The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has started the online application process for the recruitment of Assistant Prosecution Officers (APO) 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 300 posts in the Prosecution Directorate under the Home Department, Government of Bihar. The notification was released on February 25, 2026, under Advertisement No. 13/2026. Eligible candidates with a law degree can now apply through the official website, bpsc.bihar.gov.in. The application window opened on February 27, 2026. Candidates must complete the online registration and fee payment before the last date, March 20, 2026. Applicants are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting the form to avoid mistakes.
BPSC APO important dates and vacancy details
The online application process began on February 27, 2026, and will remain open until March 20, 2026, at 11:59 pm. Candidates must complete both the form submission and fee payment within this period. The preliminary examination is tentatively scheduled for July 15, 2026. Admit cards are expected to be released 10 to 15 days before the exam.A total of 300 vacancies have been announced. Reservation will be provided as per Bihar government rules. Around 35 percent of the posts are reserved horizontally for women candidates. Detailed category-wise vacancy information is available in the official notification.
Eligibility criteria and age limit
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university. Both three-year and five-year integrated law courses are accepted. Candidates must fulfil all conditions mentioned in the notification.The minimum age required is 21 years. The upper age limit is 37 years for unreserved male candidates. For unreserved female, BC and EBC candidates, the upper age limit is 40 years. For SC and ST candidates, the upper age limit is 42 years. Age relaxation will be given as per state government rules.
How to apply for BPSC APO 2026
Here is how interested candidates can apply for BPSC APO recruitment 2026 online:
- Visit the official website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Click on the link for Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Recruitment 2026 – Advertisement No. 13/2026.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user. Enter basic details such as name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Fill out the online application form with personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, photograph, and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee of Rs 100 through debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
- Review all details carefully and submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Direct link to apply for BPSC APO 2026.Candidates must complete the application process before March 20, 2026, 11:59 pm.
