The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released the notification for the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Examination 2025. This is a great opportunity for law graduates seeking a government legal role. Below are all the key details you need to know — eligibility, important dates, application process, and tips to succeed.
What’s the Opportunity?
- Post: Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO)
- Number of Vacancies: 182 Posts
- Exam Conducted by: Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 16 September 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 16 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 October 2025 |
| Correction Window (Application/Fee) | Until 24 October 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent from a recognized university.
- Age Limit: Between 21 to 40 years as of 1 July 2025. Relaxation as per UPPSC / government norms for reserved categories.
- Nationality: Indian citizen. (Typical criteria - check the detailed notification for some specifics)
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / OBC / EWS | ₹125 |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen | ₹65 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | ₹25 |
Selection Process
The selection will consist of multiple stages:
- Preliminary Exam — objective type screening test.
- Main Exam — descriptive written papers.
- Interview / Personality Test — final selection stage.
Salary & Pay Scale
- The APO role carries a pay level which places the salary at approximately ₹47,600 (starting) to ₹1,51,100 (higher scale) plus allowances.
- Along with salary, other benefits and perks as per government norms will apply.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step
- Visit the official UPPSC website: uppsc.up.nic.in
- Go to the Notifications / Recruitment Dashboard section.
- Find the link for Assistant Prosecution Officer Examination 2025 (Adv No: A-8/E-1/2025)
- Fill out the One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
- Complete the application form: personal details, educational qualifications, upload documents etc.
- Pay the application fee via the modes available (online).
- Submit the form and download/print confirmation / copy of the application for your records.
Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown
Here is how the 182 vacancies are distributed among categories:
- Unreserved (UR): ~ 27
- Scheduled Caste (SC): ~ 67
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): ~ 9
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): ~ 61
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): ~ 18
Why This is a Good Opportunity
- For law graduates, this post allows you to work in the legal / prosecution system of the state, which offers both responsibility and career growth.
- Government job security, structured pay scale, and prestige associated with a UPPSC-recruited legal officer.
- It can serve as a stepping stone to higher legal/administrative roles.
Preparation Tips
- Understand the exam pattern well: prelims (objective) vs mains (descriptive) vs interview.
- Go through previous years’ question papers for similar APO / legal-prosecution posts to get idea of trends.
- Brush up on core law subjects: Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure Code, Evidence Act, Constitutional Law, etc.
- General Studies / current affairs also can play a important role.
- Time management and answer writing practice will help in mains.
- Keep all documents ready in required format ahead of time (degree certificates, identity proofs etc.).
Things to Watch Out For
- Eligibility criteria carefully — esp age, law degree recognition.
- Do not miss the last date: 16 October 2025 for applications, corrections by 24 October. Late / incomplete applications usually rejected.
- Ensure you follow the document specifications (size, format).
- Read the detailed official notification to check for any special instructions (ex: reservation, medical fitness, etc.).
Important Links :-
Apply Online Link | Click Here |
Check Official Notification | Hindi | English |
UPPSC Official Website | Click Here |
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