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Assistant Public Prosecutors Contractual Basis

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Assistant Public Prosecutors Contractual Basis administered by JHABUA Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: JHABUA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2025-12-13 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Assistant Public Relations Ollicer Or Post of Equivalent N	1 Openings	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	2026-06-09
Assistant Rajbhasha	1 Openings	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	2023-03-02
Block Project Manager Date	1 Openings	Level-7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400)	2026-08-10
Block Project Manager	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-03-28

Active Procurement Tenders by JHABUA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Newspaper Publishing TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Next Awarded TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Repairing of Musical Instruments for Dance Department Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Selection of Primary Service Provider for Layer 3 Mpls Vpn Servic Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Assistant Public Prosecutors Contractual Basis?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2025-12-13. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from JHABUA Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain jhabua.nic.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official Jhabua recruitment portal, complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid Aadhaar details, mobile number, and email address to generate a unique candidate ID and password.

Log in to the candidate dashboard, select the Assistant Public Prosecutor notification, and fill in personal, educational, and experience details while ensuring all data matches official government-issued identity documents exactly.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signatures, and essential academic certificates in the prescribed format and size as specified in the official notification to avoid application rejection during scrutiny.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring the transaction status is updated to success before final submission.

Download the final submitted application form and the payment receipt for records, and monitor the portal periodically for the release of the admit card, which is issued 7-10 days before the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Assistant Public Prosecutors Contractual Basis is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Basic Computer Proficiency.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Criminal Procedure Code, Indian Penal Code, Indian Evidence Act, and Constitutional Law of India.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical	Qualifying Only	Verification of original law degrees, Bar Council enrollment certificates, caste/category proofs, and fitness assessment by a government medical board.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	N/A	Preparation of final selection list based on the aggregate performance in Stage 1 and Stage 2, subject to category-wise cutoff marks.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Assistant Public Prosecutors on a contractual basis typically operate outside the standard 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 10 (Entry Basic 56,100 INR) applicable to permanent gazetted officers. Instead, they receive a consolidated monthly remuneration, often fixed by the state government or local authority. Assuming a standard contractual structure equivalent to Level 10, the theoretical gross would include Basic 56,100, DA at 53 percent (29,733), HRA (Class Z at 9 percent, 5,049), and TA (3,600 plus DA). This results in a gross of approximately 94,482 INR. However, contractual appointees are usually exempt from mandatory NPS contributions unless specified by the contract. After professional tax and potential TDS deductions, the net in-hand salary for a contractual APP typically ranges between 60,000 to 75,000 INR, depending on the specific state-mandated consolidated pay structure and local taxation policies applicable to the Jhabua region.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment follows the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines regarding vertical and horizontal reservations. SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year age relaxation, while OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates are granted 3 years. PwBD candidates are entitled to a 10-year age relaxation. The EWS category is provided a 10 percent vertical quota in direct recruitment. Women candidates are often granted fee concessions or exemptions as per state-specific administrative orders. All reservations are subject to the production of valid, current-year certificates issued by competent authorities. Candidates must ensure their category status is declared at the time of OTR, as subsequent changes are strictly prohibited under standard administrative rules.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Assistant Public Prosecutors Contra

What is the typical cutoff for the APP examination?

Cutoffs vary annually based on vacancy count and difficulty, but candidates should target 70 percent to remain competitive in the final merit list.

Is there a normalization process for the exam?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard normalization formula is applied to ensure parity across different question paper difficulty levels.

Is there a mandatory service bond for contractual appointees?

Contractual roles generally do not require a service bond, but candidates should verify the specific terms of the appointment letter issued by the Jhabua Authority.

What is the probation period for this role?

Contractual positions typically do not have a formal probation period, but performance is reviewed periodically, and the contract may be terminated with notice.

Where can I find the detailed syllabus?

The detailed syllabus is provided in the official recruitment notification PDF available on the Jhabua Authority website under the recruitment section.

Are posting locations transferable?

Yes, as a public prosecutor, you are liable to be posted anywhere within the jurisdiction of the Jhabua Authority based on administrative requirements.