RPSC RAS Recruitment 2026- Apply Online for 607 Lucrative State & Subordinate Vacancies (Advt No. 02/2026-27)
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC)
š Rajasthan
Application Started
03 July 2026
Age
21-37 Years
Min Qualification
Graduation
Location
Bihar
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially released the notification for the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 300 vacancies within the Home Department (Directorate of Prosecution) of Bihar.
Becoming an APO is a significant opportunity to serve the justice system directly. As an officer under Pay Level-9, you will enjoy both social respect and a competitive salary package. This role is perfect for dedicated law professionals who want to contribute to the legal framework of Bihar while securing a stable "Sarkari" job.
Degree: You must hold a Law Graduate (L.L.B) degree from a recognized university.
Eligibility: The degree must be sufficient for registration as an advocate in the court.
Biometric Fee: ā¹200 (Only for those who do not provide an Aadhaar Number).
All Candidates: ā¹100 (Standard examination fee).
Note: Additional bank charges may apply during online payment.
Category | Total Posts | Women (35% Reservation) |
Unreserved (UR) | 129 | 41 |
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 29 | 10 |
Scheduled Caste (SC) | 42 | 15 |
Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 07 | 02 |
Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 64 | 22 |
Backward Class (BC) | 25 | 09 |
Backward Class Ladies (BCL) | 04 | 00 |
Total | 300 | 99 |
Special Category Vacancies:
Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters: 06 seats.
Divyangjan (PWD): 12 seats (3 per sub-category).
Ensure you have the following ready (scanned and original):
Matriculation Certificate (for age proof).
Law Degree & Marksheets.
Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable).
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for BC/EBC).
EWS Income & Asset Certificate.
Domicile Certificate (to claim Bihar reservation).
Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar preferred).
4 Passport size photos and Scanned Signatures (Hindi & English).
Registration (OTR): Visit the BPSC Online Portal and complete the One Time Registration (OTR).
Login: Use your registered Mobile Number/Email and Password to log in.
Profile Creation: Fill in personal details, address, and educational qualifications (10th, 12th, Law Degree) .
Upload Media: Capture a live photo via webcam and upload scanned signatures in both Hindi and English.
Submit Application: Go to "Active Advertisements," select the APO post, and check eligibility criteria.
Pay Fee: Complete the payment online via Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card.
Print Confirmation: Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
The selection is based on a three-stage competitive process:
Preliminary Exam (Objective): Screening test consisting of General Studies and Law.
Mains Exam (Descriptive): Written examination with 8 papers.
Interview: Personality test carrying 100 marks.
What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The last date is March 20, 2026.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Ans: Yes, Indian citizens can apply, but reservation benefits are only for Bihar permanent residents.
Is there a negative marking in the Prelims?
Ans: The notification mentions objective questions but does not explicitly detail a negative marking penalty.
Is the Law degree mandatory?
Ans: Yes, a Bachelor of Laws (L.L.B) is the minimum requirement.
Are the new criminal laws (BNS, BNSS, BSA) included?
Ans: Yes, the syllabus has been updated to include BNS 2023, BNSS 2023, and BSA 2023.
Do I need to send a hard copy to the BPSC office?
Ans: No, do not send any documents by post. Keep them for the interview.
What is the salary for a BPSC APO?
Ans: The post is under Pay Level-9.
How many attempts are allowed for Bihar Govt employees?
Ans: Bihar Government employees are allowed a maximum of 5 attempts.
What happens if I don't have an Aadhaar card?
Ans: You can still apply, but you must pay an additional ā¹200 Biometric Fee.
Is the Hindi/English paper score added to the final merit?
Ans: No, these are qualifying papers only; marks are not added to the final merit list.