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Bihar APO Exam 2025 Check Vacancies, Eligibility & Exam Dates

Author : Pragati Pragi

October 24, 2025

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Overview: APO aspirants, it's time to fasten your preparation because the Bihar APO exam 2025 is expected to be announced by the end of this year. Read to know about the expected dates, vacancies, syllabus and more!

If you are preparing for the Assistant Prosecution Exam, then the wait is over! The BPSC Bihar APO Recruitment 2025 is going to be released by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) by the end of this year. The recruitment drive by BPSC aims to fill vacancies for the post of Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) in Bihar at Level 8 Grade pay.

Aspirants preparing for the APO in Bihar examination should make sure they are updated with the official announcement and fully understand all aspects of the recruitment process. Read the guide to know about the details, including eligibility, the three-stage selection process, syllabus, and salary expectations.

Bihar APO Recruitment 2025: Important Information

The official BPSC Bihar APO Recruitment Notification 2025 will contain all the necessary details regarding vacancies, exam dates, and selection criteria. Candidates can keep visiting the official BPSC website regularly for updates.

Particulars 

Details 

Conducting Authority 

Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) 

Post Name 

Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) 

Job Location 

Bihar 

Selection Process 

Prelims, Mains, and Interview 

Application Mode 

Online 

Notification Release Date 

To be announced 

Number of Vacancies 

To be announced 

Important Dates to Note for Bihar APO 2025

While the official notification is pending, the dates for the BPSC Bihar APO Recruitment 2025 are based on previous trends. Candidates should keep an eye out for the official release. 

Event 

Date Status 

Notification Release Date 

To be announced 

Start of Online Application 

To be announced 

Last Date to Apply Online 

To be announced 

Prelims Exam Date 

Expected in 2025 

Mains Exam Date 

Expected in 2025 

Interview Date 

To be announced 

Expected Vacancies for Bihar APO 2025

The exact number of vacancies for BPSC Bihar APO Recruitment 2025 will be disclosed in the official Bihar APO notification. However, in previous years, the commission has announced over 500 vacancies, suggesting the potential for a significant number of posts this year. 

Eligibility Criteria for Bihar APO 2025 Exam

You must satisfy the minimum eligibility criteria to apply for the BPSC Bihar APO Recruitment 2025:

1. Educational Qualification 

  • Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a university that is recognized. 

2. Age Limit (Expected) 

  • Minimum Age: 21 years. 
  • Maximum Age: 37 years (for General Male candidates). 
  • Maximum Age: 40 years (for General Female and OBC candidates). 
  • Maximum Age: 42 years (for SC/ST candidates). 

Bihar APO Selection Process 

The BPSC Bihar APO Recruitment 2025 Selection Process is rigorous and ensures only the most qualified candidates are selected. It consists of three mandatory stages: 

  1. Preliminary Examination (Prelims): It is an objective-type test designed to shortlist candidates who will move on to the Mains exam. 
  2. Mains Examination: The stage involves descriptive papers that critically assess a candidate’s legal knowledge and writing skills. 
  3. Interview: The final stage evaluates the candidate’s legal aptitude, personality, and overall suitability for the demanding role of an APO in Bihar. 

Candidates need to qualify in each stage sequentially to be considered for final selection. 

BPSC Bihar APO Recruitment 2025 Exam Pattern 

The Bihar APO 2025 exam is structured into three distinct phases: Preliminary, Mains, and Interview. Bihar APO syllabus deals with major laws and general science mainly. Apart from that you are expected to know elementary level English and Hindi too. You can read about the Bihar APO Syllabus 2025 to know abou it in detail.

Preliminary Exam Pattern 

The Bihar APO 2025 Prelims exam pattern is objective-type and is only qualifying in nature. 

Subject 

Questions 

Marks 

Duration 

General Studies 

100 

100 

2 hours 

Law 

100 

150 

2 hours 

Mains Exam Pattern 

The Bihar APO 2025 Mains examination consists of descriptive questions, testing in-depth legal and language expertise. You need to understand the Bihar APO  2025 syllabus and keep solving the Bihar APO previous year question papers to score well in the exam.

Paper 

Marks 

Duration 

Details 

General Studies 

100 

3 hours 

Essential knowledge component 

General Hindi 

100 

3 hours 

Qualifying in nature (minimum 30 marks required) 

English Language 

100 

3 hours 

Essential language component 

Indian Penal Code/BNS

150 

3 hours 

Core legal subject 

Indian Evidence Act/BSA

150 

3 hours 

Core legal subject 

Code of Criminal Procedure/ BNSS 

150 

3 hours 

Core legal subject 

Additional Law Paper 

150 

3 hours 

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Bihar APO Interview Round 

Candidates who successfully clear the Bihar APO Mains exam are called for the interview. This round carries 100 marks and focuses on assessing the candidate’s communication skills, personality, and foundational legal knowledge. You can keep practising mock interviews, watch Bihar APO interview videos online to know about the actual environment and level of difficulty of the Bihar APO interview exam.

How to Apply for the BPSC Bihar APO 2025? 

The BPSC Bihar APO 2025 Recruitment Apply Online Link will be activated on the official website once the notification is officially released. 

Steps to Apply Online for Bihar APO 2025

To successfully submit your Bihar APO 2025 application, follow these simple steps: 

  1. Visit the official BPSC website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in
  2. Click on the “Apply Online” link within the BPSC Bihar APO Recruitment Notification 2025 section. 
  3. Register using your mobile number and email ID to establish login credentials. 
  4. Carefully complete the application form with all required contact, educational, and personal details. 
  5. Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, including your photograph and signature. 
  6. Pay the application fee using the available online payment options (debit card, credit card, or net banking). 
  7. Submit the form and download the confirmation receipt for your future records. 

Bihar APO 2025 Application Fee Structure 

Candidates filling the form of APO in Bihar 2025 need to pay the application fee based on their category. The fees breakdown is given below:

Category 

Application Fee (₹) 

General / OBC Candidates 

₹600 

SC / ST / Female Candidates 

₹150 

PwD Candidates 

₹150 

Bihar APO Salary 2025

The Bihar APO Salary is highly competitive and provides significant benefits along with the package.

The post is expected to fall under Pay Level 9. The basic pay scale generally ranges between ₹53,100 and ₹1,67,800 as per the 7th Pay Commission. Additionally, appointed officers receive allowances such as House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), and other government-approved benefits. 

Key Takeaways and Final Actions 

  • Stay Updated: Regularly check the official BPSC website (www.bpsc.bih.nic.in or bpsc.bihar.gov.in) for the official notification PDF, which will confirm the exact vacancies, dates, and detailed selection criteria for the Bihar APO 2025 exam.
  • Prepare Strategically: Remember that you must qualify in each sequential stage of the selection process.
  • Act Swiftly: Be ready to utilize the BPSC Bihar APO 2025 Recruitment Apply Online Link immediately once it is activated on the official site and start preparing by following the Bihar APO syllabus.

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Pragati Pragi

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A Gold Medalist with a B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) from DSNLU, Visakhapatnam. With two years of experience in research-oriented content writing, I write here to contribute effectively to the legal profession.... more