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Maharashtra APO Syllabus

Maharashtra APO (Assistant Public Prosecutor)

Exam at a Glance

Exam Name Maharashtra APO
Conducting Body Maharashtra Public Service Commission
Mode Offline (Pen & Paper)
Stages Prelims → Mains → Interview

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Exam Pattern

Stage Type Marks Duration
Preliminary Objective (MCQ) 100-150 2 Hours
Mains Descriptive/Written 200-300 3 Hours/Paper
Interview Viva-Voce 25-50 —

Subject-wise Syllabus

1

Indian Penal Code (IPC)

General principles, General exceptions, Abetment, Criminal conspiracy, Offences against State, Offences against public tranquility, Offences affecting human body, Offences against property, Defamation

2

Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)

Definitions, Constitution of criminal courts, Arrest & bail, Investigation & trial, Summons & warrants, Maintenance, Limitation, Appeals & revision

3

Indian Evidence Act

Relevancy of facts, Admissions & confessions, Expert opinion, Burden of proof, Estoppel, Witnesses, Examination of witnesses, Documentary evidence

4

Constitutional Law

Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, President & Governor, Parliament & State Legislature, Judiciary, Emergency provisions, Amendment of Constitution

5

Special Laws

SC/ST Act, NDPS Act, Prevention of Corruption Act, Arms Act, Dowry Prohibition Act, Juvenile Justice Act, POCSO Act

6

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

National & International events, Sports, Awards, Science & Technology, Indian polity, History & geography, Current legal news & landmark judgments

7

Language Paper

Essay writing, Precise writing, Translation, Grammar & vocabulary, Comprehension, Letter writing

Preparation Strategy

1. Focus on Criminal Law — APO primarily deals with criminal prosecution, so IPC, CrPC & Evidence Act are the most important subjects.
2. Study Special Laws thoroughly — SC/ST Act, NDPS Act, POCSO Act, Prevention of Corruption Act are frequently tested.
3. Practice drafting skills — Charge sheets, bail applications, and legal drafting are important for mains.
4. Solve previous year papers — Understand the question pattern and frequently asked topics.
5. Stay updated with Supreme Court & High Court judgments — Recent landmark judgments are frequently asked in interviews.
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