SLPRB AP Police Recruitment 2026 – 2050 SI, Driver and More Posts

Posted on: September 17, 2026

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Location: Andhra Pradesh

State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Andhra Pradesh has launched a massive recruitment programme for youth in the state. SLPRB AP Police Recruitment 2026 notification on September 16, 2026 provides 1,240 Civil, Armed Reserve, Communication, Transport Organisation (ARTC) posts. This is a part of a bigger drive as part of the recruitment drive sanctioned by the Government of Andhra Pradesh for various departments of the uniformed services which has created a lot of excitement among the aspirants preparing for AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026. The scenarios and necessary details of every question, answered in one place, will help the candidates plan their preparation with clarity and confidence, in advance of opening of the online application window for this year’s police jobs recruitment cycle on the official portal soon.

About the State Level Police Recruitment Board

State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Mangalagiri, Guntur District is the recruiting body for the Andhra Pradesh Police and other uniformed services. SLPRB, which falls under the State Home Department, trains its police officers through online application, written test and physical assessment. The board is one of the most trusted Police Jobs in India and now has released the notifications with details regarding SLPRB AP Police Vacancy 2026, inviting applications from the eligible candidates from all the districts of Andhra Pradesh.

Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution for SLPRB AP Police Recruitment 2026

Sub Inspectors Civil AR and SPF

Post NameNo. of Vacancies
Sub Inspector of Police Civil Men and Women253
Reserve Sub Inspector of Police AR Men and Women116
Sub Inspector Men in Special Protection Force SPF Department9
Total Vacancies378

Sub Inspectors Communications and PTO

Post NameNo. of Vacancies
Sub Inspector of Police Communications Men and Women50
Sub Inspector of Police PTO Men10
Total Vacancies60

Police Constables Civil AR Fire and Prisons

Post NameNo. of Vacancies
SCT Police Constable Civil Men and Women542
SCT Police Constable AR Men and Women285
Firemen in State Disaster Response and Fire Services Department158
Warder Men in Prisons and Correctional Services Department150
Warder Women in Prisons and Correctional Services Department21
Total Vacancies1156

(Communication) Police Constables

Post NameNo. of Vacancies
SCT Police Constable Communications Men and Women200
Total Vacancies200

Police Constables PTO

Post NameNo. of Vacancies
Stipendiary Constable Mechanic Men in Police Transport Organisation15
Stipendiary Constable Driver Men in Police Transport Organisation198
Total Vacancies213

Scientific Assistant FSL

Post NameNo. of Vacancies
Scientific Assistant Physical10
Scientific Assistant Chemical13
Scientific Assistant Biology Serology20
Total Vacancies43

Pay Scales for SLPRB AP Police Recruitment 2026

  • SI Communications: Rs. 45,830/- to Rs. 1,30,580/-.
  • Other SI and Scientific Assistant Posts: Rs. 44,570/- to Rs. 1,27,480/-.
  • Constable, Fireman and Warder Posts: Rs. 25,220/- to Rs. 80,910/-.
  • Training Period: Candidates receive a stipend as prescribed by the Government.

Fee Structure for Different Post Groups

  • SI and Scientific Assistant – OC/EWS/BC: Rs. 600/-.
  • SI and Scientific Assistant – SC/ST: Rs. 300/-.
  • Constable, Fireman and Warder – OC/EWS/BC: Rs. 300/-.
  • Constable, Fireman and Warder – SC/ST: Rs. 150/-.
  • Non-Local Candidates: Applicable OC fee rate applies.

Eligibility and Qualification Requirements

Post NameQualification Required
SI (Civil), RSI (AR), SI (SPF)
  • Any Degree from a recognised university
  • SC/ST candidates may apply with Intermediate subject to notification conditions
SI (Communications)
  • Diploma/B.Tech in ECE, EEE, Computer Engineering or IT
  • 3-year B.Sc. Electronics also accepted
  • Relevant AP Police Recruitment 2026 applicants should verify technical
    discipline
SI (PTO)
  • Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical or Automobile Engineering
Scientific Assistant (Physical)
  • M.Sc. in Physics or Forensic Science with Physics
Scientific Asst. (Chemical)
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry/Biochemistry or relevant Forensic Science
Scientific Asst. (Bio/Serology)
  • M.Sc. in the relevant Biological Science discipline
PC (Civil), PC (AR), Fireman
  • Intermediate or equivalent
  • Special qualification conditions apply to eligible SC/ST candidates
Warder (Men/Women)
  • Intermediate or equivalent
PC (Communications)
  • SSC + specified ITI trade
  • Intermediate MPC or relevant Vocational Intermediate
Constable (Mechanics)
  • SSC + ITI in Wireman, MMV, Diesel Mechanic or Fitter
Constable (Drivers)
  • Intermediate or SSC + specified ITI
  • Valid LMV licence held for at least 2 years

Age Criteria and Relaxation Benefits

  • SI Posts: 21 to 27 years.
  • Police Constable Posts: 18 to 24 years.
  • Fireman and Warder: 18 to 32 years.
  • Constable Mechanics: 18 to 24 years.
  • Constable Drivers: 18 to 27 years.
  • Scientific Assistant: Up to 44 years.

Relaxation Provisions for Eligible Categories

  • EWS/BC/SC/ST: Up to 5 years.
  • AP Govt Employees: Up to 5 years.
  • Ex-Servicemen: 3 years + service period.
  • NCC Instructors: 3 years + service period.
  • Eligible Women: As per post-specific rules.

Important Timeline for SLPRB AP Police Recruitment 2026

  • Notification Release Date: September 16, 2026
  • Notification Reference Numbers: Rc.No.91/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026 (Civil/AR posts), Rc.No.92/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026 (Communications), Rc.No.93/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026 (Mechanics and Drivers)
  • Application Mode: Online only, through the official portal
  • Online Application Start Date: To be announced separately through a press release
  • Preliminary Written Test Date: To be notified along with the application schedule
  • Eligibility Cut-Off Date: July 1, 2026 (used for calculating age and qualification eligibility)

Also Read: APPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply for 299 Posts

Exam Pattern

StageTestMarksDuration
1Preliminary Written Test Objective Paper 200 Questions2003 Hours
2Physical Measurements Test Height Chest and WeightQualifying
3PET 1600 Meters Run & One of 100 Meters Run / Long JumpQualifying / 100 for Post Code 22
4Driving Test Applicable Only for Driver Post100 Qualifying
5Final Written Examination Objective Paper 200 Questions200 / 100 for Post Code 223 Hours
6Final Merit Based on Final Written Exam & PET200

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Documents Required at Physical Test Stage

  • A Secondary School Certificate or Matriculation Certificate in original as proof of date of birth must be carried by the candidate.
  • Where applicable, intermediate or equivalent certificate should be presented in addition to mark memos
  • The candidates who are applying for the SLPRB AP Police Recruitment 2026 must have valid community certificate and non creamy layer certificate.
  • Candidates claiming EWS benefit of the Economically Weaker Section should have EWS certificate from the competent authority.
  • Applicants for the role of a Driver need to also hold a valid Light Motor Vehicle driving licence.
  • All documents should be created in original and be 1 set of attested photocopies at the time of the Physical Measurements Test.
  • Candidates applying for Latest Government Jobs in India to need carry original of all the documents with 1 set of attested photocopies at the Physical Measurements Test.

Physical Standards for Selection

  • Men (Civil, AR, Communications, Mechanic/Driver): The height must not be below 162cm to 167.6cm as per the job profile and the minimum chest measurement and expansion is as per protocol.
  • Women (Civil, AR, Communications): must be at least 152.5cm tall and weigh 40kg or more
  • Relaxed Standards for Scheduled Tribe Candidates in Notified Agency Areas: Lower height, chest and weight benchmarks apply
  • Physical Efficiency Test: They have to run 1600 meters with a 100 m sprint/100 m long jump in a prescribed time.
  • Driving Test (Driver Post Only): An assessment (100 marks, 50 mark pass) of the skill areas of vehicle control, gear handling and basic mechanical knowledge to be performed in a driving environment.

Selection Stages for SLPRB AP Police Recruitment 2026

  • The process of recruitment starts from the candidates’ registration online and then after the fee payment, they had to fill the application form of Stage-I under SLPRB AP Police Recruitment 2026.
  • Preliminary Written Test: The candidates who have been registered appear for the Preliminary Written Test in three languages (English, Telugu and Urdu) and the objective questions are 200 in number.
  • The preliminary written test has different qualifying marks in each category: 40 percent for OC, 35 percent for BC and 30 percent for SC and ST.
  • Those who pass the written test take a physical test which measures height, chest and weight on digital measuring apparatus.
  • If they are successful, they then take the Physical Efficiency Test, which consists of a 1600m run and either a 100m sprint or long jump.
  • Candidates interested in the Driver role also take a driving skill assessment qualification test over a number of technical requirements.
  • The entire process involves a Final Written Examination of 200 marks, verification of documents and compilation of the final merit list for Government Jobs in AP.

How to Submit Your Application for SLPRB AP Police Recruitment 2026

  • Visit the official website of the State Level Police Recruitment Board at slprb.ap.gov.in
  • Go to the “Recruitment“, which is available on the homepage.
  • The advertisement is called State Level Police Recruitment Board Andhra Pradesh Police Constable Recruitment 2026.
  • Read the full notification carefully before applying to get details of Eligibility age and post preference.
  • Click on new registration and fill in basic information like full name, date of birth, mobile number and email address
  • Move to pay the required application fee using debit card, credit card, net banking or any other convenient method.
  • Fill in the AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Stage I Online Application Form with personal educational and category related information.
  • Submit the necessary photograph signature SSC certificate and relevant community EWS / non creamy layer certificate in the form outlined.
  • All entered information will be reviewed before final submission – corrections may not be allowed after submission.
  • Once the application has been completed, submit it and save or print out the confirmation page for future reference.

FAQs

The notification regarding the application dates for 2050 posts will be released individually through press media. The aspirants will have to keep visiting the official portal SLPRB Andhra Pradesh to know the schedule for the applications.

Recruitment for the posts of (Sub) Inspector, (sub) Police Constable, Fireman, Warden, Driver, Mechanic and Scientific Assistant. Candidates can apply based on their educational qualifications and post wise eligibility.

 

The recruitment drive has a total no of 2,050 unfilled vacancies of six different advertisements. The vacancies exist for executive, technical, fire service, prison, transport and forensic science.

AP Police SI Recruitment 2026 will be through Preliminary Written Test, Physical Measurements Test, Physical Efficiency Test and Final Written Examination. Technical SI selection process is different.

Important Links

Official Notification (Rc.No.81)Download PDF
Official Notification (Rc.No.82)Download PDF
Official Notification (Rc.No.83)Download PDF
Official Notification (Rc.No.91)Download PDF
Official Notification (Rc.No.92)Download PDF
Official Notification (Rc.No.93)Download PDF
Official Press NoteDownload PDF
Official Websitewww.slprb.ap.gov.in
Apply Onlinewww.slprb.ap.gov.in (Link will be activated soon)

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