Rajasthan APO
Rajasthan APO frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about Rajasthan APO — exam dates, eligibility nuances, attempt limits, syllabus changes, and more.
Q: How many vacancies have been announced for the RPSC APO 2026 recruitment?
A: A total of 371 vacancies have been announced by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) for the Assistant Prosecution Officer post within the Prosecution Department.
Q: What are the important dates for the application process?
A: According to the official timeline published on Utkarsh:
- Notification Date: May 27, 2026
- Application Start Date: June 8, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: July 7, 2026 (until midnight)
Q: What is the application fee structure for the exam?
A: The fee is processed via the One-Time Registration (OTR) system on the Rajasthan SSO portal:
- ₹600/- for General, Unreserved, Creamy Layer OBC/MBC, and Out-of-State candidates.
- ₹400/- for SC, ST, Non-Creamy Layer OBC/MBC, EWS, and PwD candidates belonging to Rajasthan.
Q: What is the selection process for the RPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer?
A: The selection process consists of two major written stages followed by standard verification:
- Preliminary Examination: An objective-type screening test split into Law (70%) and Language Proficiency (30%).
- Main Examination: A descriptive, subjective examination consisting of Paper I (Law) and Paper II (Language Proficiency).
Q: Does the syllabus include the new criminal laws?
A: Yes. The 2026 syllabus has been updated to evaluate candidates on both the classic core codes and the new criminal laws:
- IPC, 1860 & Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS)
- CrPC, 1973 & Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS)
- Indian Evidence Act, 1872 & Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)
Q: Can candidates from states other than Rajasthan apply for this post?
A: Yes, candidates from other states are eligible to apply. However, they will be treated under the General/Unreserved category for application fees and seat allocation, meaning they cannot claim reservation benefits reserved for Rajasthan residents.
Q: What is the salary scale for an appointed Rajasthan APO?
A: The post falls under Pay Matrix Level L-11, which carries a Grade Pay of ₹4,200/- under the state government rules.
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