MPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 286 Posts
Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released Advertisement No. 092/2026 for the Civil Judge Junior Division and Judicial Magistrate First Class Preliminary Examination 2024. A total of 286 posts will be filled through this recruitment. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official MPSC portal from 02-05-2026 to 22-05-2026. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
The preliminary examination is scheduled to be held on 28-06-2026 at district centres in Maharashtra. Candidates who qualify in the preliminary examination will be considered for the main examination and further selection process as per MPSC rules.
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MPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars |
Details |
| Organization Name |
Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) |
| Exam Name |
Civil Judge Junior Division and Judicial Magistrate First Class Preliminary Examination 2024 |
| Advertisement No. |
092/2026 |
| Total Posts |
286 |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Online Application Start Date |
02-05-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
22-05-2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date |
28-06-2026 |
| Official Website |
mpsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Online Application Start Date |
02-05-2026 from 14:00 hrs |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
22-05-2026 up to 23:59 hrs |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment |
23-05-2026 up to 23:59 hrs |
| Last Date for Challan Copy |
23-05-2026 up to 23:59 hrs |
| Last Date for Fee Payment by Challan |
25-05-2026 during bank working hours |
| Preliminary Exam Date |
28-06-2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
Total Vacancies |
| Civil Judge Junior Division and Judicial Magistrate First Class |
286 |
Pay Scale
| Post Name |
Pay Scale |
| Civil Judge Junior Division and Judicial Magistrate First Class |
S-20, Rs. 77,840 - 1,36,520 plus admissible allowances |
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| Open Category |
Rs. 394/- |
| Reserved Category / PwD |
Rs. 294/- |
Eligibility Criteria
| Eligible Category |
Age Limit |
Qualification |
Experience |
| Advocate / Public Prosecutor / Government Advocate |
21 to 35 years for open category, 21 to 40 years for reserved category / PwD |
Degree in Law |
Minimum 3 years practice as Advocate as on 30-04-2026, or 3 years as Public Prosecutor / Government Advocate |
| Ministerial Staff of High Court, subordinate courts, Government Pleader offices, or eligible Law and Judiciary Department staff |
21 to 45 years for open category, 21 to 50 years for reserved category / PwD |
Degree in Law |
Minimum 3 years service after obtaining Law Degree as on 30-04-2026 |
Marathi Language Requirement
Candidates must have sufficient knowledge of Marathi. They should be able to speak, read and write Marathi and must understand Marathi language used in courts and official work.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
- Document Verification
Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Exam Stage |
Details |
| Exam Level |
Objective Type |
| Total Marks |
100 Marks |
| Medium |
English |
Main Exam Pattern
| Exam Stage |
Details |
| Main Examination |
Descriptive Type |
| Total Marks |
200 Marks |
| Question Papers |
Two papers of 100 marks each |
| Medium |
Marathi and English |
Preliminary Exam Syllabus
- Code of Criminal Procedure
- Civil Procedure Code
- Evidence Act
- Transfer of Property Act
- Specific Relief Act
- Maharashtra Rent Control Act
- Limitation Act
- Constitution of India
- Indian Penal Code
- Law of Contracts, Sale of Goods Act and Partnership Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
Main Exam Syllabus
- Civil Procedure Code
- Transfer of Property Act
- Specific Relief Act
- Law of Contracts, Sale of Goods Act and Partnership Act
- Indian Penal Code
- Evidence Act
- Code of Criminal Procedure
- SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act, 1989 and Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955
- Essay on current legal topic
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
Documents Required
- Proof of name in application
- Age proof
- Educational qualification certificates
- Degree in Law certificate and marksheets
- Experience certificate / Advocate practice proof
- Marathi language proof, if applicable
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- Non-creamy layer certificate, if applicable
- EWS certificate, if applicable
- PwD certificate, if applicable
- Valid identity proof
- Passport-size photograph and signature
How to Apply
- Visit the official MPSC online portal at https://mpsconline.gov.in.
- Complete profile registration or login with existing credentials.
- Select the Civil Judge Junior Division and Judicial Magistrate First Class Preliminary Examination 2024 advertisement.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the examination fee through online mode or challan mode as applicable.
- Submit the form before the last date.
- Download and keep a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
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MPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 - FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for MPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form is 22-05-2026 up to 23:59 hrs.
2. How many vacancies are available in MPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026?
There are 286 vacancies for Civil Judge Junior Division and Judicial Magistrate First Class posts.
3. What is the preliminary exam date for MPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026?
The preliminary examination is scheduled to be held on 28-06-2026.
4. What is the qualification required for MPSC Civil Judge posts?
Candidates must possess a Degree in Law and must fulfill the required practice or service experience criteria as mentioned in the notification.
5. What is the application fee for MPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026?
The fee is Rs. 394/- for open category candidates and Rs. 294/- for reserved category / PwD candidates.
