The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Andhra Pradesh, has released the AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,027 vacancies across Civil, Armed Reserve (AR) and Communication Constable posts. The notifications were issued on 16 September 2026, while the online application dates are yet to be announced. Candidates can check the vacancy distribution, educational qualifications, age limit, physical standards, application fee, selection process, exam pattern and salary details below.
Download AP Police Constable Notification 2026 Official PDF
The SLPRB Andhra Pradesh has issued separate notifications for Civil and AR Constables, Communication Constables, and Constable Mechanics and Drivers. Candidates should download the notification relevant to their preferred post and check the prescribed educational qualification, age limit, physical standards and selection procedure before applying.
AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026
The recruitment covers Constable posts in different wings of the Andhra Pradesh Police Department. Civil and AR Constables are included in one notification, while Communication Constables are covered separately.
| AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Out: Key Highlights | |
| Recruitment Organization | State Level Police Recruitment Board, Andhra Pradesh (SLPRB) |
| Post Name | Constable |
| Vacancy | 827 + 200 |
| Category | Notification |
| Status | Released |
| Educational Qualification | 12th or Equivalent |
| Age Limit | 18 To 24 Years |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, PST/PMT and More |
| Official Website | www.slprb.ap.gov.in |
AP Police Constable Vacancy 2026
The SLPRB has announced 1,027 Constable vacancies across Civil, Armed Reserve and Communication categories. The post-wise distribution is given below.
| AP Police Constable Vacancy 2026: Key Highlights | |
| Name of the Post | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constables (Civil) (Men/Women) in the Police Department | 542 |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constables (AR) (Men/Women) in the Police Department | 285 |
| Constable (Communication) | 200 |
| Total Vacancies | 1027 |
AP Police Civil and AR Constable Vacancy: District-Wise Distribution
The district-wise vacancy distribution for Civil and Armed Reserve Constable posts is provided below.
| Name of the District | Post Code No. 21 (LR) | Post Code No. 21 (DR) | Post Code No. 22 (LR) | Post Code No. 22 (DR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Srikakulam | 10 | 8 | 0 | 6 |
| Vizianagaram | 1 | 10 | 0 | 5 |
| Parvathipuram Manyam | 0 | 11 | 0 | 5 |
| Visakhapatnam City | 6 | 23 | 0 | 14 |
| Anakapalli | 9 | 29 | 5 | 15 |
| Alluri Sitharama Raju | 4 | 11 | 3 | 4 |
| East Godavari (RJY) | 7 | 17 | 0 | 8 |
| Kakinada | 2 | 13 | 0 | 4 |
| Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Konaseema | 0 | 14 | 0 | 7 |
| West Godavari | 0 | 19 | 0 | 4 |
| Eluru | 1 | 9 | 0 | 3 |
| NTR City | 0 | 44 | 1 | 39 |
| Krishna | 1 | 28 | 0 | 17 |
| Guntur | 1 | 28 | 0 | 14 |
| Palnadu | 0 | 26 | 0 | 10 |
| Bapatla | 0 | 17 | 0 | 8 |
| Prakasam | 1 | 20 | 0 | 6 |
| Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore | 0 | 25 | 0 | 12 |
| Tirupati | 5 | 42 | 2 | 28 |
| Chittoor | 9 | 20 | 3 | 14 |
| Annamayya | 8 | 20 | 2 | 14 |
| YSR Kadapa | 2 | 22 | 0 | 13 |
| Nandyal | 0 | 23 | 0 | 11 |
| Ananthapuramu | 3 | 18 | 0 | 7 |
| Kurnool | 1 | 22 | 0 | 10 |
| Sri Sathya Sai | 0 | 23 | 0 | 7 |
| Total Vacancies | 71 | 542 | 21 | 285 |
AP Police Constable Important Dates 2026
The online application process schedule will be announced soon. To get more details regarding the Andhra Pradesh Police Constable exam date and admit date, candidates can refer to the given article
| Andhra Pradesh Police Constable Important Dates 2026 | |
| Notification Release Date | 16 Sep 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | TBA |
| Last Date To Apply | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Admit Card | TBA |
What are the Eligibility Criteria?
Candidates can check the eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and age limit requirements
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed Intermediate (12th Standard) or its equivalent from a recognised State or Central Board of Education.
- Age Limit: General category candidates should generally be between 18 and 24 years of age.
Age Limit & Qualification For Constable (Communication Posts)
| Category / Detail | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Post Code | 25 – SCT Police Constables (Communications) (Men & Women) |
| Minimum Educational Qualification | SSC with ITI Certificate in Electronic Mechanic / Information Technology & Electronic System Maintenance / Computer Operator & Programming Assistant / Mechanic Consumer Electronics / Electrician; or 2-year Intermediate Course with MPC; or Vocational Intermediate in EET (Electronic Engineering Technician) / Electrical Technician (ET) after SSC. Higher qualifications are also considered. |
| Age Limit | 18 to 24 years as on 01 July 2026 |
| Born Not Earlier Than | 02 July 2002 |
| Born Not Later Than | 01 July 2008 |
AP Uniform Posts Age Relaxation Extended to 30 September 2027
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has extended the two-year upper age limit relaxation for direct recruitment to various uniform posts through APPSC and other recruiting agencies. The relaxation, previously valid until 30 September 2026, will now continue until 30 September 2027. The age concession available under Rule 12 of the A.P. State & Subordinate Service Rules, 1996, will also continue to apply to eligible candidates.
AP Police Constable Apply Online 2026: Direct Link
The online application process for AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 is yet to begin. The application link will be activated on the official website of the State Level Police Recruitment Board, Andhra Pradesh, once the registration window opens.
Candidates should keep their personal details, educational certificates, photograph, signature and other required documents ready before applying. The direct application link will be provided below once it becomes active.
AP Police Constable Application Fee 2026
Candidates applying for the respective posts in the Andhra Pradesh Police Department are required to pay the application fee according to their local status and category. The fee details are given below.
| Candidate Category | Local Status | Application Fee |
|---|---|---|
| OC (including EWS) & BC | Local candidate of Andhra Pradesh | ₹300 |
| SC & ST | Local candidate of Andhra Pradesh | ₹150 |
| All Categories | Non-Local candidate of Andhra Pradesh | ₹300 |
Steps to Apply for AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026
Candidates who want to apply for the recruitment can follow the steps below to complete the application process without mistakes.
- Visit the official website of APSLPRB at slprb.ap.gov.in.
- Click on the Recruitment section on the homepage.
- Search for the link “AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification / Apply Online”.
- Read the instructions carefully and fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents, signature, and passport-size photograph in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee through online payment modes (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI).
- Submit the form, download it as a PDF, and take a printout for future reference.
AP Police Constable Selection Process 2026
To clear the recruitment process, candidates must qualify through four distinct stages:
- Preliminary Written Test (PWT)
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Final Written Examination (FWE)
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
For Civil and AR Constable posts, the selection process includes the Preliminary Written Test, physical tests, Final Written Examination, and other prescribed stages. The Communication Constable posts have a separate selection process, given below.
AP Police Constable Communication Selection Stages
The selection process for AP Police Constable (Communication) posts is different from the regular Civil and AR Constable posts.
| Selection Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Certificate Verification & PMT | Candidates will report for certificate verification and Physical Measurements Test as mentioned in their Hall Tickets. |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | Candidates who qualify the PMT will have to appear for the 1600 Metres (1 Mile) Run. The PET is qualifying in nature. |
| Written Examination | Candidates who qualify both PMT and PET will appear for a one-paper Written Examination of 3 hours duration. |
| Final Selection | Final selection will be based on relative merit in the Written Examination, for candidates who qualify PMT/PET. |
AP Police PET 2026
The Physical Efficiency Test includes a 1600-metre run. Candidates must complete the run within the prescribed time limit according to their gender.
| Candidate | Event | Qualifying Time |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 1600-metre Run | 10 minutes |
| Female | 1600-metre Run | 12 minutes 30 seconds |
AP Police Constable Exam Pattern 2026
The exam pattern given below applies to the regular Civil and AR Constable posts. The Communication Constable examination has a separate technical written paper and does not include a Preliminary Written Test.
| Exam | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Written Test | 200 | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Final Written Exam – Police Constable (Civil) | 200 | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Final Written Exam – Police Constable (AR) | 200 | 100 | 3 Hours |
AP Police Constable Salary 2026
The AP Police Constable Salary 2026 will be determined as per the pay structure prescribed by the Andhra Pradesh Government. Based on the previous recruitment, the post carries a pay scale of ₹25,220–₹80,910.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Police Constable |
| Pay Scale | ₹25,220–₹80,910 |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹25,220 |
| DA | As per applicable government rules |
| HRA | As per applicable government rules |
| Other Allowances | As applicable |
AP Police Constable Notification 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced under AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,027 vacancies have been announced, including 542 Civil, 285 AR and 200 Communication Constable posts.
Q2. When was the AP Police Constable Notification 2026 released?
The notification was released on 16 September 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification for AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
Candidates applying for Civil and AR Constable posts must have passed Intermediate (10+2) or an equivalent examination. Communication Constable posts have separate technical qualification requirements.
Q4. What is the age limit for AP Police Constable posts?
The general age limit is 18 to 24 years, subject to the post-specific conditions and applicable age relaxation.
Q5. Is AP Police Constable a Group 1 examination?
No. AP Police Constable is a separate police recruitment examination conducted by SLPRB Andhra Pradesh. It is not part of APPSC Group 1 or Group 2 Services.
Q6. What is the selection process for AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes written examinations, Physical Measurement Test, Physical Efficiency Test, document verification and medical examination, depending on the post.
Q7. When will the AP Police Constable online application process begin?
The online application dates have not yet been announced. The application link will be activated on the official SLPRB website once registration begins.
Q8. What is the official website for AP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
The official website is slprb.ap.gov.in.
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