The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released the RPSC APO Recruitment 2026 for a total of 371 Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) posts. Candidates possessing a law degree and working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script can apply online from 08‑06‑2026 to 07‑07‑2026. The selection will be through a Preliminary (objective) exam followed by a Main (written) exam.
| Detail |
Info |
| Post |
Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) |
| Organization |
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer |
| Total Vacancies |
371 (NON SA – 355, SA – 15, Additional – 1) |
| Pay Scale |
Pay Matrix Level L‑11 (Grade Pay Rs. 4,200/-); Fixed monthly pay as per State Government norms |
| Application Mode |
Online only (via SSO Portal + RPSC website) |
| Selection Mode |
Preliminary Examination (Objective) + Main Examination (Written) |
| Application Start Date |
08‑06‑2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
07‑07‑2026 (midnight 12:00) |
| Age Calculated As On |
01‑01‑2027 |
| Official Website |
https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
- Post Name: Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO)
- Department: Prosecution Department (Group Department), Rajasthan
- Service: Rajasthan Prosecution Subordinate Service, 1978
- Recruitment Board: Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer
Vacancy Details
Non‑Scheduled Area (NON SA) – 355 Posts
| Category |
GEN |
GEN WE |
WD |
DV |
| Gen (UR) |
110 |
31 |
12 |
3 |
| SC |
29 |
6 |
6 |
1 |
| ST |
21 |
5 |
2 |
1 |
| OBC |
53 |
15 |
6 |
2 |
| MBC |
12 |
4 |
1 |
0 |
| EWS |
25 |
7 |
3 |
0 |
| Total |
250 |
68 |
30 |
7 |
Scheduled Area (SA) – 15 Posts
| Category |
GEN |
GEN WE |
WD |
DV |
| Gen (UR) |
3 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| ST |
8 |
2 |
1 |
0 |
| Total |
11 |
2 |
1 |
0 |
Note: Candidates from the unreserved area may apply for reserved vacancies. Residents of Scheduled Areas must select the “Scheduled Area” preference while applying. SC/ST/OBC/MBC candidates must be domiciled in Rajasthan.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria |
Details |
| Nationality |
Indian citizen only |
| Educational Qualification |
Degree in Law (Professional) or integrated Law course from a university established by law in India |
| Language Requirement |
Working knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari script) and knowledge of Rajasthani dialects |
| One Time Registration (OTR) |
Mandatory on SSO Portal (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in) before online application |
| Children Limit |
Maximum two living children (specific exemption noted in notification) |
| Domicile |
Reserved category benefits only for Rajasthan domiciles; other‑state candidates considered General |
| Creamy Layer |
OBC candidates in the creamy layer must apply as General (UR) |
Age Limit
| Category / Special Category |
Age Relaxation |
| General (UR) Male |
Minimum 21 years, maximum 40 years |
| SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS – Male (Rajasthan) |
Maximum age relaxed by 5 years |
| General Women (Rajasthan) |
Maximum age relaxed by 5 years |
| SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS – Women (Rajasthan) |
Maximum age relaxed by 10 years |
| Widow / Divorced Women |
No upper age limit (appointing authority’s age ≤ 60 years) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) |
Maximum age relaxed by 5 years |
All relaxations are non‑cumulative; only the highest applicable relaxation will be granted.
Pay Scale & Salary
- Pay Matrix Level: L‑11
- Grade Pay: Rs. 4,200/-
- Fixed monthly pay as per Rajasthan State Government norms (exact amount varies with allowances)
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee / Intimation Charges |
| General (UR) / OBC Creamy Layer |
Rs. 600/- (Non‑Refundable) |
| Reserved Categories (SC / ST / OBC Non‑Creamy Layer / MBC / EWS) of Rajasthan |
Rs. 400/- (Non‑Refundable) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) |
Rs. 400/- (Non‑Refundable) |
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Date of Advertisement |
27‑05‑2026 |
| Opening of Online Application |
08‑06‑2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application |
07‑07‑2026 (midnight 12:00) |
| Age Calculated As On |
01‑01‑2027 |
| Preliminary Examination Date |
To be notified on RPSC website |
| Main Examination Date |
To be notified after Preliminary Exam result |
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination (Objective) – MCQ based, OMR answer sheet (Blue BAL). 70% weightage to Law paper, 30% to Hindi & English proficiency. Marks are not counted for final merit.
- Main Examination (Written) – Descriptive paper covering law, Hindi and English.
- Document Verification – Candidates who qualify the Main exam will undergo verification of eligibility documents.
- Medical Fitness Test – Final candidates must clear the medical examination.
- Final Merit List – Based on Main exam marks and any applicable reservation; Preliminary marks are excluded.
How to Apply
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSO Portal (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in). Note the OTR number generated.
- Visit the official RPSC website (https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in) and navigate to the “APO Recruitment 2026” notification page.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link and log in using your OTR number and password.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and domicile details. Select “Scheduled Area” preference if you belong to a Scheduled Area.
- Upload scanned copies of the following documents in the prescribed format and size:
- Photograph (recent, passport size)
- Signature
- Law degree certificate (original & mark sheets)
- Proof of Rajasthan domicile (if applying under reserved category)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS) – if applicable
- PwBD certificate – if applicable
- Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment gateway (details as per fee table).
- Review all entered information carefully, then submit the application.
- After successful submission, download and print the confirmation receipt for future reference.
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FAQ’s
- What is the minimum educational qualification required?
A professional Law degree (LL.B. or integrated law course) from a university recognized by law in India.
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
The last date is 07‑07‑2026 (midnight 12:00).
- Is there any age relaxation for women candidates?
Yes. General women candidates get a 5‑year relaxation; SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS women get a 10‑year relaxation.
- Can a candidate from another state apply for a reserved category post?
No. Reserved category benefits are only for Rajasthan domiciles. Candidates from other states are considered under the General category.
- What is the application fee for General category candidates?
The fee is Rs. 600/- (non‑refundable).
- Do I need to complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying?
Yes. OTR on the SSO Portal is mandatory for all candidates.
- How many vacancies are there for Scheduled Area candidates?
There are 15 Scheduled Area posts (including 11 general and 4 reserved seats).
