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The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has recently unveiled its latest recruitment notification for the position of Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) for the year 2026. This is a premier opportunity for law graduates to secure a prestigious Level-9 government position within the Bihar Home Department.
Below is a comprehensive guide to the BPSC APO Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 13/2026), covering everything from vacancy details to the new examination pattern.
BPSC APO 2026: Recruitment Highlights
✅ Organization - Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
✅ Post Name - Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO)
✅ Total Vacancies - 300 Posts
✅ Pay Level Level 9 - (₹53,100 – ₹1,67,800)
✅ Job Location - Bihar
Important Dates to Remember
Mark your calendars with these critical dates to ensure you don't miss out on the application window:
- Official Notification Release: February 25, 2026
- Online Application Starts: February 27, 2026
- Closing Date for Application: March 20, 2026
- Prelims Exam Date (Tentative): July 15, 2026
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
The commission has announced a total of 300 vacancies. Notably, 99 posts are horizontally reserved for women across all categories.
- Unreserved (UR) - 129
- EWS - 29
- SC - 42
- ST - 07
- EBC - 64
- BC - 25
- BC Women - 04
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) (3-year or 5-year integrated) from a BCI-recognized university.
While advocate registration is expected, no prior courtroom experience is required for this role.
Age Limit (As of August 1, 2026)
- Minimum: 21 Years
- Maximum (UR Male): 37 Years
- Maximum (UR Female, BC/EBC): 40 Years
- Maximum (SC/ST): 42 Years
New Exam Pattern & Selection Process
The selection process is rigorous and involves three distinct phases. Crucially, the 2026 cycle introduces the new criminal laws.
Phase 1: Preliminary Exam (Objective)
- The Prelims consist of two objective papers totaling 250 marks.
- Paper I: General Studies (100 Marks)
- Paper II: Law (150 Marks) — Focuses on Constitutional law and the new criminal codes.
- Negative marking of 0.25 applies for every wrong answer.
Phase 2: Main Examination (Written)
The Mains is descriptive and includes eight papers. Significant updates include:
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023 (Replacing IPC)
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 (Replacing CrPC)
- Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023 (Replacing Evidence Act)
- Other Laws: POCSO Act, Arms Act, SC/ST Act, etc.
Phase 3: Interview
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official BPSC portal: onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user.
- Log in and select the link for "Assistant Prosecution Officer (Advt. No. 13/2026)".
- Upload your scanned photo, signature, and educational certificates.
- Pay the application fee (₹100 for all categories; an additional ₹200 biometric fee may apply if Aadhaar is not linked).
- Submit and print your application for future reference.
