Bihar Judiciary Syllabus 2026 (Prelims, Mains & Interview)

Bihar Judiciary Syllabus 2026 Overview

The Bihar Judiciary 2026 vacancy notification was officially released on 23rd February 2026, announcing 173 vacancies. Along with the notification, the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has published the complete syllabus for both the Prelims and Mains exams.

Here’s a detailed overview of the BPSC syllabus 2026 for Prelims and Mains to help candidates organise their BPSC Judiciary preparation effectively.

Exam Conducting Body	Bihar Public Service Commission
Exam Name	BPSC Combined Competitive Exam
Application Mode	Online
BPSC Vacancy	173
BPSC Eligibility Criteria	Graduation
BPSC Selection Process	PrelimsMainsInterview
BPSC Prelims Syllabus 2026	• General Science • History • Geography • Indian Polity and Economy • Indian National Movement • General Mental Ability
BPSC Mains Syllabus 2026	• General Hindi (Qualifying) • English • General Studies Paper 1 • General Studies Paper 2 • Essay • Optional Subjects
Job Location	Bihar
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Bihar Judiciary Syllabus 2026 PDF Download Link

You can download the official Bihar Judiciary syllabus 2026 PDF here to get the complete list of subjects and topics for Prelims, Mains, and Interview stages. The PDF helps plan preparation efficiently and stay focused on important topics.

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Bihar Judiciary Syllabus 2026 For Prelims

The BPSC Preliminary examination consists of two papers totalling 250 marks.

Paper	Subject	Total Marks
Paper I	General Studies	100
Paper II	Law	150
Total		250

BPSC Prelims Subject-Wise Syllabus

The syllabus for Bihar Judiciary Prelims is tabulated below:

Subject	Topics Covered
History of India	• Ancient & Medieval Indian History • Modern Indian History • Indian National Movement • Indian Constitution & Polity • Landmark Events in World History • World Wars & Impact on India • Post-Independence Consolidation in India • Socio-Cultural & Economic Changes after Independence
Indian Polity & Economy	• Indian Political System, Panchayati Raj, & Community Development • Indian Constitution: Preamble, Fundamental Rights & Duties, Directive Principles • Governance: Judiciary, Executive, & Electoral Systems • Public Administration, Political Parties, & Pressure Groups • Indian Economy: National Income, GDP, GNP • Poverty, Unemployment, & Inflation • Banking & Financial System • Fiscal & Monetary Policies • International Trade & Balance of Payments
Geography	• Physical Geography: Earth, Climatology, Oceanography, Atmosphere, Hydrosphere • Environmental Geography: Biodiversity, Environmental Hazards, & Sustainable Development • Cartography & GIS: Types of Maps, Remote Sensing, & Map Projections • Geography of Bihar: Major Rivers, Geographical Divisions, & Natural Resources
Indian National Movement	• Growth of Nationalism & Freedom Struggle • Key Events: Swadeshi Movement, Non-Cooperation, Quit India Movement, Revolt of 1857 • Role of Bihar in India’s Independence Movement • Contributions of Leaders: Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Indian National Congress, & Muslim League • Impact on India’s Social, Economic & Cultural Reforms
General Science	• Basic Science Principles & Everyday Applications • Important Scientific Discoveries & Innovations • Prominent Scientists & Their Contributions
Law Subjects	• Law of Evidence & Procedure • Hindu Law & Muhammadan Law • Constitutional & Administrative Law of India • Law of Contracts & TortsCommercial Law • Sale of Goods Act • Negotiable Instrument Act • Company Law • Partnership Act • Transfer of Property Act • Principles of Equity • Law of Trust & Specific Relief

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Bihar Judiciary Syllabus 2026 For Mains

Candidates who clear the Prelims appear for the Mains, consisting of compulsory and optional papers. The syllabus for Bihar Judiciary Mains is:

Category	Subject	Marks
Compulsory	General Knowledge & Current Affairs	150
	Elementary General Science	100
	General English	100
	General Hindi	100
	Law of Evidence & Procedure	150
Optional (Choose Any Three)	Constitutional Law of India	150
	Hindu Law & Mohammedan Law	150
	Transfer of Property, Equity, Trust & Specific Relief Act	150
	Law of Contracts & Torts	150
	Commercial Law	150

Bihar Judiciary Syllabus 2026 for Compulsory Subjects

The Bihar Judiciary syllabus 2026 includes key compulsory subjects ranging from law and general studies to English, Hindi, and basic science.

Subject	Topics Covered
General Knowledge / General Studies	• Current events (National & International) • Indian History • Indian National Movement • Indian & World Geography • Indian Polity & Economy
General Hindi	• निबंध • वाक्य विन्यास • व्याकरण • संक्षेपण
General English	• Spotting Errors • Antonyms & Synonyms • Fill in the blanks • Prepositions, Idioms & Phrases • Word Analogies • Spelling Test • Sentence Rearrangement • Passage Writing • Precis Writing • Letter Writing
Law of Evidence & Procedure	• Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) • Code of Civil Procedure (1908) • Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 • Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS) • Provincial Small Cause Courts Act, 1887 • Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS)
General Science	• Everyday Science • Elementary Science.

Bihar Judiciary Syllabus 2026 for Optional Subjects

Candidates must select 3 out of 5 optional subjects for the Bihar Judiciary Mains exam 2026. Below is a detailed breakdown of each optional subject:

Subject	Topics Covered
Constitutional Law & Administrative Law	• Constitution of India (Articles 1 to 395)Schedules of the Constitution • Administrative Law • Delegated Legislation & Its Control (Judicial & Legislative) • Principles of Natural Justice (Fair Hearing, Audi Alteram Partem, Rules Against Bias) • Regulatory Authorities • Judicial Review of Administrative Actions • Public Interest Litigation (PIL) • Tortious Liability of the State & Compensation • Promissory Estoppel, Legitimate Expectation & Doctrine of Proportionality • Government Contracts • Ombudsman • Writ Jurisdiction and Statutory Judicial Remedies (Scope, Extent & Distinction)
Law of Evidence & Procedure	• Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) • Code of Civil Procedure (1908) • Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 • Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS) • Provincial Small Cause Courts Act, 1887 • Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS)
Hindu Law & Mohammedan Law	• Hindu Law: Seminaries, Marriage, Adoption, Impartible Estate, and Endowment • Mohammedan Law: Marriage, Adoption, Wills, Legitimacy, Acknowledgement, and Guardianship
Commercial Law	• Sale of Goods Act • Negotiable Instruments Act • Company Law • Partnership Act

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Bihar Judiciary Syllabus for Interview

The interview is the final and key stage of the Bihar Judiciary exam, assessing legal expertise, personality, confidence, and practical application of law for 100 marks.

Assessment Area	Focus Points
Legal Knowledge & Awareness	• Understanding constitutional, civil, and criminal laws • Awareness of recent legal amendments and landmark judgments • Analyze case laws & apply legal principles effectively
Personal Profile & General Awareness	• Academic background & legal education • Work experience, internships, and practical exposure • Awareness of contemporary legal issues, national & international affairs
Communication & Analytical Skills	• Clarity in expressing legal concepts and arguments • Logical reasoning and problem-solving • Confidence and presence of mind in responding to panel questions

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Bihar Judiciary Exam Pattern 2026

Check the complete Bihar Judiciary exam pattern 2026, including all stages, marks, duration, and purpose of each test.

Exam Stage	Exam Type	Number of Papers	Total Marks	Duration	Purpose
Preliminary Exam	Objective (MCQ – OMR)	2 (General Studies + Law)	250	3.5 Hours	Screening Test
Mains Exam	Descriptive (Written)	Compulsory + 3 Optional	1050*	3 Hours per Paper	Merit Determining
Interview	Viva-Voce	Personality Test	100	—	Final Selection

Bihar Judiciary Syllabus 2026 Marks Distribution

Check the Bihar Judiciary syllabus 2026 marks distribution across all exam stages.

Exam Stage	Subject / Section	Marks	Exam Type
Preliminary	General Studies	100	MCQ
	Law	150	MCQ
Mains – Compulsory	General Hindi	100	Descriptive
	General English	100	Descriptive
	General Knowledge & Current Affairs	150	Descriptive
	Elementary General Science	100	Descriptive
	Law of Evidence & Procedure	150	Descriptive
Mains – Optional (Choose 3)	Constitutional & Administrative Law	150	Descriptive
	Hindu Law & Muhammadan Law	150	Descriptive
	Transfer of Property, Equity, Trust & Specific Relief	150	Descriptive
	Law of Contracts & Torts	150	Descriptive
	Commercial Law	150	Descriptive
Interview	Personality Test	100	Viva-Voce

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How to Prepare for the Bihar Judiciary Exam?

Preparing for the Bihar Judiciary 2026 exam requires a clear strategy, focused study, and consistent practice to cover all stages effectively.

1. Understand the Exam Pattern:

• Know Prelims, Mains, and Interview structure
• Focus on topics based on weightage

2. Divide the Syllabus:

• Separate into Law, General Studies, and Language papers
• Start with strong subjects, then move to tougher ones

3. Make a Study Plan:

• Allocate time for each subject
• Include regular revision sessions
• Follow standard books recommended by experts

4. Keep Notes Handy:

• Prepare concise notes for quick revision
• Focus on Law concepts and Current Affairs

5. Practice Previous Year Papers:

• Solve Bihar Judiciary past papers to know question types and difficulty
• Identify important and frequently repeated topics
• Analyze mistakes to improve weak areas
• Build speed, accuracy, and confidence

6. Time Management & Answer Writing:

• Prelims: Fix time per question, practice mock tests
• Mains: Prioritize high-weightage questions, structure answers, and use legal terms
• Practice writing answers daily to improve clarity and speed

7. Revision Strategy:

• Regularly revise Law, Current Affairs, and language topics
• Keep short notes for last-minute quick recall

8. Stay Healthy:

• Get enough rest, avoid cramming
• Stay updated with the latest legal developments and judgments

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Bihar Judiciary 2026 Preparation Books

Here’s a list of must-have BPSC syllabus books to ace the exam:

Book Name	Author/Publisher
The Law of Evidence	Batuk Lal
Civil Procedure with Limitation Act 1963 (Latest Edition)	C.K. Takwani
The Indian Contract Act (Bare Act)	Pollock & Mulla
Modern Hindu Law	Paras Diwan & Peeyushi Diwan
Contract – I (Law of Contract & Specific Relief Act)	Dr. R.K. Bangia
Encyclopedia of Samanya Vigyan (Hindi)	Arihant Publications
Objective General English	S.P. Bakshi
Lucent’s General Knowledge	Dr. Binay Karna, R.P. Suman, Manvendra Mukul, Renu Sinha & Sanjeev Kumar

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