The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has opened online applications for 300 Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) posts under Advertisement No. 13/2026 as part of BPSC APO Recruitment 2026. The registration window started on 27 February 2026 and will close today, 20 March 2026, at 11:59 PM. Candidates who wish to apply for BPSC APO Recruitment 2026 must submit their forms before this deadline.
Key Details at a Glance
- Exam conducting body: Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
- Post name: Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO)
- Total vacancies: 300 posts (all categories combined)
- Advertisement number: Advt. No. 13/2026
- Application fee: Around ₹100 (may vary slightly by category; SC/ST/OBC/EWS may get concessions as per rules)
Educational Qualification
- Must hold a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.
- Should be eligible for advocate / vakil registration as per the concerned Bar Council norms.
Age Limit (as on 01‑08‑2026)
- Minimum age: 21 years
- Maximum age (General / UR male): 37 years
- Relaxations in upper age limit as per government rules for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and female candidates.
Application Timeline
- Application start date: 27 February 2026
- Last date to apply: 20 March 2026 (today), up to 11:59 PM
- Fee payment deadline: Usually same as the last date of application; candidates must complete payment before the cutoff.
How to Apply Online BPSC APO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website
Open BPSC’s main portal:
https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in or the online application gateway
https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in - Find the APO notification
Click on the link for “Advt. No. 13/2026 – Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Recruitment 2026”. - Register or log in
- New candidates: Register with basic details to generate a user ID and password.
- Existing users: Log in with your earlier BPSC credentials.
- Fill the application form
- Enter personal details, contact information, category, address, and other required fields.
- Upload clear scanned copies of your LLB marksheets/degree, photograph, signature, and relevant certificates (caste, disability, etc., if applicable).
- Pay the application fee
Use debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI to pay the fee (around ₹100). Confirm the successful transaction. - Submit and download
- Review the filled form carefully, check the preview, and submit.
- After submission, download and print the confirmation page or application summary for future reference.
Direct Apply Link
Interested candidates can apply directly through the BPSC and BPSC‑online portals:
- Official BPSC site: https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in
- Online application portal: https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in
(Click on the APO / Advt. No. 13/2026 link on the homepage to open the application form.)
Selection Process Overview
BPSC APO 2026 selection is expected to be conducted in multiple stages:
- Preliminary examination (Objective‑type)
- Main / written examination (Descriptive)
- Interview or viva‑voce
- Document verification and, if required, medical test as per Bihar government rules
Exact dates for the exams have not been announced yet; candidates should keep checking the official BPSC website regularly for updates.
FAQ – BPSC APO Recruitment 2026?
What is the last date to apply for BPSC APO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for BPSC APO Recruitment 2026 is 20 March 2026 (today) till 11:59 PM. Candidates must complete both the form submission and fee payment before the deadline to avoid rejection.
How many vacancies are available in BPSC APO 2026?
A total of 300 vacancies have been announced for the post of Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO). These positions are distributed across different categories as per government reservation rules.
What is the eligibility criteria for BPSC APO 2026?
To apply, candidates must have a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university. Additionally, they should be eligible for enrollment as an advocate under Bar Council rules.
What is the age limit for BPSC APO Recruitment 2026?
As per the notification, the minimum age is 21 years, while the maximum age for General (male) candidates is 37 years as on 1 August 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories and female candidates as per Bihar government norms.
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