SarkariResultHome.comBPSC APO Prelims Mains Topics Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details
Updated by Paresh on 26 Oct 2026 · Organisation: Bihar Public Service Commission · State: Bihar
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the syllabus and exam pattern for APO Prelims Mains Topics on its official website. This page explains how to use it for your preparation.
The direct links are in the Important Links table below.
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BPSC APO Prelims Mains Topics Syllabus 2026: Exam Date & Pattern
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APO Prelims Mains Topics: What This Page Covers
This page puts together the exam overview of APO Prelims Mains Topics with the exam pattern and the syllabus, in the order a student needs them.
- First comes the exam overview: who conducts the exam, its level, mode, language and marking.
- Next are the pattern and subject-wise syllabus tables, with the marks, subject names and figures exactly as the source gives them.
- At the end you will find a preparation plan and the questions students ask most.
APO Prelims Mains Topics: APO Key Highlights & Overview
Keep these points in mind for APO Prelims Mains Topics.
- Organisation: Bihar Public Service Commission
- Post: Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO)
- Official Website: https://bpsc.bih.nic.in
- Mode of Exam: Offline (Written Examination)
- Question Type (Prelims): Multiple Choice Questions
- Medium: Hindi & English
- Selection Process: First Examination, Mains Examination, Interview
APO Prelims Mains Topics: First Examination Structure
First Examination Structure of APO Prelims Mains Topics:
In short: mode: Offline (Written Examination), MCQ for Prelims, Descriptive .
| Paper No. | Subject | Full Marks | Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Studies (सामान्य अध्ययन) | 100 | 100 |
| 2 | Law (विधि) | 150 | 100 |
APO Prelims Mains Topics: Main Examination Structure
Main Examination Structure of APO Prelims Mains Topics:
In short: mode: Offline (Written Examination), MCQ for Prelims, Descriptive .
| Paper No. | Subject | Full Marks |
|---|---|---|
| I | General Studies (सामान्य अध्ययन) | 100 |
| II | Hindi Language (हिन्दी भाषा) | 100 |
| III | English Language (अंग्रेजी भाषा) | 100 |
| IV | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 | 150 |
| V | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 | 150 |
| VI | (i) Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023; (ii) Civil Procedure Code, 1908 | 75 + 75 |
| VII | Constitutional Law of India | 150 |
| VIII | Other Laws | 150 |
APO Prelims Mains Topics: First Examination Topics Syllabus
First Examination Topics Syllabus of APO Prelims Mains Topics:
| Section | Topics Covered | Topics Covered (Hindi) |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | • Current events & general knowledge; • General science; • Indian history & culture; • Indian polity; • Indian geography | • समसामयिक घटनाएँ एवं सामान्य ज्ञान; • सामान्य विज्ञान; • भारतीय इतिहास एवं संस्कृति; • भारतीय राजव्यवस्था; • भारतीय भूगोल |
| Law | • Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023; • Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023; • Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023; • Civil Procedure Code, 1908; • Basics of the Constitution of India | • भारतीय न्याय संहिता, 2023; • भारतीय साक्ष्य अधिनियम, 2023; • भारतीय नागरिक सुरक्षा संहिता, 2023; • दीवानी प्रक्रिया संहिता, 1908; • भारतीय संविधान की मूल बातें |
APO Prelims Mains Topics: Main Examination Topics
Main Examination Topics of APO Prelims Mains Topics:
In short: mode: Offline (Written Examination), MCQ for Prelims, Descriptive .
| Paper | Subject | Key Topics |
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| I | General Studies | National & international current affairs, Indian polity & economy, Geography of India & Bihar, Post-independence economic changes in Bihar, General science & applications |
| II | Hindi Language | Grammar & syntax, Essay writing, Precis & comprehension |
| III | English Language | Essay writing, Precis & summary writing, Letter writing |
| IV | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 | Criminal offences, principles & punishments |
| V | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 | Law of evidence & admissibility |
| VI | Criminal & Civil Procedure | Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, Criminal procedure principles, Civil Procedure Code 1908 |
| VII | Constitutional Law of India | Fundamental rights, governance structure, distribution of powers |
| VIII | Other Important Laws | Arms Act 1959, Explosive Substances Act 1908, NDPS Act 1985, IT Act 2000, Bihar Prohibition & Excise laws, Bihar Police Act 2007, Prevention of Corruption Act 1988, SC/ST Act 1989, POCSO Act 2012 |
APO Prelims Mains Topics: Subjects That Carry the Highest Marks
Looking at the pattern table (Main Examination Structure), IV (150), V (150), VII (150) carry the highest marks.
Marks differ from paper to paper, so check the table of your own paper.
APO Prelims Mains Topics: How to Use the Pattern and Syllabus
- Start with the exam overview above; it tells you the basic rules of the paper in one glance.
- This page has more than one pattern table, one for each paper or post group. Read the table that matches your own post or paper first.
- The exam is in Offline (Written Examination), MCQ for Prelims, Descriptive for Mains mode, so take your mock tests in the same way.
- Copy the subject-wise topics into a notebook or sheet and tick each topic as read, revised and tested.
APO Prelims Mains Topics: Step-by-Step Preparation Plan
- Read the exam overview and the pattern table carefully and note the points that matter for your paper.
- Turn the subject-wise syllabus into a checklist of topics.
- Give the subjects that carry more marks (see the section above) more time, and study them first.
- Solve previous papers every week and keep a small notebook of the mistakes you made.
- Open the official notice once a month, because the board can change the syllabus or the pattern.
Who can apply to BPSC
Graduation or a post-specific degree is needed. The age band and the relaxation for Bihar-domiciled reserved categories, women and other groups are printed in each advertisement. Applications are made online through the Commission's portal with one-time registration.
Read more on the BPSC company page or visit the official website at bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
Earlier BPSC Notifications
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| BPSC Auditor Success Strategy Detailed Guide Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 12 Oct 2026 |
| BPSC Assistant Section Officer Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details | Syllabus | — | 26 Jul 2026 |
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BPSC APO Prelims Mains Topics Syllabus: Important Links
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BPSC APO Prelims Mains Topics Syllabus: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the mode of the APO Prelims Mains Topics exam?
The exam mode is Offline (Written Examination), MCQ for Prelims, Descriptive for Mains.
Where can I download the official APO Prelims Mains Topics syllabus or notice?
Use the official link in the Important Links table of this page or open the website of BPSC. The official document is the final word if anything changes.
Can the APO Prelims Mains Topics syllabus or pattern change?
Yes. The conducting body may revise the syllabus or the pattern in a new notice, so check the official notice before you start and again before the exam.
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This post is written from the syllabus and exam pattern notice that Bihar Public Service Commission released on its official website bpsc.bih.nic.in. We have put the information in our own words and layout. The official website is the final word, so please check it before you apply, pay a fee or travel.
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