CGPSC Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer ADPO Online Form 2026
Apply for 15 Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer (ADPO) vacancies of CGPSC 2026. Check dates, eligibility, fees, vacancy matrix and how to apply.
📅 Updated20 Jun 2026
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CGPSC Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer (ADPO) Recruitment 2026
About the Recruitment
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has issued Notification No. 03/2026/Exam dated 17 June 2026 for the appointment of Assistant District Public Prosecution Officers (Home Department). A total of 15 regular and backlog posts are advertised for eligible Indian citizens holding a law degree.
Recruitment Overview
Positions are gazetted Class‑II with a Pay Scale Level‑9 (Rs. 38,100 – 1,20,400) plus allowances. The selection process comprises a written offline examination (CBT) and a personal interview.
Fee refund is available only to local residents who attend the exam; portal charges/GST are non‑refundable. Payments are accepted online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
Age Limit
Minimum Age
21 years (as on 01 Jan 2026)
Maximum Age – General/Out‑of‑State
30 years
Maximum Age – Chhattisgarh Residents
40 years (unemployed educated candidates)
Relaxations
SC/ST/OBC + 5 yrs; Women + 10 yrs; PwBD + 5 yrs (capped at 45 yrs)
Educational Qualification
LL.B or Law Graduate degree from a recognized university/institute.
Degree certificate must be obtained on or before 21 July 2026.
Vacancy Details
Post
ADPO (Gazetted Class‑II)
Total Vacancies
15
Regular Division (10 Posts)
UR 4, ST 3, SC 1, OBC 2 (includes 1 UR female seat)
Backlog Division (5 Posts)
ST 2, SC 1, OBC 2
PwBD (One‑Arm) Reserved
5
Selection Process
Stage 1: Written Offline Examination/CBT – 300 marks.
Stage 2: Personal Interview – 30 marks.
Total: 330 marks.
Written Exam Pattern
150 objective questions (3 hours).
Part‑1: General Knowledge – 50 questions (100 marks).
Part‑2: Law – 100 questions (200 marks) covering major and minor legal acts.
Bilingual (Hindi & English).
Negative marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
Qualifying marks: 33 % for General/UR, 23 % for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD.
Examination Centres
Raipur
Bilaspur
Durg
Jagdalpur
Ambikapur
How to Apply Online
Visit the official portal www.psc.cg.gov.in during the application window.
Register a new profile and complete verification.
Upload a recent live photograph (JPG, ≤100 KB) with a plain background.
Upload a scanned signature (JPG, ≤100 KB).
Fill in personal and educational details accurately.
Pay the applicable fee online.
Submit the application and save the receipt for future reference.
Why Join CGPSC as ADPO?
Gazetted status with attractive pay scale and allowances.
Opportunity to work in the Home Department handling public prosecution matters.
Career growth through promotions and postings across the state.
What is the online application period? 22 June 2026 (12:00 PM) to 21 July 2026 (11:59 PM).
Is there negative marking? Yes, 1/3 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
Which major legal acts are included in the syllabus? Constitution of India (specific parts), Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023.
How can I correct mistakes in my application? Free correction online from 22 July to 24 July 2026; paid correction (Rs. 500) on 25‑26 July 2026.
Do out‑of‑state candidates get fee refunds? No, refunds are only for Chhattisgarh residents who attend the exam.
What are the age relaxations for women? An additional 10 years over the standard limit, subject to the overall cap of 45 years.
How many PwBD seats are reserved? Five seats for candidates with One‑Arm (OA) disability, limited to Chhattisgarh residents.
What is the interview weightage? The personal interview carries 30 marks out of the total 330 marks.
Conclusion
The CGPSC ADPO 2026 recruitment offers a prestigious gazetted position for law graduates seeking a stable career in the public prosecution system of Chhattisgarh. Candidates should carefully review eligibility, adhere to the application timeline, and prepare for the comprehensive written test. Timely submission of a flawless online application and payment of the correct fee are crucial to securing a seat in the selection process.
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