BPSC Judiciary 2023 Notification Overview
Have a look at the table to know about the complete overview of the 32nd BPSC Judiciary exam shared below for the reference of the aspirants.
| BPSC Juciary Exam 2023 Particulars |
Details |
| Conducting Body |
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Exam Name |
32nd Bihar Judicial Services Examination |
| Vacancies |
155 |
| Frequency |
Once a Year |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Exam Mode |
Offline |
| Examination Fees |
General-Rs 600, Others-Rs 150 |
| Selection Process |
Prelims, Mains, and Interview |
Bihar Judiciary Vacancy
| |
| Category |
Vacancy |
| SC |
29 |
| ST |
2 |
| EBC |
30 |
| BC |
18 |
| EWS |
15 |
| Unreserved |
61 |
| Total |
155 |
Candidates belonging to any of the above categories can apply for the BPSC Judiciary Exam 2023 provided they meet the eligibility criteria specified in the official notification. It is important to note that the selection process for the exam consists of three stages, namely Prelims, Mains, and Interview. Candidates who clear all three rounds will be eligible for recruitment as Civil Judges in the Bihar High Court.
How to Apply Online for 32nd BPSC Judicial Services 2023?
If you’re interested in applying for the 32nd BPSC Judiciary Exam, follow the steps below to submit your application online:
1.Go to the official website of Bihar Public Service Commission.
2.Look for the link to apply for the Judiciary Services Exam and click on it.
3.Enter all the required details such as your name, date of birth, educational qualifications, address, experience, category, etc.
4.Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
5.Pay the application fee as per your category.
6.Review all the details you have entered, and once you are satisfied, click on the submit button.
7.Save and take a printout of your application form for future reference.
It is crucial to ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria mentioned in the official notification before applying for the exam. Additionally, candidates are advised to keep all the necessary documents and details handy before beginning the application process to avoid any errors or delays. By following these steps, candidates can successfully apply for the BPSC Judiciary Exam 2023 and take the first step towards a career as a Civil Judge in Bihar High Court.
BPSC Judiciary 2023 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for the 32nd BPSC Judiciary Exam, it is essential to ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria specified in the official notification. The eligibility criteria for the exam are as follows:
Age Limit:
Candidates must be at least 22 years old to apply for the exam. The maximum age limit is 35 years for all candidates. However, women, BC/EBC, and SC/ST candidates are given a relaxation of up to 5 years in the upper age limit, making it 40 years.
Educational Qualification:
Candidates should have a Bachelor of Law degree from a recognized institute or university that is recognized by the Bar Council of India.
Nationality:
Candidates must be citizens of India to apply for the 32nd BPSC Judicial Services Exam.
*It is essential to note that meeting the eligibility criteria alone does not guarantee selection for the exam. Candidates also need to clear all the stages of the selection process, which includes Prelims, Mains, and Interview rounds, to be considered for recruitment as Civil Judges in Bihar High Court. Therefore, candidates should thoroughly prepare for the exam and ensure that they fulfill all the eligibility criteria specified in the official notification before applying.
Exam Pattern Bihar Judiciary Prelims
The Bihar Judiciary Preliminary Exam consists of two papers, Paper I and Paper II. Paper I includes multiple choice questions (MCQs) from General Studies and General Knowledge, while Paper II consists of MCQs from Law topics. The maximum marks allotted for Paper I are 100, and for Paper II, it is 150. To qualify for the Bihar Judiciary Prelims Exam, general category candidates need to score a minimum of 45% marks, while reserved category candidates need to score a minimum of 40% marks.
| Paper |
Subject |
Total Marks |
| Paper I |
General Studies |
100 |
| Paper II |
Law |
150 |
| Total |
250 |
Exam Pattern Bihar Judiciary Mains
The Bihar Civil Judge Mains examination comprises five mandatory and three optional papers. The main exam contains descriptive questions for a maximum of 1050 marks.
Compulsory Papers
| Subjects |
Marks |
| General Knowledge including Current Affairs |
150 |
| Elementary General Science |
100 |
| General Hindi |
100 |
| General English |
100 |
| Law of Evidence and Procedure |
150 |
Optional Papers
| Subjects |
Marks |
| Constitutional and Administrative Law of India |
150 |
| Hindu law and Mohammedan law |
150 |
| Transfer of Property Act, Principles of Equity, Law of Trusts, and Specific Relief Act |
150 |
| Law of Contract and Torts |
150 |
| Commercial Law |
150 |
BPSC Civil Judge Syllabus 2023
| BPSC Judicial Services Prelims Syllabus |
|
| Paper I |
Paper II |
|
| · General Knowledge including current affairs
· Elementary General Science |
· Law of Evidence & Procedure
· Constitutional and Administrative Law of India)
· Hindu Law & Muhammadan Law
· Law of Transfer of Property
· Law of Trusts and Specific Relief
· Law of Contracts & Torts
· Commercial Law |
|
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Mains
| Bihar PCS J 2023 Subject |
Bihar PCS J 2023 Syllabus |
| General Knowledge / General Studies |
· Current events of national and international importance
· Indian and World Geography
· Indian Polity and Economy
· History of India and the Indian National Movement |
| General Hindi |
Questions will be asked regarding Hindi essays and syntax-related questions and Hindi grammar. |
| General English |
· Spotting Errors in sentences and phrases
· Antonyms and Synonyms
· Fill in the blanks with missing words
· Usage of prepositions, idioms, and phrases
· Word analogies
· Test of spellings
· Re-arranging sentences
· passage to be read and questions based on the same.
· power to write English. A passage or passages will usually be set for summary or precis.
· letter writing on a given subject |
| Constitutional Law and Administrative Law |
Constitution of India – Article 1 to 395 and Schedules Administrative Law:
· Delegated Legislation
· Public Interest Litigation
· Tortious Liability of State and Compensation
· Promissory Estoppel, Legitimate Expectation & Doctrine of Proportionality
· Government Contracts
· Ombudsman
· Judicial Review of Administrative Action
· Writ Jurisdiction and Statutory Judicial Remedies, Scope, Extent & Distinction
· Control of Delegated Legislation – Judicial & Legislative Fair Hearing; Rules of Natural Justice; Rules Against Bias; Audi Alteram Partem
· Tribunals and Quasi-Judicial Authorities; Judicial Control over them
· Regulatory- Authorities |
| Law of Evidence & Procedure |
· Indian Evidence Act (1 of 1872)
· Civil Procedure Code (5 of 1908)
· Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (2 of 1974)
· Provincial Small Cause Courts Act, 1887
· Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996 |
| Hindu Law and Mohammedan Law |
· Hindu Law including Schools, Marriage, Adoption, Impartible Estate, Endowment
· Muhammadan Law including Marriage Law, Adoption, Wills, Legitimacy, Acknowledgement, Guardianship |
| Commercial Law |
The main principles of law relating to
· Sale of Goods,
· Company Law
· Partnership.
· Negotiable Instruments, |
Note: The above-mentioned topics are only for reference purposes. Check the official portal for a detailed syllabus.
