About the Organization

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is a premier constitutional body in India responsible for recruiting candidates to various civil services and government positions. UPSC is widely recognized for its transparency, merit-based selection process, and contribution to strengthening administrative and legal frameworks in the country.

Through its examinations and recruitment drives, UPSC has maintained a legacy of academic and professional excellence. Its recruitment initiatives, including positions in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), provide legal professionals with opportunities to serve the public interest, handle critical investigative responsibilities, and contribute to the rule of law in India.

About the Event

This government legal job opportunity invites applications for the posts of Assistant Public Prosecutor and Public Prosecutor on a contractual basis with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). These positions are ideal for law graduates and legal professionals seeking careers in prosecution, criminal investigation, and litigation before courts of law.

Selected candidates will be responsible for conducting prosecutions, assisting senior officers in criminal investigations, preparing case briefs, and representing the government in legal proceedings. These positions offer hands-on exposure to high-stakes litigation, investigative procedures, and the judicial process in India.

Event Timeline

Format and Structure

The recruitment process will include the following phases:

1. Online Application Submission – Candidates must apply through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.
2. Screening & Shortlisting – Applications will be evaluated for eligibility criteria, qualifications, and experience in legal practice.
3. Interviews / Evaluation – Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview or oral assessment conducted by the CBI/UPSC panel.

Evaluation will focus on candidates’ legal knowledge, analytical skills, clarity of thought, drafting ability, and understanding of criminal law and prosecution procedures. Selected candidates will be notified via email.

Location and Mode

Venue: CBI Offices / Assigned Locations in India
Mode: Online application; subsequent evaluation and joining will follow offline procedures

Additional Highlights

• Pay Scale:
  • Assistant Public Prosecutor: Level-7 Pay Matrix
  • Public Prosecutor: Level-10 Pay Matrix
• Eligibility: Candidates must be law graduates or postgraduates from recognized universities in India.
• Number of Vacancies: Multiple posts (as per UPSC ORA Notification No. 12/2025)
• Registration Fee: As per UPSC norms
• Perks & Benefits: Government employment perks, professional development, exposure to criminal law and investigative procedures

FAQs

Q1: Who can apply for these posts?
A: Law graduates/postgraduates eligible as per UPSC criteria, including age and qualification limits, can apply.

Q2: Is prior experience required?
A: Candidates with legal practice or prosecution experience may be preferred; fresh law graduates meeting the eligibility criteria can also apply.

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Q3: What is the salary offered?
A: Level-7 and Level-10 Pay Matrix, as applicable to the respective posts.

Q4: Will a certificate be provided?
A: Appointment letters will be issued to selected candidates upon successful recruitment.

Q5: Is there any application fee?
A: As per UPSC norms; details available on the official website.

Q6: Can international candidates apply?
A: No, the opportunity is limited to Indian citizens meeting the legal and eligibility criteria.

Q7: What is the mode of the recruitment process?
A: Initial application is online; interviews or further assessments will be conducted offline at designated locations.

Important Links

• UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) Portal: https://upsconline.gov.in/ora
• Official Advertisement: UPSC Indicative Advertisement No. 12/2025

Contact

Email: info@upsc.gov.in
Phone: +91-11-23385271

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Legal Subjects Notes & Career Guides

• Judicial Review & Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
• Union-State Relations
• Emergency Provisions (Articles 352–360)