CGPSC Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer ADPO Online Form 2026

The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) invites applications for the post of Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer (ADPO) 2026. CGPSC is the premier recruitment body of Chhattisgarh state responsible for conducting competitive examinations for various state civil services positions. The ADPO post is a Group-B gazetted position under the Law and Legislative Affairs Department of Chhattisgarh Government. Selected candidates will serve as public prosecutors representing the state in criminal cases at the district court level. This is a prestigious position requiring legal expertise and advocacy skills. The recruitment process involves a written examination followed by document verification and interview.

Important Dates

Vacancy Distribution (Typical / Indicative)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) degree from a recognized University
• Must be enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of India or State Bar Council
• Minimum 3 years of practice experience as an Advocate in criminal matters preferred
• Knowledge of Hindi and Chhattisgarhi language is mandatory

Age Limit

Age as on January 1, 2026:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Domicile of Chhattisgarh state is mandatory for state quota posts

How to Apply

1. Visit the official CGPSC website at www.psc.cg.gov.in
2. Click on "Online Application" link for ADPO Recruitment 2026
3. Register as a new user with valid email ID and mobile number
4. Complete the registration and note down your Registration Number
5. Login with credentials and fill the application form with personal, educational, and professional details
6. Upload scanned copies of photograph (50 KB), signature (20 KB), and relevant certificates
7. Pay the application fee through online mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
8. Submit the application form and take printout for future reference
9. No need to send hard copy unless specifically mentioned in notification

Application Fee (Typical / Indicative)

Note: Payment gateway charges extra as applicable.

Selection Process

The selection will be conducted through the following stages:

1. Preliminary Examination: An objective-type screening test covering General Studies, Law, and Aptitude. Candidates qualifying the cutoff will be called for Mains examination.

1. Main Examination: A descriptive/conventional type written examination testing in-depth knowledge of Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Evidence Act, and legal procedures. This carries maximum weightage in final merit.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates from Mains will undergo scrutiny of all original certificates including degree, Bar Council enrollment, caste certificate, domicile certificate, and experience certificates.

1. Personal Interview: Final stage comprising personality test and oral examination by a board of experts assessing legal knowledge, communication skills, court procedure awareness, and suitability for the post. Typically carries 100-150 marks.

1. Final Merit List: Prepared based on combined marks of Mains examination and Interview in prescribed ratio (usually 75:25 or 80:20).

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates must undergo medical fitness test as per government standards before appointment.

Examination Pattern

Preliminary Examination

Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer in objective questions.

Main Examination

Negative Marking: No negative marking in descriptive papers. Interview carries 100-150 marks separately.

Detailed Syllabus

General Studies

• Indian History and Freedom Movement
• Geography of India and Chhattisgarh
• Indian Polity and Governance
• Economic and Social Development
• Environmental Ecology and Biodiversity
• General Science and Technology

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• National and International Current Affairs
• Sports, Awards and Honors
• Books and Authors
• Important Days and Events
• Chhattisgarh State Affairs, Culture, and Heritage

Legal Aptitude & Reasoning

• Legal reasoning and interpretation
• Comprehension of legal passages
• Logical reasoning and analytical ability
• Legal maxims and terminology
• Landmark judgments awareness

Constitutional Law of India

• Historical background and making of Constitution
• Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles
• Union and State Executive, Legislature, Judiciary
• Centre-State Relations
• Constitutional Amendments
• Emergency Provisions
• Panchayati Raj and Urban Local Bodies

Indian Penal Code (IPC)

• General Principles and Exceptions
• Offences against State, Public Tranquility, Human Body
• Offences against Property and Documents
• Offences relating to Marriage, Defamation, Criminal Intimidation
• Conspiracy and Abetment
• Recent amendments in IPC

Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)

• Powers of Police and Magistrates
• Arrest, Bail, and Custody provisions
• Trial procedures and Judgments
• Appeals, Revisions and References
• FIR, Charge sheet, and Investigation procedures

Indian Evidence Act

• Relevancy and Admissibility of Evidence
• Documentary and Oral Evidence
• Examination of Witnesses
• Burden of Proof
• Presumptions and Estoppel
• Dying Declaration and Expert Opinion

Professional Ethics for Advocates

• Bar Council Rules and Code of Conduct
• Duties towards Court and Client
• Professional etiquette and accountability
• Contempt of Court provisions

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative - 7th Pay Commission)

Additional Benefits: Medical facilities, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Provident Fund, Pension benefits, New Pension Scheme (NPS), and other allowances as per Chhattisgarh State Government rules.

The ADPO post offers excellent career progression within the judicial and legal services of Chhattisgarh. After gaining experience, ADPOs can be promoted to District Public Prosecutor, Additional District Public Prosecutor, and subsequently to Government Advocate positions. With distinguished service, one can reach the position of Additional Advocate General or even Advocate General of Chhattisgarh. The position also provides opportunities for deputation to central legal departments and lateral entry to higher judicial services.

The CGPSC will release admit cards for Preliminary and Main examinations separately on its official website approximately 10-15 days before the respective exam dates. Candidates must login to the CGPSC portal using their registration number and password/date of birth to download the admit card. No admit card will be sent by post. The admit card contains the candidate's roll number, exam centre details, reporting time, and important instructions.

CGPSC declares results in multiple stages - Preliminary exam result (qualifying nature), Mains exam result with marks, and Final result after interview. All results are published on the official website www.psc.cg.gov.in. Candidates can check their results by entering their roll number. The preliminary result typically takes 4-6 weeks after exam, mains result takes 2-3 months, and final result is declared 2-3 months after interviews conclude.

Cutoff marks vary each year based on vacancy, difficulty level, and number of candidates. For CGPSC ADPO examination, the typical cutoff in Preliminary exam ranges from 45-55% for General category, 40-50% for OBC, and 35-45% for SC/ST candidates. For final selection after interview, candidates typically need to score 50-60% aggregate marks in Mains + Interview combined. The commission publishes category-wise cutoff marks along with the final result.

Examination Centres

The CGPSC conducts examinations at various centres primarily within Chhattisgarh state:

Chhattisgarh State: Raipur, Bilaspur, Durg, Bhilai, Korba, Rajnandgaon, Jagdalpur, Raigarh, Ambikapur, Dhamtari, Mahasamund, Dantewada

Neighbouring States (if applicable): Bhopal (MP), Nagpur (Maharashtra)

Note: Primary centres are in Raipur and Bilaspur. Candidates can select their preferred centre during application, subject to availability. The Commission reserves the right to change/cancel any centre depending on administrative feasibility.