Bihar Civil Court Clerk & Peon Syllabus 2026 - Complete Exam Pattern
Verified by SkillUpBihar Editorial Team on 01 Feb 2026
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Bihar Civil Court Clerk & Peon Syllabus 2026 - Complete Exam Pattern
Bhaiyon, Bihar Civil Court mein Clerk aur Peon ki vacancy bahut popular hai. Patna High Court ke through ye recruitment hoti hai. Dono posts ke liye written exam hota hai jo objective type hai. Is page pe tumhe Bihar Civil Court Clerk aur Peon ka complete syllabus milega - exam pattern, subject-wise detailed topics, aur marks distribution. Sahi jankari official source se.
Quick Info
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Bihar Civil Court Clerk & Peon Recruitment Exam |
| Conducting Body | Patna High Court / District Courts |
| Posts | Clerk, Stenographer, Peon/Orderly |
| Exam Type | Objective (MCQ) |
| Clerk Total Marks | 100 (Written 90 + Interview 10) |
| Peon Total Marks | 95 (Written 85 + Interview 10) |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | No (current 2024 recruitment cycle) |
| Total Vacancies | 7,006 (Clerk 2,639 + Peon 1,673 + Others) |
| Clerk Qualification | Graduate (Any Stream) |
| Peon Qualification | 8th/10th Pass (as per notification) |
| Official Website | patnahighcourt.gov.in |
Selection Process
For Clerk Post (3 Stages)
| Stage | Details | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Preliminary Exam (Screening - Objective MCQ) | 90 marks (qualifying only, NOT added to final merit) |
| Stage 2 | Mains Written Exam (Objective + Descriptive) | 90 marks (counted in merit) |
| Stage 3 | Interview / Viva | 10 marks (counted in merit) |
| Stage 4 | Document Verification + Medical | Qualifying |
Clerk Merit Calculation: Final Merit = Mains marks (out of 90) + Interview marks (out of 10) = Total out of 100. Prelims marks sirf screening ke liye hain - final merit mein nahi jodti.
For Peon Post (2 Stages)
| Stage | Details | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Written Exam (Objective MCQ) | 85 marks |
| Stage 2 | Interview | 10 marks |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification + Medical | Qualifying |
Peon Merit Calculation: Final Merit = Written marks (out of 85) + Interview marks (out of 10) = Total out of 95
Key Point: Zyada marks = better rank = better posting location. Minimum qualifying marks written exam mein 40% hai.
Post-Exam Timeline
- Written Exam
- Result declaration (typically 1-2 months baad)
- Document Verification (DV) call letter
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List & Joining
Expected Cutoff Range (Previous Year Pattern - 2022 Recruitment)
Clerk Prelims Cutoff (reference only):
| Category | Cutoff (out of 90) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 70 |
| EWS | 65 |
| BC | 67 |
| EBC | 63 |
| SC | 57 |
| ST | 57 |
Note: Ye cutoffs 2022 recruitment cycle ke hain (December 2024 exam). Current cycle ka cutoff alag ho sakta hai. Official notification zaroor check karo.
Negative Marking Details
Bihar Civil Court ke current 2024 recruitment cycle mein negative marking NAHI hai. Multiple sources confirm karte hain ki galat answer pe marks nahi katenge.
Marking Scheme
| Post | Correct Answer | Wrong Answer | Unanswered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clerk (Prelims) | +1 mark | 0 (no deduction) | 0 |
| Clerk (Mains) | +1 mark | 0 (no deduction) | 0 |
| Peon | +1 mark | 0 (no deduction) | 0 |
Past Cycle Comparison
| Recruitment Cycle | Negative Marking |
|---|---|
| 2022 (Advt 01-04/2022) | Yes - 0.25 marks per wrong answer |
| 2024 (Current) | No negative marking |
Strategy Tip: Negative marking nahi hai toh koi bhi question blank mat chhodna! Guess karo lekin educated guess karo - eliminate 2 wrong options pehle, phir remaining mein se choose karo. Har attempt se marks milne ka chance hai, kuch katega nahi.
Disclaimer: Ye information multiple exam preparation sources se verified hai. Official notification PDF ko patnahighcourt.gov.in pe zaroor check karo final confirmation ke liye.
Exam Pattern - Clerk Post
Marks Distribution (Prelims - Screening)
| Subject | Marks | Questions (Expected) | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Hindi | 20 | 20 | Graduation level |
| General English | 20 | 20 | Graduation level |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 15 | 15 | General awareness |
| Mathematics | 10 | 10 | Class 10-12 level |
| Test of Reasoning | 10 | 10 | Logical reasoning |
| Basic Computer Science | 15 | 15 | Basic computer |
| Total | 90 | 90 | - |
Note: Prelims sirf screening ke liye hai - marks final merit mein nahi jodti. Mains ka pattern bhi similar hai (90 marks) lekin objective + descriptive dono hote hain.
Typing Test Standards (Clerk)
| Language | Speed Required | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hindi Typing | 25-30 WPM | 10 minutes |
| English Typing | 30-35 WPM | 10 minutes |
Note: Typing test qualifying hai - speed minimum milni chahiye. Mangal font (Hindi) aur English typing practice karo.
Exam Pattern - Peon Post
| Subject | Marks | Questions (Expected) | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi Language | 35 | 35 | Class 8-10 level |
| English Language | 15 | 15 | Basic level |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 | Class 8 level |
| Total | 85 | 85 | - |
Note: Peon exam ke baad interview (10 marks) hota hai. Final merit = Written (85) + Interview (10) = Total 95 marks. Exam date: 15 March 2026 (expected).
Subject-wise Detailed Syllabus - Clerk Post
General Hindi (20 Marks)
| Topic | Expected Questions | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Sandhi | 2-3 | Swar, Vyanjan, Visarga Sandhi - rules aur examples |
| Samas | 2-3 | All 6 types with examples |
| Vilom Shabd | 2-3 | Important antonym pairs (150+ yaad karo) |
| Paryayvachi | 1-2 | Synonym groups |
| Muhavare & Lokoktiyan | 3-4 | Idioms meanings + usage |
| Vakya Shuddhi | 2-3 | Grammatical error correction |
| Apathit Gadyansh | 2-3 | Comprehension passage |
| Patra Lekhan | 1-2 | Formal/Official letter format |
| Anekarthi Shabd | 1-2 | Words with multiple meanings |
Legal Hindi Terms (Court Specific):
| Hindi Term | English Meaning |
|---|---|
| Vaadi | Plaintiff |
| Prativaadi | Defendant |
| Nyayaadheesh | Judge |
| Adhivakta | Advocate/Lawyer |
| Sthanantaran | Transfer |
| Pramanpatra | Certificate |
| Avedan | Application |
| Shapat Patra | Affidavit |
| Dand | Penalty/Fine |
| Zamanat | Bail |
General English (20 Marks)
| Topic | Expected Questions | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Tenses | 3-4 | All 12 tenses - fill in blanks, error detection |
| Articles & Prepositions | 2-3 | Usage rules, common mistakes |
| Voice & Narration | 2-3 | Active-Passive, Direct-Indirect |
| Vocabulary | 3-4 | Synonyms, Antonyms, One word substitution |
| Comprehension | 3-4 | Passage + questions |
| Spotting Errors | 2-3 | Find grammatical mistakes |
| Fill in the Blanks | 2-3 | Grammar + vocabulary based |
Legal English Terms (Court Specific):
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Plaintiff | Vaadi - jo case file karta hai |
| Defendant | Prativaadi - jiske khilaf case hai |
| Petition | Avedan patra |
| Affidavit | Shapath patra (sworn statement) |
| Adjournment | Case ki agali tareekh |
| Bail | Zamanat |
| Summon | Court ka bulawa |
| Verdict | Faisla/Nirnay |
| Appeal | Uchchtar court mein appeal |
| Jurisdiction | Adhikar kshetra |
General Knowledge (30 Marks) - HIGHEST SECTION
| Topic | Expected Questions | Sub-topics |
|---|---|---|
| Indian History | 6-8 | Ancient, Medieval, Modern India. Freedom struggle. Bihar history. |
| Indian Geography | 5-6 | Physical features, rivers, climate, agriculture. Bihar geography. |
| Indian Polity | 5-6 | Constitution, Parliament, Judiciary (Court system important!). |
| Economy | 3-4 | Basic concepts, banking, government schemes. |
| Bihar GK | 5-6 | Districts, culture, festivals, personalities, schemes. |
| Current Affairs | 5-6 | Last 6 months - national + Bihar specific. |
| Judiciary & Legal GK | 3-4 | Court hierarchy, important judgments, legal awareness. |
Judiciary & Legal Knowledge (Extra Important for Court Jobs!)
| Topic | Key Points |
|---|---|
| Court Hierarchy | Supreme Court - High Court - District Court - Subordinate Courts |
| Patna High Court | Established 1916, one of oldest HCs, jurisdiction over Bihar |
| District Courts | Each district has one, presided by District Judge |
| Types of Courts | Civil Court, Criminal Court, Family Court, Consumer Court |
| Important Articles | Article 124 (SC), 214 (HC), 233 (District Courts) |
| PIL | Public Interest Litigation - any citizen can file |
| Lok Adalat | Alternative dispute resolution, free of cost |
| Legal Aid | Free legal aid under Article 39A, NALSA |
Mathematics (15 Marks)
| Topic | Expected Questions | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Number System | 2-3 | LCM, HCF, fractions, decimals |
| Percentage | 2-3 | Basic calculations, applications |
| Simple & Compound Interest | 2-3 | Formulas, word problems |
| Profit & Loss | 2-3 | CP, SP, profit %, discount |
| Ratio & Proportion | 1-2 | Direct, inverse proportion |
| Time & Work | 1-2 | Efficiency, combined work |
| Average | 1-2 | Mean, basic problems |
| Basic Geometry | 1-2 | Area, perimeter of basic shapes |
Computer Knowledge (15 Marks) - Clerk Specific
Court Clerk ke liye computer knowledge important hai - court records digital ho rahe hain.
| Topic | Expected Questions | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Basics | 3-4 | Hardware, Software, Input/Output devices, generations |
| MS Office | 4-5 | MS Word (formatting, tables), MS Excel (formulas, charts), MS PowerPoint basics |
| Internet | 2-3 | Email, web browser, search engine, URL, HTTP |
| Operating System | 2-3 | Windows basics, file management, folders |
| Computer Shortcuts | 1-2 | Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V, Ctrl+S, Ctrl+Z, etc. |
| Computer Abbreviations | 2-3 | CPU, RAM, ROM, HTML, URL, Wi-Fi, USB, etc. |
Subject-wise Detailed Syllabus - Peon Post
Peon ka syllabus simple hai - Class 8-10 level ka.
Hindi (25 Marks)
| Topic | Expected Questions |
|---|---|
| Sandhi | 3-4 |
| Samas | 3-4 |
| Vilom | 4-5 |
| Paryayvachi | 3-4 |
| Muhavare | 4-5 |
| Vakya Shuddhi | 3-4 |
| Comprehension | 2-3 |
English (15 Marks)
| Topic | Expected Questions |
|---|---|
| Tenses | 3-4 |
| Articles | 2-3 |
| Vocabulary (Synonyms/Antonyms) | 4-5 |
| Fill in Blanks | 2-3 |
| Error Detection | 2-3 |
General Knowledge (35 Marks)
| Topic | Expected Questions |
|---|---|
| Indian History (basics) | 8-10 |
| Geography (India + Bihar) | 6-8 |
| Polity (basics) | 4-5 |
| Current Affairs | 6-8 |
| Bihar GK | 6-8 |
| General awareness | 3-4 |
Mathematics (25 Marks)
| Topic | Expected Questions |
|---|---|
| Number System | 4-5 |
| Percentage | 3-4 |
| Simple Interest | 3-4 |
| Profit & Loss | 3-4 |
| Ratio | 2-3 |
| Average | 2-3 |
| Basic Geometry | 3-4 |
| Simplification | 2-3 |
Scam Alert
WARNING: Court recruitment mein bhi fraud hota hai!
| Scam Type | Warning |
|---|---|
| "Court mein directly setting karwa denge" | FRAUD. Court recruitment transparent hai. |
| "Typing test mein pass karwa denge" | Impossible. Computer-based test hai. |
| "Paper ₹20,000 mein" | 100% fake. Arrest ho sakte ho. |
| Fake recruitment notifications | Sirf patnahighcourt.gov.in ya district court websites pe trust karo. |
| "Agent fee ₹50,000 do, job pakki" | Pure fraud. FIR karo. |
Yaad Rakho: Court job ki recruitment Patna High Court ke through hoti hai - koi bhi agent job nahi dilwa sakta. SkillUPBihar pe Scam Database dekho.
FAQs
Q: Clerk ke liye graduation kis stream se chahiye?
Any stream se graduation chalega - Arts, Science, Commerce, sab eligible hain. BA, BSc, BCom, BCA - koi bhi recognized degree sufficient hai.
Q: Typing test mein kaunsa font use hota hai Hindi mein?
Usually Mangal font ya Unicode Hindi typing hoti hai. Remington layout ya Inscript layout - notification mein specify hota hai. Mangal/Unicode zyada common hai government exams mein.
Q: Peon post ke liye computer knowledge zaroori hai?
Generally nahi - Peon post ke liye computer section nahi hota. But basic computer knowledge rakhna achhi baat hai future promotions ke liye.
Q: Kitne months ki preparation chahiye?
Clerk ke liye 3-4 months (including typing practice). Peon ke liye 2-3 months sufficient hai. Previous papers zaroor solve karo - pattern samajh aata hai.
Q: Age limit kya hai?
Generally 18-37 years (category wise relaxation milti hai). Exact age limit notification pe depend karta hai. Official notification zaroor check karo.
Q: Bihar Civil Court Peon exam mein negative marking hai kya?
Current 2024 recruitment cycle mein negative marking NAHI hai. Galat answer pe 0 marks milenge - koi deduction nahi. Isliye koi bhi question blank mat chhodna. Previous 2022 cycle mein 0.25 marks ki negative marking thi, lekin ab nahi hai. Official notification patnahighcourt.gov.in pe confirm karo.
Q: Civil Court Clerk ka cutoff kitna jaata hai?
Previous year (2022 recruitment, December 2024 exam) ka Prelims cutoff: General - 70/90, EWS - 65/90, BC - 67/90, EBC - 63/90, SC/ST - 57/90. Current cycle ka cutoff vacancy aur difficulty pe depend karega. Prelims sirf screening hai - final merit Mains (90) + Interview (10) = 100 marks pe banti hai.
Q: Civil Court Peon ka selection process kya hai?
Peon ka selection 2 stages mein hota hai: (1) Written Exam - 85 marks, objective MCQ, Hindi, English aur Math subjects se, (2) Interview - 10 marks. Final merit = Written + Interview = 95 marks. Uske baad Document Verification aur Medical hota hai. Koi typing test nahi hai Peon ke liye.
Page Last Updated: 12 February 2026
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