Exam Overview
The UPPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) exam is a highly esteemed recruitment process conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC). This examination aims to select qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Prosecution Officers in Uttar Pradesh, assessing their knowledge of essential criminal laws, general awareness, and language proficiency.
Exam Pattern
| Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 50 | 50 | Combined 2 Hours |
| Law | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Note: The Prelims is an objective screening test, where negative marking of 0.33 marks applies for each incorrect answer.
Subject-wise Syllabus
Prelims Syllabus
- General Knowledge: General Science, Current Affairs, History of India, Indian National Movement, Indian Polity and Economy, World Geography.
- Law: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023, Uttar Pradesh Police Act.
Mains Syllabus
- General Knowledge: Static GK and Current Affairs.
- General Hindi: Essay writing, Precis writing, Translation, and Grammar.
- Criminal Law & Procedure: Coverage of key laws and procedures.
- Law of Evidence: Full coverage of Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023.
- Other Laws: Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, and various special acts.
Preparation Tips
- Thoroughly read Bare Acts (IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act, Constitution).
- Practice structured answer writing for Mains.
- Regularly revise current affairs from the last 1-2 years.
- Solve previous year papers and mock tests for Prelims.
- Stay updated on changes in criminal laws from official sources.
Important Links
| Link Description | URL |
|---|---|
| Official UPPSC Website | uppsc.up.nic.in |
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