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The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has activated the online application portal for Advertisement No. 13/2026 today, February 27, 2026. This drive aims to recruit highly qualified legal professionals for the post of Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO). These officers represent the state in criminal matters and work under the Directorate of Prosecution.
Selection will be conducted through a three-stage rigorous process: a Preliminary Screening Test, a Main (Written) Exam, and a Personality Test (Interview). Candidates appointed will be placed in Pay Level 9 with a basic pay range of ₹53,100 – ₹1,67,800, along with Bihar government allowances.
Bihar APO 2026: Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 13/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) |
| Total Vacancies | 300 (99 Reserved for Women) |
| Pay Level | Level 9 (₹53,100 – ₹1,67,800) |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Official Website | bpsc.bih.nic.in |
1. Important Dates & Application Fee
The registration link is currently live. Candidates must complete both the registration and fee payment within the given window.
- Notification Release Date: February 25, 2026
- Online Application Starts: February 27, 2026
- Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: March 20, 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Prelims Exam Date (Tentative): July 15, 2026
- Admit Card Release: 10–15 days before the exam.
Application Fees:
- General / OBC / Other State Candidates: ₹100/-
- SC / ST / Women of Bihar / PwD: ₹100/-
- Biometric Fee (Only if Aadhaar is not provided): Additional ₹200/-
2. Eligibility Criteria (as of 01.08.2026)
A. Educational Qualification
- Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) (either 3-year or 5-year integrated course) from a university recognized by the Bar Council of India.
- Candidates must be eligible to be registered as an advocate to practice in court.
B. Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years.
- Maximum Age (UR Male): 37 Years.
- Maximum Age (UR Female, BC/EBC Male & Female): 40 Years.
- Maximum Age (SC/ST Male & Female): 42 Years.
3. Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Total Posts | Reserved for Women (35%) |
| Unreserved (UR) | 129 | 41 |
| EWS | 29 | 10 |
| SC | 42 | 15 |
| ST | 07 | 02 |
| EBC | 64 | 22 |
| OBC | 25 | 09 |
| OBC (Women) | 04 | — |
| Total | 300 | 99 |
4. Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Stage 1: Preliminary Exam (Objective – 200 Marks)
- Paper I: General Studies (100 Marks): General Science, Current Affairs (National/International), History of India & Bihar, Geography, and Indian Political System.
- Paper II: Law (100 Marks): Fundamental knowledge of the Constitution of India, IPC/BNS, Evidence Act/BSA, and CrPC/BNSS.
- Negative Marking: 1/4th (0.25) mark per wrong answer.
Stage 2: Main Exam (Written Descriptive – 900 Marks)
Includes 7 papers: General Studies (100), Hindi (100), English (100), and core legal papers including IPC, Evidence Act, CrPC, and Other Special Laws (Arms Act, POCSO, etc.).
Stage 3: Interview (100 Marks)
Testing legal aptitude, personality, and communication skills.
5. Important Links for Candidates
| Resource Description | Official Links / Action |
| BPSC APO Apply Online | Login & OTR Portal |
| Download Official Notification | Download Advertisement 13/2026 |
| BPSC Official Website | bpsc.bih.nic.in |
Official Notification Disclaimer:
This post serves as an informative guide based on the latest BPSC notification. Candidates are strictly advised to download the official Advt No. 13/2026 PDF from the BPSC website to verify eligibility relaxations and medical standards before submitting their final application.
