RPSC APO Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 371 Posts

RPSC has officially released the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Recruitment 2026 notification for 371 vacancies. Apply online by July 7.

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer, has officially released the detailed recruitment notification for the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Examination 2026 (Advt No. 03/EXAM/APO/EP-I/2026–27). Published on May 27, 2026, this highly anticipated legal service notification announces 371 vacancies for Assistant Prosecution Officers (Sahayak Abhiyojan Adhikari) under the Home Department (Prosecution) of the Government of Rajasthan.

The online application window will officially open on June 8, 2026, and eligible law graduates can submit their applications until July 7, 2026. Furthermore, RPSC has fast-tracked the initial phase, proposing the tentative Preliminary examination for September 2, 2026. If you aim to serve as a legal representative for the state in criminal proceedings, here is a comprehensive guide to vacancies, eligibility, exam patterns, and salary structures.

RPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer 2026: Key Overview

Area-Wise Vacancy Distribution

The 371 legislative administrative positions are divided across regional boundaries as follows:

• Non-TSP Area (General Jurisdiction): 355 Posts
• TSP Area (Tribal Sub-Plan Region): 16 Posts

Are You Eligible? Age Limits & Legal Qualifications

Candidates must fulfill specific academic benchmarks and age brackets to clear the initial application profile checks.

1. Educational & Cultural Qualifications

• Law Degree: Must hold a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B. Professional) degree or have completed an Integrated Law Course (such as a 5-Year B.A. LL.B. framework) from a university established by law in India.
• Cultural & Language Familiarity: Working knowledge of Hindi written in the Devanagari script along with mandatory familiarity with Rajasthani dialects and social customs.

2. Age Limit Parameters (Calculated as of January 1, 2027)

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years
• Relaxation Margins (Rajasthan Domicile Only):
  • SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS (Male Candidates): 5 Years (up to 45 years)
  • SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS (Female Candidates): 10 Years (up to 50 years)
  • General Category Female Candidates: 5 Years (up to 45 years)
  • Widows & Divorced Women: No Upper Age Limit (Must be under the retirement threshold).

The Selection Journey & Core Exam Pattern

The selection framework for RPSC APO 2026 consists of a two-stage competitive process.

[Preliminary Exam (Objective MCQ)] ➔ [Main Examination (Descriptive written)] ➔ [Final Merit List]

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Qualifying)

• Format: Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions), carrying 100 marks with an evaluation duration of 2 hours.
• Weightage Split: The paper allocates 70% weightage to Core Law and 30% weightage to Language Proficiency (General Hindi & General English).
• Purpose: Marks scored in the Prelims serve strictly as a screening threshold to filter candidates for the Mains and will not count toward the final selection placement.
• Mandatory OMR Evaluation Rule: Every question features 5 choice bubbles. Darkening an option is compulsory. If you skip a question, you must darken the 5th bubble. Leaving more than 10% of the bubbles entirely blank on your sheet results in automatic disqualification.

Stage 2: Main Examination (Final Selection Merit)

The descriptive written examination determines your final position on the official merit pool. It consists of two standalone sections:

• Paper-I: Law (300 Marks | Duration: 3 Hours): Evaluates thorough analytical knowledge of criminal jurisprudence. Key statutory topics include Substantive Criminal Law, Procedural System Rules, and Law of Evidence, supplemented with minor state acts (such as the SC/ST Act, POCSO Act, Arms Act, and the Rajasthan Excise Act).
• Paper-II: Language (100 Marks | Duration: 3 Hours): Divided equally between General Hindi (50 Marks) and General English (50 Marks), testing precise grammar, comprehension abilities, report formatting, précis layout, and administrative translations.

Pay Matrix Level and Allowances

Upon clearing the document verification following the Main examination results, appointed officers enter the Rajasthan Prosecution Service cadre.

• Pay Scale Band: Enjoys a structured allocation under Pay Matrix Level-11 (L-11).
• Grade Pay equivalent: Grade Pay of ₹4,200/- as per state parameters.
• Probationary Phase: During the mandatory two-year probation system, a fixed monthly stipend will be provided as determined by the state government, followed by full basic pay plus standard admissible allowances (DA, HRA, etc.).

Application Registration Fees via OTR System

The online registration is integrated with Rajasthan’s One-Time Registration (OTR) system. If you have already registered your profile and paid the OTR component in a prior state selection drive, no extra application processing fees apply.

• General / Creamy Layer OBC & MBC / Other State Candidates: ₹600/-
• SC / ST / Non-Creamy OBC & MBC / EWS / PwD Candidates of Rajasthan: ₹400/-

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online via SSO Portal

1. Access the Framework: Navigate to the state electronic architecture hub at sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
2. Open Recruitment Dashboard: Log in using your digital credentials. Go to your active utility applications and select the “Recruitment Portal” icon.
3. Verify One-Time Registration: Select the OTR button. Confirm that your basic biographical criteria (name, father’s name, DOB, and identity records) match your Matriculation certificate exactly. Clear your category fee parameter if processing OTR for the first time.
4. Fill the APO Application: Locate the link labeled “Apply Online for Assistant Prosecution Officer Exam 2026” and initiate the form.
5. Lock Area Preferences: Review the auto-populated layout details from your baseline. Specify your category alignment (Non-TSP/TSP) and fill out your academic law graduation markers.
6. Upload & Finalize: Upload your recent passport-sized color photograph and signature file matching the portal dimensions. Preview the application summary layout carefully to verify that no spelling errors exist before hitting final submit. Securely download and print the generated application layout containing your official Application Number.