Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 – BPSC 33rd Judicial Services Notification for 173 Posts

BPSC Bihar Judicial 33rd 2026 Overview

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC), has released the official notification (Advt. No. 12/2026) for the 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Competitive Examination. This recruitment aims to fill 173 posts of Civil Judge (Junior Division) in the Bihar Civil Service (Judicial Branch). Eligible law graduates can apply online through the official BPSC portal. The application process starts on February 25, 2026, and ends on March 18, 2026. This is a prestigious opportunity for candidates seeking a stable career in the judiciary in Bihar. Detailed eligibility, fee, and process are available in the official notice.

BPSC Bihar Judicial 33rd Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 23 February 2026
• Online Application Starts: 25 February 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 18 March 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 18 March 2026
• Exam Date: preliminary - 30 May 2026
• Admit Card Release: Available soon
• Result Date: Check back soon on the official website.
• Candidates are advised to confirm from the official website.

BPSC Bihar Judicial 33rd APPLICATION FEE

• General / OBC / SC / ST : ₹ 100/-
• Aadhar No. Not mentioned : ₹ 200/- Extra Biomatric charge
• Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI

BPSC Bihar Judicial 33rd vacancies Details

• Total vacancies: 173 vacancies.

BPSC Bihar Judicial 33rd Salary 2026

BPSC Bihar Judicial 33rd Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree or equivalent qualification from a university or institution recognized by the Bar Council of India (Delhi).
• Age Limit (as on 01-08-2025): Minimum 22 years; Maximum 35 years (for general category males; check official for exact cut-off phrasing).
• Mandatory Requirement: For certain candidates (e.g. practicing advocates), minimum three years of experience at the Bar as on February 23, 2026, may apply as per rules in notification.
• Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Bihar government norms for reserved categories (detailed in official notification).
• Any other official conditions: Candidates must fulfill all criteria mentioned in the advertisement, including nationality and character requirements.

BPSC Bihar Judicial 33rd Selection Process 

1. Preliminary Examination (objective type)
2. Main Examination (written descriptive papers)
3. Final: Interview / Viva-Voce

How to apply for the Bihar Judicial 33rd 2026

1. Visit the official website bpsc.bihar.gov.in
2. Go to the “Online Application” or “Recruitment” section.
3. Find and click on the link for Advertisement No. 12/2026 – 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Competitive Examination.
4. Read the instructions and notification carefully before registering.
5. Complete the one-time registration (if not done) or log in to fill the application form.
6. Upload required documents, pay the fee online, and submit the form.
7. Take a printout of the submitted application and fee receipt for reference.