Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced extension of application last date for the recruitment of Civil Judge (Junior Division) under Advertisement No. 12/2026. The recruitment drive, which is being conducted through the 33rd Bihar Judicial Service Competitive Examination, aims to fill up a total of 173 vacancies, providing an important opportunity for law graduates aspiring to enter the judicial services.According to an official notification issued by the Commission, the decision to extend the deadline has been taken in the light of the recent judgment of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in Writ Petition (Civil) No. 1110/2025 dated March 13, 2026.
New deadline for applications
Candidates can now apply for Civil Judge Recruitment till 30th April 2026. The extension provides additional time for eligible candidates who missed the earlier deadline, ensuring wider participation in the examination process. Applicants are advised not to wait till the last date and complete their registration in advance to avoid any technical issues.
Recruitment details and criteria unchanged
BPSC Civil Judge Recruitment is one of the state level judicial exams which attracts thousands of candidates every year. The present notification is related to 173 vacancies in Junior Division of Bihar Judicial Services.The Commission has clearly stated that all other terms and conditions mentioned in the original advertisement published on 23 February 2026 shall remain unchanged. It includes eligibility criteria, age limit, application procedure and overall selection process.
What should candidates keep in mind?
Aspirants planning to apply should ensure that they fulfill all the eligibility requirements as mentioned in the detailed notification. They should also keep the relevant documents ready and carefully verify all the information before final submission of the application form.Given the competitive nature of the examination, candidates are encouraged to use the extended period not only to complete their applications but also to speed up their preparation.For latest updates and detailed notifications, candidates should visit BPSC official website regularly.
