33rd Bihar Judiciary Exam 2026: Notification, Vacancy, Dates, Eligibility and Application
33rd Bihar Judiciary Exam 2026 notification released for 173 Civil Judge posts. Check eligibility, vacancy, dates and application details.
The 33rd Bihar Judicial Service Competitive Examination 2026 has been officially announced by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) for recruitment to the post of Civil Judge (Junior Division) in the Bihar Judicial Services. This examination provides a significant opportunity for law graduates and practising advocates seeking entry into the subordinate judiciary. Conducted under Advertisement No. 12/2026, the recruitment aims to fill 173 vacancies across various categories through a competitive three-stage selection process consisting of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview. Interested candidates must apply online within the prescribed dates and satisfy the eligibility conditions specified in the official notification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 23 February 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 25 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 173 Civil Judge Posts
Category-wise Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 69 |
| EWS | 17 |
| SC | 28 |
| ST | 02 |
| EBC | 36 |
| BC | 21 |
| Total | 173 |
- Out of these, 61 posts are reserved for women candidates.
Additionally:
- 2 posts reserved for persons with disabilities.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- A Law Degree (LLB) from a recognised university.
- Recognition by the Bar Council of India.
- Candidates must also provide proof of law degree recognition.
Experience Requirement
Candidates must have:
- Minimum 3 years of practice as an advocate
The experience must be certified by:
- State Bar Council or
- Competent judicial authority
Age Limit
Age will be calculated as on 1 August 2025.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 22 Years |
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
Relaxations:
Reserved categories: up to 40 years
Application Fee
- Examination Fee: ₹100
- Bank Charges: Extra (as per bank)
- Biometric Fee (if Aadhaar not provided): ₹200 additional
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through:
Steps:
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill application form
- Upload documents
- Pay fee
- Submit application
- OTR registration is mandatory before applying
Official Notification
BPSC Bihar Judiciary Exam 2026 Notification PDF: Click Here
Syllabus and Pattern: Click Here
Judiciary Prelims Mega Test Series: Click Here
Bihar Judiciary Mains Test Series: Click Here
Judiciary Exam Study Material: Click Here
