BIHAR CIVIL COURT RECRUITMENT - 2026 Comprehensive Syllabus & Examination Pattern (For Clerk & Stenographer Posts)

Bihar Civil Court Recruitment 2026 - Syllabus & Examination Pattern Overview

The Bihar Civil Court has released the comprehensive recruitment notification and examination pattern for Clerk and Stenographer posts. Candidates preparing for these vacancies must thoroughly review the detailed syllabus to strategize their preparation effectively.

1. Selection Process

The selection process generally consists of the following stages depending on the post:

• Written Test (Prelims / Mains)
• Skill Test (Typing / Shorthand test for Stenographer and specific posts)
• Interview

2. Clerk Post Syllabus & Subject-wise Weightage

The written examination for the Clerk post typically covers the following core subjects:

• English Language and Grammar:
  • Spotting Errors, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases, One-word substitutions, Spelling/detecting misspelt words, Reading Comprehension.
• Hindi Language and Grammar:
  • Vyakaran (व्याकरण), Vipreetarthak Shabd (विपरीतार्थक शब्द), Paryayvachi Shabd (पर्यायवाची शब्द), Muhavare aur Lokoktiyan (मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ), Anekarthak Shabd (अनेकार्थक शब्द), Shuddh-Ashuddh Vakya (शुद्ध-अशुद्ध वाक्य).
• General Awareness & Current Affairs:
  • Indian History, Geography, Indian Polity & Constitution, Economy, General Science, Awards and Honors, Sports, and Current Affairs (National & International).
• Mathematics (Arithmetical & Numerical Ability):
  • Number System, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentage, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit and Loss.
• Reasoning (Verbal & Non-Verbal):
  • Analogies, Similarities and Differences, Space Visualization, Problem Solving, Analysis, Judgment, Decision Making, Visual Memory, Discriminatory Observation, Relationship Concepts, Arithmetical Number Series.
• Computer Proficiency Test:
  • Fundamentals of Computer Systems, Operating System basics, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet usage, and keyboard shortcuts.

3. Stenographer Post Syllabus

In addition to subjects similar to the Clerk exam (English, Hindi, General Knowledge, Mathematics, and Reasoning), the Stenographer examination focuses heavily on shorthand and typing efficiency:

• English Shorthand & Typing Test: Dictation speed test followed by transcription on a computer.
• Hindi Shorthand & Typing Test: Standard speed benchmarks for Hindi typing and shorthand shorthand dictation.

Note: Candidates are advised to check the official notification or download the attached PDF for exact marks distribution, negative marking details (if applicable), and sectional cut-offs.