CGPSC ADPO Syllabus 2026

CGPSC ADPO Syllabus 2026 PDF Download: Check the latest CGPSC Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer (ADPO) Syllabus 2026, exam pattern, subject-wise topics, marking scheme, selection process, and preparation tips as per the official syllabus released by CGPSC.

CGPSC ADPO Syllabus 2026: Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released the official syllabus and exam pattern for the Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer (ADPO) examination. Candidates preparing for the recruitment examination should carefully understand the latest syllabus before starting their preparation, as questions in the exam will be asked from the topics prescribed by the commission.

The written examination will include objective-type questions from the General Knowledge of Chhattisgarh and various Major and Minor Acts. This article provides the complete CGPSC ADPO Syllabus 2026, latest exam pattern, subject-wise topics, marking scheme, selection process, and preparation tips in detail.

CGPSC ADPO Exam Pattern 2026

CGPSC Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer (ADPO) Exam 2026 will be conducted in objective (MCQ) mode. The written examination will consist of 150 questions carrying a total of 300 marks, and candidates will be given 3 hours to complete the paper. Questions will be asked from Chhattisgarh General Knowledge and various Major and Minor Acts. Candidates qualifying the written examination will be called for the interview round.

Important Points

• The written examination will contain 150 objective-type questions carrying a total of 300 marks.
• Candidates will have 3 hours to complete the examination.
• Part-I will consist of 50 questions from the General Knowledge of Chhattisgarh, carrying 100 marks.
• Part-II will include 100 questions from Major Acts and Minor Acts, carrying 200 marks.
• Each question will have four options, out of which only one answer will be correct.
• A negative marking of one-third (⅓) marks will be applicable for every incorrect answer.
• The question paper will be available in both Hindi and English.
• CGPSC may also conduct the examination in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode, if required.
• Candidates who qualify in the written examination will be called for the interview, which will carry 30 marks.

CGPSC ADPO Syllabus 2026

The CGPSC ADPO Written Examination 2026 will consist of two parts, namely Part-I (General Knowledge) and Part-II (Law). Part-II is further divided into Major Acts and Minor Acts. Candidates should prepare all topics thoroughly as questions in the examination will be asked from the syllabus prescribed by CGPSC. The detailed subject-wise syllabus is given below.

Part-I: General Knowledge

1. History of India and Indian National Movement
2. History of Chhattisgarh and Contribution of Chhattisgarh in the Indian Freedom Movement
3. Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India (with Special Reference to Chhattisgarh)
4. Constitution of India and Polity, Administrative Structure of Chhattisgarh, Local Government and Panchayati Raj
5. Economy, Commerce, Industry, Forest and Agriculture of India (with Special Reference to Chhattisgarh)
6. Tribes, Dialects, Teej and Festivals, Folk Dances, Archaeological Sites and Tourist Centres of Chhattisgarh
7. Current Affairs and Sports (with Reference to India and Chhattisgarh)
8. Environment

Part-2: Law

(A) Major Acts

1. Constitution of India
   • Part-3: Fundamental Rights
   • Part-4: Directive Principles of State Policy
   • Part-5: President and Vice-President
   • Union Judiciary
   • Governor
   • State Legislature
   • High Courts in the States
   • Subordinate Courts
2. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 – Complete.
3. Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 – Complete.
4. Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 – Complete.

(B) Minor Acts

1. Chhattisgarh Excise Act, 1915 – Complete.
2. Information Technology Act, 2000
   • Chapter 1
   • Chapter 2
   • Chapter 3
   • Chapter 4
   • Chapter 9
   • Chapter 11
   • Chapter 12
   • Chapter 13
3. The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 – Complete.
4. The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 – Complete.
5. Arms Act, 1959 – Complete.
6. Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 – Complete.
7. Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 – Complete.
8. Right to Information Act, 2005 – Complete.
9. The Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987
   • Chapter 3
   • Chapter 4
   • Chapter 6
10. Chhattisgarh Shaikshanik Sansthano Mein Pratadana (Ragging) Ka Pratishedh Adhiniyam, 2001 – Complete.
11. Chhattisgarh Tonhi Pratadana (Nivaran) Adhiniyam, 2005 – Complete.
12. Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 – Complete.
13. Chhattisgarh Vishesh Jan Suraksha Adhiniyam, 2005 – Complete.
14. Chhattisgarh High Court Rules and Orders (Criminal), 2005 – Complete.

CGPSC ADPO Interview 2026

Candidates who qualify in the written examination will be called for the Interview/Viva-Voce round. The interview will carry 30 marks, and there are no minimum qualifying marks prescribed for this stage. The purpose of the interview is to assess the candidate’s legal awareness, communication skills, personality, presence of mind, and suitability for the post of Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer (ADPO).

The final selection will be made on the basis of the combined marks obtained in the written examination and interview. Thus, the final merit list will be prepared out of a total of 330 marks.

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