Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission has issued an official notification for the recruitment of Prosecuting Officer (G) posts in the Home Department. A total of 65 vacancies have been announced for eligible law graduates who are interested in a government legal position.
The recruitment process will be conducted through a preliminary examination, main examination, and personality test. Candidates must carefully check the eligibility conditions, age limit, and application dates before submitting the online application form.
Overview of JKPSC Prosecuting Officer Recruitment 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission |
| Advt No. | 13-PSC (DR-P) of 2025 |
| Post Name | Prosecuting Officer (G) |
| No. of Posts | 65 |
| Category | Government |
| Type | Regular |
| Job Location | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Personality Test |
All the important details related to this recruitment are provided below. Candidates are advised to read the complete information carefully before applying.
Important Dates
The registration process for the Prosecuting Officer recruitment began in November 2025. Refer to the table below for important dates.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date of Application | 15 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 December 2025 (Date Extended) |
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility | 14 December 2025 |
| Edit Window | 15 to 17 December 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam (Tentative) | 28 February 2026 |
Vacancy Details of JKPSC Prosecuting Officer Recruitment 2025
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| OM | 26 |
| SC | 5 |
| ST-I | 7 |
| ST-II | 7 |
| RBA | 6 |
| OBC | 5 |
| EWS | 6 |
| ALC / IB | 3 |
| Total | 65 |
Eligibility Criteria of JKPSC Prosecuting Officer Vacancies
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Law |
| Domicile | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Upper Age Limit (OM) | 40 years |
| Upper Age Limit (Reserved) | 43 years |
| Upper Age Limit (PHC) | 42 years |
| Upper Age Limit (In-service) | 40 years |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 January 2025 |
Candidates appearing in the final semester of the law degree can also apply, provided they submit proof of qualification before the main examination.
Pay Scale
The selected candidates will be appointed under Level 8 pay scale.
| Pay Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Level 8 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1200 |
| Reserved Categories | ₹700 |
| PHC | Nil |
The application fee must be paid online as per the category of the candidate.
Selection Process
The selection process for Prosecuting Officer posts includes the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Personality Test
The preliminary examination will consist of two objective-type papers carrying a total of 400 marks. The main examination will be descriptive with seven papers, followed by a personality test for shortlisted candidates.
JKPSC Official Notification & Apply Details
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Official Website: jkpsc.nic.in
Candidates must keep their domicile certificate, educational documents, and category certificates ready while applying online.