Delhi APP Syllabus 2026
Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment Test Syllabus
Key Examination Characteristics
Academic Pre-requisites
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Comprehensive Subject-Wise Syllabus (13 Subjects)
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Recruitment Test (Objective Type)
Objective type examination based on core criminal laws, constitutional law, and special local laws.
General Principles of Criminal Law, General Exceptions & Right of Private Defence, Abetment & Conspiracy
Offences against Body (Murder, Culpable Homicide, Kidnapping, Rape), Offences against Property (Theft, Robbery, Dacoity, Cheating), Offences against Public Tranquillity, Offences against the State
Classes of Criminal Courts, Arrest of Persons, FIR, Investigation, Search & Seizure, Bail & Bonds (Anticipatory Bail, Default Bail)
Charge Framing, Trial before Magistrates & Sessions Courts, Plea Bargaining, Appeals, Revision & Reference
Relevancy of Facts, Admissions & Confessions, Dying Declaration, Expert Evidence
Oral vs Documentary Evidence, Electronic Evidence, Burden of Proof, Examination of Witnesses, Leading Questions
Preamble, Nature of the Constitution, Citizenship
Concept of State (Art 12), Right to Equality (Art 14-18), Right to Freedom (Art 19-22), Right to Constitutional Remedies (Art 32)
Inter-relationship between FRs and DPSPs, Fundamental Duties (Art 51A)
Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, Quo Warranto (Art 32 & 226)
Separation of Powers, Ordinance Making Power, Pardoning Power, Independence of Judiciary
Protection against Ex-Post Facto Laws, Double Jeopardy, Self-Incrimination (Art 20), Protection against Arrest & Detention (Art 22)
Definitions (Public Servant), Offences & Penalties (Sec 7-13), Investigation, Sanction for prosecution (Sec 19)
Definitions, Penetrative Sexual Assault, Aggravated Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment, Procedure for Reporting, Special Courts
Definitions, Authorities and Officers, Prohibition, Control & Regulation, Offences & Penalties (Sec 15-32), Procedure for Search, Seizure & Arrest
General Principles, JJB, CWC, Rehabilitation and Social Re-integration, Offences against Children
Definitions, Electronic Records, Digital Signatures, Cyber Crimes & Penalties (Sec 65-74), Intermediary Guidelines
Power of Court to Release (Sec 3, 4), Restrictions on Imprisonment of Offenders under 21, Report of Probation Officer
Examination FAQs
What is the format of the Delhi APP written exam?
It is a Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) format exam with a duration of 2 hours and total marks of generally 300.
Is there any negative marking?
Yes, 1/3rd of the marks allotted to a question is deducted for each wrong answer.
What are the key focus areas for preparation?
Preparation should focus on conceptual clarity, important provisions, landmark judgments, and practical application of criminal laws.