The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Andhra Pradesh has issued six recruitment notifications dated 16 September 2026 covering 2,050 vacancies across the Andhra Pradesh Police Department, Special Protection Force, Police Transport Organisation, State Disaster Response and Fire Services Department, Prisons and Correctional Services Department, and Forensic Science Laboratory.
The recruitment includes Sub Inspectors, Police Constables, Firemen, Warders, technical police posts and Scientific Assistants. The online application schedule has not yet been announced. SLPRB has stated that the application dates and, where applicable, the Preliminary Written Test schedule will be notified separately through a press release.
Candidates should use this period to identify the correct post code, verify the post-specific qualification and physical standards, and keep certificates ready. Applications are to be submitted online through the SLPRB Andhra Pradesh website once the registration window is activated.
AP Police Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Andhra Pradesh |
| Notification date | 16 September 2026 |
| Notification numbers | Rc.No.81, 82, 83, 91, 92 & 93 / SLPRB / 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 2,050 |
| Posts | SI, Reserve SI, Police Constable, Fireman, Warder, technical police posts and Scientific Assistant |
| Job location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application opening | To be announced separately |
| Last date | To be announced separately |
| Age/qualification cut-off | 1 July 2026 |
| Official portal | SLPRB Andhra Pradesh |
Notification-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Notification | Post group | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Rc.No.81/SLPRB/Rect.1/2026 | SI (Civil), Reserve SI (AR) & SI (SPF) | 378 |
| Rc.No.82/SLPRB/Rect.1/2026 | SI (Communications) & SI (PTO) | 60 |
| Rc.No.83/SLPRB/Rect.1/2026 | Scientific Assistant (FSL) | 43 |
| Rc.No.91/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026 | PC (Civil/AR), Firemen & Warders | 1,156 |
| Rc.No.92/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026 | PC (Communications) | 200 |
| Rc.No.93/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026 | Constables (Mechanics & Drivers), PTO | 213 |
| Total | 2,050 |
Detailed Post-wise Vacancies
| Post Code | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | SCT Sub Inspector of Police (Civil) – Men & Women | 253 |
| 12 | SCT Reserve Sub Inspector of Police (AR) – Men & Women | 116 |
| 31 | Sub Inspector in Special Protection Force – Men | 9 |
| 15 | SCT Sub Inspector of Police (Communications) – Men & Women | 50 |
| 16 | SCT Sub Inspector of Police (Police Transport Organisation) – Men | 10 |
| 61 | Scientific Assistant (Physical), FSL | 10 |
| 62 | Scientific Assistant (Chemical), FSL | 13 |
| 63 | Scientific Assistant (Biology/Serology), FSL | 20 |
| 21 | SCT Police Constable (Civil) – Men & Women | 542 |
| 22 | SCT Police Constable (AR) – Men & Women | 285 |
| 42 | Firemen, State Disaster Response & Fire Services – Men | 158 |
| 53 | Warders, Prisons & Correctional Services – Men | 150 |
| 54 | Warders, Prisons & Correctional Services – Women | 21 |
| 25 | SCT Police Constable (Communications) – Men & Women | 200 |
| 26 | Stipendiary Constable (Mechanics), PTO – Men | 15 |
| 27 | Stipendiary Constable (Drivers), PTO – Men | 198 |
| Total | 2,050 |
The largest group is the 1,156-post notification covering Civil/AR Police Constables, Firemen and Warders. Candidates should not assume that one eligibility rule applies across all 2,050 vacancies because qualification, age, physical standards and examination pattern vary by post code.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification issued | 16 September 2026 |
| Age and qualification cut-off | 1 July 2026 |
| Online application start | To be announced by SLPRB |
| Online application closing | To be announced by SLPRB |
| Preliminary Written Test | To be announced where applicable |
| NCL/EWS certificate reference | Certificates should be issued on or after 1 April 2026 where applicable |
Do not rely on any unofficial fixed application deadline unless SLPRB publishes a later press release. SLPRB has not yet announced the online application opening and closing dates.
Educational Qualification
Qualification is post-specific. The following table gives the principal requirement for each group.
| Post / Post Code | Main educational requirement |
|---|---|
| SI Civil / RSI AR / SI SPF (11, 12, 31) | Degree from a recognised university; the notification contains a separate provision for SC/ST candidates |
| SI Communications (15) | Specified Diploma/B.Tech/B.Sc. qualification in electronics, electrical, computer, IT or related notified field |
| SI PTO (16) | Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical or Automobile Engineering, or equivalent notified qualification |
| PC Civil / PC AR / Firemen (21, 22, 42) | Intermediate or equivalent; separate notified provision applies to SC/ST candidates |
| Warders (53, 54) | Intermediate or equivalent recognised by the State Government |
| PC Communications (25) | SSC plus specified ITI trade, or specified Intermediate/Vocational Intermediate technical qualification |
| Constable Mechanics (26) | SSC/equivalent plus ITI in a notified mechanical/electrical trade |
| Constable Drivers (27) | Intermediate/equivalent, or SSC plus specified ITI; valid LMV driving licence held continuously for at least two years as on notification date |
| Scientific Assistant Physical (61) | M.Sc. with Physics, or Forensic Science with Physics specialisation, as prescribed |
| Scientific Assistant Chemical (62) | M.Sc. with Chemistry/Biochemistry, or Forensic Science with Chemistry/Toxicology specialisation, as prescribed |
| Scientific Assistant Biology/Serology (63) | M.Sc. in the notified biological discipline, or Forensic Science with Biology specialisation, as prescribed |
Applicants for Scientific Assistant should carefully choose the eligible discipline. The reproduced notification details state that an FSL candidate should select only one of Post Codes 61, 62 or 63 according to qualification.
Age Limit as on 1 July 2026
| Post group | General age range / upper age |
|---|---|
| SI Civil / RSI AR / SI SPF | 21–27 years |
| SI Communications / SI PTO | 21–27 years |
| PC Civil / PC AR | 18–24 years |
| Firemen / Warders | 18–32 years |
| PC Communications | 18–24 years |
| Constable Mechanics | 18–24 years |
| Constable Drivers | 18–27 years |
| Scientific Assistant | Upper age 44 years |
Category and service-based age relaxations apply under the notification. BC (Non-Creamy Layer), SC and ST candidates receive the notified relaxation, while separate provisions exist for eligible state-government employees, ex-servicemen, NCC instructors, serving Home Guards and certain women candidates. Candidates should verify the exact relaxation applicable to their own post code before applying.
Application Fee
| Recruitment group | AP-local OC/EWS/BC | AP-local SC/ST | Non-local |
|---|---|---|---|
| SI groups and Scientific Assistant | ₹600 | ₹300 | ₹600 |
| Constable groups, Firemen and Warders | ₹300 | ₹150 | ₹300 |
Payment is to be made through the modes enabled on the SLPRB application portal. Candidates should complete both fee payment and final submission when the application window opens; fee payment alone does not constitute a submitted application.
Pay Scale
The recruitment covers multiple pay scales under RPS 2022, so candidates should check the scale applicable to their post.
| Post group | Pay scale |
|---|---|
| SI (Communications) | ₹45,830–₹1,30,580 |
| SI Civil / RSI AR / SI SPF / SI PTO | ₹44,570–₹1,27,480 |
| Scientific Assistant (FSL) | ₹44,570–₹1,27,480 |
| Police Constables / Firemen / Warders / Mechanics / Drivers | ₹25,220–₹80,910 |
Stipendiary Cadet Trainees receive the government-fixed stipend during institutional training. Regular time-scale pay applies after successful completion of training as prescribed.
Physical Measurement Standards
Physical standards vary between the general police/fire/prisons group and the technical police group. The principal standards reproduced from the notifications are shown below.
| Group | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| SI/PC Civil, AR, SPF, Firemen, Warders | Height 167.6 cm; chest 86.3 cm with 5 cm expansion | Height 152.5 cm; weight 40 kg |
| SI Communications/PTO and technical PCs | Height 162 cm; chest 84 cm with 4 cm expansion | Height 152.5 cm; weight 40 kg |
Relaxed measurements apply to eligible Aboriginal Scheduled Tribe candidates from notified agency areas. Candidates should verify the exact category, district and post-code condition before relying on a relaxation.
Physical Efficiency Test
For the main SI and Constable/Fire/Warder groups, the notified PET uses the 1,600-metre run, 100-metre run and long jump, but the combination and whether PET marks count toward merit differ by post code.
| Event | General Men | Ex-servicemen | Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,600 metres | 8 minutes | 9 min 30 sec | 10 min 30 sec |
| 100 metres | 15 sec | 16.5 sec | 18 sec |
| Long jump | 3.80 m | 3.65 m | 2.75 m |
For technical SI/PC posts, the reproduced rules specify a qualifying 1,600-metre run rather than the full three-event scoring structure. Scientific Assistant posts do not have PMT/PET.
Selection Process
There is no single selection pattern for all 2,050 vacancies.
SI Civil, RSI AR and SI SPF
The process includes a Preliminary Written Test, PMT, PET, Final Written Examination, certificate verification and medical examination. The preliminary stage consists of Arithmetic & Reasoning and General Studies papers. Final merit rules differ between Civil and AR/SPF posts.
PC Civil, PC AR, Firemen and Warders
The process includes a Preliminary Written Test, PMT, PET, Final Written Examination, certificate verification and medical examination. PET is qualifying for some post codes and contributes marks for AR as prescribed.
SI Communications and SI PTO
There is no preliminary written test. Candidates proceed through certificate verification/PMT, qualifying PET and a three-paper written examination including a technical paper.
PC Communications
There is no preliminary test. Selection includes PMT, qualifying running test and a technical written examination.
Constable Mechanics and Drivers
Candidates face PMT/PET, followed by a Trade Test for Mechanics or Driving Test for Drivers, and a technical written examination. The trade/driving test is qualifying under the reproduced notification details.
Scientific Assistant
There is no preliminary test or physical test. Selection is through a 120-question, 120-mark objective written examination followed by certificate verification, with final selection based on written-test merit.
The reproduced notification details state minimum written-test qualifying marks of 40% for OC including EWS, 35% for BC and 30% for SC/ST.
Documents Candidates Should Keep Ready
Candidates should prepare the documents relevant to their post and reservation claim before the application portal opens.
| Document | Why it may be required |
|---|---|
| SSC/Matric certificate | Date of birth proof |
| Educational certificates | Post-wise qualification verification |
| Study/residence certificates | Local-status determination |
| Community certificate | BC/SC/ST claim |
| NCL certificate | BC Non-Creamy Layer claim where applicable |
| EWS certificate | EWS claim where applicable |
| LMV driving licence | Driver post |
| Home Guard / special-category certificate | Where the candidate claims the relevant category |
| Ex-servicemen / NCC certificates | Where applicable |
| Agency-area residence proof | For eligible physical-standard relaxation claims |
Candidates should carry originals when called for physical tests or certificate verification as directed by SLPRB.
How to Apply When the Portal Opens
- Visit the SLPRB Andhra Pradesh official website.
- Open the recruitment/application link corresponding to the relevant notification and post group.
- Read the updated press release announcing the application dates before starting registration.
- Pay the prescribed registration/application fee using the enabled online payment method.
- Complete the Stage-I online application with personal, educational, reservation and post-code details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting certificates in the prescribed format.
- Review every entry carefully and press the final Submit button.
- Save the payment receipt and final submitted application acknowledgement.
- For recruitments that use a second-stage application after the preliminary test, follow the later SLPRB instructions for uploading certificates before PMT/PET.
Important Candidate Cautions
- Application dates are not yet announced. Do not trust a fixed start or closing date unless it comes from SLPRB.
- The six notifications have different qualification, age, physical and examination rules. Check the exact post code before applying.
- Driver applicants must verify the prescribed LMV licence holding period.
- Scientific Assistant applicants should choose only the eligible discipline/post code.
- Physical-test standards are strict and differ between post groups and eligible relaxed categories.
- Vacancy figures are provisional and may be changed by the recruiting authority through later notices.
- Use only the official SLPRB portal for registration, fee payment and future press releases.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| SLPRB Andhra Pradesh Official Website | Official recruitment portal and future application schedule |
| SLPRB Recruitment Section | Recruitment notices and updates |
| Regal Naukri Latest Jobs | More current government recruitment updates |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are announced in this AP Police recruitment cycle?
The six SLPRB notifications together cover 2,050 vacancies.
When does the AP Police Recruitment 2026 application form open?
SLPRB has not announced the application opening date yet. The online application schedule will be issued separately through a press release.
What is the last date to apply?
No closing date has been notified yet for these six notifications. Candidates should follow SLPRB for the separate application-schedule announcement.
What qualifications are required?
They vary by post. Depending on the post code, the requirement ranges from SSC with ITI or Intermediate to Diploma, Degree and M.Sc. qualifications.
Is there a physical test for every post?
No. Police, fire, prison and several technical police posts have physical stages, but Scientific Assistant recruitment does not have PMT/PET under the reproduced notification details.
What is the salary?
Pay scales vary from ₹25,220–₹80,910 for constable-level posts to ₹44,570–₹1,27,480 for most SI/FSL posts and ₹45,830–₹1,30,580 for SI Communications, subject to the notified training/stipend conditions.
Where should candidates apply?
Applications will be accepted through the official SLPRB Andhra Pradesh website once the Board activates the online application link.