Jharkhand APP Syllabus 2025 & Exam Pattern: Detailed Guide

 

The Jharkhand Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) Exam 2025, conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC), is a competitive recruitment process for filling 26 vacancies across categories such as SC, ST, BC-I, and BC-II. This guide provides a detailed overview of the Jharkhand APP Syllabus 2025, including exam stages, subject-wise topics, and preparation tips to help aspirants succeed.

Overview: Jharkhand APP Recruitment 2025

Exam Conducting Body:-Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC)
Post Name:-Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP)
Total Vacancies:-26 (SC – 7, ST – 12, BC-I – 3, BC-II – 4)
Selection Stages:-Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, Interview

Jharkhand APP Exam Pattern 2025

The selection process is divided into three stages:

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)

Paper                         Subject                    Marks                   Duration

Paper I                          General Studies           100                                       2 hours
Paper II                             Law Subjects.           200                                      2 hours

Based on Prelims performance, candidates 13 times the number of vacancies will qualify for the Mains.

Stage 2: Main Written Examination (Descriptive)

Paper No.                     Subject                   Marks                Duration

1.                                     General Hindi                         100                           3 hours
2.                                          English                                 100                          3 hours
3.                                      Essay Writing                         100                           3 hours
4.                                     General Studies                       100                          3 hours
5.                                    Indian Penal Code                    200                         3 hours
6.                                    Indian Evidence Act                 200                         3 hours
7.                                      Indian Constitution                 200                        3 hours
8.                        Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)         200                       3 hours

 

Regional Language Paper (Qualifying in Nature)

Candidates must choose one from the following languages (100 marks):
Santhali, Mundari, Khortha, Khadiya, Kurukh, Nagpuri, Kurmali, Ho, Panchpargania

Minimum Qualifying Marks:

• BC-II: 36.5%
• BC-I: 34%
• SC/ST/Female: 32%

Stage 3: Personality Test (Interview)

• Total Marks: 50
• Selection Ratio: 1:3 (Three times the number of vacancies)

 

Jharkhand APP Prelims Syllabus 2025

 Paper I: General Studies

• Current Affairs (National & International)
• Indian History & Geography
• Indian Economy
• Indian Polity & Governance
• General Science
• Jharkhand’s History, Geography, Culture, and Economy

Paper II: Law Subjects

• Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC)
• Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
• Indian Constitution
• Indian Evidence Act, 1872

 

 Jharkhand APP Mains Syllabus 2025

Indian Penal Code (IPC)

Sections 1–4, 6–75 (Intro, General Explanations, Punishments)

Sections 76–106 (General Exceptions)

Sections 107–120 (Abetment)

Sections 120A–120B (Criminal Conspiracy)

Sections 141–160 (Public Tranquility)

Sections 172–190 (Contempt of Lawful Authority)

Sections 191–195A, 201, 212, 216–229A (False Evidence, Public Justice)

Sections 268–294A (Public Health, Safety, Morality)

Sections 299–377 (Offences against Human Body)

Sections 378–462 (Offences against Property)

Sections 498A (Cruelty by Husband/Relatives)

Sections 503–510 (Criminal Intimidation)

Sections 511 (Attempts)

Sections 499–502 (Defamation)

Sections 121, 124A (State Offences)

 

Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)

Sections 1–5 (Preliminary)

Sections 6–25A (Constitution of Criminal Courts)

Sections 26–35 (Powers of Courts)

Sections 36–40 (Police Powers and Magistrate Assistance)

Sections 41–60A (Arrest of Persons)

Sections 61–105 (Processes to Compel Appearance and Production)

Sections 106–124 (Security for Good Behaviour)

Sections 125–128 (Maintenance of Wife, Children, and Parents)

Sections 129–148 (Public Tranquility)

Sections 149–153 (Preventive Action)

Sections 154–176 (FIR and Investigation)

Sections 177–203 (Jurisdiction, Complaints to Magistrate)

Sections 204–210 (Commencement of Proceedings)

Sections 211–224 (Framing of Charge)

Sections 225–265L (Trial Procedures)

Sections 272–327 (Evidence and General Provisions)

Sections 353–450 (Judgment, Appeals, Transfer, Bail, Sentences)

Sections 467–473 (Limitation)

Section 482 (Miscellaneous)

 

Indian Evidence Act

Sections 1–4 (Preliminary)

Sections 5–55 (Relevancy of Facts, excluding 12,13,19,20,23)

Sections 59–60 (Oral Evidence)

Sections 61–75, 85A–90A (Documentary Evidence)

Sections 101–114A (Burden of Proof)

Sections 118–134 (Witnesses)

Sections 135–166 (Examination of Witnesses)

Section 167 (Improper Admission/Rejection)

 

Minor Criminal Acts

Group A (80 Marks)
• Forest Act, 1927
• Arms Act, 1959
• Explosives Act, 1908
• Criminal Law Amendment Act, 1908 & unlawful Activities
• Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
• Prevention of Witch (Dain) Practices Act, 1999

Group B (60 Marks)
• Electricity Act, 2003
• Information Technology Act, 2000
• Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
• Bihar/Jharkhand Prevention of Corruption Act

Group C (60 Marks)
• Essential Commodities Act, 1955
• Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
• SC/ST Atrocities Act, 1989
• Juvenile Justice Act, 2000
• Food Adulteration Act, 1954
• Child Protection Act, 2000

Essay Writing

• Part A: Legal Essay (50 marks)
• Part B: General Essay (50 marks)

 

 General Studies (100 Marks)

•Current Affairs (India & International) – 10 Marks

•Modern History of India – 10 Marks

•Geography – 10 Marks

•Indian Economy – 10 Marks

•General Science – 10 Marks

•Indian Polity – 10 Marks

•Legal Terminology (Vocabulary) – 25 Marks

•Jharkhand-specific History, Geography, Economy – 15 Marks

Language Papers

~Hindi (100 Marks)

•Essay writing (20 marks)

•Letter/Official drafting (25 marks)

•Grammar (20 marks)

•Sentence formation & comprehension (15 marks)

•Translation & explanation-based questions (20 marks)

 

~English (100 Marks)

•Essay writing (20 marks)

•Letter/report writing (25 marks)

•Grammar & vocabulary (20 marks)

•Sentence correction & comprehension (15 marks)

•Translation & understanding (20 marks)

 

Personality Test (Interview) – 50 Marks

The interview assesses:
• Legal Aptitude & Recent Legal Developments
• Analytical Thinking & Communication Skills
• Judgment, Ethics & Confidence
• Knowledge of State-Specific Laws

 Preparation Tips for Jharkhand APP 2025

1. Understand the complete syllabus and structure.
2. Focus on major laws: IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act, Constitution.
3. Create a timetable with daily law + GS + essay writing practice.
4. Practice previous year papers and MCQs.
5. Work on translation and regional language paper.
6. Follow Jharkhand-specific news and legal updates.
7. Practice mock interviews with legal scenarios.

 

Final Thoughts

Clearing the Jharkhand APP Exam 2025 requires clarity in law, precision in language, and a deep understanding of Jharkhand’s legal landscape. Align your preparation with the official syllabus and revise consistently. With focused effort and a strategic approach, you can secure your place as an Assistant Public Prosecutor in the state.

 

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