BPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Examination 2026: Official Notification, Pattern, Syllabus & Mock Tests
State legal prosecution examination conducted by BPSC for appointment as Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) representing the State in criminal matters before Magistrate Courts across all 38 districts of Bihar.
Examination Overview
State legal prosecution examination conducted by BPSC for appointment as Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) representing the State in criminal matters before Magistrate Courts across all 38 districts of Bihar.
| Exam Name | BPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Examination |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Exam Level | State |
| Frequency | As per requirement |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Examination |
| Language of Exam | English, Hindi & State Regional Languages |
| Official Website | https://bpsc.bih.nic.in ↗ |
Important Dates & Events
Timeline confirmed from official notices issued by Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC).
| Event / Milestone | Important Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Published on bpsc.bih.nic.in |
| Preliminary Exam | Held in Patna and divisional headquarters |
| Mains Examination | Descriptive law papers in Patna |
| Interview & Final Merit | Conducted at BPSC Office, Patna |
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
1. Preliminary Exam: Paper 1 General Studies (100 marks, 100 Qs) + Paper 2 Law (150 marks, 150 Qs) = 250 marks (2 hours each). 2. Mains Written Exam: General Hindi (100 marks qualifying), General English (100 marks qualifying), Indian Penal Code (150 marks), Indian Evidence Act (150 marks), CrPC (150 marks), and Other Minor Acts (150 marks) = Total 700 marks. 3. Interview: 100 marks.
| Examination Parameter | Scheme Details | Remarks / Evaluation |
|---|---|---|
| Question Format | Multiple Choice Questions (Objective MCQs) | 4 or 5 options per question |
| Evaluation Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR Sheet | Centralized Evaluation System |
| Negative Marking Scheme | Standard 1/3rd or 1/4th negative deduction | Penalized for incorrect responses |
| Language Medium | Bilingual (English & Hindi) + Regional State Languages | Language toggle available in CBT |
| Normalization | Equipercentile or Percentile method across shifts | Multi-shift normalization applied |
Selection Process & Stages
Candidate progression through sequential recruitment tiers:
Preliminary / Tier 1 Examination
Comprehensive objective screening test covering core aptitude, reasoning, general knowledge and language skills.
Mains / Tier 2 / Skill Test
Advanced written assessment or post-specific technical/descriptive examination determining the final merit order.
Document Verification & Medical
Scrutiny of original certificates, category credentials, age proofs and required medical fitness examination.
Eligibility Criteria (Age & Educational Qualification)
Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B 3-year or 5-year integrated) from a recognized University. Age: 21 to 37 years for unreserved male (40 years for BC/EBC & unreserved female, 42 years for SC/ST).
| Parameter | Eligibility Condition | Relaxation Norms |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Criteria | Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B 3-year or 5-year integrated) from a recognized University. Age: 21 to 37 years for unreserved male (40 years for BC/EBC & unreserved female, 42 years for SC/ST). | Recognized Board / University required |
| Age Requirement | As specified in official notification (General Category) | SC/ST: +5 Years | OBC: +3 Years | PwD: +10 Years |
| Citizenship | Citizen of India | Subject of Nepal/Bhutan as per Central/State rules |
| Language Proficiency | Regional / English & Hindi working knowledge | Applicable as per State / National jurisdiction |
Detailed Syllabus by Subject
Indian Penal Code (IPC), Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), Indian Evidence Act, Arms Act, Dowry Prohibition Act, SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act, POCSO Act, Prevention of Corruption Act, NDPS Act, and General Awareness.
📖 General Studies & Current Affairs
- Current National & International Events
- Indian History & Freedom Struggle
- Indian & World Geography
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Indian Polity, Constitution & Governance
- Basic Economic Concepts & Budget Highlights
🔢 Quantitative & Numerical Aptitude
- Simplification, Number System, HCF & LCM
- Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time, Speed & Distance, Time & Work
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar & Pie Charts)
🧩 Reasoning & Mental Ability
- Analogies, Classification & Series Completion
- Coding-Decoding & Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test & Ranking Order
- Syllogisms, Statements & Assumptions
- Non-Verbal Reasoning & Figure Counting
📝 Language Comprehension
- Reading Comprehension Passages
- Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms
- Grammar, Error Spotting & Sentence Correction
- Cloze Test, Idioms & Phrases
- One Word Substitutions & Spelling Check
Preparation Strategy & Cut-Off Trends
Historical scoring benchmarks and safe score targets for BPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Examination based on competitive trends:
| Category | Safe Target Percentage | Preparation Focus | Benchmark Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 75% - 82% | Speed + Negative Control in Reasoning & Quant | 90%+ Accuracy |
| OBC / EWS | 70% - 76% | High Scoring in Current Affairs & Language | 88%+ Accuracy |
| SC / ST | 62% - 70% | Syllabus Coverage & Previous Year Papers | 85%+ Accuracy |
| PwD / Ex-SM | 55% - 65% | Sectional Cut-Off clearance + Accuracy | 82%+ Accuracy |
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