The Delhi APP 2026 last date is 2 October 2026, 6:00 PM, so applicants have very little time left. UPSC has advertised 140 Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) posts in the Directorate of Prosecution, Government of NCT of Delhi. This guide is written mainly for law graduates and practising advocates, and explains legal terms in plain language.
An APP is a government lawyer who conducts criminal cases for the State before Magistrate courts. UPSC released the notification on 10 September 2026 and the online window opened on 12 September. The 9 October date seen on some websites applies only to the Ladakh posts in the same advertisement, not to Delhi APP.
Main Article: Delhi APP Vacancy 2026: 140 Posts, Last Date, Eligibility & How to Apply
What Does an Assistant Public Prosecutor Do?
An APP is a government lawyer who conducts criminal cases on behalf of the State, usually before Magistrate courts. The APP does not represent the police or the victim personally. The role is to present the case fairly for the State.
Legal Framework Behind the Post
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS): the criminal procedure law that replaced the CrPC from 1 July 2024. Section 18 deals with Public Prosecutors, Section 19 with Assistant Public Prosecutors in Magistrate courts, and Section 20 with the Directorate of Prosecution.
- Advocates Act, 1961: governs enrolment with a State Bar Council. Your three years of practice are counted from enrolment.
- Constitution of India: Article 16 guarantees equal opportunity in public jobs, Article 16(4) permits reservation, Article 16(6) covers the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) quota, and Article 320 gives UPSC the role of recruiting for government posts.
- Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016: Section 34 provides reservation for persons with benchmark disabilities (PwBD).
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS): Sections 318 (cheating) and 336 (forgery) can apply to false claims or forged documents.
Delhi APP 2026 at a Glance
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | UPSC |
| Post | Assistant Public Prosecutor |
| Vacancy number | 26091106212 |
| Total vacancies | 140 |
| Notification date | 10 September 2026 |
| Application start | 12 September 2026 |
| Last date | 2 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Official portal | upsconline.nic.in |
| Pay | Level 10 as reported by one source (confirm in the notification) |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Posts | 50 | 14 | 37 | 30 | 9 |
Eligibility Criteria
Education: A law degree from a recognised university, either a 3-year LLB after graduation or a 5-year integrated law course. LLM is not required.
Experience: At least 3 years at the Bar as a practising advocate after Bar Council enrolment. Experience as a Government Advocate is desirable, not mandatory, though it may help in shortlisting if applications are very high.
Age limit (as on 2 October 2026):
| Category | Upper age limit |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 35 years |
| OBC | 38 years |
| SC / ST | 40 years |
| PwBD | +10 years over category limit (40% or more disability), capped at 56 |
| Contractual employee | One-time relaxation up to 5 years, limited to years actually served (minimum 180 days) |
How to Apply Online: Step by Step
Open upsconline.nic.in
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One Time Registration (get Universal Registration Number)
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Fill Common Application Form
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Upload photo and 3 signatures
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Select APP, Vacancy No. 26091106212
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Upload documents and pay fee
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Review, submit, save PDF
- Open the UPSC online portal at upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you do not have an account, then log in with your registration number.
- Fill the Common Application Form with personal details, address and a live photograph.
- Sign three times on plain white paper in black ink and upload the scanned signature in the prescribed format.
- Open the post-specific module for Assistant Public Prosecutor and enter your education details.
- Upload supporting documents in the right format and file size.
- Pay the fee if applicable.
- Review carefully. Your date of birth must match your Class 10 marksheet.
- Submit and save the PDF. Applications cannot be withdrawn or modified afterwards.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Male candidates (UR, EWS, OBC) | Rs 25 |
| Women (all categories), SC, ST, PwBD | Exempt |
The fee is non-refundable and can be paid by debit card, credit card, UPI or net banking.
Documents Checklist
- Class 10 marksheet (proof of date of birth)
- LLB degree or provisional certificate with all marksheets
- Bar Council enrolment certificate
- Experience certificate proving 3 years of practice after enrolment
- SC/ST/OBC certificate, and OBC non-creamy layer certificate if applicable
- PwBD certificate from a recognised medical board, if applicable
- Contractual employee age relaxation certificate, signed and sealed by the Head of Department, if applicable
- Valid photo ID
- Recent photograph and 3 signature specimens
Selection Process
UPSC will decide whether a written recruitment test is held, depending on the number of applications. Shortlisted candidates are then called for an interview or personality test. Dates, syllabus, admit cards and centres will be announced on the UPSC website and sent to your registered email, so keep that email active.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying in the last hour, when the portal is slow
- Claiming a category benefit without a valid certificate
- Date of birth mismatch with the Class 10 marksheet
- Counting experience from before Bar Council enrolment
- Uploading unclear signatures or oversized files
FAQs
2 October 2026 until 6:00 PM. The 9 October date applies only to the Ladakh post.
No. Three years of practice at the Bar is essential.
35 years (UR/EWS), 38 (OBC) and 40 (SC/ST), with extra relaxation for PwBD and contractual employees.
No. No correction window is provided.
Rs 25 for male UR, EWS and OBC candidates. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempt.
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