π· INTRODUCTION
Good news for law graduates looking for an odisha govt job! The Odisha Public Service Commission has released the OPSC Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 notification for 172 Assistant Public Prosecutor posts under the Home Department. This is one of the most awaited jobs in odisha for legal professionals this year. Online applications open on 28 August 2026, so eligible candidates should start preparing their documents right away.
π· JOB OVERVIEW π
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Public Prosecutor (Group-B) |
| Advertisement No. | 09 of 2026-27 |
| Total Vacancy | 172 Posts |
| Job Location | Odisha (Home Department) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Category | State Government Job |
π· IMPORTANT DATES π
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20 August 2026 |
| Application Starting Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 28 September 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 1 November 2026 (Tentative) |
π· VACANCY DETAILS π§ββοΈ
| Post Name | Total Posts | UR | SEBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | 172 (58 for women) | 86 | 23 | 27 | 36 |
Horizontal Reservation (within above vacancies):
| Category | Posts Reserved |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen | 09 |
| Sports Person | 02 |
| Persons with Disabilities (40%+) | 08 |
π· EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION π
This OPSC Public Prosecutor Recruitment drive is meant for candidates with a legal background. Applicants need:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognised university
- At least 2 years’ experience as a practising Advocate, proven by a certificate from the District & Sessions Judge
- Enrolment certificate from the Bar Council of India / State Bar Council
- Ability to speak, read and write Odia, along with a Class-10 or Middle School language pass in Odia
- Must be an Indian citizen
π· AGE LIMIT π (As on 1 January 2026)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 42 years |
| SEBC/SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen | 5 years relaxation |
| PwD (40%+ disability) | 10 years relaxation |
| PwD + SEBC/SC/ST combined | 15 years relaxation |
π· SALARY DETAILS π°
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Rs. 44,900/- |
| Pay Level | Level 10, Pay Matrix (ORSP Rules, 2017) |
| Other Benefits | Dearness Allowance + other allowances as applicable |
π· APPLICATION FEES π³
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other Candidates | Rs. 700/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | No Fee |
Fee is refundable only to candidates who appear for the Preliminary Exam.
π· SELECTION PROCESS π
The OPSC Public Prosecutor Recruitment selection happens in three stages:
- Preliminary Examination β 100 marks (Objective, screening only, not counted in final merit)
- Main Written Examination β 600 marks across 4 papers (General English, Criminal Major Laws, Criminal Minor Laws, Miscellaneous Laws)
- Interview / Personality Test β 50 marks
Final merit is based on Main Exam + Interview marks (650 total).
π· REQUIRED DOCUMENTS π
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law certificate
- Bar Council enrolment certificate
- Advocate practice certificate (District & Sessions Judge format)
- Odia language qualification proof
- Caste/category certificate (if applicable, issued after 29.08.2023 for SEBC)
- Recent passport-size photograph (unsigned, within 6 months)
- Signature and Left-Hand Thumb Impression scan
- Valid ID proof
π· HOW TO APPLY (STEP-BY-STEP) π
- Visit the official website opsc.gov.in
- Find the OPSC Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 notification link
- Register and fill the online application form carefully
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, LTI and required documents
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable)
- Submit the form and note your Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN)
- Take a printout for future reference
π· IMPORTANT LINKS π
- Notification PDF: Click Here
- Apply Link: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
π· IMPORTANT POINTS β οΈ
- Exam venue for both Preliminary and Main exam will be Kataka (Cuttack)
- Government employees must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- SEBC certificates must be dated on or after 29 August 2023
- OBC certificates will not be accepted in place of SEBC
- Candidates using unfair means in exams will be permanently debarred
- Incomplete applications will be rejected without correspondence
π· FAQ FOR OPSC Public Prosecutor Recruitmentβ
Q1. What is the last date to apply for OPSC Public Prosecutor Recruitment?
The last date to apply online is 28 September 2026 (5:00 PM).
Q2. What is the qualification required FOR OPSC Public Prosecutor Recruitment?
A Bachelor’s Degree in Law with at least 2 years of practising experience as an Advocate.
Q3. What is the salary for this post?
Selected candidates get Rs. 44,900/- in Level 10 pay matrix, plus DA and other allowances.
Q4. How can I apply for OPSC Public Prosecutor Recruitment?
Apply only online through opsc.gov.in between 28 August and 28 September 2026.
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