The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the OPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of Civil Judge (Junior Division) posts. This is a great opportunity for candidates looking for the latest Odisha government jobs in 2026 in India. A total of 78 vacancies have been announced, and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website.
This article provides complete details, including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, selection process, salary, important dates, and how to apply online for OPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026.
OPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | OPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 |
| Recruitment Body | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Posts Name | Civil Judge (Junior Division) |
| Total Vacancies | 78 (26 women reserved) |
| Job Type | Odisha Govt. Job |
| Qualifications | LLB |
| Age Limit | 23 to 42 years |
| Application Date | 8 May 2026 to 8 June 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Written Examination, Main Written Examination and Interview |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Official Website | www.opsc.gov.in |
Vacancies Details – OPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
| Sl. No. | Category | Total Vacancies | Vacancies Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Un-reserved (UR) | 35 | 12 |
| 2 | SEBC | 09 | 03 |
| 3 | Scheduled Caste (SC) | 13 | 04 |
| 4 | Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 18 | 06 |
| 5 | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 03 | 01 |
| Total | 78 | 26 |
PwBD Sub-Category Vacancy (Total 03 Posts = 4% of vacancies, horizontal reservation)
| Sub-Category | Details |
|---|---|
| (a) Blindness & Low Vision | Eligible |
| (b) Orthopedically Handicapped | Eligible |
| (c) Deaf & Hard of Hearing (with suitable aid) | Eligible |
Eligibility Criteria for OPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
Candidates must carefully check eligibility before applying for this Odisha govt job vacancy 2026. Only eligible candidates will be considered during document verification.
Educational Qualification
- Graduate in Law (LL.B.) from a recognised university or Government-recognised institution
- Minimum 03 years of practice as an advocate as on 1 April 2025
- Period of experience as Law Clerk or Research Assistant to any Judge, Judicial Officer or Constitutional Authority counts towards practice
- Must be able to read, write and speak Odia fluently — Middle English School (Class VII) standard certificate required
- Indian citizenship is mandatory
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (Un-reserved) | 23 to 42 years (as on 01-04-2025) |
| SC / ST / SEBC / Women / Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned/Short Service Commission Officers of Defence Services | 5 years relaxation (max 47 years) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years relaxation, in addition to normal age relaxation admissible to SC/ST/SEBC candidates |
| Candidates with service experience as Law Clerk/Research Assistant to Judge/Judicial Officer or Constitutional Authority | 7 years relaxation |
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Salary / Pay Scale
- Entry Basic Pay: ₹77,840 per month
- Maximum Basic in Scale: ₹1,36,520 per month
- Allowances: Usual DA, HRA, judicial allowance and other admissible perks per Odisha rules
- Pension: Contributory Pension Scheme / NPS for those joining on or after 01.01.2005
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / Others | ₹700 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Nil |
Selection Process
The selection process for the latest Odisha government job recruitment 2026 is designed to evaluate both theoretical knowledge and practical coaching ability. The notified stages are the following:
Stage 1 – Preliminary Written Examination
| Paper | Type | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Paper (Objective MCQ) | OMR-based, 100 questions of 1 mark each; negative marking of 25% for every wrong answer | 100 | 1 hour 30 minutes |
Stage 2 – Main Written Examination
| Paper | Subject | Type | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (Compulsory) | General English (Translation, Essay, Precis, Comprehension) | Descriptive | 150 | 2½ Hours |
| Paper 2 (Compulsory) | Procedural Laws (CrPC/BNSS, CPC, Evidence Act/BSA) | Descriptive | 150 | 2½ Hours |
| Optional Paper I | Law of Crime & Law of Torts (choose any 3 from 5 options) | Descriptive | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Optional Paper II | Personal Laws (Hindu Law & Mohammedan Law) | Descriptive | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Optional Paper III | Law of Property (Transfer of Property Act, Specific Relief Act, Limitation Act) | Descriptive | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Optional Paper IV | Law of Contract (Indian Contract Act, Sales of Goods Act, Partnership Act, Negotiable Instrument Act) | Descriptive | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Optional Paper V | Jurisprudence and the Constitution of India | Descriptive | 150 | 3 Hours |
Qualifying Marks for Main Written Examination
| Category | Minimum per Paper | Minimum Aggregate |
|---|---|---|
| General / Others | 33% in each paper | 45% in aggregate |
| PwBD | 30% in each paper | 40% in aggregate |
Stage 3 – Interview: 100 Marks
Candidates will be shortlisted for interviews in a proportion of no more than three times the number of posted jobs in each category. The interview questions may cover the syllabus for the Main Written Examination, as well as broad national/international issues and topics of common interest in Arts and Science. To be considered for the merit list, candidates must score at least 40% in the interview.
Qualifying Marks
| Stage | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Written Examination (for shortlisting to Main) | 40% (General/Others); 35% (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Main Written Examination (for shortlisting to Interview) | 45% aggregate + 33% in each paper (General); 40% aggregate + 30% in each paper (PwBD) |
| Interview (for inclusion in merit list) | Minimum 40% |
Tie-Breaking Rules
| 1st Tie-Break | Marks secured at Main Written Examination |
| 2nd Tie-Break | Total marks obtained in LLB Examination (if Main marks also equal) |
| 3rd Tie-Break | Older candidate placed above (if LLB marks also equal) |
How to Apply for OPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
Candidates must apply online for this OPSC Civil Judge recruitment 2026 by following the steps below:
- Scroll down and go to the Important Links section.
- Click on the“Online Apply Link” and complete the registration process.
- Next stage, click on “Online Apply Link” and Login.
- Enter all your personal and educational details and upload the necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee according to your category and submit the form.
- Take a printout of the application form.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Start Date | 08 May 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 08 June 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 5 July 2026 (Sunday) |
| Main Examination Date | Update Soon |
Important Links
| Online Apply Link | Click here |
| Official Notification | View PDF |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q.1 What is the application start date for the OPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026?
The application process is 08 May 2026.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply online for the OPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 08 June 2026.
Q.3 How many vacancies are available in the OPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 78 vacancies.
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