The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 09 of 2026-27 for the recruitment of Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) posts in Group‑B of the Odisha State Prosecution Service under the Home Department. This is a golden opportunity for law graduates and practising advocates aspiring for a prestigious government job in the legal sector. With 172 vacancies available, including 58 reserved for women, this recruitment drive is one of the largest in recent years.
In this comprehensive guide, we cover everything you need to know about OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026—important dates, vacancy details, eligibility criteria, application process, exam pattern, syllabus, and more.
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OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026
Organization: Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
Post Name: Assistant Public Prosecutor (Group‑B)
Service: Odisha State Prosecution Service, Home Department
Total Vacancies: 172
Pay Scale: ₹44,900/- (Level 10 of Pay Matrix under ORSP Rules, 2017)
Application Mode: Online
Official Website: https://www.opsc.gov.in
Advertisement No.: 09 of 2026‑27
Important Dates
Notification Release Date: August 20, 2026
Online Application Start Date: August 28, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online: September 28, 2026 (5:00 PM)
Preliminary Examination Date: November 1, 2026 (Sunday)
Candidates are advised to submit their applications well in advance to avoid last‑minute technical glitches.
OPSC APP Vacancy 2026: Category‑Wise Distribution
The 172 vacancies are distributed across various categories as per the requisition from the Home Department, Government of Odisha:
Unreserved (UR): 86 vacancies (29 for women)
Socially & Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC): 23 vacancies (8 for women)
Scheduled Caste (SC): 27 vacancies (9 for women)
Scheduled Tribe (ST): 36 vacancies (12 for women)
Grand Total: 172 vacancies (58 for women)
Horizontal Reservations
In addition to the category‑wise distribution, the following horizontal reservations apply:
Ex‑Servicemen: 09 posts (05 + 04 carry forward from last recruitment)
Sports Persons: 02 posts
Persons with Disabilities (PwD) – permanent disability of 40% or more: 08 posts (07 + 01 carry forward)
PwD Category‑wise Breakup:
Cat‑I (Blind / Low Vision): 1 vacancy
Cat‑II (Hard of Hearing): 2 vacancies
Cat‑III (One Leg, One Arm, Both Arms, Both Leg, One Arm & One Leg, Both Leg & One Arm, Both Leg & Arms, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims): 2 vacancies
Cat‑IV (Specific Learning Disability / Multiple Disability involving categories a to d): 3 vacancies
Eligibility Criteria for OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor 2026
Educational Qualification
Law Degree: Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognised University.
Professional Experience: At least 02 (two) years of experience as a practising Advocate. Candidates must upload:
Certificate from the concerned District & Sessions Judge in the prescribed format (Annexure‑B)
Certificate of Enrolment under Bar Council of India / State Bar Council
Odia Language Requirement
Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write Odia and must have passed either:
The Middle School standard language test in Odia conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, OR
Matriculation (Class‑X) Examination with Odia as a subject
Age Limit (as on January 1, 2026)
Minimum Age: 21 years
Maximum Age: 42 years
Birth Range: Born not earlier than January 2, 1984, and not later than January 1, 2005
Age Relaxation
SEBC / SC / ST / Women / Ex‑Servicemen: 5 years
Persons with Disabilities (PwD – 40% or more): 10 years
PwD belonging to SEBC / SC / ST: Cumulative 15 years
Note: Only one age relaxation benefit is allowed, even if a candidate falls under multiple categories.
Other Eligibility Conditions
Must be a citizen of India
Must be of good character and sound physical and mental health
Government servants must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their Head of Office
Application Fee
General / SEBC: ₹700/-
SC / ST / PwD: Exempted
Refund Policy: The examination fee will be refunded only to candidates who actually appear in the Preliminary Examination. Refunds are processed through the original mode of payment.
How to Apply for OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor 2026?
Follow these steps to apply online:
Visit the Official Website: https://www.opsc.gov.in
Read the Notification: Carefully go through Advertisement No. 09 of 2026‑27
Register / Login: Create an account or log in to the OPSC portal
Fill the Application Form: Enter all personal, educational, and professional details accurately
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of:
Recent passport‑size photograph (within 6 months)
Full signature
Left‑Hand Thumb Impression (LTI)
All required certificates (LL.B. degree, Bar Council enrolment, experience certificate, caste certificate, Odia test pass, etc.)
Pay the Fee: Pay ₹700 online (if applicable)
Submit: After final submission, a unique Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN) is generated
Take a Printout: Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference
Important: Applications found incomplete or without required documents will be summarily rejected.
OPSC APP Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of three stages:
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (100 Marks)
Type: Objective Type (MCQ) – OMR or CBT
Duration: 2 Hours
Questions: 100 questions (1 mark each)
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
Purpose: Screening test to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination
Qualifying Marks: Decided by the Commission for each category
Shortlisting: Approximately 10 times the number of vacancies per category
Preliminary Syllabus (standard of LL.B. course):
The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 and Bharatiya Nagarika Surakhya Sanhita, 2023
The Indian Penal Code, 1860 and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
The Indian Evidence Act, 1872 and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
Stage 2: Main Written Examination (600 Marks)
Type: Subjective and Descriptive Answer type
Papers: 4 Papers (150 marks each)
Paper‑I: General English (150 Marks, Duration: 2.5 Hours)
Translation from English to Odia
Translation from Odia to English
Essay
Precise writing
Comprehension
Paper‑II: Criminal Major Laws (150 Marks, Duration: 3 Hours)
The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 and Bharatiya Nagarika Surakhya Sanhita, 2023
The Indian Evidence Act, 1872 and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
The Indian Penal Code, 1860 and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
Paper‑III: Criminal Minor Laws (150 Marks, Duration: 3 Hours) – 16 Acts including:
The Arms Act, 1959
The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
The Drugs and Cosmetic Act, 1940
The Odisha Excise Act, 2008
The Explosive Act, 1884 and Explosive Substances Act, 1908
The Odisha Electricity Supply line material (unlawful possession) Act, 1989
The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
The Odisha Forest Act, 1972 and The Orissa Timber and other Forest produce Transit Rules, 1980
The Information and Technology (Amendment) Act, 2008
The Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956
The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
The Odisha Minor Minerals (Prevention of theft, Smuggling and other Unlawful Activities) Act, 1989
The Probation of Offenders Act, 1958
The Odisha Prevention of Cow Slaughter Act, 1960
The Wild Life Protection Act, 1972
Paper‑IV: Miscellaneous Laws (150 Marks, Duration: 3 Hours)
Drafting of Petitions, Pleadings and Argument
Law of Torts
The Indian Contract Act, 1872
The Transfer of Property Act, 1882
The Indian Limitation Act, 1963
The Interpretation of Statutes
Stage 3: Personality Test / Interview (50 Marks)
Shortlisting: 1:2 ratio (minimum 5 candidates per category)
Final merit list based on Main Written Examination + Interview marks (Total: 650 Marks)
Tie‑Breaker Rule: If two candidates secure equal aggregate marks, the one with higher marks in the Written Examination is placed higher. In case of further tie, the older candidate is preferred.
Documents Required for OPSC APP Recruitment 2026
Candidates must upload the following documents while applying online:
H.S.C. or equivalent certificate (Age proof)
Intermediate / +2 Examination Certificate
Bachelor's Degree Certificate
LL.B. Degree Certificate
All mark sheets (H.S.C. to LL.B.)
Recent passport‑size photographs (4 copies)
Bar Council Enrolment Certificate
Experience Certificate from District & Sessions Judge (Annexure‑B)
Two Character Certificates (one from a Group‑B Government Servant)
Caste Certificate (SEBC / SC / ST) – if applicable
Odia Language Test Pass Certificate
Permanent Disability Certificate (for PwD candidates – 40% or more)
Release Certificate (for Ex‑Servicemen)
Sports Identity Card from Director of Sports, Odisha
NOC (for Government employees)
Proof of Identity (Aadhaar / EPIC / DL / Passport / PAN Card)
Important Notes:
SEBC Certificate must be issued on or after August 29, 2023 (valid for 3 years only).
PwD candidates must submit Permanent Disability Certificate (temporary disability is not accepted).
Women candidates belonging to SC / ST / SEBC must submit caste certificate showing "daughter of..." (certificates showing "wife of..." are not accepted).
Exam Centre
The venue for both Preliminary and Main Examinations will be located at Kataka (Cuttack). Detailed schedule and centre information will be notified later.
Grounds for Rejection of Application
Applications may be rejected on the following grounds:
Incomplete online application
Non‑uploading of required documents
Not passing Odia language test by the closing date
Not meeting age limit criteria
Not possessing prescribed qualifications by the closing date
Non‑payment of examination fee (wherever applicable)
Submission of false / fake / manipulated documents
Suppression of facts
Any other ground as per the Commission's decision
Important Note
Start Early: The online application window is open from August 28 to September 28, 2026. Don't wait until the last day.
Prepare for New Criminal Laws: The syllabus includes both the old laws (IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act) and the new criminal laws (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarika Surakhya Sanhita, Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam – all 2023). This is a significant update that candidates must prepare for.
Fee Refund: The ₹700 application fee is refundable only if you appear in the Preliminary Examination. Ensure you have a valid bank account for refund processing.
Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must bring original documents along with self‑attested copies during document verification.
Stay Updated: Regularly visit the OPSC website (https://www.opsc.gov.in) for important notices, admit card downloads, and result announcements.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Conclusion
The OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 is a prestigious opportunity for law graduates with advocacy experience to build a career in the Odisha State Prosecution Service. With 172 vacancies, competitive pay, and a structured selection process, this recruitment drive is highly anticipated among legal professionals.
Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria, prepare thoroughly for the three‑stage selection process, and submit your application before the deadline. Bookmark the official OPSC website and stay tuned for updates on admit cards, exam schedules, and results.
Best of luck with your OPSC APP 2026 preparation!
