BPSC 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Prelims Exam Date 2026 Announced for 173 Civil Judge Posts
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) — Bihar Judicial Services
📅 Important Dates
| Application Start | 25 Feb 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Exam Date | 03 Jun 2026 |
📋 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Civil Judge (Junior Division) / PCS J |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 173 |
| Qualification | LLB (Law Graduate) |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, Interview |
📝 Detailed Notification Information
BPSC 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Exam Date 2026 Released
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially released the examination program for the 33rd Bihar Judicial Services (Preliminary) Competitive Examination 2026. This recruitment aims to appoint 173 eligible candidates to the post of Civil Judge (Junior Division), also known as PCS J, in the state of Bihar.
According to the official notification, the preliminary competitive examination is scheduled to be conducted on June 3, 2026. Candidates who have successfully registered for these posts are advised to stay updated with the examination schedule and download the official notice from the BPSC portal.
BPSC 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Exam 2026: Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Post Name | Civil Judge (Junior Division) / PCS J |
| Total Vacancies | 173 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 03 June 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Admit Card Release | Expected Late May 2026 |
| Official Website | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates for BPSC 33rd BJSE 2026
- Application Commencement: 25 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 30 April 2026
- Exam Date Announcement: 13 May 2026
- Preliminary Examination Date: 03 June 2026
- Admit Card Availability: 7 to 10 days before the exam
BPSC 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Prelims Exam Pattern
The preliminary examination is the first stage of the selection process. It is designed to screen candidates for the Mains examination. The pattern is as follows:
- Mode of Exam: Offline (Objective Type)
- Total Marks: 150 Marks
- Subjects Covered: Law Subjects, General Knowledge, and Current Affairs.
- Duration: 2 Hours.
- Negative Marking: Applicable as per BPSC norms.
How to Download the BPSC 33rd Judicial Services Exam Schedule
Candidates can follow these steps to download the official examination program:
- Visit the official website of BPSC at bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- On the homepage, navigate to the "Notifications" or "What's New" section.
- Search for the link: "Important Notice-cum-Examination Program for 33rd Bihar Judicial Services (Preliminary) Competitive Examination".
- Click on the link to open the PDF.
- Download and save the exam schedule for future reference.
Admit Card Details
The BPSC 33rd Judicial Services Admit Card 2026 will be released online. Candidates will need their registration number and date of birth/password to download it. Ensure that you carry a printed copy of the hall ticket along with a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, or Voter ID) to the examination center.
Selection Process
The recruitment of Civil Judges through the 33rd BJSE involves three distinct stages:
- Preliminary Examination: Objective type screening test.
- Mains Examination: Written descriptive examination for shortlisted candidates.
- Interview: Personality test and viva-voce.
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