CBI APP and PP Notification 2025: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 12/2025, inviting online applications for the posts of Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) and Public Prosecutor (PP) in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). For the position of Assistant Public Prosecutor, there are 19 vacancies, and 25 for Public Prosecutor. The post requires a degree in law from a recognized university, with the upper age limit being 30 years for unreserved and EWS candidates, 33 years for OBC, and 35 years for SC candidates.
The conducting authority has announced the CBI APP and PP Notification 2025 as a major recruitment drive to recruit APP and PP in the CBI department. Here’s a quick overview of the CBI APP and PP Notification 2025 for the candidates-
CBI APP and PP Notification 2025 Overview | |
Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Recruiting Body | Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) |
Department | Department of Personnel and Training, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions |
Vacancies | Assistant Public Prosecutor-19, Public Prosecutor- 25 |
Application Method | Online via https://upsconline.gov.in/ora/ |
Application Dates | 23 August, 2025 - 11 September, 2025 |
Eligibility Cut-off | 11 September 2025 (application closing date) |
The important dates regarding the CBI APP and PP Notification 2025 are tabulated here. Candidates need to stay updated as per the dates -
CBI APP/PP Notification 2025 Important Dates |
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Start Date for Online Application | August 23, 2025 |
Last Date for Online Application | September 11, 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
Last Date for Printing Submitted Application | September 12, 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
Interview Date | To be announced later |
Application Fee Payment | Along with the application submission |
Candidates can download the official UPSC CBI APP and PP Notification 2025 PDF from the official website to check the detailed information. A direct link to download the CBI APP and PP Notification 2025 PDF is provided here. Click the button below to access the advertisement.
The conducting authority has released 19 vacancies for assistant public prosecutors and 25 for public prosecutors. Candidates can check the vacancy details tabulated here-
CBI APP/PP Vacancy 2025 | |||||
Post | Vacancy Number | Total Vacancies | Reservation Breakdown | Pay Scale (Level in 7th CPC) | Headquarters |
Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) | 25081201223 | 19 | UR-09, EWS-01, OBC-07, SC-02 | Level 07 | CBI HQ, New Delhi (liable to serve anywhere) |
Public Prosecutor (PP) | 25081202223 | 25 | UR-12, EWS-02, OBC-08, SC-02, ST-01 | Level 10 | CBI HQ, New Delhi (liable to serve anywhere) |
The official notification for the CBI APP and PP has been announced. Check the eligibility criteria for both APP and PP posts below:
The eligibility criteria for APP in CBI are detailed here-
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must hold a degree in law from a recognized university. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) may relax this qualification for candidates otherwise well qualified, giving written reasons.
Age Limit:
Unreserved (UR) and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 30 years
Other Backward Classes (OBC): 33 years
Scheduled Castes (SC): 35 years
The eligibility for PP in CBI is detailed here-
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have a degree in law from a recognized university.
Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of seven years of practice at the Bar, conducting criminal cases. UPSC may relax this experience requirement for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) candidates if sufficient candidates with the requisite experience are not available.
Age Limit:
Unreserved (UR) and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 35 years
Other Backward Classes (OBC): 38 years
Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST): 40 years
For the recruitment of CBI Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) and Public Prosecutor (PP) 2025, the authorities invite applications online only through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) system via this link: https://upsconline.gov.in/ora/. Only online applications are accepted.
The application period opens on August 23, 2025, and the last date for online submission of the application is 11:59 PM on September 11, 2025; the last date to print the application submission form is September 12, 2025.
The application fee for the CBI Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) and Public Prosecutor (PP) recruitment 2025 through UPSC is as follows:
General/OBC/EWS male candidates: Rs. 25/- (Twenty-five rupees) only.
No fee for Women candidates of any community.
No fee for SC/ST persons.
The selection process for both CBI Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) and Public Prosecutor (PP) in 2025 involves shortlisting candidates based on qualifications and experience stated in their online applications, followed by a personal interview. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) may apply shortlisting criteria if the number of applications is large. For the Public Prosecutor, experience at the Bar is essential, but may be relaxed for reserved categories. Final selection is based on interview performance and suitability.
The 2025 syllabus for the CBI Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) and Public Prosecutor (PP) recruitment primarily includes:
Legal Knowledge: General and specialized knowledge of Indian criminal law, procedure and evidence, including the Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, Indian Evidence Act and connected laws.
Case Laws and Judicial Precedents: Knowledge of landmark judgments and other precedents pertinent to prosecutions.
Legal Drafting and Interpretation: Experience in drafting legal documents, legal terminology, and statute interpretation.
General Awareness: Current changes in law, constitutional provisions, and general knowledge about law enforcement and judiciary.
Ethics and Duties: Role and responsibilities of Public Prosecutors, ethics, and professional conduct.
The CBI Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) and Public Prosecutor (PP) recruitment 2025 by UPSC follows a selection process primarily based on an interview. However, the Commission may use shortlisting criteria depending on the number of applications, which could include:
Shortlisting based on higher qualifications or experience.
Possible use of recruitment tests (if applicable) with weightage given to recruitment test and interview marks (commonly 75:25).
The salary for the CBI Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) in 2025 is at Level-07 in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), while the Public Prosecutor (PP) position offers a salary at Level-10 in the Pay Matrix under the 7th CPC.
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