UP APO Writ Petition Update 2026, Check Details

UP APO Writ Petition Update: UP APO exam date has been announced for the year 2026. The exam has been scheduled by the authority to be organised on March 22, 2026. UP APO Writ Petitions have created confusion among the candidates regarding the postponement of the APO exam. As of now, no confirmation has been provided regarding the UP APO exam date change or postponement. Candidates are advised to check the official website for any updates and wait for the honourable court verdict regarding the APO exam. 

Analysis of Relevant Writ Petitions

Two writ petitions have been filed regarding the UP APO exam. Still, there is a possibility that the APO exam scheduled for March 22 may be postponed due to the legal challenges. 

Case 1: Manish Tiwari vs. State of UP

• Writ Number: 2169 of 2020.

• Parties: The petition names the State of UP and the Public Service Commission as parties.

• Filing Details: Filed on February 6, registered on February 10.

• Current Status: This is a "newly flashed" writ, meaning it has not yet been clubbed with older, related petitions.

• Outcome of the February 13 Hearing: The hearing could not proceed substantively because the respondent's counsel, Shri Fuzail Ahmad, had not yet received a copy of the petition. To ensure the principle of opportunity to be heard, the court adjourned the matter.

• Next Hearing Date: The next hearing is scheduled for February 17, 2026.

Case 2: Abhishek Rai vs. State of UP

• Writ Number: 1593 of 2025.

• Context: This petition was filed in the domain of the Janhit Abhiyan vs. Union of India case law.

• History: The court has passed three orders in this matter (October 30, November 12, and November 26, 2025). However, no specific order or direction for postponing the examination has been issued in any of these hearings.

• Current Status: The writ has been moved to the "daily cause list," which means its next hearing date is uncertain.

• Conclusion: Based on its history and current status, there is no expectation that the Abhishek Rai writ will lead to the postponement of the exam.

Possibilities On UP APO Writ Petition Verdict

Candidates who are all set, preparing and planning to appear for the Assistant Public Prosecutor exam scheduled for March 22, 2026. They should be aware of the writ petition updates. Some of the possibilities concerning the final have been discussed. It is to provide clarity to the candidates to make their planning accordingly. 

• The possibility of the March 22 exam being postponed is extremely rare.

• Students are strongly advised to ignore all rumours and speculation. Do not let this issue distract you from your studies.

• You must continue your preparation with the firm assumption that the exam will proceed as scheduled on March 22nd.

• The established study structure, strategy, and modus operandi should be followed without deviation.

• It is a common practice for government vacancies and advertisements to be challenged in the High Court. The current situation and the court's attitude do not indicate an impending stay or postponement.

• An update will be provided after the next hearing on February 17, which the faculty will attend in person.

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