MPSC Civil Judge & JMF Recruitment 2026: 286 Posts, Apply by 21 May 2026

Maharashtra Public Service Commission has released the official notification for Civil Judge Junior Division & Judicial Magistrate First Class recruitment. A total of 286 vacancies are open. Eligible candidates can apply online before 21 May 2026.

Recruitment Overview

About Maharashtra Public Service Commission

Maharashtra Public Service Commission is the recruiting authority for this notification. Selected candidates will work in Maharashtra. This notification specifically covers the Civil Judge Junior Division & Judicial Magistrate First Class post.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Degree in Law with minimum 3 years practice in High Court of Bombay or subordinate courts as on 30-04-2026, OR Ministerial Staff of High Court, Subordinate Courts, Offices of Govt. Pleaders, Legal Assistant and above in Legal Section of Law & Judiciary Dept. with minimum 3 years service after obtaining Degree in Law as on 30-04-2026

Age Limit

Candidates must be between 21 and 35 years of age.

Nationality

The applicant must be an Indian citizen.

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be done through the following stages:

• Preliminary Examination
• Main Examination
• Interview

Preparation Tips

Here are practical tips to help you prepare effectively for the Civil Judge Junior Division & Judicial Magistrate First Class recruitment:

• Revise core legal subjects: Constitution, IPC, CrPC, CPC, Indian Evidence Act, Contract Act, Transfer of Property Act, Specific Relief Act, and state-specific land laws.
• Stay current on landmark Supreme Court and High Court judgments of the last 12–18 months — they show up in both prelims and interview.
• Practise judgment-writing and legal drafting — the Mains paper usually has a judgment / order writing exercise plus a translation passage.
• Be conversational on procedural law — judges frequently probe practical knowledge of summons, warrants, bail and pleadings.
• Read the full official notification PDF and the syllabus before starting structured preparation — it is the single source of truth on eligibility, syllabus and pattern.
• Bookmark the official application portal and check it daily during the application window for any corrigendum, syllabus update or admit-card release.
• Keep all original certificates and self-attested photocopies organised in a single labelled file ready for the document-verification round.

Documents Required

Before starting the online application for the Civil Judge Junior Division & Judicial Magistrate First Class post, candidates should keep the following documents ready in scanned format:

• LL.B. / LL.M. degree mark sheets and final certificate
• Bar Council enrollment certificate (where required)
• Legal-practice / clerkship experience certificate
• Hindi / regional-language proficiency certificate
• Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the format specified on the application portal
• Government-issued photo ID — Aadhaar card / PAN card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence
• Date-of-birth proof — 10th class certificate or Birth Certificate
• Educational qualification mark sheets and certificates relevant to the advertised post
• Caste / category / EWS / PwBD certificates issued by the competent authority (where applicable)
• Working email ID and active mobile number for OTP verification and admit-card download

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website at https://mpsc.gov.in.
2. Click on the recruitment / careers section and locate the current notification.
3. Read the official notification PDF carefully and confirm your eligibility.
4. Click the Apply Online link to register and create an account if required.
5. Fill the application form with personal, educational and contact details.
6. Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature and supporting documents in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the application fee online as per your category.
8. Review all entries, submit the form before 21 May 2026, and download a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Links

• Apply Online: https://mpsconline.gov.in/candidate
• Official Website: https://mpsc.gov.in

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the last date to apply?

The last date to submit the online application is 21 May 2026.

How many vacancies are open?

A total of 286 vacancies have been notified for Civil Judge Junior Division & Judicial Magistrate First Class.

Who can apply for this recruitment?

Indian citizens who meet the eligibility (Degree in Law with minimum 3 years practice in High Court of Bombay or subordinate courts as on 30-04-2026, OR Ministerial Staff of High Court, Subordinate Courts, Offices of Govt. Pleaders, Legal Assistant and above in Legal Section of Law & Judiciary Dept. with minimum 3 years service after obtaining Degree in Law as on 30-04-2026) and aged between 21 and 35 years are eligible to apply. The detailed post-wise eligibility is listed in the table above.

Is the application process online?

Yes. Candidates must apply through the official online portal at https://mpsconline.gov.in/candidate.

What is the application fee?

The application fee for general category candidates is Rs. 394. Reserved category candidates are required to pay Rs. 294.

Where will candidates be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted in Maharashtra as per the official notification.

Apply before 21 May 2026 on the official portal. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a reputed government organization.