UP APO Application Form 2026: Dates & Process

UP APO Application Form 2026— Highlights

Take a look at the quick overview of the UPPSC APO application form below:

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	UP APO Recruitment 2026
Conducting Authority	Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)
Post Name	Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO)
Application Mode	Online
Expected Notification Release	Second week of September 2026 (Expected)
One-Time Registration (O.T.R.)	Mandatory before applying
Age Limit	21 to 40 years
Educational Qualification	Law degree from a recognised university
Expected Application Fee	₹125 (UR/EWS/OBC), ₹65 (SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen), ₹25 (PwD)
Documents Required	Photograph, Signature, Educational Certificates, Valid ID, Email ID, Mobile Number, Domicile/Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Payment Modes	Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI and other online payment methods
Application Correction	Expected to be available once after submission (subject to official notification)
Selection Process	Preliminary Exam, Mains Written Exam, Personality Test
Expected Preliminary Exam	First half of 2027
Expected Mains Exam	Around June 2027

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UP APO Application Form Dates 2026

The UPPSC APO registration form 2026 will be released soon. Based on the previous year's recruitment cycle, the prelims exam is expected to be held in the first half of 2027, and the Mains exam date is expected to be around June 2027. Check the expected dates below:

Events	UP APO 2025 Dates	UP APO 2026 Dates (Expected)
Application Dates	September 16 to October 16, 2025	September 2026
Prelims Exam Date	March 22, 2026	March 2027
Prelims Exam Result	April 30, 2026	April 2027
Mains Exam Date	June 28 to 30, 2026	June 2027

UPPSC APO Application Form 2026— Eligibility Criteria

The UPPSC APO eligibility criteria require you to be a Law graduate from any recognised University and must be between 21 and 40 years of age. You must provide correct details about your eligibility in the application form to avoid disqualification of candidature.

Parameters	Criteria
Age Limit	21-40 years
Age Relaxation	Scheduled Castes of U.P., Scheduled Tribes of U.P., Other Backwards Classes of U.P., Skilled players of U.P. of Classified Games, State Govt: 5 years Physically handicapped persons of U.P: 15 years Emergency Commissioned Officers/Short service Commissioned Officers/Ex-Army Personnel of U.P 3 years + period of service rendered in Army
Educational Qualification	Minimum Qualification: Law Degree from any recognised University Preferential Qualification: Candidate shall be given preference who has served for a minimum period of two years in Territorial Army or has obtained "B" certificate of N.C.C.

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Documents Required for UP APO Registration Form 2026

You should collect all the necessary documents in advance to provide accurate details on the Uttar Pradesh APO registration form. The list of required details and documents is as follows:

• Valid Email ID
• Valid Mobile Number
• 10th and 12th Marksheet & Certificate
• Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Scanned images of Photograph & Signature
• Valid Photo ID proof
• Other relevant details

UP APO Apply Online Link

The UPPSC APO apply online link will be active soon. Once the application window is open, we will update the direct link on this page. Till then, you should confirm your eligibility and keep all the required documents handy.

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How to Fill UP APO Application Form 2026

The UP APO application process is divided into various steps. It includes registration, form filling, uploading documents, fee payment, and final submission.

Moreover, it is compulsory to complete the One Time Registration (O.T.R.) and obtain an O.T.R. number before applying online. After obtaining an O.T.R. number, you can submit an online application through the commission's website. Check the complete application guide below:

Visit the Official Website of UPPSC

Go to the official UPPSC website, https://uppsc.up.nic.in/.

Complete One-Time Registration (O.T.R.) 

• Click the “All Notifications/Advertisements” link on the homepage.
• The online advertisements will appear with three options: User Instructions, View Advertisement, and Apply.
• Click the “Apply” link, and “Authenticate with OTR” will appear.
• Next, click “Authenticate with O.T.R” and then “Have You Completed Your O.T.R. Registration” will be displayed.
• Now, select “Yes or No”
• If you select 'No' and click on the 'Go' button.
• You will have to obtain a One-Time Registration Number from the O.T.R. Web-portal. After obtaining O.T.R, you will have to apply online according to the process. 

Complete Application Form

• Click ‘Apply ', tick ' Yes ', and click the ' Go ' button, 
• Then 'Enter your O.T.R. Number' will be displayed, where you will need to enter the O.T.R. Number and click the 'Proceed' button.
• Next, 'Click here to Authenticate' will be displayed.
• After clicking on it, you will have to authenticate using the O.T.R. sent to your registered mobile no./email ID or the O.T.R. password.
• After completing the authentication process, your personal details (as filled in O.T.R.) will be displayed automatically. 
• Next, you will have to fill in only the essential qualifications required for the post.

Confirm Application Details

• After the completion of the first stage, the 'Applicant Dashboard' will be displayed on the screen 
• Next, click on 'Submit Details' under 'Application Part-2' against the applied post.
• The permanent and correspondence address along with the application form will automatically be displayed on the screen from O.T.R. along with the preferential qualifications prescribed for the post. 
• You will have to choose the Yes/No option against each preferential qualification. 

Fee Confirmation Window

• After confirming details, the ‘Fee Confirmation Window’ will automatically be displayed on the screen
• Click the 'Yes' option in front of 'Proceed for fee payment 
• Make the payment using net banking, card payments, and other payment modes.
• After the successful transaction, take a printout of the Payment Transaction Slip for future use.

Take the Printout of Application Form

After making the payment, you must take a printout of your completed application form and retain it for future reference.

UPPSC APO Application Form 2026: Fees & Payment Process

It is mandatory to pay the application fees through the specified payment gateway. The payment will be made through net banking, card payments, and other payment modes.

You must always take a printout of the payment transaction slip and keep it safe. The expected UP APO application fees across all the categories are as follows:

Category	Application Fees (Expected)
Unreserved/Economically Weaker Sections/Other Backward Classes	₹125
Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes	₹65
Persons with disabilities (PWDs)	₹25
Ex-Servicemen	₹65

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UP APO Application Form Correction 2026: Can You Edit Your Form?

Yes. Based on the previous recruitment cycle, the exam authorities may offer a one-time opportunity to edit your UP APO application form after you submit it. During the correction window, you can log in to the candidate dashboard using valid login credentials and make the permitted changes within the deadline specified by the commission. 

Once you save the corrected details, you may not be permitted to edit the form again. Hence, you must carefully review all the details before submitting the final corrected application. If the 2026 notification adheres to the same process, the application correction facility is expected to be available only once.

Mistakes to Avoid During Uttar Pradesh APO Registration

Fill out your UP APO application form carefully. Any incorrect or misleading details may lead to the cancellation of your candidature. 

• Register using a valid email ID and mobile number, as all official updates will be sent only to these contact details.
• Make sure your category, sub-category, domicile, gender, date of birth, EWS status, creamy layer status, name, and address are entered correctly. 
• Upload clear scanned copies of your photograph and signature in the prescribed format and file size.
• Submit your application well before the last date to avoid issues caused by heavy website traffic or technical problems.
• Complete the fee payment successfully and keep a copy of the payment receipt for future use.
• Incomplete application forms are liable to be rejected, and requests for reconsideration may not be accepted.

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