What is the pay scale for Civil Judges appointed through Bihar PCS-J?

Civil Judges appointed through Bihar PCS-J are entitled to a basic pay of Rs. 77,840 per month as per Scale 1 of the 7th Pay Commission's Higher Judicial Service pay matrix. Along with Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and other admissible perks, the gross emoluments are considerably higher.

Which law subjects are tested in Bihar PCS-J Mains?

The Bihar PCS-J Mains covers Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, Civil Procedure Code, Indian Evidence Act, Transfer of Property Act, Hindu Law, Mohammedan Law, and the Limitation Act. Additionally, there are General Studies and Hindi language papers. The descriptive format demands deep understanding and precise application of legal provisions.

Is there a minimum practice requirement to apply for Bihar PCS-J?

No minimum practice experience is required. A candidate who holds an LLB degree and is enrolled with the Bar Council of Bihar is eligible to apply, provided they meet the age and other eligibility conditions mentioned in the official BPSC notification.

How is the Bihar PCS-J Prelims different from Mains?

The Prelims is an objective multiple-choice test designed to shortlist candidates for the Mains. It tests law basics and general knowledge. The Mains is descriptive, testing in-depth legal knowledge through essay-type and analytical answers. Prelims marks are not counted in the final merit list, which is determined solely by Mains and Viva Voce performance.

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Conducting BodyBihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)

Exam ModeOffline (Pen & Paper)

Marking Scheme2 marks per correct answer; negative marking of 0.5 in Prelims

SectionsLaw (Civil & Criminal), General Studies, Hindi Language

FrequencyAnnual

Next Exam2026-09-15

Registration2026-06-30

EligibilityLLB degree from a recognized university; enrollment with Bar Council of Bihar; age 22–35 years

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Focus on BPSC-prescribed bare acts and ensure you can cite specific sections, sub-sections, and provisos accurately in Mains answers.

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Bihar PCS-J follows a 3-stage selection process: Preliminary Exam (objective MCQs), Mains Examination (descriptive law and general studies papers), and Viva Voce/Personality Test. Only candidates who clear the Prelims cutoff are invited for Mains. Final selection is based on aggregate marks of Mains and Viva Voce.

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