RPSC APO Recruitment 2026: 371 Assistant Prosecution Officer Vacancies
Rajasthan Public Service Commission has released 371 vacancies for Assistant Prosecution Officer under the Home Department. Apply online from 8 June to 7 July 2026.
⚡ Applications open 8 June 2026 — don't wait till the last week. The RPSC portal tends to slow down near deadline. Apply early and keep your confirmation printout safe.
📋 RPSC APO 2026 — Recruitment Overview
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer, has officially released Advertisement No. 03/EXAM/APO/EP-I/2026-27, dated 27 May 2026, for the recruitment of 371 Assistant Prosecution Officers (APOs). These posts fall under the Rajasthan Prosecution Subordinate Service, 1978, within the Home Department (Prosecution).
This is a significant recruitment drive — 371 vacancies is one of the largest APO intakes in Rajasthan in recent years. For law graduates seeking a stable government career with courtroom exposure, this is a strong opportunity.
| RPSC APO 2026 — At a Glance | |
| Organisation | Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer |
| Advertisement No. | 03/EXAM/APO/EP-I/2026-27 |
| Post Name | Assistant Prosecution Officer (Sahayak Abhiyojan Adhikari) |
| Department | Home Department (Prosecution), Rajasthan |
| Total Vacancies | 371 |
| Qualification | Degree in Law |
| Selection Process | Prelims (Qualifying) → Mains (Merit) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level L-11 |
| Official Website | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 27 May 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 8 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 July 2026 (midnight) |
| Age Calculated As On | 1 January 2027 |
| Prelims Exam Date | To Be Notified (TBN) |
The exam date has not been announced yet. RPSC will notify it separately on their official website.
👥 Vacancy Breakdown
The 371 vacancies are distributed between Non-Scheduled Area and Scheduled Area posts, with a category-wise reservation as per Rajasthan government norms.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Non-Scheduled Area (NON SA) | 355 |
| Scheduled Area (SA) | 15 |
| Additional | 1 |
| Total | 371 |
💡 Category-wise reservation (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) within each area will follow Rajasthan government reservation rules. Check the official notification PDF for the detailed breakup.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold:
- Degree in Law (Professional) from a university established by law in India, OR
- An Integrated Law Course (e.g., 5-year BA LLB, BBA LLB) from a recognised university
Additional Requirements
- Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devnagri script
- Knowledge of Rajasthani culture and dialects/social customs
This means fresh LLB graduates can apply — there is no mandatory bar enrollment or practice experience requirement mentioned in the notification.
🎂 Age Limit & Relaxation
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 40 years |
| Age Calculated As On | 1 January 2027 |
| Date of Birth Range | 2 Jan 1987 to 1 Jan 2006 (inclusive) |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Rajasthan Government rules for reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, PwD, EWS, women, etc.). Check the official notification for the exact relaxation years for each category.
📝 Exam Pattern
The selection process has two stages: a qualifying Preliminary Examination and a merit-based Main Examination. There is no interview round.
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Qualifying Only)
The Prelims is a screening test — its marks are NOT counted in the final merit. You simply need to clear the cutoff to reach Mains.
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Law | 70 |
| General Hindi & General English | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
Objective type (MCQs). Negative marking applies — ⅓ mark deducted per wrong answer.
Stage 2: Main Examination (Merit-Based)
Mains marks are the sole basis for your final rank. It consists of two papers:
| Paper | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Law Paper | 300 | 3 hours |
| Language Paper (Hindi 50 + English 50) | 100 | 2 hours |
| Total | 400 | 5 hours |
The Main Examination is descriptive/written — not objective type. No negative marking in Mains.
📚 Syllabus Highlights
The RPSC APO syllabus is law-focused. Here are the key subjects you need to prepare:
Law Paper (Prelims + Mains)
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) — replaces IPC from 1 July 2024
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) — replaces CrPC
- Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) — replaces Indian Evidence Act
- Constitution of India (fundamental rights, directive principles, judicial review)
- Special & Local Laws (SC/ST Act, POCSO, NDPS, Prevention of Corruption Act)
- Rajasthan-specific laws and rules
Language Paper (Mains)
- General Hindi (50 marks): Grammar, comprehension, essay, precis writing
- General English (50 marks): Grammar, comprehension, essay, letter writing
🔑 Key change for 2026: The new criminal laws (BNS, BNSS, BSA) that replaced IPC, CrPC, and Indian Evidence Act from 1 July 2024 are now part of the syllabus. Focus on these — many candidates still prepare from old law textbooks.
💰 Salary & Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be placed at Pay Matrix Level L-11 (Grade Pay ₹4,200) as per Rajasthan State Government norms. A fixed pay may apply during the initial probation period as per rules.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level L-11 (Rajasthan Pay Matrix) |
| Grade Pay | ₹4,200 |
| Additional Benefits | DA, HRA, Travel Allowance, Medical, Pension |
| Career Growth | Promotion to Senior Prosecution Officer and above |
Beyond salary, APOs get courtroom exposure and a respected position in the state's legal framework. Career progression leads to senior prosecution roles at the district and state level.
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / BC / EBC (Creamy Layer) / Other State | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / BC / EBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / PwD / EWS | ₹400 |
Payment via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. No fee refund once paid.
📱 How to Apply — Step by Step
Go to rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in and click on "Apply Online" for APO Recruitment 2026.
If you are a new user, register with your mobile number and email. Existing users can log in with SSO ID.
Enter personal details, educational qualifications, and category information carefully.
Upload your recent passport-size photo, signature, and other required documents in the specified format.
Pay ₹600 (General) or ₹400 (Reserved) via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Review your form, submit it, and download/print the confirmation page for your records.
🎯 Preparation Tips
BNS, BNSS, and BSA are central to the syllabus. Most competition will be between candidates who actually studied the new laws vs those still relying on IPC/CrPC notes.
Read the original text of key laws — BNS, BNSS, BSA, Constitution, POCSO, NDPS. Bare Acts are the most reliable source for MCQs in Prelims and answers in Mains.
The Law Paper (300 marks) is descriptive. Practice writing structured legal answers with case citations and section references. Time yourself to 3 hours.
Hindi and English together carry 100 marks in Mains — a quarter of your total score. Strong essay and precis writing can be a rank booster.
Check RPSC's official website for past APO question papers. The pattern tends to repeat in terms of topic weightage.