UPPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Recruitment 2025 – Online Application, Vacancy, Eligibility & Exam Details

Published: 2025-09-16

Apply online for 182 Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) vacancies in UPPSC 2025. Check complete details about eligibility, educational qualifications, age limit, application fee, reservation, selection process, pay scale, important dates, exam pattern, and required documents. Stay updated with all official notifications and submit your application before the last date to secure your chance for this Group-B Gazetted post.

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Important date

Online Application Start: 16.09.2025
Last Date for Fee Payment & Application Submission: 16.10.2025
Correction/Modification in Application: 24.10.2025

Fees

UR/EWS: ₹100 + ₹25 online processing = ₹125
OBC: ₹100 + ₹25 online processing = ₹125
SC/ST: ₹40 + ₹25 online processing = ₹65
PWD: ₹0 + ₹25 online processing = ₹25
Ex-Servicemen: ₹40 + ₹25 online processing = ₹65
DFF/Female/Skilled Player: Fee as per original category

Age limit

General: 21–40 years (born between 02.07.1985 & 01.07.2004)
SC/ST/OBC/Women/State Govt Employees/Skilled Players: +5 years
PWD: +15 years
Ex-Army/Short Service Officers: +3 years + service period
PH candidates: Maximum age 55 years

Payment Method

Online Payment Only: Candidates must pay the examination fee through the UPPSC online portal.
Net Banking / Debit / Credit Card / UPI: All major online payment options are available.
Fee Payment Timeline: Fee must be paid on or before 16.10.2025.
Processing Fee: An additional ₹25 online processing fee is applicable for all categories.
Exemptions:
- PWD candidates of U.P.: Only ₹25 processing fee (exam fee waived)
- Dependents of Freedom Fighters, women, skilled players: Fee as per original category
Important Note: Preserve the fee receipt/transaction details for future reference; incorrect or incomplete payments may lead to rejection of the application.

Eligibilty

Educational Qualification:

Must possess a Law Degree from a recognized University by the last date of application.
Candidates appearing for the qualification exam are not eligible.

Vaccancy

No. of Vacancies: 182

UR: 27, SC: 67, ST: 9, OBC: 61, EWS: 18, Ex-Servicemen: 9, P.H.: 7 (04-L.V., 02-H.H., 01-O.A.), D.F.F.: 3, Female: 36

Reservation: As per UP Govt. Rules. Only permanent residents of UP are eligible for category benefits.

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Selection Process:

Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
Main Examination (Written)
Interview (Viva-Voce)

Exam Pattern:

Prelims: Objective questions, negative marking 0.33 per wrong answer.
Main Exam: Written exam for candidates qualifying Prelims.
Interview: For candidates qualifying Main Exam; original documents verification required.

Special Instructions:

One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory before applying. Get OTR number at https://otr.pariksha.nic.in
Submit online application at https://uppsc.up.nic.in
Preserve all fee receipts, OTR details, and submission confirmation.
Candidates must provide self-attested copies of certificates when asked.
Incomplete applications or discrepancies may lead to cancellation.
Only one reservation benefit is allowed if multiple categories are claimed.

Required Documents for Main/Interview:

Law Degree Certificates
Mark Sheets
Age proof (High School Certificate)
Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
4 Passport-size photographs (2 attested, 2 unattested)
NOC from employer (if applicable)

How to Apply:

Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
Fill Part-I, II, III of Online Application Form
Pay examination fee online
Take printout of submitted application for future reference