Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission Prosecuting Officer Syllabus 2026 – Detailed Syllabus (Prelims & Mains).
The detailed syllabus for the Prosecuting Officer Examination conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) is divided into:
- Part A – Preliminary Examination
- Part B – Main Examination
Complete subject-wise syllabus is provided below as per official scheme.
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Part A – Preliminary Examination
Paper I (200 Marks) – Duration: 2 Hours
| S. No. | Subject / Act |
|---|
| 1 | Constitution of India |
| 2 | Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 |
| 3 | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 |
| 4 | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 |
| 5 | Prominent changes introduced by new Criminal Laws (w.e.f. 01.07.2024) |
| 6 | Limitation Act |
| 7 | Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act |
| 8 | NDPS Act |
| 9 | Information Technology Act |
| 10 | Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act |
| 11 | Prevention of Corruption Act |
| 12 | Transfer of Property Act |
| 13 | Code of Civil Procedure |
Paper II (200 Marks) – Duration: 2 Hours
| S. No. | Subject |
|---|
| 1 | General Knowledge |
| 2 | Current Affairs |
| 3 | Legal Aptitude / Reasoning |
| 4 | Decision Making & Problem Solving |
| 5 | Comprehension |
| 6 | Interpersonal Skills including Communication Skills |
| 7 | Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability |
| 8 | Mental Ability |
| 9 | Basic Numeracy (Class X Level) |
| 10 | Data Interpretation (Class X Level) |
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Part B – Main Examination
Qualifying Paper
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration | Nature |
|---|
| English | Comprehension, Precis, Usage, Essays | 300 | 3 Hours | Qualifying Only |
Papers Counted for Merit
| Paper No. | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|
| Paper I | Legal Drafting & Pleading | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper II | Constitutional Law | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper III | Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper IV | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper V | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper VI | Special Laws – I | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper VII | Special Laws – II | 250 | 3 Hours |
Paper I – Legal Drafting & Pleading (250 Marks)
| S. No. | Topics |
|---|
| 1 | Principles of Pleading |
| 2 | Drafting of Pleading |
| 3 | Preparation of Appeals / Revision |
| 4 | Framing of Charges |
| 5 | Framing of Issues |
| 6 | Essay on Recent Criminal Law Developments |
Paper II – Constitutional Law (250 Marks)
| Topics |
|---|
| Constitution & Constitutionalism |
| Fundamental Rights & PIL |
| FR, DPSP & Fundamental Duties |
| President & Council of Ministers |
| Governor & Powers |
| Supreme Court & High Courts |
| Centre-State-Local Bodies Relations |
| Legislative Powers & Privileges |
| Services under Union & States |
| Emergency Provisions |
| Amendment of Constitution |
| Natural Justice |
| Delegated Legislation |
| Separation of Powers |
| Judicial Review |
| Lokpal & Lokayukta |
Paper III – Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (250 Marks)
| Topics |
|---|
| Changes from CrPC 1973 |
| Definitions |
| Constitution of Criminal Courts |
| Powers of Courts |
| Arrest of Persons |
| Compelling Appearance |
| Security for Peace |
| Public Order |
| Preventive Police Action |
| Police Investigation Powers |
| Jurisdiction in Trials |
| Initiation of Proceedings |
| Complaints to Magistrate |
| Commencement before Magistrate |
| Charge |
| Trial before Sessions Court |
| Warrant/Summons & Summary Trials |
| Plea Bargaining |
| Attendance of Confined Persons |
| Evidence in Trials |
| General Trial Provisions |
| Unsound Mind Accused |
| Offences Affecting Justice |
| Judgment & Appeals |
| Transfer of Cases |
| Execution of Sentences |
| Bail & Bonds |
| Disposal of Property |
| Limitation |
| Electronic Mode Trials |
Paper IV – Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (250 Marks)
| Topics |
|---|
| Changes from IPC |
| New Offences & Enhanced Punishment |
| Criminal Liability Principles |
| Kinds of Punishment |
| General Exceptions |
| Abetment & Conspiracy |
| Offences against Women & Children |
| Offences against Human Body |
| Offences against State |
| Public Tranquility |
| Public Servant Offences |
| False Evidence |
| Public Health & Morals |
| Religion Related Offences |
| Property Offences |
| Document Related Offences |
| Criminal Intimidation & Defamation |
Paper VI – Special Laws I (250 Marks)
| Acts |
|---|
| NDPS Act, 1985 |
| UAPA, 1967 |
| Explosive Substances Act, 1908 |
| National Security Act, 1980 |
| J&K Public Safety Act, 1978 |
| Indian Arms Act, 1959 |
| J&K Excise Act, SVT 1958 |
| J&K Police Act, 198 |
Paper VII – Special Laws II (250 Marks)
| Acts |
|---|
| POCSO Act, 2012 |
| Information Technology Act, 2000 |
| Juvenile Justice Act, 2015 |
| Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 |
| Prevention of Black Marketing Act, 1980 |
| Public Gambling Act, 1867 |
| Indian Forest Act, 1927 |
| Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 |
| Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 |
