Last updated on February 25th, 2026 at 02:06 pm
Civil Judge exam syllabus 2026 explained. Check BPSC judiciary prelims and mains syllabus, exam pattern, eligibility, and selection process. Candidates preparing for the civil judge exam syllabus can now check complete details of the BPSC 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Examination 2026, conducted by the Bihar Public Service Commission. This article covers the latest syllabus, exam pattern, selection process, and preparation guidance for Civil Judge (Junior Division). Civil Judge Exam Syllabus 2026 – BPSC Judiciary Prelims & Posts 173 Boom.
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BPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Bihar Judicial Services Exam 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Post Name | Civil Judge (Junior Division) |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026 |
| Form Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Job Basis | Permanent |
| Total Vacancies | 173 |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 23/02/2026 |
| Online Application Start | 25/02/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18/03/2026 (11:59 PM) |
🎯 Selection Process – Civil Judge Exam
The BPSC Civil Judge selection process consists of:
- Preliminary Written Examination
- Mains Written Examination
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
📌 Final selection is based on Mains + Interview marks.
📘 Civil Judge Exam Syllabus 2026 (BPSC Judiciary)
🟢 Preliminary Examination Syllabus
The Prelims exam is objective type (MCQs) and qualifying in nature.
Civil Judge Prelims Syllabus:
- General Knowledge
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Elementary General Science
- Indian Constitution
- Law Subjects (Basic Understanding):
- Indian Penal Code (IPC)
- Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)
- Code of Civil Procedure (CPC)
- Indian Evidence Act
- Contract Act
📌 Prelims marks are not counted in final merit, but qualifying is mandatory.
🔵 Civil Judge Mains Syllabus (Detailed)
The Mains Exam is descriptive and very important for final selection.
📖 Compulsory Papers
Paper I – General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Indian History
- Geography
- Indian Polity
- Economy
- Current Legal Developments
Paper II – Elementary General Science
- Physics, Chemistry, Biology (10th level)
⚖️ Law Papers (Core of Civil Judge Exam)
Paper III – Law of Evidence & Procedure
- Indian Evidence Act, 1872
- Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
- Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Paper IV – Substantive Law
- Indian Penal Code (IPC)
- Hindu Law
- Muslim Law
Paper V – Optional Law Papers
- Law of Contracts
- Transfer of Property Act
- Law of Torts
- Sale of Goods Act
🗣️ Interview / Viva-Voce
- Personality Test
- Legal Awareness
- Communication Skills
- Suitability for Judicial Services
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) |
| Experience | 03 Years |
| Age Limit | 22 – 35 Years |
| Age Cut-Off Date | 01/08/2025 |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government Rules |
📊 Category Wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General | 69 |
| EWS | 17 |
| EBC | 36 |
| BC | 21 |
| SC | 28 |
| ST | 02 |
| Total | 173 |
💸 Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹100/- |
| Payment Mode | Online |
🔗 Important Links
| Content | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Apply Online | 25/02/2026 | Click Here |
| Full Notification | 23/02/2026 | Click Here |
| Official Website | 23/02/2026 | Click Here |
❓ FAQs – Civil Judge Exam Syllabus
Q1. What is the syllabus of Civil Judge exam 2026?
The syllabus includes Prelims (GK + Law basics) and Mains (IPC, CPC, CrPC, Evidence, Hindu & Muslim Law, Contract Act, etc.).
Q2. Is prelims marks counted in final merit?
No, Prelims is qualifying only.
Q3. How many stages are there in the Civil Judge exam?
There are three stages – Prelims, Mains, and Interview.
Q4. Is experience mandatory for BPSC Civil Judge?
Yes, 3 years of legal experience is required.
Q5. Which law subjects are most important for mains?
IPC, CPC, CrPC, Evidence Act, Hindu & Muslim Law are core subjects.
