SLPRB AP Police Recruitment 2026 – 2,050 SI, Constable, Fireman, Warder & Other Posts
The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Andhra Pradesh has released six recruitment notifications for 2,050 vacancies in the Andhra Pradesh Police Department, State Disaster Response and Fire Services Department, Prisons and Correctional Services Department, and Forensic Science Laboratory.
The recruitment includes Sub Inspector, Reserve Sub Inspector, Police Constable, Fireman, Warder, Scientific Assistant, Driver, Mechanic and other posts. The notifications were released on 16 September 2026. The online application dates and Preliminary Written Test dates will be announced separately through an official press release.
SLPRB AP Police Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Andhra Pradesh |
| Departments | AP Police, Fire Services, Prisons & Correctional Services, FSL |
| Notification Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,050 Posts |
| Posts | SI, Reserve SI, Police Constable, Fireman, Warder, Scientific Assistant, Driver, Mechanic & Others |
| Notification Numbers | 81/SLPRB/Rect.1/2026, 82/SLPRB/Rect.1/2026, 83/SLPRB/Rect.1/2026, 91/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026, 92/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026 & 93/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Age Limit | 18 to 44 years, Post Wise |
| Educational Qualification | Intermediate, Degree, Diploma, ITI, M.Sc. and other post-wise qualifications |
| Application Dates | To be announced |
| Official Website | slprb.ap.gov.in |
SLPRB AP Police Vacancy 2026
A total of 2,050 vacancies have been announced through six separate notifications.
SI Civil, Reserve SI and SI SPF – Notification 81/SLPRB/Rect.1/2026
| Post Code | Post Name | 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 of Police (SPF) – Men | 9 |
| Total | 378 |
SI Communications and SI PTO – Notification 82/SLPRB/Rect.1/2026
| Post Code | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | SCT Sub Inspector of Police (Communications) – Men & Women | 50 |
| 16 | SCT Sub Inspector (Police Transport Organisation) – Men | 10 |
| Total | 60 |
Scientific Assistant – FSL – Notification 83/SLPRB/Rect.1/2026
| Post Code | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 61 | Scientific Assistant – Physical | 10 |
| 62 | Scientific Assistant – Chemical | 13 |
| 63 | Scientific Assistant – Biology/Serology | 20 |
| Total | 43 |
Police Constable, Fireman and Warder – Notification 91/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026
| Post Code | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 21 | SCT Police Constable (Civil) – Men & Women | 542 |
| 22 | SCT Police Constable (AR) – Men & Women | 285 |
| 42 | Fireman, State Disaster Response and Fire Services Department | 158 |
| 53 | Warder – Men | 150 |
| 54 | Warder – Women | 21 |
| Total | 1,156 |
Police Constable Communications – Notification 92/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026
| Post Code | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 25 | SCT Police Constable (Communications) – Men & Women | 200 |
| Total | 200 |
Constable Mechanics and Drivers – Notification 93/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026
| Post Code | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 26 | SCT Constable (Mechanics) – Men | 15 |
| 27 | SCT Constable (Drivers) – Men | 198 |
| Total | 213 |
Total Vacancies
| Recruitment Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SI Civil/AR/SPF | 378 |
| SI Communications/PTO | 60 |
| Scientific Assistant – FSL | 43 |
| Police Constable/Fireman/Warder | 1,156 |
| Police Constable – Communications | 200 |
| Constable Mechanics/Drivers | 213 |
| Grand Total | 2,050 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational qualifications vary according to the post. Candidates must possess the required qualification as on 1 July 2026.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| SI Civil, RSI AR & SI SPF | Any Degree from a recognised university |
| SI Communications | Diploma/B.Tech in ECE, EEE, Computer Engineering, IT or specified equivalent qualification |
| SI PTO | Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical or Automobile Engineering |
| Scientific Assistant – Physical | M.Sc. in Physics or relevant Forensic Science qualification with Physics |
| Scientific Assistant – Chemical | M.Sc. in Chemistry/Bio-Chemistry or relevant Forensic Science qualification |
| Scientific Assistant – Biology/Serology | Relevant M.Sc. qualification in biological science disciplines |
| Police Constable Civil/AR | Intermediate or equivalent |
| Fireman | Intermediate or equivalent |
| Warder | Intermediate or equivalent |
| Police Constable Communications | SSC + relevant ITI qualification, Intermediate MPC or specified vocational qualification |
| Constable Mechanics | SSC + ITI in Wireman, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Diesel or Fitter |
| Constable Drivers | Intermediate or SSC + specified ITI qualification and valid LMV driving licence |
Candidates should refer to the respective official notification for the complete qualification requirements and equivalent qualification provisions.
Age Limit
The prescribed age will be calculated as on 1 July 2026.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| SI Civil, RSI AR, SI SPF | 21–27 Years |
| SI Communications & SI PTO | 21–27 Years |
| Police Constable Civil/AR | 18–24 Years |
| Fireman & Warder | 18–32 Years |
| Police Constable Communications | 18–24 Years |
| Constable Mechanics | 18–24 Years |
| Constable Drivers | 18–27 Years |
| Scientific Assistant – FSL | Up to 44 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable to eligible categories according to the rules mentioned in the respective recruitment notifications.
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive stipend during the prescribed institutional training period. After successful completion of training, candidates will be appointed in the applicable regular pay scale.
| Post Group | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| SI Communications | ₹45,830 – ₹1,30,580 |
| SI Civil, RSI AR, SI SPF, SI PTO & Scientific Assistant | ₹44,570 – ₹1,27,480 |
| Police Constable, Fireman & Warder | ₹25,220 – ₹80,910 |
Application Fee
The application fee varies according to the post and candidate category.
| Post Group | OC/EWS/BC | SC/ST |
|---|---|---|
| SI & Scientific Assistant Posts | ₹600 | ₹300 |
| Constable, Fireman & Warder Posts | ₹300 | ₹150 |
Candidates should carefully follow the fee-payment and application-submission instructions in the respective notification.
Selection Process
The selection process varies according to the post.
SI Civil, RSI AR, SI SPF, Police Constable Civil/AR, Fireman and Warder
The selection process may include:
- Preliminary Written Test
- Physical Measurements Test (PMT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Final Written Examination
- Certificate Verification
SI Communications and SI PTO
The selection process includes:
- Certificate Verification
- Physical Measurements Test
- Physical Efficiency Test
- Written Examination
- Technical Paper
Police Constable Communications
Selection includes:
- Physical Measurements Test
- Physical Efficiency Test
- Technical Written Examination
- Certificate Verification
Constable Mechanics and Drivers
Candidates may have to undergo:
- Physical Measurements Test
- Physical Efficiency Test
- Trade Test for Mechanics
- Driving Test for Drivers
- Technical Written Examination
- Certificate Verification
Scientific Assistant – FSL
Selection will be based on:
- Written Examination
- Certificate Verification
There is no physical test for Scientific Assistant posts.
Physical Standards
Physical requirements are applicable to posts for which PMT/PET is prescribed.
For several police posts, the prescribed minimum height is 167.6 cm for men and 152.5 cm for women, subject to the specific relaxations mentioned in the official notifications.
Candidates should carefully check the applicable physical standards, medical requirements and relaxations for their selected post before applying.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official SLPRB Andhra Pradesh website.
- Visit the official SLPRB AP website.
- Open the relevant Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Read the complete notification carefully.
- Complete the registration using a valid email ID and required details.
- Fill in the online application form.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Check all details entered in the application.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the submitted application and payment receipt for future reference.
The application dates will be announced separately through an official press release.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready, wherever applicable:
- SSC/10th certificate
- Intermediate certificate
- Degree/Diploma certificate
- ITI certificate
- Community certificate
- EWS certificate
- Non-Creamy Layer certificate
- Date of Birth proof
- Driving licence for eligible Driver posts
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Other certificates required for special categories
Important Instructions
- The vacancies are provisional and may be changed by SLPRB AP.
- Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed for the particular post.
- The age will be calculated with reference to 1 July 2026.
- Candidates should ensure that their educational qualifications are recognised by the competent authority.
- BC candidates should possess the required Community and Non-Creamy Layer certificates as prescribed.
- Candidates should retain their registered email ID throughout the recruitment process.
- Once the application is submitted, changes may not be permitted.
- Candidates should carefully verify their personal and educational details before final submission.
- The dates for online applications and the Preliminary Written Test will be announced separately by SLPRB AP.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Notifications Released | 16 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | To be announced |
| Last Date to Apply Online | To be announced |
| Preliminary Written Test Date | To be announced |
| Physical Tests | To be announced |
| Final Examination | To be announced |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| SLPRB AP Official Website | Visit Official Website |
| SI Civil/AR/SPF Notification | View Official Notification |
| SI Communications/PTO Notification | View Official Notification |
| Scientific Assistant FSL Notification | View Official Notification |
| Police Constable/Fireman/Warder Notification | View Official Notification |
| Police Constable Communications Notification | View Official Notification |
| Constable Mechanics/Drivers Notification | View Official Notification |
| Official Press Note | View Press Note |
| Apply Online | Application dates to be announced by SLPRB AP |
About SLPRB Andhra Pradesh
The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Andhra Pradesh conducts recruitment for various positions in the Andhra Pradesh Police Department and other associated departments. It manages recruitment activities including written examinations, physical tests, technical tests and other selection stages as prescribed for different posts.
FAQs
How many vacancies are announced in SLPRB AP Police Recruitment 2026?
A total of 2,050 vacancies have been announced across six recruitment notifications.
Which posts are included in the recruitment?
The recruitment includes Sub Inspectors, Reserve Sub Inspectors, Police Constables, Firemen, Warders, Scientific Assistants, Mechanics and Drivers.
When were the SLPRB AP Police notifications released?
The six notifications were released on 16 September 2026.
What is the age limit for AP Police Recruitment 2026?
The age limit varies by post, from 18 years to 44 years.
What is the qualification for AP Police Constable posts?
For several Constable posts, candidates should have passed Intermediate or an equivalent qualification, while technical Constable posts have additional ITI or other requirements.
What is the qualification for AP Police SI posts?
For SI Civil, RSI AR and SI SPF, candidates generally require a Degree from a recognised university. Technical SI posts have specific Diploma/B.Tech qualifications.
What is the application mode?
The application mode is online through the official SLPRB Andhra Pradesh website.
When will the online application process start?
The exact online application dates will be announced separately through an official press release.
What is the salary for AP Police Constable posts?
The indicated pay scale for Police Constable, Fireman and Warder posts is ₹25,220–₹80,910.
What is the selection process?
Depending on the post, selection may include a Preliminary Written Test, PMT, PET, final written examination, technical/trade/driving tests and certificate verification.
Disclaimer
This post is based on the official notification. Candidates must verify all details from the official website before applying.