RPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) 2026
Job Description
Overview / Description
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) invites online applications for the recruitment of Assistant Prosecution Officers (APO). This is a state-level judicial/law officer position under the prosecution department, Government of Rajasthan.
Key Eligibility (Inferred from Notification)
Must meet age, educational, and category criteria as per Rajasthan service rules.
Candidates from other states will be treated under the General category for fee and reservation purposes.
Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Exam Pattern Overview
⚠️ Key Update for 2026: The syllabus now includes the three new criminal laws alongside the older codes. You must study both.
BNS (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita) replaces IPC
BNSS (Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita) replaces CrPC
BSA (Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam) replaces Evidence Act
1. RPSC APO Preliminary Exam Pattern (Qualifying)
The Prelims is a screening test. Your marks here are NOT counted for the final rank, but you must qualify to move to the Mains.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Law | 70 | 70 | 2 Hours |
| B | Language Proficiency (General Hindi + English) | 30 (15 each) | 30 | (Included above) |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Qualifying Marks: Generally 40% for General/OBC, 35% for SC/ST (refer to official notification for exact rates).
Special OMR Rule: If you do not attempt a question, you must darken option '5' . Leaving it blank results in a 1/3 mark deduction. Leaving >10% questions blank leads to disqualification.
2. RPSC APO Main Exam Pattern (Merit-Deciding)
The Mains determines your selection. The total marks (400) are used to prepare the final merit list.
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Law (Substantive & Procedural) | 300 | 3 Hours |
| Paper II | General Hindi & General English | 100 (50+50) | 2 Hours |
| Total | 400 |
Minimum Marks: Candidates must typically score at least 40% in each paper to qualify (5% relaxation for SC/ST usually).
3. Detailed Syllabus
Paper I: Law (300 marks)
Lists of Acts to be studied:
New Criminal Laws (High Priority) : Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023, Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) 2023.
Old Criminal Laws (Core Concepts) : Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860, Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) 1973, Indian Evidence Act 1872.
Special & Local Laws:
Paper II: Language (100 marks)
Focus areas for the descriptive exam:
General Hindi (50 marks) : Grammar (Sandhi, Samas), Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms), Sentence Correction, Precis Writing, Official Letter Writing/Notifications.
General English (50 marks) : Tenses, Voice, Narration, Prepositions, One-word Substitution, Comprehension of Passages, Precis Writing, Letter/Report Writing.
💡 Preparation Tips
Prioritize the "New" Trio: Since BNS, BNSS, and BSA are recent additions, examiners tend to focus heavily on them. Compare the old sections with the new ones.
Practice Answer Writing: For the Mains, simply knowing the law is not enough. Practice writing descriptive answers within a time limit. Focus on structure, legal reasoning, and clarity.
Master the OMR Rules: In the Prelims, practice the habit of filling option 5 for questions you skip to avoid the 1/3 negative marking penalty.
Educational Qualification
Educational Qualification
📘 Not explicitly mentioned in the NOTIFICATION.
However, based on the post name (Assistant Prosecution Officer) and standard RPSC rules for similar notifications, candidates are generally required to have:
A Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university.
Often, enrollment as an advocate with the Bar Council is required.
✅ Suggestion: Check the official RPSC website or the complete notification for the exact degree and percentage requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
📌 Partially mentioned / inferred from the uploaded document:
Category / Reservation:
SC/ST/OBC/EBC/PwD candidates from Rajasthan state only are eligible for reserved category benefits.
Candidates from other states are treated as General category candidates.
Character Certificate (Clause 13, Page 7):
Must have a character certificate from the last educational institution with at least "Good" mentioned.
Police Verification (Clause 14, Page 7):
No criminal record that would prevent appointment in state services.
Medical Fitness (Clause 15, Page 7):
Must produce a medical certificate confirming fitness for state service.
In-Service Candidates (Clause 16, Page 7):
Already in government service must submit No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer.
Category-wise Vacancies
Post-wise Vacancies
Application Fee
Clearly mentioned (Page 4 – One Time Registration Fee):
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General / BC (Creamy Layer) / EBC (Creamy Layer) | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / EBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / Saharia Tribe | ₹400 |
| Divyangjan (PwD) | ₹400 |
Important Fee Notes:
Candidates from other states (including SC/ST/OBC) pay General category fee (₹600).
Correction fee after submission: ₹500 per modification.
OTR unblock fee after 2 absences in a financial year:
1st unblock: ₹750
2nd unblock (same year): ₹1500
Age Limit
⏳ Not explicitly mentioned in the NOTIFICATION.
For RPSC APO posts, the typical age limit is:
Minimum: 21 years
Maximum: 40 years (relaxation for reserved categories as per Rajasthan government rules)
✅ Suggestion: Verify from the official notification PDF (complete version) on RPSC website.
Important Dates
From the uploaded document:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Posted Date | 07-06-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07-07-2026 |
| Exam Date | Not mentioned (to be notified by RPSC) |
| Correction window | Not specified (but fee ₹500 per correction) |
| Scribe request deadline | At least 1–2 days before exam |
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