Major Recruitment for Civil Judges in Bihar

The Bihar Public service Commission (BPSC) has released the official notification for the 33rd bihar Judicial services Competitive Examination‑2026 to recruit Civil Judge (Junior Division) posts in the state judiciary. This recruitment cycle includes a total of 173 vacancies for aspiring judicial officers.

Important Dates — Don’t Miss the Deadline

Candidates interested in joining the bihar judiciary must note the key application timeline:

  • Notification Release Date: 23 February 2026
  • Online application Start Date: 25 February 2026
  • 📅 Last Date to Apply Online: 18March2026Final deadline to submit the application and complete fee payment online.

It’s crucial to submit your form before 18March2026 — applications submitted after this date will not be accepted.

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

To apply for the Civil Judge (Junior Division) posts in the 33rd bihar Judicial Services:
✔ Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognised university.
✔ A minimum age of 22 years is generally required. Upper age limits and relaxations (e.g., for reserved categories) apply as per BPSC rules.
✔ Other eligibility conditions such as practice experience may also be specified in the official notification — always check the PDF before applying.

How to Apply Online

To submit your application for the 33rd bihar Judiciary Exam 2026:

Visit the official BPSC website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in or bpsconline.bihar.gov.in.

Go to the link for Advertisement No.12/2026 for 33rd bihar Judicial Services.

Complete the registration form with your personal and academic details.

Upload required documents (LLB certificate, marksheets, identity proof, etc.) in the prescribed format.

Pay the application fee online before the deadline.

Take a printout of the submitted form and fee receipt for future reference.

Selection Process Overview

The selection for Civil Judge posts through the 33rd bihar Judicial services exam typically involves:
🔹 Preliminary Examination – objective‑type screening test.
🔹 Main Written Examination – in‑depth law papers.
🔹 Interview / Personality Test – final assessment.

Final appointment will be based on performance through all stages of this competitive examination.

Exam Schedule and Next Steps

While the application period closes on 18March 2026, the examination timeline is expected to proceed as follows (based on official calendar updates):
📌 Preliminary Exam: 30 May 2026 (tentative / as per BPSC calendar)
📌 Main Exam & Interview: Scheduled later in 2026 (official dates to be announced).

Candidates should keep checking the BPSC portal for admit card release dates, exam notices, and result announcements.

Why This Recruitment Matters

Joining as a Civil Judge (Junior Division) is one of the most prestigious legal career paths in the state judiciary, providing a chance to serve in the judicial system, lead court proceedings, and contribute to justice delivery in Bihar.

 

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