AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: 1,156 Posts
AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: The State Level Police Recruitment Board, Andhra Pradesh (SLPRB AP), has issued Notification No. 91/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026, dated 16 September 2026, for the recruitment of 1,156 Police Constables, Firemen and Warders.
The vacancies are available in the Andhra Pradesh Police Department, State Disaster Response and Fire Services Department, and Prisons and Correctional Services Department. Both men and women can apply for the posts permitted for their gender, subject to the educational, age, physical and medical requirements in the official notification.
This article explains the vacancy distribution, eligibility, age limit, application fee, physical standards, selection process, salary and official links in clear language. Applicants should still read the complete notification before submitting an application.
AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | State Level Police Recruitment Board, Andhra Pradesh |
| Notification number | 91/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026 |
| Notification date | 16 September 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 1,156 |
| Posts | Police Constable (Civil/AR), Fireman and Warder |
| Qualification | Intermediate or equivalent, subject to the post-wise exception explained below |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Application dates | To be announced separately |
| Job location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Pay scale | ₹25,220–₹80,910 under Revised Pay Scales 2022 |
| Official website | slprb.ap.gov.in |
AP Police Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Code | Name of Post | Vacancies | Eligible Gender |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | SCT Police Constable (Civil) | 542 | Men and Women |
| 22 | SCT Police Constable (Armed Reserve) | 285 | Men and Women |
| 42 | Fireman in State Disaster Response and Fire Services | 158 | Men only |
| 53 | Warder | 150 | Men only |
| 54 | Warder | 21 | Women only |
| Total | 1,156 | — | |
Important: The notified vacancies are provisional and may be changed by SLPRB AP during the recruitment process. Candidates should check the district-wise, category-wise and backlog distribution in the official PDF.
Educational Qualification
Post Codes 21, 22 and 42
As on 1 July 2026, candidates must have passed Intermediate or an equivalent examination recognised by the Andhra Pradesh State Government.
For candidates belonging to SC or ST communities, the notification permits those who have passed SSC or an equivalent examination and have studied Intermediate and appeared for both first-year and second-year Intermediate examinations, subject to all other conditions.
Post Codes 53 and 54
Candidates must have passed Intermediate or an equivalent examination recognised by the State Government as on 1 July 2026.
Candidates with qualifications higher than the prescribed minimum may also be considered. However, they must prove that their qualification is recognised or equivalent when required.
Age Limit as on 1 July 2026
| Category/Post | Minimum Age | Upper Age | Required Date of Birth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post Codes 21 and 22—other candidates | 18 years | Below 24 years | Between 2 July 2002 and 1 July 2008 |
| Post Codes 42, 53 and 54 | 18 years | Below 32 years | Between 2 July 1994 and 1 July 2008 |
| Eligible serving AP Home Guards applying under the prescribed conditions | 18 years | Below 32 years | Between 2 July 1994 and 1 July 2008 |
Age Relaxation
- EWS candidates: up to five years.
- BC Non-Creamy Layer, SC and ST candidates: up to five years.
- Eligible AP State Government employees: length of regular service, limited to five years.
- Ex-servicemen and eligible whole-time NCC instructors: relaxation as prescribed in the notification.
- Widows, divorced women and judicially separated women who have not remarried: special upper-age limits apply as stated in the notification.
The date of birth recorded in the SSC/Matriculation or equivalent certificate will be accepted. Applicants should calculate their age carefully because the online form may not automatically validate every relaxation.
Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| AP local candidates belonging to OC, EWS or BC | ₹300 |
| AP local candidates belonging to SC or ST | ₹150 |
| Non-local candidates | ₹300 |
The fee can be paid using the options made available on the SLPRB AP website. Paying the fee alone does not complete the application. Candidates must also fill in and finally submit the Stage-I online application form. The fee is non-refundable.
AP Police Application Dates 2026
Candidates should not enter personal details or pay money through unofficial links shared on social media. Apply only through the official SLPRB AP portal after the application window becomes active.
How to Apply Online
- Open the official SLPRB Andhra Pradesh website.
- Read Notification No. 91/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026 and any subsequent press release or corrigendum.
- Open the Stage-I registration/application link after it is activated.
- Enter your name, date of birth, mobile number, community and SSC Hall Ticket Number correctly.
- Pay the applicable registration fee through the available online payment method.
- Complete the Stage-I form and upload the prescribed photo, signature and certificates.
- Preview every entry, press the final Submit button and save the submitted application and payment receipt.
- If qualified in the Preliminary Written Test, submit the Stage-II application and upload the required original scanned certificates before PMT/PET.
Applicants interested in more than one eligible post among Post Codes 21, 22, 42, 53 and 54 need to submit only one application form, following the options and instructions provided by SLPRB AP.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- SSC/Matriculation certificate for proof of date of birth
- Intermediate or equivalent qualification certificates
- Community certificate for BC, SC or ST candidates
- BC Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued on or after 1 April 2026, if applicable
- EWS certificate issued on or after 1 April 2026, if applicable
- Study certificates from Classes I to VII or the applicable residence certificate for claiming local status
- Home Guard, NCC, sports, ex-servicemen or other special-category certificates, where applicable
Selection Process
The AP Police Constable, Fireman and Warder selection process includes the following stages:
- Preliminary Written Test
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Final Written Examination
- Certificate verification and medical examination
- Final selection according to merit, reservation, local-cadre and other applicable rules
Preliminary Written Test
- One objective paper
- 200 questions for 200 marks
- Duration: three hours
- Question languages: English, Telugu and Urdu
- Answering mode: OMR sheet
The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for OC/EWS, 35% for BC and 30% for SC/ST. Preliminary marks are qualifying in nature and are not counted for final selection.
Physical Measurement Test
| Candidates | Minimum Height | Chest/Weight Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Men—Post Codes 21, 22, 42 and 53 | 167.6 cm | Chest 86.3 cm on full inspiration, with at least 5 cm expansion |
| Women—Post Codes 21, 22 and 54 | 152.5 cm | Minimum weight 40 kg |
| Eligible Aboriginal ST men from notified Agency Areas | 160 cm | Chest 80 cm on full inspiration, with at least 3 cm expansion |
| Eligible Aboriginal ST women from notified Agency Areas | 150 cm | Minimum weight 38 kg |
Physical Efficiency Test Standards
For Post Codes 21, 42, 53 and 54, candidates must qualify in the 1,600-metre run and in one of the other two events—100-metre run or long jump. This PET is qualifying in nature.
For Post Code 22, candidates must qualify in all three events. The PET carries a maximum of 100 marks for this post.
| Event | General Men | Ex-servicemen | Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,600-metre run | 8 minutes | 9 minutes 30 seconds | 10 minutes 30 seconds |
| 100-metre run | 15 seconds | 16.5 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Long jump | 3.80 metres | 3.65 metres | 2.75 metres |
Spike shoes are not allowed during PET. Candidates should begin safe, gradual physical preparation and obtain medical advice where necessary instead of attempting sudden, intensive training.
Final Written Examination and Merit
Candidates who qualify in PET must appear for one final objective written paper of three hours containing 200 questions.
- For Post Codes 21, 42, 53 and 54, the paper is evaluated for 200 marks. Final merit is based on the final written examination, subject to qualification in PET and other rules.
- For Post Code 22, the final written examination is evaluated for 100 marks and PET carries 100 marks, making a combined total of 200 marks.
The final written qualifying marks are 40% for OC/EWS, 35% for BC and 30% for SC/ST candidates.
Salary
After successful completion of the applicable training and appointment, the notified posts carry a pay scale of ₹25,220–₹80,910 under the Revised Pay Scales 2022. SCT Police Constable candidates receive a stipend during institutional training as fixed by the Government from time to time.
Important Official Links
| Purpose | Official Link |
|---|---|
| SLPRB AP official website | Visit Official Website |
| Recruitment notifications page | Check Latest Recruitment Updates |
| Official 1,156-post notification PDF | Download Notification No. 91/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026 |
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What Candidates Should Do Now
- Download and read the official 40-page notification.
- Check eligibility separately for every chosen post code.
- Collect updated community, NCL, EWS, study and special-category certificates.
- Keep clear scanned copies of the required documents ready.
- Start balanced preparation for the written tests and physical events.
- Visit the official recruitment page regularly for the application schedule and exam date.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available under AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
Notification No. 91/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026 covers 1,156 vacancies: 542 Civil Police Constables, 285 AR Police Constables, 158 Firemen, 150 male Warders and 21 female Warders.
When will the AP Police Constable 2026 online application begin?
As of 24 September 2026, SLPRB AP has not announced the Stage-I application opening or closing dates. The Board will publish them separately through a press release.
What is the minimum qualification?
Intermediate or its equivalent is the general minimum qualification. A specific relaxation applies to SC/ST candidates for Post Codes 21, 22 and 42, as explained in the official notification.
Can women apply?
Women may apply for SCT Police Constable (Civil), SCT Police Constable (AR) and Warder (Women). The Fireman and Warder (Men) posts are for men only.
What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹300 for AP-local OC/EWS/BC candidates, ₹150 for AP-local SC/ST candidates and ₹300 for non-local candidates.
Can one candidate apply for multiple posts?
Eligible candidates choosing among Post Codes 21, 22, 42, 53 and 54 need to submit only one application form, following the options provided in the online process.
What is the AP Police Constable salary?
The notified pay scale after the applicable training is ₹25,220–₹80,910 under Revised Pay Scales 2022.
