CGPSC
CGPSC ADPO Recruitment 2026
Organization
Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC)
Total Vacancy
15 Posts
Last Date to Apply
21 July 2026
Job Location
All India
Important Dates
Online Apply Start Date
22 June 2026
Online Apply Last Date
21 July 2026
Correction Date
22-24 July 2026
Exam Date
20 September 2026 Tentative
Application Fees
For General, Other State
₹ 400/-
For OBC/ EWS/ SC / ST
₹ 300/-
GST & Portal Charge Extra.
Age Limits & Relaxations
Minimum Age
21 YearsMaximum Age
30 YearsAge Relaxation Extra as per CGPSC Examination 2026
Recruitment Overview
Apply online for CGPSC ADPO Recruitment 2026. Check the official notification, eligibility criteria, age limits, law syllabus, and direct registration links for 15 Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer posts.
CGPSC ADPO 2026 Eligibility Breakdown
| Parameter | Criteria Specifications | Important Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Degree (3-year or 5-year integrated course) from a UGC/BCI recognized university. | Final-year students waiting for results are not eligible. You must hold the complete degree by July 21, 2026. |
| Minimum Age Limit | 21 Years (As of January 1, 2026) | Applicable to all applicants from all states. |
| Max Age (Other States) | 30 Years (As of January 1, 2026) | Candidates from outside Chhattisgarh get no category concessions. |
| Max Age (CG Domicile) | 40 Years (As of January 1, 2026) | Standard upper age limit relaxed up to 40 years for local general residents. |
| Category Relaxations (CG Residents Only) | * SC / ST / OBC (NCL): +5 Years * Local Resident Women: +10 Years | The absolute maximum age after all relaxations combined cannot exceed 45 years. |
| Nationality | Must be a Citizen of India. | Open to all states (outside candidates fall under Unreserved/General). |
| Disqualification Elements | * Convictions involving moral turpitude or crimes against women. * Bigamy (More than one living spouse). | Leads to immediate cancellation of candidature. |
How To apply CGPSC Assistant District Prosecution Officer ADPO Online Form 2026 ?
The online application portal for the CGPSC Assistant District Prosecution Officer (ADPO) 2026 recruitment remains active from June 22, 2026, until July 21, 2026 (11:59 PM). Applications are submitted exclusively online through the Commission's web portal.
- Visit the Official Portal: Open your web browser and navigate directly to the CGPSC official recruitment sub-domain at psc.cg.gov.in. Click on the "Online Application" tab located on the home page.
- Select the ADPO Exam Link: Locate and click on the specific link titled "Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer Exam-2026". This will route you directly to the dedicated applicant registration portal.
- Generate One-Time Registration (OTR): Click on "New Registration". Input your basic personal identity information including your full name, mobile number, and email address. Click "Generate OTP" to verify your contact channels and establish your login password.
- Complete Your Profile Details: Log back into the active dashboard using your newly created credentials. Fill out the comprehensive profile form including your parental details, permanent communication address, category (SC/ST/OBC/General), and your local domicile status for Chhattisgarh state.
- Enter Academic Qualifications: Navigate to the academic section and enter your educational milestones sequentially (Matriculation, Higher Secondary, and your professional LLB Degree). Ensure you input exact graduation dates and overall percentage points.
- Upload Scanned Documents: Upload your digital passport photo and signature files into the designated upload fields. Ensure they conform strictly to the dimensions and file size caps outlined by the web system.
- Process the Application Fee Payment: Review your filled form details through the "Preview" page to eliminate any clerical mistakes. Proceed to the payment gateway to pay your application fee via credit card, debit card, internet banking, or UPI (₹300 for local reserved residents; ₹400 for general and outside-state applicants plus portal transaction taxes).
- Print Confirmation Receipt: Once the transaction is successfully captured, click the final submission authorization button. Download the generated PDF confirmation receipt and print out a copy for your physical document verification rounds.
Important Useful Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a UGC-recognized university. Final-year students whose results are still awaited are not eligible to apply.
The online application window is open from June 22 to July 21, 2026. General category and all candidates applying from outside Chhattisgarh need to pay an application fee of ₹400.
The selection relies on a two-stage evaluation process. It includes a 3-hour objective written examination worth 300 marks (covering General Knowledge and Law) followed by a 30-mark interview round.
Yes, a negative marking system is active in the written exam. For every incorrect answer chosen by the candidate, 1/3rd (one-third) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted.
The minimum age requirement is 21 years. The maximum age limit is 30 years for candidates from other states, and 40 years for local residents belonging to the general category in Chhattisgarh.