OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026
Recruitment for 172 Assistant Public Prosecutor posts in Odisha State Prosecution Service
OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 – Overview
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released Advertisement No. 09 of 2026-27 for recruitment to the post of Assistant Public Prosecutor in Group-B of the Odisha State Prosecution Service under the Home Department, Government of Odisha.
A total of 172 vacancies have been announced. Eligible law graduates with the required experience as practising Advocates can apply online through the OPSC website. The recruitment will be conducted through Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination and Personality Test/Interview.
The post carries a pay of ₹44,900/- in Level-10 of the Pay Matrix under ORSP Rules, 2017, along with usual Dearness Allowance and other applicable allowances.
Vacancy Details
Under OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026, the Commission has notified 172 posts. The category-wise vacancy distribution mentioned in the advertisement is:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Un-Reserved (UR) | 86 |
| SEBC | 23 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 36 |
| Total | 172 |
Special Reservation
- Ex-Servicemen: 09 posts
- Sports Persons: 02 posts
- Persons with Disabilities: 08 posts
Candidates belonging to these categories will be adjusted against the category to which they belong, as specified in the notification.
Quick Summary
Recruiting Body: Odisha Public Service Commission
Post: Assistant Public Prosecutor
Service: Odisha State Prosecution Service
Department: Home Department, Government of Odisha
Advertisement No.: 09 of 2026-27
Total Posts: 172
OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility
Check the educational qualification, practising experience, age limit and Odia language requirement before applying.
Educational Qualification
The candidate must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognised University.
The candidate must have at least 02 years of experience as a practising Advocate. The prescribed experience certificate from the District & Sessions Judge and Certificate of Enrolment under the Bar Council of India/State Bar Council are required as specified by OPSC.
Knowledge of Odia
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 the Matriculation/Class-X examination with Odia as a subject.
Selection Process
The selection under OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in three stages:
Preliminary Exam
100 Marks
Main Written Exam
600 Marks
Interview
50 Marks
Preliminary Examination – 100 Marks
- Objective-type Multiple Choice Questions
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- It is a screening test for shortlisting candidates for the Main Written Examination.
- The Commission may conduct the examination through OMR evaluation or Computer-Based Test (CBT), as decided by OPSC.
Main Written Examination – 600 Marks
The Main Examination consists of four written papers, with each paper carrying 150 marks. The papers are subjective and descriptive answer type.
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Paper 1 | 150 |
| Written Paper 2 | 150 |
| Written Paper 3 | 150 |
| Written Paper 4 | 150 |
| Total | 600 |
Interview & Final Merit
The Personality Test/Interview carries 50 marks. The final merit list will be prepared using the marks obtained in the Main Written Examination and Personality Test/Interview, totalling 650 marks.
Candidates securing the qualifying marks in the Main Written Examination will be shortlisted for the Personality Test/Interview in a ratio of 1:2, subject to the minimum number prescribed in the advertisement.
The detailed examination schedule and venue information will be notified by OPSC in due course.
OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
Application details, examination fee, salary and important instructions for candidates.
Application Fee
The examination fee is payable online while submitting the application form. Candidates who actually appear in the Preliminary Examination will be eligible for refund of the examination fee as per the applicable rules mentioned in the notification.
SC, ST and PwD candidates are exempted from payment of the examination fee as specified by OPSC.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official OPSC website during the application window.
- Visit the official Odisha Public Service Commission website.
- Open the recruitment/application section.
- Find Advertisement No. 09 of 2026-27 for Assistant Public Prosecutor.
- Complete the online registration and application form carefully.
- Enter personal, educational and professional details as required.
- Upload the required scanned certificates/documents.
- Pay the applicable examination fee, if required.
- Review the complete application before final submission.
- Submit the application and keep a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
Salary & Pay Scale
Under OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026, selected candidates will be appointed as Assistant Public Prosecutors in Group-B of the Odisha State Prosecution Service.
Documents & Certificates
Candidates should keep the required original certificates and scanned copies ready before submitting the online application. Documents mentioned in the notification include certificates supporting age, educational qualification, law qualification, professional enrolment and required practising experience.
- HSC/Matriculation or equivalent certificate for date of birth
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law certificate
- Certificate of Enrolment under the Bar Council of India/State Bar Council
- Prescribed experience certificate as a practising Advocate
- Odia language qualification proof
- Category certificate, wherever applicable
- PwD/Ex-Servicemen/Sports certificates, wherever applicable
- Other documents required by OPSC during application/document verification
Important Instructions
- Only candidates fulfilling all eligibility conditions by the closing date will be considered.
- The community/caste category selected in the online application cannot normally be changed later.
- Government employees may apply if they fulfil the prescribed conditions and submit the required NOC during document verification.
- Applications found incomplete or defective may be rejected.
- Candidates must provide correct information and genuine documents.
- Selected candidates will be required to undergo the prescribed medical examination.
- Submission of NPS application is mandatory for recommended candidates at the time of joining Government service.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
A total of 172 Assistant Public Prosecutor vacancies have been announced.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application can be submitted up to 28 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
What is the age limit?
The basic age limit is 21 to 42 years as on 01 January 2026, subject to applicable relaxation.
What qualification is required?
Candidates need a recognised Bachelor’s Degree in Law and at least two years of experience as a practising Advocate, along with the required Odia language qualification.
What is the selection process?
The recruitment consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination and Personality Test/Interview.
How many marks are counted for the final merit list?
The Main Written Examination carries 600 marks and the Personality Test/Interview carries 50 marks. Therefore, the final merit is based on 650 marks.
When will the Preliminary Examination be held?
The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for 01 November 2026 (Sunday).
Official Notification
Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete official advertisement before applying. The detailed syllabus, examination scheme, documents and other conditions are contained in the official notification.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official OPSC Website | Visit Website |
| Online Application | Available from 28 Aug 2026 |
Note: The online application link will
Final Reminder for Candidates
If you meet the Law Degree, practising Advocate experience, age and Odia language requirements, make sure all supporting documents are ready before the application window opens. OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 offers a Group-B opportunity under the Odisha State Prosecution Service, so candidates should carefully read the official notification before submitting the form.
Information provided above is based on OPSC Advertisement No. 09 of 2026-27. Candidates should rely on the official OPSC notification for final and complete instructions.
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