Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO)
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the Admit Card for the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Preliminary Exam 2026 under Advt No. 13/2026. The Pre exam is on 15 July 2026 for 300 posts. Log in with your registration number to download your hall ticket, and use the official notice PDF above for the exam schedule.
| Application Start Date | 27 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 06 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 15 July 2026 |
| All Categories (General / EWS / BC / EBC / SC / ST / Female) | Rs 100 |
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- 6 Jul 2026 Admit card notice published
BPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Admit Card 2026 — Overview
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the admit card (hall ticket) for the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Preliminary Examination 2026. This recruitment is under Advertisement Number 13/2026 for 300 posts. The Preliminary exam is scheduled for 15 July 2026. Every candidate who applied online must download and carry this admit card to the exam centre.
An Assistant Prosecution Officer works under the Prosecution Directorate of the Home Department, Government of Bihar. The officer presents government cases in court. The selection has three stages: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview. The Preliminary Exam is only a screening test — its marks are not added to the final merit.
BPSC APO 2026 — Key Details
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) |
| Advertisement Number | 13/2026 |
| Total Posts | 300 |
| Current Stage | Preliminary Exam Admit Card |
| Pre Exam Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Pay Level | Pay Level-9 (Rs 53,100 – Rs 1,67,800) |
Vacancy Details
There are 300 Assistant Prosecution Officer posts in total. The category-wise split is given below.
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 129 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 29 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 64 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 25 |
| Backward Class — Female | 04 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 07 |
| Total | 300 |
Eligibility
Education: You must hold a Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree — a 3-year or 5-year law course — from any recognised university in India.
Age (as on 01 August 2026): The minimum age is 21 years. The maximum age depends on your category, as shown below.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) Male | 37 years |
| UR Female, and BC / EBC (Male & Female) | 40 years |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 42 years |
Age relaxation is given as per Bihar government rules. Always read the official notification for the exact rule that applies to you.
Pay Scale
The post carries Pay Level-9 of the 7th Pay Commission. The pay band is Rs 53,100 to Rs 1,67,800 per month, plus the usual allowances (such as Dearness Allowance and House Rent Allowance) as fixed by the Bihar government. The exact in-hand salary depends on the posting and current allowance rates, so refer the official notice for the final figure.
How to Download the BPSC APO Admit Card 2026
The admit card is available on the official BPSC candidate portal. Follow these simple steps:
- Open the official BPSC candidate login link given in the Important Links table above.
- Enter your Registration Number / User ID and your password or date of birth.
- Log in and open the APO Preliminary Exam 2026 admit card section.
- Check your name, photo, roll number, exam date, reporting time, and exam centre.
- Download the admit card and take a clear printout on A4 paper.
For the full exam programme, you can also download the official Exam Schedule Notice PDF from the links above — it is our fast copy of the official BPSC document, useful when the government server is busy. The personal admit card, however, opens only after you log in on the official portal, because it is linked to your account.
What to Carry to the Exam Centre
- A printed copy of the BPSC APO admit card.
- One valid original photo ID — such as Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving Licence, or Passport.
- Recent passport-size photographs, if the admit card asks for them.
Reach the exam centre well before the reporting time printed on your admit card. Entry is not allowed without a valid admit card and a photo ID.
Important Points to Check
After downloading, check every detail on your admit card carefully — name spelling, photo, category, exam date, shift time, and centre address. If you find any mistake, contact the Bihar Public Service Commission at once through the official contact given on their website. Keep the admit card safe until the full selection process is over.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When is the BPSC APO Preliminary Exam 2026?
The BPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Preliminary Exam is scheduled for 15 July 2026. Check your admit card for the exact shift time and centre.
How do I download my BPSC APO admit card?
Open the official BPSC candidate login link in the Important Links table, enter your registration number and password or date of birth, and download the APO 2026 admit card. Take a printout for the exam.
How many posts are there in BPSC APO 2026?
There are 300 Assistant Prosecution Officer posts under Advertisement Number 13/2026.
What is the pay scale for BPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer?
The post is in Pay Level-9 of the 7th Pay Commission, with a pay band of Rs 53,100 to Rs 1,67,800 per month plus allowances.
What documents should I carry to the exam centre?
Carry a printed copy of your admit card and one original valid photo ID such as Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Passport. Entry is not allowed without both.
What is the education qualification for BPSC APO 2026?
You must have a Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree — a 3-year or 5-year course — from a recognised university in India.