The 33rd Bihar Judicial Service Examination 2026 offers 173 Civil Judge posts. Complete guide covering eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, cut-offs, and preparation strategy for BPSC PCS(J).
The 33rd Bihar Judicial Service Examination is now officially open for applications, and if you are a law graduate with at least three years of practice, this is one of the most significant recruitment cycles in recent years.
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) released the notification (Advertisement No. 12/2026) on February 23, 2026, announcing 173 vacancies for the post of Civil Judge (Junior Division), with the Preliminary Examination scheduled for May 30, 2026.
With 173 posts, this is a healthy intake compared to recent years, and the absence of any cap on the number of attempts means you can appear as many times as you wish, provided you fall within the age bracket. The application window runs from 25 February to 18 March 2026 on the official BPSC portal, and the competition is expected to be intense given the growing number of law graduates across Bihar and neighbouring states.
Overview of the Bihar Judicial Service Examination
The Bihar Judicial Service Competitive Examination, commonly referred to as Bihar PCS(J), is conducted by the BPSC under the authority of the Patna High Court. It recruits Civil Judges at the Junior Division level, who also serve as Judicial Magistrates in the subordinate courts of Bihar. The examination follows a three-stage selection process: a Preliminary Examination (objective), a Mains Examination (descriptive), and a Personal Interview (viva voce).
Once you qualify the Preliminary examination, the final selection is based entirely on the combined marks obtained in the Mains Examination (1,050 marks) and the Interview (100 marks).
Who is eligible for the Bihar Judicial Service Examination?
Eligibility for the 33rd BJSE is governed by the official notification (Advt. No. 12/2026) issued by the BPSC. There are four key eligibility conditions you must satisfy, and each one is non-negotiable.
The first requirement is educational qualification. You must hold a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree, whether from a three-year or a five-year integrated programme, from a university or institution recognised by the Bar Council of India. If your university is not recognised by the BCI, your candidature will be rejected regardless of your performance in the examination.
The second requirement is professional experience. You must have completed a minimum of three years of practice as an advocate, calculated from the date of your registration with a State Bar Council.
For the 33rd BJSE, this experience must be completed on or before 23 February 2026, which is the date of the notification. Importantly, experience as a Law Clerk under a Judicial Magistrate or Judicial Officer is also counted towards this three-year requirement.
The third requirement concerns age. You must be at least 22 years old and not more than 35 years old as on August 1, 2025. This age calculation date is fixed in the notification, and your date of birth as recorded in your matriculation certificate will be used for verification. Reserved category candidates and unreserved women candidates enjoy an extended upper age limit of 40 years. Additional relaxations are available for persons with disabilities, ex-servicemen, and certain other categories as per the Bihar government reservation norms.
The fourth requirement is nationality. You must be a citizen of India. There is no domicile restriction, meaning candidates from other states are free to apply, although reservation benefits based on caste categories are available only to those who are permanent residents of Bihar.
There is no limit on the number of attempts. You may appear for the examination as many times as you wish, as long as you continue to meet the age criteria.
Category-wise vacancy distribution
The 173 posts in the 33rd BJSE have been distributed across reservation categories as follows: General (Unreserved) receives 69 posts, Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) receives 17 posts, Extremely Backward Class (EBC) receives 36 posts, Backward Class (BC) receives 21 posts, Scheduled Castes (SC) receives 28 posts, and Scheduled Tribes (ST) receives 2 posts.
Additionally, a horizontal reservation of 35% for women candidates has been applied across all categories, as per Bihar government rules. Reservation benefits on the basis of caste are available only to permanent residents of Bihar.
What is the examination pattern for Bihar judicial services?
Stage 1: Bihar preliminary examination (250 marks)
The Preliminary Examination is an objective-type (MCQ) screening test conducted on OMR sheets. It consists of two papers conducted in a single sitting of 3 hours and 30 minutes (210 minutes). Paper I covers General Knowledge including Current Affairs for 100 marks, while Paper II covers Law for 150 marks. Each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking. The total is 250 marks.
The key thing to remember is that Prelims is only a qualifying stage. Your score here will not be added to the final merit. You simply need to score above the cut-off to be shortlisted for the Mains. The minimum qualifying marks are 45% for unreserved category candidates and 40% for reserved category candidates. In practical terms, this means scoring roughly 112-113 out of 250 for general category and around 100 for reserved categories, though the actual cut-off in competitive years tends to be significantly higher.
Stage 2: Bihar judicial services mains examination (1,050 marks)
The Mains Examination is descriptive (subjective) in nature and is the most important stage of the entire selection process. It consists of eight papers in total: five compulsory papers and three optional papers (chosen from a list of five).
The five compulsory papers are: General Knowledge including Current Affairs (150 marks), Elementary General Science (100 marks), General Hindi (100 marks), General English (100 marks), and Law of Evidence and Procedure (150 marks). Among these, General Hindi and General English are qualifying papers.
You must score a minimum of 30% in each of these two language papers to qualify, but their marks are not counted towards the merit.
This effectively means your merit in the compulsory papers rests on General Knowledge (150), Elementary General Science (100), and Law of Evidence and Procedure (150), totalling 400 marks.
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The five optional subjects, from which you must choose any three, are: Constitutional and Administrative Law of India (150 marks), Hindu Law and Muhammadan Law (150 marks), Law of Transfer of Property and Principles of Equity including Trusts and Specific Relief (150 marks), Law of Contracts and Torts (150 marks), and Commercial Law (150 marks). Your three chosen optional papers contribute 450 marks to the merit.
The total marks counted for merit from Mains are therefore 850 marks (400 from compulsory papers plus 450 from optional papers). The remaining 200 marks (Hindi and English) are qualifying only. The qualifying percentage for reserved category candidates, including women and persons with disabilities, is 5% less than the general category in each principal subject.
Stage 3: Interview/personality test (100 marks)
Candidates who qualify in the Mains are called for an interview conducted by a panel constituted for this purpose. The interview carries 100 marks and assesses your overall personality, legal knowledge, awareness of current affairs, communication skills, and suitability for a judicial career. You must score a minimum of 35% in the interview to qualify.
The final merit list is prepared based on the combined marks of the Mains Examination and the Interview.
Syllabus for Bihar Judicial Service Examination
The syllabus for the Bihar Judicial Service Examination is outlined in the official notification and has remained broadly consistent across recent cycles.
However, with the enactment of the new criminal laws in 2023, namely the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), aspirants for the 33rd BJSE should prepare for questions rooted in both the old framework (IPC, CrPC, Indian Evidence Act) and the new statutes.
Prelims syllabus for Bihar judiciary
Paper I (General Knowledge, 100 marks) covers current affairs, general science, Indian history (with special emphasis on the history of Bihar), Indian geography, Indian polity and economy (including Panchayati Raj and community development), and the Indian national movement. Questions on Bihar’s history, culture, and economy are a recurring feature, and you should not treat this as a generic GK paper.
Paper II (Law, 150 marks) covers Law of Evidence and Procedure, Constitutional and Administrative Law of India, Hindu Law and Muhammadan Law, Law of Transfer of Property and Principles of Equity, Law of Trusts and Specific Relief, Law of Contracts and Torts, and Commercial Law. The questions are objective in nature but test your understanding of statutory provisions, landmark judgments, and legal principles. Reading the bare acts directly is essential for this paper.
Mains syllabus: compulsory papers
The General Knowledge paper (150 marks) at the Mains level is descriptive and covers the same broad areas as Prelims but in greater depth. You are expected to write well-structured answers on current events, Indian history and culture, the geography of India and Bihar, and Indian polity and economy.
The Elementary General Science paper (100 marks) tests your understanding of science at the level expected of an educated person who has not made a specialised study of any scientific subject. Think of it as covering everyday scientific observation, basic physics, chemistry, biology, and environmental science. This paper often surprises aspirants who neglect it; a solid grasp of NCERT-level science content (roughly up to Class 10) is the recommended approach.
The General Hindi paper (100 marks, qualifying) tests your ability to express yourself clearly and accurately in simple Hindi. The level corresponds to the Hindi standard expected of aspirants who have studied Hindi continuously from the fourth class of the Bihar School Examination Committee’s secondary examination. Questions may include essay writing, translation, precis writing, and grammar. You need a minimum of 30 marks (30%) to qualify, and these marks are not added to the merit.
The General English paper (100 marks, qualifying) similarly tests your ability to write English clearly and correctly. Expect questions on essay writing, precis, comprehension, grammar, and translation. Again, 30% is the qualifying threshold, and these marks do not count in the final ranking.
The Law of Evidence and Procedure paper (150 marks) is a compulsory law paper and carries significant weight. It covers the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (and the Indian Evidence Act, 1872), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (and the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973), the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, and the Limitation Act, 1963. This paper demands thorough knowledge of bare act provisions, procedural rules, and the application of evidentiary principles. Given the transition to the new criminal codes, you should study both the old and new provisions comparatively.
Mains syllabus: optional papers for Bihar judiciary civil judge exam (Choose 3 of 5)
Constitutional and Administrative Law of India (150 marks) covers the Constitution of India in its entirety, including the Preamble, Fundamental Rights and Duties, Directive Principles of State Policy, Union and State legislatures, the judiciary, the executive, electoral systems, Centre-State relations, emergency provisions, and constitutional amendments. Administrative law topics include principles of natural justice, judicial review, delegated legislation, and the functioning of administrative tribunals.
Hindu Law and Muhammadan Law (150 marks) covers personal law on both the Hindu and Muslim sides. For Hindu Law, you should study the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956, and the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956. For Muslim Law, topics include sources of Muslim law, marriage (nikah), divorce (talaq), dower (mahr), maintenance, guardianship, pre-emption, gift (hiba), will (wasiyat), and inheritance.
Law of Transfer of Property and Principles of Equity including Trusts and Specific Relief (150 marks) covers the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, the Indian Trusts Act, 1882, the Specific Relief Act, 1963, and the principles of equity. Topics include the transfer of property between living persons, sale, mortgage, lease, exchange, gift, actionable claims, the doctrine of lis pendens, and the law of injunctions under the Specific Relief Act.
Law of Contracts and Torts (150 marks) covers the Indian Contract Act, 1872, the Sale of Goods Act, 1930, the Indian Partnership Act, 1932, the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, and the law of torts. Key topics include formation of contracts, vitiating factors, discharge and breach of contracts, indemnity and guarantee, bailment and agency, and tort liability including negligence, nuisance, defamation, strict liability, and consumer protection.
Commercial Law (150 marks) covers the Companies Act, 2013, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, banking and insurance law, and other commercial statutes. This is often considered the most challenging optional due to its breadth, but it also has the advantage of relatively predictable question patterns.
Previous year cut-off for Bihar judiciary
Understanding previous year cut-offs helps you set a realistic target score. However, you should remember that cut-offs fluctuate based on the number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the paper, and the number of candidates appearing.
For the 32nd BJSE (Advt. No. 23/2023, 155 vacancies), the Preliminary Examination was held on 4 June 2023, and approximately 17,819 candidates appeared. Of these, 1,675 were shortlisted for the Mains, which was held from 25 to 29 November 2023. The final result was declared on 30 August 2024. For the 31st BJSE (Advt. No. 04/2020), the final results were released in 2022. The exact category-wise cut-off figures for the 32nd cycle are available on the BPSC official website in the results section.
What matters more than memorising specific cut-off numbers is understanding the ratio of applicants to selections. In the 32nd cycle, roughly 17,800 candidates competed for 155 posts, yielding a selection ratio of approximately 1:115. With 173 vacancies in the 33rd cycle and a potentially larger applicant pool, you should aim for a Mains score that places you comfortably in the top 250-300 candidates after the written examination, giving yourself a buffer for the interview stage.
For the Prelims, while the minimum qualifying percentage is 45% for the general category (approximately 112-113 out of 250), the actual cut-off in recent competitive cycles has been significantly higher. Aiming for 150 or above out of 250 gives you a safe margin. For the Mains, focusing on scoring above 55-60% in your merit papers (approximately 470-510 out of 850) should place you in a competitive position, though the exact threshold depends on the specific cycle.
How to choose the optional subjects for Bihar judiciary exam
Choosing your three optional papers wisely is one of the most consequential decisions you will make in your preparation. The five options available are: Constitutional and Administrative Law, Hindu Law and Muslim Law, Transfer of Property and Equity, Contracts and Torts, and Commercial Law.
Most successful candidates choose Constitution, Hindu and Muslim Law, and Transfer of Property as their three optionals, and there are good reasons for this. Constitutional Law overlaps significantly with the General Knowledge paper and the Prelims law paper, so you get triple value from the same preparation.
Hindu and Muslim Law is a well-defined subject with a manageable syllabus and predictable questions drawn directly from the personal law statutes. Transfer of Property is statute-heavy but logical, and its overlap with the Specific Relief Act and Trusts Act makes it a natural companion to the Evidence and Procedure compulsory paper.
Contracts and Torts is also a strong choice, particularly if you have a solid understanding of the Contract Act from your LL.B. days and are comfortable with tort principles. Commercial Law is the least popular choice among aspirants because of its broad scope (Companies Act, IBC, Arbitration Act), but it can be rewarding if you have a background in corporate or commercial practice.
The decision should ultimately be based on three factors: your existing strength in the subject, the overlap the subject offers with other papers in the examination, and the availability of good study materials and previous year questions for that subject.
Preparation strategy for the Bihar judicial services exam
Preparing for the Bihar Judicial Service Examination requires a structured plan that accounts for the unique features of this examination, particularly the qualifying nature of Prelims, the importance of the Mains, and the distinct General Science and language papers that most other state judiciary exams do not include.
Phase 1: Foundation building (months 1 to 3)
Begin with the bare acts. The Bihar Judiciary Examination is fundamentally a statute-based examination, and there is no substitute for reading the bare acts directly. Start with the Constitution of India, the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), the Code of Civil Procedure, and the Transfer of Property Act. Read them section by section, making notes of key provisions, and cross-reference with the older statutes (Indian Evidence Act, CrPC, IPC) to understand what has changed under the new criminal codes.
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Simultaneously, build your General Knowledge base. Use NCERT textbooks for Indian history (Classes 6 to 12), geography (Classes 6 to 10), and general science (Classes 6 to 10). Bihar-specific history and culture deserve special attention, as the GK paper often includes questions on the Magadha empire, the Bihar movement, and the state’s economic development.
Phase 2: subject mastery (months 3 to 6)
Dedicate this phase to deepening your understanding of each Mains subject. Focus on your three chosen optional papers and the compulsory Law of Evidence and Procedure paper. Read standard commentaries alongside the bare acts. For Constitutional Law, Durga Das Basu’s shorter commentary is widely recommended. For Evidence and Procedure, Batuk Lal’s commentary on the law of evidence and C.K. Takwani’s work on CPC provide the depth you need.
During this phase, begin practising answer writing. The Mains is a descriptive examination, and your ability to structure answers with relevant section numbers, case law references, and clear legal reasoning is what separates qualified candidates from selected ones. Write at least two full-length answers daily and have them reviewed if possible.
Phase 3: Prelims focus (months 6 to 7)
About two months before the Preliminary Examination, shift your focus to MCQ practice. Solve previous year question papers from Bihar PCS(J) as well as from other state judiciary Prelims examinations, since the objective question pattern is broadly similar. The Prelims law paper tests breadth rather than depth, so ensure you have at least a surface-level familiarity with all nine subjects listed in the Prelims syllabus, even those you have not chosen as Mains optionals.
For the General Knowledge paper, revise your NCERT notes and supplement them with a monthly current affairs digest covering at least the previous 12 months. Bihar-specific current affairs, including government schemes, judicial appointments, and state legislative developments, should receive special attention.
Phase 4: mains intensive (months 7 to 9)
After Prelims, return immediately to Mains preparation. This is the period for intensive revision, answer writing practice, and mock tests. Do not wait for the Prelims result before resuming Mains preparation; the gap between Prelims and Mains is typically a few months, and every day counts.
Revise your bare acts thoroughly. In the Bihar Mains, questions frequently ask you to explain a statutory provision or analyse a factual situation by applying specific sections. If you cannot recall section numbers and their exact content, your answers will lack the precision examiners expect. Focus especially on the Law of Evidence and Procedure paper (150 marks), since it is compulsory and carries the highest weight among the law papers.
Do not neglect the Elementary General Science paper (100 marks). Many aspirants lose marks here because they underestimate its importance. A focused revision of NCERT science textbooks (Classes 8 to 10) covering topics like human biology, diseases, environmental science, mechanics, electricity, and chemistry fundamentals should be sufficient.
For the General Hindi and General English qualifying papers, practise essay writing and translation regularly. While these papers only require 30%, failing to qualify in either one will disqualify you regardless of how well you perform in other papers.
Phase 5: Interview preparation (after mains result)
If you have approached Mains seriously, you should begin light interview preparation alongside your Mains study. Read about the structure of the Indian judiciary, the constitutional provisions governing the appointment of judges, recent landmark judgments of the Supreme Court, and contemporary legal issues. During the formal interview preparation phase after the Mains result, focus on articulating your views on judicial ethics, the role of a civil judge, and current socio-legal debates. Be prepared to answer questions about your home district, Bihar’s legal history, and your motivation for choosing a judicial career.
Salary and career progression after selection
Understanding what awaits you after selection can be a powerful motivator during the long months of preparation. Civil Judges appointed in Bihar receive their pay as per the recommendations of the 2nd National Judicial Pay Commission (SNJPC), whose recommendations were accepted by the Supreme Court of India in its judgment dated 27 July 2022.
Under the SNJPC pay matrix, the starting basic pay for a Civil Judge (Junior Division) at the entry level is Rs. 77,840 per month, which can rise to Rs. 1,36,520 with increments and career progression.
In addition to basic pay, judicial officers receive Dearness Allowance (DA) linked to Central Government rates, House Rent Allowance (HRA), conveyance allowance, a book allowance for maintaining a personal law library, and other service-specific perks. The in-hand salary for a newly appointed Civil Judge in Bihar, after deductions, is approximately Rs. 90,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 per month, making this one of the most financially rewarding entry-level positions in state government service.
The career trajectory after appointment begins with a probation period, typically two years, during which you receive training at a judicial academy. After confirmation, you serve as a Civil Judge (Junior Division) and Judicial Magistrate.
With experience and through departmental examinations or seniority-based promotions, you can advance to Civil Judge (Senior Division), then to the District Judge cadre, and ultimately to the level of District and Sessions Judge. Exceptional officers may be elevated to the High Court bench. The retirement age for judicial officers in Bihar is 60 years.
Last date to apply for Bihar judicial services exam
For the 33rd BJSE, the key dates as per the official notification (Advt. No. 12/2026) are as follows. The notification was published on 23 February 2026. Online applications opened on 25 February 2026 and closes on 18 March 2026. The application fee for all categories is Rs. 100, payable online via credit card, debit card, or net banking.
Candidates who did not use Aadhaar as their identity proof were required to pay an additional Rs. 200 as a biometric fee. The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for May 30, 2026.
Applications are submitted exclusively online through the BPSC online application portal. The process requires completion of a One-Time Registration (OTR), uploading of documents including a live webcam photograph, Hindi and English signatures, educational certificates, and a practice certificate from the State Bar Council confirming at least three years of advocacy. No hard copy submission to the BPSC office was required.
Books and resources to prepare for judicial services exam
For the Prelims General Knowledge paper, Lucent’s General Knowledge and NCERT textbooks (History, Geography, Science) form the core resources. For current affairs, a monthly compilation from any reputed source covering the 12 months preceding the examination is advisable.
For the Mains law papers, your primary resource should always be the bare acts. Beyond that, the following commentaries are widely used by successful candidates: the Constitution of India by Durga Das Basu (shorter edition), the Law of Evidence by Batuk Lal, Civil Procedure with Limitation Act by C.K. Takwani, the Transfer of Property Act by R.K. Sinha or Poonam Pradhan Saxena (LexisNexis), Modern Hindu Law by Paras Diwan, and the Indian Contract Act by Avtar Singh.
For the new criminal codes, study the bare acts of BNS, BNSS, and BSA alongside commentaries being published by LexisNexis and Eastern Book Company.
For previous year question papers, the Bihar and Jharkhand Judicial Services (Preliminary) Examinations Manual by Showick Thorpe and the Guide for Bihar Judicial Services (Mains) Examination by Rajiv Ranjan Sahay are commonly recommended. Solving previous year papers from multiple state judiciary examinations will broaden your MCQ practice base and improve your speed and accuracy.
Conclusion
The 33rd Bihar Judicial Service Examination is a substantial opportunity, with 173 vacancies, no limit on attempts, and a well-defined examination pattern that rewards systematic preparation. Your success depends on understanding the examination structure thoroughly, prioritising the Mains from the very beginning, building a deep command of the bare acts, and practising answer writing consistently.
The new criminal codes add a layer of complexity to this cycle, but they also offer a level playing field, since every aspirant is grappling with the same transition.
Start with the statutes, stay close to the syllabus, and remember that this examination does not test how much you know in the abstract; it tests how well you can apply what you know to legal problems. If you approach your preparation with discipline and clarity, the 33rd BJSE could be the examination that changes the trajectory of your legal career.
Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for the 33rd Bihar Judicial Service Examination?
The minimum age is 22 years and the maximum age is 35 years, calculated as on 1 August 2025. Reserved category candidates and unreserved women candidates are eligible up to 40 years. Additional relaxations apply for persons with disabilities and ex-servicemen as per Bihar government rules.
How many vacancies are available in the 33rd BJSE?
A total of 173 posts of Civil Judge (Junior Division) have been notified under Advertisement No. 12/2026. The category-wise distribution is: General 69, EWS 17, EBC 36, BC 21, SC 28, and ST 2, with 35% horizontal reservation for women across all categories.
Is there a limit on the number of attempts for Bihar Judiciary?
No. There is no restriction on the number of attempts. You may appear for the examination as many times as you wish, provided you continue to meet the age criteria at the time of each application.
Is the Preliminary Examination score counted in the final merit?
No. The Preliminary Examination is purely a qualifying (screening) test. Your prelims marks are not added to the final merit list. The final merit is determined solely by the combined marks of the Mains Examination and the Interview.
What is the minimum qualifying percentage for the Prelims?
The minimum qualifying marks for the Preliminary Examination are 45% for unreserved category candidates and 40% for reserved category candidates. However, the actual cut-off in competitive years tends to be significantly higher than these minimum thresholds.
Can candidates from outside Bihar apply for the examination?
Yes. There is no domicile restriction for applying. However, reservation benefits based on caste categories are available only to permanent residents of Bihar. Out-of-state candidates can apply under the unreserved or EWS category.
What is the salary of a Bihar Civil Judge after selection?
Under the 2nd National Judicial Pay Commission pay matrix, the starting basic pay for a Civil Judge (Junior Division) is Rs. 77,840 per month, which can rise to Rs. 1,36,520 with increments. The in-hand salary, including allowances and after deductions, is approximately Rs. 90,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 per month for a newly appointed judge.
Do I need to study the new criminal codes (BNS, BNSS, BSA) for this examination?
Yes. The new criminal codes, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, which replaced the IPC, CrPC, and Indian Evidence Act respectively, are part of the legal framework you are expected to know. Prepare both the old and new provisions comparatively, as the transition is still recent.
Is Law Clerk experience counted towards the three-year practice requirement?
Yes. Experience as a Law Clerk under a Judicial Magistrate or Judicial Officer is counted towards the three-year advocacy experience requirement, as clarified in the eligibility conditions of the notification.
How many optional papers do I need to choose for the Mains?
You must choose three optional papers from a list of five: Constitutional and Administrative Law, Hindu Law and Muhammadan Law, Transfer of Property and Equity, Contracts and Torts, and Commercial Law. Each optional paper carries 150 marks.
Are General Hindi and General English counted in the final merit?
No. General Hindi (100 marks) and General English (100 marks) are qualifying papers. You must score a minimum of 30% in each to qualify, but these marks are not included in the merit calculation. The merit is based on 850 marks from Mains plus 100 marks from the Interview.
When is the Preliminary Examination of Bihar judicial services?
The Preliminary Examination for the 33rd Bihar Judicial Service Examination is scheduled for 30 May 2026, as per the BPSC Exam Calendar and the official notification.
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