Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper 2026 (OUT), Download Paper PDF, Check Analysis

The Chhattisgarh ADPO (Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer) Exam 2026 was held today, 20 September 2026 (Sunday), from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, by the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) for 15 posts. The Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper had 150 objective-type MCQs worth 300 marks, split into Part 1 – General Knowledge (with Chhattisgarh-specific GK) and Part 2 – Law (Major & Minor Acts, including BNS, BNSS, BSA 2023), in a 3-hour, bilingual (Hindi/English) format with 1/3rd negative marking per wrong answer. Qualifying marks are 33% for unreserved and 23% for reserved category candidates in each part, after which shortlisted, candidates move to an interview stage. 

Key Takeaways: CGPSC ADPO Question Paper 2026 

• The Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper 2026 was held today, 20 September 2026, from 10 AM to 1 PM. 
• The CGPSC ADPO Question Paper 2026 had 150 MCQs for 300 marks, to be solved in 3 hours. 
• Negative marking of 1/3rd mark applies to every wrong answer in the CGPSC ADPO Question Paper 2026. 
• Minimum qualifying marks: 33% (unreserved), 23% (reserved) in each part of the Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper 2026. 
• 15 vacancies are up for grabs through this year's recruitment cycle. 

CGPSC ADPO 2026 - Exam Overview 

Particular	Detail
Conducting Body	Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC)
Exam Name	CGPSC ADPO Question Paper 2026 / Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper 2026
Post	Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer (Sahayak Jila Lok Abhiyojan Adhikari)
Department	Home (Police) Department, Govt. of Chhattisgarh
Total Vacancies	15
Exam Date	20 September 2026 (Sunday)
Exam Time	10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Exam Duration	3 hours (180 minutes)
Exam Centres	Raipur, Bilaspur, Durg, Ambikapur, Jagdalpur
Mode	Offline (OMR-based; CGPSC has reserved the right to shift to CBT)
Question Paper Language	Hindi and English

CGPSC ADPO Question Paper 2026 PDF Download 

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Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper 2026: Questions Asked 

This section should be updated immediately after the examination with questions collected from candidates. 

Chhattisgarh ADPO Law Questions 2026 

The Law section carries 100 questions for 200 marks, making it the most heavily weighted section of the examination.  

Add the questions in this format: 

Question No.	Topic	Question	Answer
1	BNS	Question asked in the exam	To be updated
2	BNSS	Question asked in the exam	To be updated
3	BSA	Question asked in the exam	To be updated
4	Constitution	Question asked in the exam	To be updated
5	Minor Act	Question asked in the exam	To be updated

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Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper 2026 Section-Wise Analysis 

Based on the pattern followed in previous CGPSC ADPPO cycles and the shift to BNS/BNSS/BSA, candidates can expect the following from the CGPSC ADPO Question Paper 2026: 

• General Knowledge leans heavily on Chhattisgarh-specific facts (tribes, festivals, administrative divisions) rather than generic national GK — a common gap for aspirants who rely only on national-level GK books. 

• Law tests exact sections and provisions of the bare acts rather than conceptual understanding, since CGPSC has historically framed direct section-based questions. 

• Overall difficulty of the Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper 2026 is generally rated moderate to difficult, largely due to the newly introduced BNS/BNSS/BSA framework. 

CGPSC ADPO Question Paper 2026 Qualifying Marks and Cutoff Criteria

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks (per paper)
Unreserved/General	33%
Reserved Categories	23%

Candidates who fail to meet the minimum qualifying marks in either part of the Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper 2026 are not considered further for the interview stage, irrespective of their overall score. 

What Happens After the CGPSC ADPO Question Paper 2026 

The typical sequence following the Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper 2026 is: 
Written Exam (today) → Provisional Answer Key → Objection Window → Final Answer Key → Result/Merit List (Written Stage) → Interview → Final Merit List. 

Interview Stage After the CGPSC ADPO Question Paper 2026 

Candidates who clear the cutoff in the Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper 2026 are called for a personal interview, which typically carries around 30 marks (this can vary; CGPSC's official notification is the authoritative source for the exact weightage in a given cycle). The interview generally assesses legal aptitude, communication, current affairs awareness, and suitability for a prosecution officer's role.

Common Mistakes Candidates Make After the Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper 2026 

• Guessing excessively in the Law section without accounting for negative marking. 

• Not noting down attempted answers for later verification against the CGPSC ADPO Question Paper 2026 answer key. 

• Skipping the objection window and missing the chance to challenge ambiguous key answers. 

• Assuming the old IPC/CrPC/Evidence Act framework still applies instead of the updated BNS/BNSS/BSA. 

Chhattisgarh ADPO Question Paper Pattern 2026 

The paper was divided into two parts, both compulsory and objective (MCQ) in format, with four options per question. 

Part 1 – General Knowledge 

Covers Indian and Chhattisgarh history, the state's role in the national movement, geography (India and Chhattisgarh), Indian polity and the Constitution, Chhattisgarh's administrative structure and local governance (Panchayati Raj), economy, agriculture and industry, and current affairs with special emphasis on Chhattisgarh-specific developments. 

Part 2 – Law 

This is the heavier, higher-weightage section and covers Major Acts and Minor Acts. Following the nationwide criminal law overhaul, this year's syllabus tests the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023 in place of the erstwhile IPC, CrPC, and Indian Evidence Act, along with other minor/state-specific acts such as the Chhattisgarh Vishesh Jan Suraksha Adhiniyam, 2005, and Chhattisgarh High Court Rules & Orders (Criminal), 2005. 

Marking Scheme 

Component	Detail
Total Questions	150
Total Marks	300
Marks per Question	2
Negative Marking	1/3rd mark deducted per wrong answer
Unattempted Questions	No penalty

CGPSC ADPO Question Paper 2026 Preparation Tips for the Interview Stage 

• Read the bare acts for BNS, BNSS, and BSA directly — CGPSC tests exact sections, not just concepts. 

• Build a Chhattisgarh-specific GK file separately from national GK sources. 

• Practice previous years' CGPSC ADPO Question Paper editions to internalize question style and time pressure (150 questions in 180 minutes). 

• If shortlisted, prepare current affairs and legal reasoning specifically for the interview, not just factual recall.