UPPSC APO Recruitment 2025- the applicatin form is open for the recruitment of APO in Uttar Pradesh. There are 182 Vacancies available to be applied. Categories wise distribution is below in the article. What is eligibility criteria and who deserves to clear the exam is mentioned. The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released the UP APO (Assistant Prosecution Officer) Recruitment 2025 notification with 182 vacancies. Here are the key details:
UPPSC APO Recruitment 2025
Number of Vacancies: 182 posts
| Application form Opens | 16-Sep |
| Application form Closes | 24-Oct |
| Correction Window | 24-Oct |
| Application fee submission last date | 24-Oct |
Age Limit:
21 to 40 years (relaxations applicable for reserved categories)
Educational Qualification:
Must have a Law Degree (LLB) from a recognised university (3 or 5 years integrated course)
Selection Phases
- Preliminary Exam (Objective, General Knowledge & Law)
- Mains Exam (Descriptive, subjects include Criminal Law, Evidence, Hindi)
- Interview
- Medical Examination
Exam Mode:
Offline OMR-based for Prelims and descriptive for Mains
- Job Location: Uttar Pradesh
- Salary: Level 8 in 7th Pay Commission,
- Rs. 47,600 to Rs.. 1,51,100 approx.
Category-wise Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
| Unreserved (UR) | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 |
| Other Backward Classes | 61 |
| Economically Weaker Sect | 18 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 9 |
| Persons with Disabilities | 7 |
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters | 3 |
| Women Reservation | 36 |
Eligibility Summary
The candidate must be an Indian citizen.
You are holding a Law degree, an integrated or any other Law Degree
Freshers can apply; prior experience is not mandatory.
Age
Age between 21-40 years as on 1 July 2025.
Upper Age relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation | Maximum Age Limit (as of 01/07/2025) |
| General | No | 40 years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 3 years | 43 years |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 years | 45 years |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 years | 45 years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | Up to 15 years | 55 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 years | As per service |
| State Government Employees | 5 years | As applicable |
| Teachers/Staff of Govt-Aided Secondary Schools | 5 years | As applicable |
Preference
Preference is also allowed here for the candidates who has served for a minimum period of two years in Territorial Army or has obtained B certificate of NCC
.
How to Apply
Candidates have no other choice but to apply online only. The first step is OTR registration. Following is the steps to online
- Online applications open at the official UPPSC website: https://uppsc.up.nic.in
- Candidates need to register, fill in their details, upload necessary documents, and pay the application fee.
- Keep documents like educational certificates, identity proofs, and category certificates ready.
The full exam pattern for UPPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Recruitment 2025 is as follows:
Preliminary Examination
- Mode: Offline, OMR-based
- Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Total Marks: 200 marks
- Subjects and Marks Distribution:
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
| General Knowledge | 100 | 100 |
| Law | 100 | 100 |
Qualifying Marks:
How much a candidate must score in the Preliminary exam
Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks (usually around 40-45%) to be eligible for the Mains exam.
The table is given here for your reference
Who can qualify UPPSC APO exam?
Strong knowledge of Criminal Law, General Knowledge, and Legal subjects is essential.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks (Approximate) |
| General (UR) | 40-45% |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 35-40% |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30-35% |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30-35% |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | As per government rules |
Mains Examination
- Mode: Offline, Descriptive type
- Duration: 3 hours per paper
- Total Marks: 400 marks (two papers, 200 marks each)
| Paper | Topics | Marks |
| Paper 1 | Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure Code, Indian Evidence Act, IPC Sections | 200 |
| Paper 2 | General Hindi, Essay, Precise, Letter/Application Writing | 200 |
- Qualifying Marks: Candidate should pass each paper with minimum marks fixed by UPPSC (usually 40%)
Interview/Personality Test
This is the last stage of recruitment and is held for candidates who have qualified for the Mains. The marks vary, generally 50-100
Assesses personality, communication skills, attitude, etc. These qualities are important in an interview
How to apply?
To apply online and pay the application fee on the UPPSC website for recruitment exams like UPPSC APO, follow these steps:
Step-by-Step Online Application Process on UPPSC Website
Visit Official UPPSC Website:
Go to https://uppsc.up.nic.in
Register (One-Time Registration – OTR):
If not registered, complete the One-Time Registration by providing basic personal details, valid mobile number, and email ID.
Get your registration ID and password.
Now Login to Candidate Dashboard:
Use your registration ID and password to log in.
Select Recruitment Notification:
“UPPSC APO Recruitment 2025.” Application
- Fill Application Form:
- Complete detailed application form with personal info, educational qualifications, category, address, etc.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required certificates as per specifications
- Click on the payment option.
- Application fee details (example for UPPSC):
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹125
- SC/ST: ₹65
- PWD: ₹25
- Payment modes supported: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI E-Challan.
- Complete the fee payment
- Application Fee:
- Submit Application Form:
- Preview the form and make any corrections if needed.
- Confirm and submit the application.
- Download and Print Confirmation:
- After successful submission, download and print the application confirmation slip for future reference.
Important Notes
- Keep all certificates and documents ready before starting online application.
- Check the image and document size/dimension guidelines carefully during upload.
- Make sure payment is completed successfully before final submission.
- Editing the form is allowed only once during correction window announced by UPPSC.
OTR Registrations
This is the first stage of applying. Keep the following documents ready
- Valid Photo Identity Card (any one): Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Driving License, Voter ID, Passport, or any government-issued photo ID.
- Scanned a recent passport-sized photograph
- Scanned signature
- Educational certificates (if applicable)
- Other documents like category certificate, domicile certificate as applicable
Photo and Signature Specifications
- Photograph:
- Size: Should not exceed 20 KB
- Dimensions: 5 cm width × 6 cm height (Some sources mention 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm as well; check latest notification)
- Format: JPG or JPEG
- Photo should be recent, clear, with a white background, showing the full face and head.
- Signature:
- Size: Should not exceed 20 KB
- Dimensions: 6 cm width × 3 cm height
- Format: JPG or JPEG
- Signature must be done on white paper with black ink and scanned properly.
Important Notes
- The photo and signature must be clear and legible to avoid rejection.
- Upload files in prescribed formats only.
- The specifications help to avoid distortion or cropping during online application.
Who can qualify the exam?
- Candidate must know that hard work is the key here so strong knowledge of Criminal Law, General Knowledge, and Legal subjects is essential.
- Candidates must aim to score the minimum qualifying marks in the Prelims and Mains stages.
- Intervie, and Medical Test are also very important
- Time management, good understanding of law, and effective exam strategies are crucial.