OPSC APP Recruitment 2026 - 172 Assistant Public Prosecutor Posts

OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 Notification

The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released a recruitment notification for 172 posts of Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) in Group-B. These positions are part of the Odisha State Prosecution Service under the Home Department, Government of Odisha.

Candidates who hold a Bachelor's Degree in Law and have at least two years of experience as a practising Advocate are eligible to apply. The application process is entirely online and will begin on 28 August 2026. The last date to submit online applications is 28 September 2026.

Job Highlights

Important Dates

Applicants should note the following key dates for the OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor recruitment:

Vacancy Details

A total of 172 Assistant Public Prosecutor posts have been announced. The vacancies include reservations for various categories, including women.

Horizontal reservation is also provided for Ex-Servicemen (09 posts), Sports Persons (Not specified in the official notification), and Persons with Disabilities (08 posts). These reserved posts will be adjusted against the categories to which the candidates belong.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet specific eligibility requirements as of 20 August 2026 to apply for the Assistant Public Prosecutor posts. This includes educational qualification, professional experience, and age limits.

• Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in Law from a university recognized by the Bar Council of India.
• They must have at least two years of experience as a practising Advocate. This experience needs to be certified by the concerned District & Sessions Judge in the format provided in Annexure-B of the official notification.
• Applicants must possess a Bar Enrolment Certificate from the Bar Council of India or a State Bar Council.
• Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write Odia. They should have passed either the Middle School standard language test in Odia conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, or have passed Matriculation (Class-X) with Odia as a subject.
• Applicants must be citizens of India.

The age limit for OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor posts is calculated as on 1st January 2026:

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 42 years

This means candidates must have been born not earlier than 2nd January 1984 and not later than 1st January 2005.

Age Relaxation:

• 5 years for SEBC, SC, ST, Women, and Ex-Servicemen candidates.
• 10 years for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) with 40% or more permanent disability.
• 15 years for Persons with Disabilities belonging to SEBC/SC/ST categories.

If a candidate is eligible for more than one age relaxation category, they will receive the benefit of only one, whichever is most beneficial.

Application Fee

The application fee for the OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor recruitment is as follows:

The fee must be paid online. The examination fee will be refunded only to candidates who appear in the Preliminary Examination. Refunds will be processed to the original payment mode after the Preliminary Examination.

Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates for the Assistant Public Prosecutor post will receive a salary in the pay scale of Rs. 44,900/-. This corresponds to Level 10 of the Pay Matrix under the Odisha Revised Scales of Pay (ORSP) Rules, 2017. In addition to the basic pay, candidates will also receive usual Dearness Allowance and other allowances as sanctioned by the Government of Odisha from time to time.

Selection Process

The selection process for OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor posts involves three main stages:

1. Preliminary Examination: This is the first stage of the examination.
2. Main Written Examination: Candidates who qualify in the Preliminary Examination will appear for the Main Written Examination.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates from the Main Written Examination will be called for an interview.

Both the Preliminary and Main Written Examinations will be held at Kataka (Cuttack).

How to Apply

Candidates interested in the OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor posts must apply online through the official OPSC website. Follow these steps to complete your application:

1. Visit the official OPSC website: www.opsc.gov.in.
2. Look for the "Apply Online" section or the specific advertisement for Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026.
3. Register yourself if you are a new user, or log in if you have an existing account.
4. Fill in all the required details in the online application form accurately.
5. Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, such as educational certificates, experience certificates, Bar Enrolment Certificate, photograph, and signature, as per the specified format and size.
6. Pay the application fee online using the available payment options (Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, etc.).
7. Review your application form carefully before final submission.
8. Submit the application form and take a printout of the submitted form for your records.

It is advised to apply well before the last date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.

Important Links

• Official Website → Click Here
• Notification PDF → Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are some common questions about the OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026:

• When can I apply for OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor posts?
  You can apply online from 28 August 2026 to 28 September 2026 (5:00 P.M.).

• How many vacancies are available for Assistant Public Prosecutor?
  There are a total of 172 vacancies for Assistant Public Prosecutor posts.

• What is the required educational qualification for this recruitment?
  Candidates need a Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognized university and at least two years of experience as a practising Advocate.

• What is the application fee for OPSC APP recruitment?
  The application fee is Rs. 700/- for General and Other candidates. SC, ST, and PwD candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

• What is the age limit to apply?
  Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years of age as on 1st January 2026. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories.