📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Public Prosecutor (PP)
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Ministry of Home Affairs, invites applications for the recruitment of 21 Public Prosecutors on a deputation basis (including short-term contract). Eligible Law Officers and Advocates can apply through proper channel.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) |
| Post Name | Public Prosecutor (PP) |
| Total Vacancies | 21 |
| Notification Date | 1st August 2026 |
| Application Mode | Offline (Through Proper Channel) |
| Job Type | Deputation (Including Short-Term Contract) |
| Official Website | narcoticsindia.nic.in |
Employment Type:CONTRACTOR
Number of Vacancies:21
Vacancy Details
| Post | Total Vacancies | Pay Scale (Pre-revised & 7th CPC) | Level | Max Age | Mode of Recruitment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Prosecutor | 21 | PB-3: ₹15,600-39,100 + GP ₹5,400 (Level 10: ₹56,100 - 1,77,500) | 10 | 56 years | Deputation (including STC) |
| Total | 21 | ||||
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Eligible Officers | Law Officers from Central Government/Central Govt. agencies (NIA, CBI, ED etc.), Public Prosecutors of State Governments/UTs, or officers from Autonomous/Statutory Organizations, PSUs, or recognized universities/research institutions. | Must be holding analogous posts in Level 10 OR have 2 years of regular service in Level 9 OR 4 years in Level 8. |
| Educational Qualification | Essential: Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognized University. | - |
| Experience | Essential: 7 years of practice as an Advocate in conducting criminal cases. Desirable: 3 years experience as an Advocate in conducting NDPS cases. | Experience must be post-qualification and relevant. |
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. | - |
Educational Qualification & Experience:Bachelor's Degree in Law with 7 years of practice in conducting criminal cases. Desirable: 3 years of experience in NDPS cases.
Skills:Expertise in criminal law, prosecution, NDPS Act, legal drafting, court appearances, case management.
Age Limit:Maximum 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Salary (per month): Pay Scale: Level 10 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500) as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Pre-revised: PB-3 ₹15,600-39,100 + GP ₹5,400).
Selection Procedure:
- Screening of Applications: Based on eligibility and experience.
- Deputation/Interview: As per NCB norms.
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates must apply through the proper channel. The application process involves the following steps:
- Download Application Form: Obtain the prescribed Bio-data/C.V. proforma from the NCB website (narcoticsindia.nic.in).
- Fill the Form: Fill the application form completely.
- Attach Documents: Attach the following documents:
- Supporting documents for educational qualifications (Bachelor's Degree in Law).
- Photocopies of APARs for the last five years (duly attested).
- Integrity Certificate.
- Vigilance Clearance certificate.
- Major/minor penalty statement for the last 10 years.
- Cadre clearance certificate. - Forward through Proper Channel: The application must be forwarded by the candidate's employer (Cadre Controlling Authority) to the following address:
Dy Director General (P&A), Narcotics Control Bureau Headquarters, 2nd Floor, August Kranti Bhawan, Bhikaji Cama Place, New Delhi - 110 066.
Important: The last date for receiving applications through the proper channel is 2 months from the date of the vacancy circular (likely 1st October 2026). Please check the official notification for the exact date.
📅 Important Dates
Vacancy Circular Date: 1st August 2026
Last Date for Receipt of Applications (through proper channel): Within 2 months from the date of the circular (approx. 1st October 2026). Please verify the exact date from the official notification.
Official Notification: View on NCB Vacancies Page (Please visit the NCB website to download the detailed notification and application proforma.)
Official Website: https://narcoticsindia.nic.in
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Eligibility: This is a deputation/STC post for Law Officers and Advocates with the specified experience. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for your cadre.
- Application Mode: Applications must be forwarded through the proper channel by your current employer.
- Documents: A complete set of documents (APARs, Integrity Certificate, Vigilance Clearance, etc.) is mandatory. Ensure all are properly attested.
- Deadline: The last date is within 2 months from 01.08.2026. Confirm the exact cut-off date from the official notification.
- Commitment: Selected candidates will not be allowed to withdraw their candidature. Failure to join after selection may lead to debarment from future NCB deputation.
- No Fee: No application fee is mentioned.
- Official Notification: Since the direct link to the notification is not provided, visit the NCB website and look for "Vacancy Circular for the post of Public Prosecutor (PP)" to download the detailed advertisement and application proforma.