Answer Key Update
BPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Answer Key 2026 Released
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the provisional answer keys for the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Preliminary Examination 2026 (Advt. No. 13/2026). Candidates can download the General Studies and Law paper solutions from the official website and raise objections online using valid proof. This update is based on the official notification referred to as BPSC Prosecution.pdf[cite: 1].
Release Date12 August 2026
Objection Last Date18 August 2026
FeeINR 250 per challenge
About This Answer Key
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially published the provisional answer keys for the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Preliminary Examination held on 15 July 2026. Separate PDFs have been provided for the General Studies and Law papers across all question booklet series (A, B, C, and D). Candidates can use these documents to estimate their baseline scores before the official results are declared.
The answer key is considered provisional because candidates have the opportunity to challenge any discrepancies. During the objection window, applicants who find an error in the published answers can submit their challenges through the BPSC candidate dashboard. Submitting a challenge requires credible evidence, such as standard textbooks or official bare acts, alongside a per-question fee.
After the objection window closes, a committee of subject experts will evaluate the received challenges. A final answer key will then be formulated, which will serve as the sole basis for calculating the Prelims result and determining the candidates eligible for the Mains examination.
Answer Key Snapshot
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| APO Preliminary Exam Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | 12 August 2026 |
| Objection Window Start Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Objection Window Last Date | 18 August 2026 |
| Final Answer Key Release | To be notified |
| Prelims Result Date | To be notified |
How to Download BPSC APO Answer Key
- Visit the official Bihar Public Service Commission website at bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Look for the latest update dated 12 August 2026 regarding the "Invitation of Objections to Answers for Assistant Prosecution Officer (Prelims) Competitive Examination."
- Click on the specific subject link (General Studies or Law) to open the answer key PDF.
- Download the PDF and check the answers according to your respective question booklet series (A, B, C, or D).
- Save the document for your personal reference and expected mark calculations.
How to Raise Objection
- Visit the BPSC official portal and log into the candidate dashboard using your credentials.
- Access the objection/correction link provided for the Assistant Prosecution Officer exam during the active window (14 to 18 August 2026).
- Select the subject (General Studies or Law), booklet series, and specific question number you wish to challenge.
- Provide a credible and verifiable source (such as a standard reference book or official act) to support your claim. Objections without evidence will be rejected.
- Pay the requisite objection fee of INR 250 per question challenged via online payment modes.
- Submit your objection before the deadline and download the confirmation slip.
Offline objections sent via speed post or email will not be entertained by the commission.
How to Calculate Expected Marks
Candidates can estimate their preliminary exam scores by cross-checking their responses with the provisional key and applying the official BPSC APO marking scheme:
- Correct Answer: Add 1 mark for every correct response.
- Incorrect Answer: Deduct 1/3rd (0.33) mark for every wrong answer due to negative marking.
- Unattempted Question: Assign zero (0) marks for questions left blank.
The formula is: (Number of Correct Answers × 1) - (Number of Incorrect Answers × 0.33). Please wait for the final answer key and official cutoff for the conclusive qualifying status.
Important Instructions From BPSC
| Point | Instruction |
|---|---|
| Mode of Submission | Challenges must be submitted exclusively through the online candidate dashboard. Offline representations are strictly invalid. |
| Valid Proof Required | Every objection must be backed by authentic documentary evidence or standard references. |
| Booklet Series Match | Candidates must ensure they are matching their answers with the exact series (A, B, C, or D) they received during the exam. |
| Final Decision | The decision of the BPSC expert committee regarding modifications to the provisional key will be final and binding. |
| No Late Submissions | The objection window firmly closes on 18 August 2026. Late requests will be auto-rejected by the system. |
Some Useful Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Download GS Answer Key | Check official website for General Studies Key |
| Download Law Answer Key | Check official website for Law Key |
| Raise Objection | Login to BPSC Dashboard |
| Official Website | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the BPSC APO Answer Key 2026 released?
Yes, the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) released the provisional answer keys for the APO Preliminary Examination on 12 August 2026.
What is the objection deadline for the BPSC APO Answer Key?
Candidates can raise objections against the provisional answer key from 14 August 2026 to 18 August 2026.
What is the objection fee for BPSC APO Answer Key?
Candidates are required to pay a fee of INR 250 per question challenged.
Where can candidates download the BPSC APO answer key?
The answer key PDFs for General Studies and Law can be downloaded directly from the official BPSC website at bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
How are marks calculated for the BPSC APO Prelims?
Candidates get 1 mark for each correct answer. There is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for every incorrect answer.
When was the BPSC APO Prelims Exam 2026 conducted?
The BPSC APO Preliminary Examination was conducted offline on 15 July 2026.
When will the final answer key come?
The final answer key will be released after the subject-expert committee reviews all valid objections submitted before the deadline. The exact release date is yet to be notified.
What login details are required to raise an objection?
Candidates need to log in to their candidate dashboard on the online BPSC portal using their registered credentials (username and password) to submit challenges.
Disclaimer
GovJobUpdates is a private informational portal and is not associated with the Bihar Public Service Commission or any government body. This page is created solely to help students navigate answer key updates. Candidates must verify the answer key, objection deadline, fee structure, and all other instructions from the official BPSC website (bpsc.bihar.gov.in) before submitting any challenge.