BPSC Launches Major Recruitment Drive for 300 Assistant Prosecution Officers
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially commenced the highly anticipated online application process for the recruitment of Assistant Prosecution Officers (APO) for the year 2026. This significant recruitment initiative aims to fill a substantial 300 vacancies within the Prosecution Directorate, which operates under the administrative control of the Home Department, Government of Bihar.
The official notification, bearing Advertisement No. 13/2026, was formally released on February 25, 2026. Subsequently, the dedicated application portal was activated, allowing eligible candidates to begin their submissions starting February 27, 2026. All prospective applicants are strongly urged to meticulously review the comprehensive official notification available on the commission's website before proceeding to ensure accuracy and compliance with all stipulated requirements.
Critical Dates and Comprehensive Vacancy Breakdown
The application window is strictly defined and will remain accessible for candidates until March 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM. It is imperative that candidates complete both the online form submission and the requisite fee payment within this timeframe. Looking ahead, the preliminary examination is tentatively scheduled for July 15, 2026. Admit cards for this examination are projected to be issued approximately 10 to 15 days prior to the exam date.
Regarding the vacancies, the commission has announced a total of 300 posts for Assistant Prosecution Officers. The reservation policy will be implemented in strict adherence to the prevailing rules and regulations of the Bihar government. Notably, approximately 35 percent of these positions are reserved horizontally for women candidates. For a detailed, category-wise distribution of vacancies, candidates must refer to the official notification document.
Detailed Eligibility Criteria and Age Limit Specifications
The fundamental educational qualification mandates that candidates possess a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a university recognized by the appropriate authorities. Both the traditional three-year LLB program and the integrated five-year law course are considered valid for this recruitment.
The age criteria are as follows:
- Minimum Age: 21 years.
- Upper Age Limit for Unreserved Male Candidates: 37 years.
- Upper Age Limit for Unreserved Female, BC, and EBC Candidates: 40 years.
- Upper Age Limit for SC and ST Candidates: 42 years.
Applicable age relaxation will be granted according to the rules established by the state government. Candidates must ensure they meet all conditions detailed in the official notification.
Step-by-Step Guide to the Online Application Process
Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the BPSC APO Recruitment 2026 by following this detailed procedure:
- Visit the official BPSC website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Locate and click on the specific link for "Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Recruitment 2026 – Advertisement No. 13/2026".
- If you are a new user, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic details like name, date of birth, mobile number, and a valid email ID.
- Log in to the portal using the registration credentials created during OTR.
- Carefully fill out the comprehensive online application form with accurate personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload clear, scanned copies of all required documents, along with a recent photograph and your signature in the specified format and size.
- Proceed to pay the application fee of Rs. 100 using any of the available online payment methods such as debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
- Thoroughly review all entered information and uploaded documents for any errors before final submission.
- Upon successful submission, download and print the confirmation page for your personal records and future reference.
The entire application process must be conclusively finalized before the deadline of March 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM. No applications will be accepted beyond this cut-off time.
