RPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer 2026 Notification: 371 Vacancies, Eligibility & Exam Pattern
Bahut shaandar mauka hai law graduates! The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released its much-awaited Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Recruitment 2026 notification. A total of 371 vacancies are open across Non-TSP (355 posts) and TSP/Scheduled Area (15 posts) for the Rajasthan Abhiyojan Adhinasth Seva under the Home Department. Selected APOs join in Pay Matrix Level 11 (Rs 35,400 – Rs 1,12,400) — a Group-B state government legal post with strong promotion prospects.
Online registration opens on 8 June 2026 and closes on 7 July 2026 (midnight). The Main Written Examination will be conducted after a screening Preliminary Exam. If you hold an LL.B. (Professional) or Integrated Law degree with working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script and Rajasthani culture/dialects, you are eligible. Age must be 21-40 years as on 01/01/2027 with standard Rajasthan-specific relaxations. This article covers every detail — category-wise vacancies, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus and fee structure. Read carefully and apply on time. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for daily Rajasthan government jobs.
Key Highlights — RPSC APO Recruitment 2026
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission is the state’s premier recruiting body for gazetted civil-services posts. The Assistant Prosecution Officer cadre handles prosecution of criminal cases on behalf of the Rajasthan Government and is a key part of the state’s criminal justice system.
- Post Name: Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO)
- Total Vacancies: 371 (Non-TSP 355 + TSP 15)
- Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level 11 (Rs 35,400 – Rs 1,12,400) with Grade Pay Rs 4,200
- Job Location: Rajasthan (state-wide cadre)
- Application Mode: Online via SSO Rajasthan portal
- Last Date to Apply: 7 July 2026 (midnight)
Vacancy Breakdown — RPSC APO Recruitment 2026
| Area | Total Posts | Major Reservation |
|---|---|---|
| Non-TSP (Non-Scheduled Area) | 355 | UR 156, OBC 76, SC 42, EWS 35, ST 29, MBC 17 |
| TSP (Scheduled Area) | 15 | ST 11, UR 4, SC 1 (TSP residents only) |
| Total | 371 | All Categories Combined |
Horizontal reservation includes Women (within own category), Ex-Servicemen, Outstanding Sportspersons and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). The TSP-area posts are reserved for bonafide TSP residents only.
Eligibility Criteria — RPSC APO Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
You must hold ALL of the following:
- Degree in Law (Professional) OR Integrated Law Course from a University established by law in India
- Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari Script
- Knowledge of Rajasthani dialects and social customs of Rajasthan
The Hindi-Devanagari and Rajasthani-culture requirements are mandatory — these are essential qualifications, not desirable. Bar Council enrollment is NOT explicitly listed as mandatory. See more such openings on our law & judicial jobs page.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years (as on 01/01/2027)
Rajasthan-specific age relaxation:
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Male — SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS of Rajasthan | 45 years (+5) |
| Women — General Category | 45 years (+5) |
| Women — SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS of Rajasthan | 50 years (+10) |
| Widow / Divorced Women | No upper age limit |
| PwBD | 45 years (+5) |
| Ex-Servicemen (per Rajasthan Civil Services Absorption Rules 1988) | 55 years (with conditions) |
Important: Candidates from outside Rajasthan in SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS will be treated as General Category — only Rajasthan bonafide residents enjoy state reservation benefits.
What is the Salary for RPSC APO 2026?
The Assistant Prosecution Officer joins in the Rajasthan Civil Services pay structure.
- Pay Matrix Level: L-11 (per Rajasthan 7th Pay Commission)
- Grade Pay: Rs 4,200
- Basic Pay Band: Rs 35,400 – Rs 1,12,400
- Allowances: DA, HRA, TA, Medical and other Rajasthan State Government allowances (admissible after probation)
- During Probation: Fix Pay only as per State Government rules
Combined with allowances, gross monthly emoluments for a fresh APO after probation work out to approximately Rs 55,000 – Rs 70,000 depending on posting city, making this one of Rajasthan’s most attractive entry-level legal services posts.
Apart from salary, APOs enjoy job security, NPS, leave encashment, LTC, and structured promotion to Public Prosecutor and senior cadres.
What is the Selection Process for RPSC APO 2026?
Selection follows a clear five-stage process:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective) — Screening only, marks NOT counted in final selection
- Main Examination (Written, Descriptive) — Two compulsory papers
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Character / Police Verification
There is no interview in this recruitment — selection is purely on the Main Written Exam merit.
Preliminary Examination
- Type: Objective (MCQ)
- Weightage: 70% Law + 30% Language proficiency (Hindi & English)
- Purpose: Screening only — marks not added to final selection
- Qualifying Marks: 40% minimum in each paper (5% relaxation for SC/ST)
Main Examination
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Law (3 Hours) | 300 |
| Paper-II | General Hindi + English (2 Hours) | 100 |
Answer-sheet rules: 5 options per question (option 5 = unattempted). Negative marking 1/3 for leaving question blank. Use BLUE BALL POINT PEN only. Candidates leaving more than 10% questions blank will be disqualified.
Paper-I Syllabus covers BNS (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023), BSA (Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023), BNSS (Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023), the old IPC/CrPC/Evidence Act, SC/ST Atrocities Act, POCSO Act 2012, Juvenile Justice Act 2015, Probation of Offenders Act, Arms Act 1959, Rajasthan Excise Act 1950, and Rajasthan UFM Acts 1992 & 2022. Browse our preparation strategy page for prep tips.
How to Apply Online for RPSC APO 2026?
Application is strictly online via the SSO Rajasthan portal. Keep ready: Aadhaar/Jan Aadhaar, educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), EWS certificate (must be issued on or after 01/04/2026), Ex-Servicemen/PwBD certificates, photo, signature, and thumb impression.
- Visit the official RPSC website and read all instructions carefully (link in Essential Links below)
- Click “Apply Online” — you will be redirected to the SSO Rajasthan portal
- Login via SSO Rajasthan, navigate to “Citizen Apps (G2C)” → “Recruitment Portal” → “One Time Registration (OTR)”
- Complete OTR with Live Photo, Aadhaar/Jan Aadhaar, eKYC (mandatory)
- Fill the detailed online application form with personal, educational, category and preference details
- Upload photo, signature, thumb impression and category certificates in prescribed formats
- Pay the application fee online (Internet Banking / UPI / Credit Card / Debit Card)
- Preview the application (mandatory) and submit before the deadline; take a printout of the application number
Important Dates — RPSC APO Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 27 May 2026 |
| Online Registration Start | 8 June 2026 |
| Online Registration End | 7 July 2026 (midnight) |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 January 2027 |
| Exam Date | To be announced separately |
Application Fees — RPSC APO Recruitment 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC-CL / MBC-CL | Rs 600 |
| SC / ST / OBC-NCL / MBC-NCL / EWS / Sahariya | Rs 400 |
| Persons with Disability (PwBD) | Rs 400 |
Application correction fee: Rs 500 (within the 10-day correction window after closing). Payment mode: Online only via SSO Rajasthan / Recruitment Portal. Non-Rajasthan reserved-category candidates must pay General-category fee (Rs 600).
Essential Links — RPSC APO Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online via SSO Rajasthan
- Visit RPSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Rajasthan Govt Jobs
Dear law graduates, 371 RPSC APO posts in Pay Level 11 with no-interview selection is a once-in-a-cycle opportunity for any LL.B. holder eyeing the Rajasthan criminal justice system. With the 7 July 2026 (midnight) online deadline, start your SSO Rajasthan OTR today if you haven’t already, and begin Paper-I prep on the new BNS/BSA/BNSS along with the classical IPC/CrPC/Evidence syllabus. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for daily Rajasthan government jobs and exam-related updates.