OPSC Recruitment 2026: 172 Assistant Public Prosecutor Posts, Check Eligibility and Exam Date

The OPSC Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for the recruitment of Assistant Public Prosecutors (APP) in Odisha. The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) is inviting online applications for 172 Assistant Public Prosecutor posts under the Odisha State Prosecution Service in the Home Department. Eligible candidates can apply online from August 28 to September 28, 2026, up to 5 PM.

The OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 is an important opportunity for law graduates with the required professional experience. Candidates applying for the posts must have a Bachelor's degree in Law and at least two years of experience as a practising advocate. Candidates must also fulfil the prescribed Odia language requirement and age criteria.

The OPSC APP Recruitment 2026 selection process will consist of a Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination and Personality Test/Interview. The preliminary examination is tentatively scheduled to be held on November 1, 2026.

OPSC APP Vacancy 2026

The OPSC APP Vacancy 2026 includes 172 Assistant Public Prosecutor posts across different categories. The recruitment notification also provides reservation for women candidates within the respective categories.

Out of the total vacancies, 58 posts are reserved for women candidates. The category-wise distribution includes 29 women vacancies under UR, eight under SEBC, nine under SC and 12 under ST.

How to Apply for OPSC Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can complete the OPSC APP Recruitment 2026 application through the online recruitment portal. The application process generally involves registration, entering candidate details, uploading documents and completing the required submission formalities.

The steps to apply are:

1. Visit the official OPSC website.
2. Open the OPSC Recruitment 2026 section.
3. Select the Assistant Public Prosecutor recruitment link.
4. Complete the registration process.
5. Log in using the required credentials.
6. Enter personal, academic and professional details.
7. Upload the required documents and certificates.
8. Check all details entered in the application form.
9. Complete the required application formalities.
10. Submit the application form.
11. Download and save the final application for future reference.

Candidates should ensure that the information provided in the OPSC APP application form 2026 matches their original documents.

OPSC APP Exam Date 2026

The OPSC APP Prelims Exam Date 2026 has been tentatively scheduled for November 1, 2026 (Sunday). Candidates should note that the date is subject to the final schedule issued by OPSC.

The selection process will be conducted in three stages:

1. Preliminary Examination
2. Main Written Examination
3. Personality Test/Interview

The preliminary examination will be used as a screening test, while marks secured in the Main Examination and Personality Test/Interview will be considered for the final merit list.

OPSC APP Exam Pattern 2026

The OPSC APP Exam Pattern 2026 includes a 100-mark Preliminary Examination followed by a 600-mark Main Written Examination and a 50-mark Personality Test/Interview.

The OPSC APP Preliminary Examination will contain 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks. The duration of the preliminary examination will be two hours. There will also be negative marking for incorrect answers.

The Main Written Examination will consist of four descriptive papers covering General English, Criminal Major Laws, Criminal Minor Laws and Miscellaneous Laws, with each paper carrying 150 marks.

OPSC Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

The important dates for OPSC Recruitment 2026 are given below:

Candidates should regularly check the OPSC website for updates regarding the OPSC APP admit card 2026, Main Examination schedule and other recruitment announcements.

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