A promising opportunity has arisen for law graduates in Odisha aiming for government positions. The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released a notification regarding the recruitment of Civil Judge (Junior Division) roles within the Odisha Judicial Service. This recruitment initiative allows qualified candidates to pursue a career in the judiciary. The application process will be conducted entirely online, and interested individuals should apply before the specified deadline.

As per the OPSC notification, the recruitment for Civil Judge (Junior Division) positions for the year 2025 will take place. Selected individuals will receive a salary ranging from ₹77,840 to ₹1,36,520, in addition to other applicable allowances. This recruitment is a significant opportunity for those looking to establish a career in the judicial field.

The online application window will open on May 8, 2026, and will close on June 8, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early rather than waiting until the last moment. Both the application submission and fee payment must be completed within this timeframe.

The selection will occur in three stages: a Preliminary Examination, a Main Examination, and an Interview. Only candidates who pass the Preliminary Examination will be eligible for the Main Examination, and those who succeed will then be invited for an interview.

Candidates from the General and Other categories must pay an application fee of ₹700. However, candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Persons with Disabilities are exempt from this fee. It is important to note that an application will be deemed incomplete if the fee payment is not made.

Applicants must be aged between 23 and 42 years as of April 1, 2025. Additionally, candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Law from a recognized institution and possess a minimum of three years of professional legal experience. Proficiency in the Odia language is also a requirement.

To apply, candidates should visit the official website of the Odisha Public Service Commission. They must first register on the site, fill in the required details, and submit the application form. After uploading the necessary documents, candidates should print a copy of the form for their records.