About Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) Recruitment 2026
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially announced the recruitment process for Bihar Judicial Service (PCS J) Recruitment 2018. A total of 349 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive. Selected candidates will be posted across Bihar.
Candidates can apply online through the official website. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Key highlights: age requirement is 22 to 35 years, the application fee varies by category (see fee table below). Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and other requirements before applying.
Key Highlights
Vacancy Details â Total 349 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Judge PCS J | 349 | Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) | â |
đ Category-wise Reservation
Important Dates
| Application Start | 11/09/2018 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01/10/2018 |
| Admit Card Release | 17/11/2018 |
| Last Date Pay Exam Fee | 06/10/2018 |
| Last Date Complete Form | 12/10/2018 |
| Pre Exam Date | 27-28 November 2018 |
| Pre Result Available | 07/01/2019 |
| Mains Application Begin | 14/01/2019 |
| Last Date For Apply Online Mains | 17/04/2019 |
| Last Date Pay Exam Fee Mains | 12/04/2019 |
| Last Date Receipt Form Mains | 26/04/2019 |
| Mains Exam Date | 07-12 June 2019 |
| Result Declared Mains | 05/10/2019 |
| Interview Dates | 21/10/2019 to 27/11/2019 |
| Final Result Announced | 29/11/2019 |
Application Fee
| General | 600/- |
| OBC | 600/- |
| Other / State | 600/- |
| SC | 150/- |
| ST | 150/- |
| PH / / / PwD | 150/- |
| 150/- |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Minimum Age | 22 Years |
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
| Age Cutoff Date | 01/08/2017 |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB)
Selection Process
Prelim Exam
Mains Exam
Interview
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | â | â |
| Law | â | â |
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) â the official website.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for Bihar Judicial Service (PCS J) Recruitment 2018.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What was the last date to apply for the BPSC Civil Judge PCS J Recruitment 2018?
The last date to apply online for the preliminary examination was 01/10/2018. For the Mains examination, the last date to apply online was 17/04/2019.
How many vacancies were available in this recruitment?
There were a total of 349 vacancies for the post of Civil Judge PCS J.
What was the eligibility criteria for the Civil Judge PCS J post?
Candidates must have possessed a Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB).
What was the age limit for applying to the BPSC Civil Judge PCS J post?
Candidates must have been between 22 and 35 years of age as on 01/08/2017.
What was the application fee for different categories?
The application fee was INR 600/- for General, OBC, and Other State candidates, and INR 150/- for SC, ST, PH, and All Category Female candidates.
What were the payment methods for the application fee?
The exam fee could be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E Challan.
What was the selection process for the Civil Judge PCS J recruitment?
The selection process included a Preliminary Exam, a Mains Exam, and an Interview.
When was the Preliminary Exam conducted?
The Preliminary Exam was conducted on 27-28 November 2018.
When was the Mains Exam conducted?
The Mains Exam was conducted from 07-12 June 2019.
When was the final result announced for this recruitment?
The final result was announced on 29/11/2019.
What was the reservation breakdown for the Civil Judge PCS J post?
The vacancies were distributed as follows: General - 175, OBC - 42, EBC - 73, SC - 56, ST - 03.
What documents were typically required for the application?
While not explicitly listed for online application, common documents included passport size photograph, scanned signature, LLB degree and marksheets, age proof (10th certificate), caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and identity proof.
Was there any age relaxation mentioned in the notification?
The notification did not explicitly mention age relaxation details; only the general age limit of 22-35 years as on 01/08/2017 was provided.
When were the interview dates for this recruitment?
The interviews were conducted from 21/10/2019 to 27/11/2019.
Important Links
Important links will be added once the official notification is released.