Total Posts: 300
Category-wise Distribution
| Category | Posts | Women Reservation (35%) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 129 | 41 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 29 | 10 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 42 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 7 | 2 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 64 | 22 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 25 | 9 |
| BC Women | 4 | 0 |
| Total | 300 | 99 |
Additional reservations:
- 6 posts for dependents of freedom fighters
- 4% reservation for PwD
Educational Qualification
Candidate must have:
- LLB degree from a recognized university
- Eligibility to practice law in court
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General (Male) | 37 years |
| BC/EBC (Male & Female) | 40 years |
| SC/ST (Male & Female) | 42 years |
Minimum age: 21 years
Age relaxation available for:
- Government servants
- Persons with disability
- Ex-servicemen
Selection Process
There are 3 stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies | 100 |
| Paper 2 | Law | 150 |
Important points:
- Objective (MCQ)
- Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
- Only qualifying for mains
Preliminary Syllabus
General Studies
- Current Affairs
- General Science
- Indian History & Culture
- Indian Polity
- Geography
- National & International events
Law
Questions mainly from:
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
- Civil Procedure Code, 1908
Main Examination Papers
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies | 100 |
| Paper 2 | Hindi | 100 |
| Paper 3 | English | 100 |
| Paper 4 | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita | 150 |
| Paper 5 | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam | 150 |
| Paper 6 | BNSS + CPC | 150 |
| Paper 7 | Constitutional Law | 150 |
| Paper 8 | Other Laws | 150 |
Other Laws in Main Exam
- Arms Act, 1959
- Explosive Substances Act
- NDPS Act, 1985
- Information Technology Act, 2000
- Bihar Prohibition & Excise Act
- Bihar Police Act, 2007
- Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
- SC/ST Atrocities Act, 1989
- POCSO Act, 2012
Interview
- Marks: 100
Final merit list based on:
- Mains + Interview
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / BC / EBC | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Women | ₹25 |
| PwD | ₹25 |
Additional ₹200 biometric fee if Aadhaar authentication is not used.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 March 2026 |
Application Process
Steps:
- One Time Registration (OTR) on BPSC portal
- Create profile
- Upload documents
- Fill application form
- Pay fee
Website:
https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in
Important Documents Required
- LLB degree certificate
- Marksheets
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Residence certificate
- EWS certificate
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Passport size photographs
- Photo ID proof
Thank You