Chhattisgarh ADPO Notification 2026

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   19-Jun-2026 | Drishti The Vision



Table of Contents 

  1. Key Recruitment Details 
  2. Eligibility Criteria 
  3. Application Process and Fee 
  4. Exam Schedule 
  5. Selection Process 
  6. Conclusion

The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has officially announced the recruitment for the post of Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer (ADPO), inviting applications for 15 posts. The notification was released on June 17, 2026, and the online application window opens on June 22, 2026, and closes on July 21, 2026. The written examination is tentatively scheduled for September 20, 2026. 

Key Recruitment Details 

Particulars 

Details 

Conducting Body 

Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) 

Post 

Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer (ADPO) 

Total Vacancies 

15 

Job Type 

Regular – Gazetted Second Class 

Notification Release Date 

17 June 2026 

Application Mode 

Online 

Application Start Date 

22 June 2026 

Last Date to Apply 

21 July 2026 

Probable Written Exam Date 

20 September 2026 

Official Website 

 Eligibility Criteria 

Candidates must fulfil the following eligibility conditions before applying for the CGPSC ADPO Notification 2026: 

Nationality: 

  • The candidate must be a citizen of India. 

Age Limit (as on January 01, 2026): 

  • Minimum age: 21 years.
  • Maximum age for local Chhattisgarh residents: 40 years.
  • Maximum age for other state candidates: 30 years.
  • Age relaxation for reserved categories is applicable as per government rules. 

Educational Qualification: 

  • Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) from a university or college recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
  • Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible to apply. 

Application Process and Fee 

  • The CGPSC ADPO application process is entirely online, and the application form will be active from June 22, 2026, on the official website: www.psc.cg.gov.in 

Category 

Fee 

Local Chhattisgarh Residents (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) 

Rs. 300/- 

General Category and All Outside State Candidates 

Rs. 400/- 

 

  • Free Correction Window: July 22 to July 24, 2026 
  • Paid Correction Window: July 25 to July 26, 2026 

Exam Schedule 

Name of Exam 

Proposed Exam Date 

Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer Written Examination, 2026 

20 September 2026 

 Selection Process 

The selection process for the CGPSC ADPO Notification 2026 is structured across two stages to comprehensively evaluate candidates for the ADPO posts: 

Written Examination (300 Marks) — A single objective-type paper of 3 hours, divided into two parts:  

  • Part 1 (General Knowledge), comprising 50 questions worth 100 marks 
  • Part 2 (Law), comprising 100 questions worth 200 marks  

Interview Round (30 Marks) — Candidates clearing the written test cut-off are called for interview, with the commission shortlisting roughly three times the number of vacancies. The final merit list combines written and interview marks. 

Conclusion 

The CGPSC ADPO Notification 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for law graduates in Chhattisgarh to enter the state's prosecution services. With 15 vacancies announced — including 10 regular and 5 backlog posts — and the written examination tentatively scheduled for September 20, 2026, candidates are advised to begin their preparation at the earliest. Applicants must carefully review the official notification PDF available on www.psc.cg.gov.in and ensure they meet all eligibility conditions before submitting their applications between June 22 and July 21, 2026.