Overview
The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has issued an examination-date update for the West Bengal Judicial Service (WBJS) Examination 2023, advertised under Advt. No. 19/2023. The recruitment drive is intended to fill 29 Civil Judge (Junior Division) vacancies in the West Bengal Judicial Service, with the relevant examination activity scheduled for 2026.
Candidates should download the official timetable from the commission’s portal before making travel arrangements. Individual paper dates, reporting time, examination centre and candidate-specific instructions will be provided through the detailed schedule and admit card.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) |
| Post Name | Civil Judge (Junior Division) through WBJS Examination 2023 |
| Total Vacancies | 29 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | psc.wb.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | January 10, 2024 |
| Last Date | January 31, 2024 |
| Exam Date | During 2026; exact paper-wise dates to be confirmed in the official timetable |
| Result Date | TBA |
The subject schedule will depend on the stage being conducted. The preliminary examination generally consists of a single objective paper, while the final written examination includes compulsory and optional law papers. Candidates appearing in 2026 must follow only the paper sequence printed in the latest WBPSC notice and admit card.
The written syllabus broadly covers English composition, a recognised state language, general knowledge and current affairs, the Code of Civil Procedure, criminal law and procedure, the Indian Evidence Act, contracts and torts, and the Transfer of Property Act. Optional subjects are governed by the examination scheme notified for Advt. No. 19/2023.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Applicants must possess a degree in Law from a university or institution recognised under the applicable rules.
- Candidates must be enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council of West Bengal or another recognised State Bar Council, subject to the notification conditions.
- Applicants must be able to read, write and speak Bengali, except where a notified exemption applies to candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali.
- Documentary proof of qualification, enrolment and language eligibility must be produced during verification.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 23 years.
- Maximum age: 35 years, calculated on the cut-off date specified in the original advertisement.
- Upper-age relaxation is applicable to SC, ST, OBC and persons with benchmark disabilities as permitted under West Bengal government rules.
- Candidates should verify their date-of-birth eligibility from Advt. No. 19/2023 before participating in the next stage.
Fees
- Application fee: ₹210, excluding applicable service charges.
- SC and ST candidates from West Bengal and eligible persons with benchmark disabilities are generally exempt from the examination fee.
- Candidates belonging to reserved categories of other states are normally treated as unreserved applicants for fee purposes.
- Fees already paid are not ordinarily refundable.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination: An objective screening test used to shortlist candidates for the final written examination.
- Final Written Examination: Descriptive compulsory and optional papers assessing language ability, general awareness and substantive and procedural law.
- Personality Test: Shortlisted candidates are assessed for legal understanding, communication skills, suitability and judicial aptitude, followed by document verification.
Final merit is prepared under the notified examination rules. Merely qualifying at one stage does not guarantee appointment.
How to Apply
- Visit the official WBPSC website at psc.wb.gov.in and open the candidate registration or online application section.
- Complete one-time registration using an active mobile number and email address. Candidates who already have valid credentials should sign in instead of registering again.
- Select the West Bengal Judicial Service Examination 2023 under Advt. No. 19/2023.
- Enter personal, educational, Bar Council enrolment and category details exactly as recorded in the supporting documents.
- Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and certificates in the required size and format.
- Pay the application fee, where applicable, and submit the form before the deadline.
- Download the submitted application and payment receipt for future reference. The application window has closed, so existing applicants should now monitor the portal for the 2026 timetable and admit card.
- After release, print the admit card and verify the examination date, subject, venue, reporting time and permitted items.
Important Links
FAQs
1. How many vacancies are covered by WBJS Advt. No. 19/2023?
The recruitment process covers 29 Civil Judge (Junior Division) vacancies.
2. When will the WBPSC WBJS examination be held?
The relevant examination activity is scheduled for 2026. Candidates must check the official paper-wise timetable for the confirmed dates and timings.
3. What is the selection process for WBJS recruitment?
Selection consists of a preliminary examination, final written examination and personality test, followed by eligibility and document verification.
