The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 134 Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) posts under Advt. No. 06/2025. Eligible law graduates can apply online from 29 June to 21 July 2025.
Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC)JPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor APO Recruitment 2025JPSC APO Advt No. 06/2025: Short Details of NotificationWWW.GOVFORMHUB.COM |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / EBC / BC | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST (Jharkhand) | ₹150/- |
| PwBD / Women / Backlog | ₹0/- |
Fee payment through online mode only.
JPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) Recruitment 2025 : Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
| Category | Regular Posts | Backlog Posts | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR (General) | 52 | – | 52 |
| EWS | 15 | – | 15 |
| EBC | 11 | 3 | 14 |
| BC | 8 | 4 | 12 |
| SC | 13 | 7 | 20 |
| ST | 35 | 12 | 47 |
| Total | 134 | 26 | 160 |
JPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) Recruitment 2025 : Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university |
| Computer Certificate | Basic knowledge/certificate in computer operations |
| Age Limit | 21–35 Years (as on 01 August 2025) |
| Age Relaxation: OBC – 2 yrs, Female – 3 yrs, SC/ST – 5 yrs | |
| Domicile | Jharkhand residents preferred (as per reservation policy) |
Pay Scale
Pay Level 8 – ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100 per month
(plus allowances as per Jharkhand Govt rules)
Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam (Objective)
- Main Exam (Descriptive)
- Interview
- Document Verification
JPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2025 : Exam Stages & Duration Summary
1. Preliminary Exam (Objective – Screening only)
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies & Current Affairs | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | Law (IPC, CrPC, Evidence, Constitution) | 200 | 2 Hours |
Both papers are objective (MCQs) and conducted separately.
2. Main Exam (Descriptive – Written, Merit-Scoring)
Each paper is written individually on separate days or time slots. Each paper is of:
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Regional Language (Qualifying Only) | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper II | General Hindi | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper III | General English | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper IV | Essay (Legal & General Topics) | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper V | CrPC & Evidence Act | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper VI | Indian Penal Code (IPC) | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper VII | Constitution & Public Administration | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper VIII | Jharkhand Minor & Criminal Acts | 200 | 3 Hours |
Each paper is conducted separately with its own 3-hour duration. Only Papers II to VIII are considered for final merit. Paper I (Regional Language) is qualifying and mandatory to pass.
3. Interview / Personality Test
- Marks: 50
- Only those who clear mains are called
- Tests legal knowledge, personality, awareness, communication
JPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2025 : Syllabus Overview
Prelims
- General Studies: Indian polity, economy, current affairs, Jharkhand GK
- Law Subjects: Constitution, CrPC, IPC, Evidence Act
Mains
- Language Papers: Grammar, comprehension, essay writing
- Law Papers: Detailed knowledge of IPC, CrPC, Evidence, Constitution, and state-specific minor acts
- Essay Paper: Legal and socio-political topics
Preparation Tips
- Focus on core law subjects for Mains
- Practice writing essays and descriptive answers regularly
- Read daily current affairs, especially legal updates
- Solve previous year papers and practice sets
- Strengthen your regional language and communication skills for interview
How to Apply JPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website: jpsc.gov.in
- Click on “Recruitment → Advt No. 06/2025”
- Register and fill out the online application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and print the confirmation page
Important Links:
| Apply Online | CLICK HERE |
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| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | CLICK HERE |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the qualification for APP?
LLB degree from a recognized university + computer operation knowledge.
Q2. Is Jharkhand domicile mandatory?
Preferred, especially for reservation benefits.
Q3. What is the exam pattern?
Prelims (Objective), Mains (Written + Law-based), then Interview.
Q4. How many vacancies are there?
134 regular + 26 backlog = Total 160 posts.
Q5. What is the last date to apply?
21 July 2025.