Govt Advocates
Exams Guide
Complete information on APO, JLO, APP, and other Public Prosecutor examinations conducted by Various State PSCs.
Popular Legal Service Exams
APO / APP
Assistant Prosecution Officer / Assistant Public Prosecutor
Responsible for conducting prosecutions on behalf of the state in Magistrate Courts. Conducted by State PSCs (e.g., UPPSC, BPSC, RPSC).
JLO
Junior Legal Officer
Assists the government departments in legal matters, drafting, and appearing in courts. Noted exam: RPSC JLO.
District Attorney / Public Prosecutor
Higher level positions involving representation in Session Courts. Often requires minimum 7 years of practice experience at the bar.
Common Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
LLB Degree (3 or 5 years) from a BCI recognized University. In some states, specialized knowledge of local language is required.
Age Limit
Generally 21 to 40 years. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per state government rules.
Experience
For APO/JLO: Freshers are mostly eligible. For PP/Special PP: 7 to 10 years of active bar practice is usually mandatory.
Enrollment
Must be enrolled as an Advocate with any State Bar Council in India at the time of application.
Standard Examination Pattern
Stage 1: Preliminary Exam
Objective type (MCQs) covering Law (IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act) and Genral Studies/GS.
Stage 2: Written Examination (Mains)
Descriptive papers covering Substantive Law, Procedure Law, and Language (Hindi/English).
Stage 3: Interview
Personal interview to check the candidate's character, personality, and suitability for the post.
Statewise Portals
Check official PSC websites for notifications.