UPPSC APO Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2025

UPPSC APO Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2025

If you are preparing for the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) recruitment, understanding the UPPSC APO exam pattern 2025 and the detailed UPPSC APO syllabus 2025 is the first step toward success. The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) conducts this competitive exam to recruit qualified candidates for the role of UPPSC APO. Knowing the structure of the exam and the subjects to study will help you plan effectively, save time, and focus on important topics. In this article, we will provide the exam pattern, syllabus, and preparation strategy for 2025.

UPPSC APO Exam Overview 2025

The UPPSC APO exam is conducted in three main stages. Each stage is designed to test a candidate’s knowledge, reasoning, and professional understanding of law.

• Preliminary Exam – Objective type (screening stage)
• Mains Exam – Descriptive written test
• Interview/Personality Test – Final stage
  Candidates must clear each stage to move forward. The exam focuses on both general studies and law subjects, ensuring that candidates are well-rounded in knowledge and professional understanding.

UPPSC APO Exam Pattern 2025

Let us first understand the complete UPPSC APO exam pattern 2025 stage by stage. This will give you clarity about the marking scheme, subjects, and weightage.

Preliminary Exam Pattern

• The preliminary stage is an objective-type paper.
• Total Marks: 300
• Number of Papers: 2 (General Studies & Law)
• Duration: 2 hours for each paper

Preliminary Exam Pattern
Paper	Subject	Marks	Duration
Paper I	General Studies	150	2 hours
Paper II	Law	150	2 hours

 Key Points:

• The exam is objective (multiple-choice questions).
• There is a negative marking system (0.33 marks deduction for each wrong answer).
• The scores from prelims are only for screening; final merit is based on mains + interview

Mains Exam Pattern

Candidates who clear prelims move to the descriptive mains exam.

• Total Marks: 400
• Number of Papers: 4
• Duration: 3 hours for each paper

Mains Exam Pattern
Paper	Subject	Marks	Duration
Paper I	General Knowledge	100	3 hours
Paper II	General Hindi	100	3 hours
Paper III	Criminal Law & Procedure	100	3 hours
Paper IV	Law of Evidence	100	3 hours

Key Points:

• All questions are descriptive.
• Candidates must show a deep understanding of the law.
• Strong writing skills in Hindi are necessary.

Interview/Personality Test

• Total Marks: 50
• Conducted for candidates who clear the mains.
• Focuses on personality, communication skills, and professional understanding of law.

UPPSC APO Syllabus 2025

After understanding the exam pattern, the next important step is the UPPSC APO syllabus 2025. It helps candidates focus on the right topics without wasting time.

Preliminary Exam Syllabus

Paper I – General Studies

• Indian History and National Movement
• Geography of India and the World
• Indian Polity and Governance
• Economy of India and Uttar Pradesh
• General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics)
• Current Affairs (National and International)
• Environmental Studies

Paper II – Law

• Indian Penal Code (IPC)
• Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)
• Evidence Act
• Constitution of India
• Principles of Law of Contracts
• Partnership Act

Mains Exam Syllabus

Paper I – General Knowledge

• History, Culture, and Geography of India
• Current Events of National and International Importance
• Indian Polity and Economy
• General Science and Environmental Awareness

Paper II – General Hindi

• Essay Writing
• Precise Writing
• Translation (English to Hindi and vice versa)
• Grammar and Vocabulary

Paper III – Criminal Law & Procedure

• Indian Penal Code (IPC)
• Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)
• Juvenile Justice Act
• Probation of Offenders Act
• Cyber Crimes and Emerging Legal Issues

Paper IV – Law of Evidence

• Indian Evidence Act
• Principles of Evidence in Criminal Trials
• Application of Evidence Rules in Court
• Important Case Laws

Interview Syllabus

• Current Legal Developments
• Knowledge of the Indian Constitution
• Criminal Law Procedures
• Recent Supreme Court and High Court Judgments
• General Awareness and Personality

Preparation Strategy for UPPSC APO Exam 2025

Preparing for the UPPSC APO exam requires a balance between general studies and law subjects. Here are some practical tips:

• Understand the Syllabus: Break down topics and create a daily study plan.
• Focus on Law Subjects: Give more time to IPC, CrPC, and Evidence Act as they carry high weightage.
• Practice Writing: For mains, practice essay writing and answer presentation.
• Revise Regularly: Make short notes for last-minute revision.
• Stay Updated: Read newspapers and legal journals for current affairs.
• Mock Tests: Solve previous year papers and online test series.

Important Books for UPPSC APO 2025

• General Studies: Lucent’s General Knowledge, NCERT Books (Class 6–12)
• Law: R.V. Kelkar’s Criminal Procedure, P.S.A. Pillai’s Criminal Law, Batuk Lal’s Law of Evidence
• Hindi: Samanya Hindi by Dr. Vasudevan Nair
• Current Affairs: The Hindu, Indian Express, Pratiyogita Darpan

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