UPSC Delhi APP 2026 · Age limit & eligibility
UPSC Delhi APP Age Limit 2026: Relaxation, Qualification and Eligibility
UPSC Delhi APP age limit: 35 years (UR/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST) (age counted on Closing date of online application (2 October 2026)), as per the official notice published 12 September 2026 (online applications open).
Age limit, the date on which age is counted, category-wise relaxation and the educational qualification, as printed in the official notice.
UPSC Delhi APP age limit and relaxation
Age limit
35 years (UR/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST) (as on Closing date of online application (2 October 2026))
Educational qualification
- Essential: Law degree from a recognised university or institute, and 3 years' experience at the bar
- Desirable: experience as a government advocate
Upper age relaxation
| PwBD (at least 40% disability) | Up to 10 years (maximum age 56 on the closing date) |
| Ex-Servicemen and commissioned officers | Up to 5 years (subject to conditions) |
| Central / UT government servants | Up to 5 years |
| Contractual employees | One-time relaxation up to 5 years, subject to conditions |
Application fee
₹25, by card, UPI or internet banking; non-refundable. Female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempt.
Source: Advertisement No. 11/2026 — Assistant Public Prosecutor, Directorate of Prosecution, Govt. of NCT of Delhi (Vacancy No. 26091106212) (published 12 September 2026 (online applications open)). Confirm in the official notice before applying.
Age limit and qualification
The age limit is 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 for OBC and 40 for SC/ST, counted on the closing date of 2 October 2026. PwBD candidates get up to 10 more years (maximum 56); contractual employees may get a one-time relaxation of up to 5 years, subject to conditions.
You need a law degree from a recognised university or institute and three years' experience at the bar. Experience as a government advocate is desirable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for UPSC Delhi APP?
35 years (UR/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST), counted as on Closing date of online application (2 October 2026), as per the Advertisement No. 11/2026 — Assistant Public Prosecutor, Directorate of Prosecution, Govt. of NCT of Delhi (Vacancy No. 26091106212). Category-wise upper age relaxation is given in the notice.
What qualification is needed for UPSC Delhi APP?
Essential: Law degree from a recognised university or institute, and 3 years' experience at the bar. Desirable: experience as a government advocate.
What is the age limit?
35 years (UR/EWS), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST) on 2 October 2026.