Overview
Prosecution Department (Group Department), Rajasthan has released a recruitment notification for the post of Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) (371 (NON SA - 355, SA - 15, Additional - 1) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online only (via sso portal + rpsc website) before 07-07-2026 (midnight 12:00).
Key Details
- Organization
- Prosecution Department (Group Department), Rajasthan
- Qualification
- (1) Degree in Law (Professional) or integrated Law Course from a University established by law in India. (2) Working Knowledge of Hindi written in Devnagri Script and knowledge of Rajasthani dialects and social customs of Rajasthan.
- Vacancies
- 371 (NON SA - 355, SA - 15, Additional - 1)
- Advertisement No
- 03/EXAM/APO/EP-I/2026-27 dated 27/05/2026
- Posted
- 08-06-2026
- Last date to apply
- 07-07-2026 (midnight 12:00)
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 08-06-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07-07-2026 (midnight 12:00) |
| Age Calculated As On | 01-01-2027 |
| Date of Advertisement | 27/05/2026 |
| Opening of Online Application | 08-06-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 07-07-2026 (midnight 12:00) |
| Preliminary Examination Date | To be notified on RPSC website |
| Main Examination Date | To be notified after Preliminary Exam result |
| Released Emergency Commissioned Officers and Short Service Commissioned Officers | Deemed within age limit if they were within limit when they joined the Army |
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Vacancy Details
A total of 371 posts of Assistant Prosecution Officer have been announced, distributed across two categories: Non-Scheduled Area (NON SA - 355 posts) and Scheduled Area (SA - 15 posts), with additional 1 post. These are further distributed among SC, ST, OBC, MBC, EWS, and UR categories with horizontal reservation for Women (General, Widow/Divorcee) and Persons with Disabilities. The number of vacancies is provisional and may be revised as per actual requirement.
Eligibility
Candidates must fulfil all eligibility conditions as on the date of eligibility (01-01-2027). Only Indian Citizens are eligible to apply. Candidates must mandatorily complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSO Portal before applying. Criteria: Details Nationality: Indian Citizen only. Educational Qualification: (1) Degree in Law (Professional) or integrated Law Course from a University established by law in India. (2) Working Knowledge of Hindi written in Devnagri Script and knowledge of Rajasthani dialects and social customs of Rajasthan. OTR Requirement: Mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) on SSO Portal (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in) before applying online through RPSC website. Children Limit: Candidates shall not have more than two living children. However, if a candidate had only one child from a previous delivery but more than one child from a subsequent single delivery, they shall not be disqualified. Domicile: Reserved category benefits applicable only to Rajasthan State domiciles. Candidates from other states belonging to SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS are treated as General category. Creamy Layer: OBC candidates belonging to the Creamy Layer are NOT entitled to reservation; they must apply as General (UR). Note on Qualification: The last date for acquiring educational qualification is the last date of application, i.e., 07-07-2026. Candidates appearing in the final year of Law degree at the time of application are NOT eligible. Qualification must be complete as on the appli…
Age Limit
Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years and below 40 years as on 01-01-2027. The maximum age of 40 years is for Unreserved (UR) and EWS male candidates. Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as per Rajasthan Government guidelines. Category / Special Category: Age Relaxation SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS - Male candidates of Rajasthan: 5 years General Women candidates of Rajasthan: 5 years SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS - Women candidates of Rajasthan: 10 years Widow and Divorced Women: No upper age limit (Appointing Authority age should not exceed 60 years at time of appointment) Ex-Prisoners (not over-age at time of conviction): Relaxed by term of imprisonment served Persons provisionally appointed to a post (deemed within age if within age at initial appointment): Two chances to appear before Commission/Appointing Authority NCC Cadet Instructors: Relaxed by period of NCC service rendered, provided resultant age does not exceed prescribed maximum by more than 3 years Released Emergency Commissioned Officers and Short Service Commissioned Officers: Deemed within age limit if they were within limit when they joined the Army State / Panchayat Samities / Zila Parishad / State Public Sector (substantive capacity): Maximum age 40 years Ex-Servicemen (Rajasthan Civil Services Absorption Rules, 1988): 15 years relaxation (max permissible age 50 years; for direct recruitment requiring experience - max 55 years) Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Rajasthan Rights of Persons with Disab…
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay non-refundable Examination/Registration fees through online mode only. The One Time Registration (OTR) process is mandatory. Fee once paid will NOT be refunded under any circumstances. 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)
Selection Process
Selection for the post of Assistant Prosecution Officer will be based on (i) Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) and (ii) Main Examination (Written), followed by document verification and medical fitness. The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination shall NOT be counted towards the final merit/selection. A Wait List may be maintained as per RPSC norms.
How to Apply
Candidates shall apply online only; no other mode of application will be accepted. Before applying, candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSO portal and read the detailed guidelines and instructions for applicants available on the RPSC website. Candidates should have a valid email ID and active mobile number which should be kept active till declaration of results.
Required Documents
• Call Letter (Admit Card) downloaded from RPSC website along with valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar / PAN Card / Passport / Driving License / Voter ID / Bank Passbook with photo) in original and self-attested photocopy. • Caste Certificate in prescribed Government of India / Government of Rajasthan format (for SC/ST/OBC/MBC candidates). • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate in prescribed format issued for the current year (for OBC NCL candidates). • Income and Asset Certificate issued by Competent Authority in prescribed format (for EWS candidates). • Disability Certificate in prescribed format issued by Competent Authority (for PwBD candidates). • Educational qualification certificates and marksheets (graduation / Law degree onwards). • Domicile certificate / Residence proof (for reserved category benefits applicable to Rajasthan domiciles). • Character Certificate from the last attended educational institution (at least "Good" mention required). • Police verification / antecedent certificate at the time of appointment. • Medical fitness certificate from a competent authority at the time of appointment. • NOC from current employer if already in Government / PSU service. • EWS / widowhood / divorce proof documents as applicable (court decree / death certificate). • Ex-Serviceman discharge certificate / NOC as applicable. • UIDAI / Unique Disability ID (U-D.I.D.) card, if available, must be produced before the Preliminary Examination. Printout of the Online Application Form is NOT…
Important Instructions
• Submitting false/incorrect information in the application form or failing to meet eligibility conditions is a punishable offence under Section 217 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS). Such candidates may be debarred from appearing in the examination or disqualified during counselling/selection/appointment. • All revisions, corrigenda, and updates will be hosted on the RPSC official website only - candidates should visit regularly. • Candidates must not change their registered mobile number or email ID. Changes, if necessary, should be informed to RPSC at the earliest. • Candidates must apply under the correct category. Applying under a wrong category will not entitle them to any category benefit; the application may be treated as General category. • Candidates from other states belonging to SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS will be treated as General (UR) for this recruitment as reservation benefits are applicable only to Rajasthan domiciles. • OBC candidates from Rajasthan belonging to the Creamy Layer must apply as General (UR). Only Non-Creamy Layer OBC candidates with a valid and recent certificate are eligible for OBC reservation. • Category once filled in the online application form cannot be changed after the application submission deadline. • Not more than one application should be submitted. In case of multiple applications, only the last valid completed application will be retained. • PwBD candidates with temporary/likely-to-improve disabilities are not eligible for PwBD r…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for RPSC APO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 371 Posts?
Application Start Date: 08-06-2026; Last Date to Apply: 07-07-2026 (midnight 12:00); Age Calculated As On: 01-01-2027; Date of Advertisement: 27/05/2026; Opening of Online Application: 08-06-2026; Last Date for Online Application: 07-07-2026 (midnight 12:00); Preliminary Examination Date: To be notified on RPSC website; Main Examination Date: To be notified after Preliminary Exam result; Released Emergency Commissioned Officers and Short Service Commissioned Officers: Deemed within age limit if they were within limit when they joined the Army
What is the application fee?
Candidates are required to pay non-refundable Examination/Registration fees through online mode only. The One Time Registration (OTR) process is mandatory. Fee once paid will NOT be refunded under any circumstances. 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)
What is the age limit?
Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years and below 40 years as on 01-01-2027. The maximum age of 40 years is for Unreserved (UR) and EWS male candidates. Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as per Rajasthan Government guidelines. Category / Special Category: Age Relaxation SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS - Male candidates of Rajasthan: 5 years General Women candidates of Rajasthan: 5 years SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS - Women candidates of Rajasthan: 10 years Widow and Divorced Women: No upper age limit (Appointing Authority age should not exceed 60 years at time of appointment) Ex-Prisoners (not over-age at time of conviction): Relaxed by term of imprisonment served Persons provisionally appointed to a post (deemed within age if within age at initial appointment): Two chances to appear before Commission/Appointing Authority NCC Cadet Instructors: Relaxed by period of NCC service rende…
What is the selection process?
Selection for the post of Assistant Prosecution Officer will be based on (i) Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) and (ii) Main Examination (Written), followed by document verification and medical fitness. The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination shall NOT be counted towards the final merit/selection. A Wait List may be maintained as per RPSC norms.