SLPRB AP Sub Inspector of Police Recruitment 2026

SLPRB AP Sub Inspector of Police Recruitment 2026 – Overview

State Level Police Recruitment Board, Andhra Pradesh (SLPRB, AP), Mangalagiri, Guntur District, has released Rc.No.81/SLPRB/Rect.1/2026 dated 16-09-2026, inviting online applications for the posts of Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Sub Inspectors of Police (Civil), SCT Reserve Sub Inspectors (AR), and Sub Inspectors in the Special Protection Force (SPF) Department. A total of 378 vacancies are available. Applications will be submitted online only through https://slprb.ap.gov.in; the exact application dates will be notified separately through a Press Release.

SLPRB AP SI 2026 – Overview Table

Post-wise Vacancy Details

Post Code 11 & 12 vacancies are distributed across 6 zones of Andhra Pradesh, with Zone-IV carrying the highest share (48 for Post Code 11 and 38 for Post Code 12).

Eligibility Criteria

• Age Limit: Must have attained 21 years and must not have attained 27 years as on 1st July 2026 (born between 2 July 1999 and 1 July 2005).
• Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years for EWS/BC(NCL)/SC/ST candidates; length-of-service relaxation up to 5 years for AP State Government employees; 3 years additional for Army/Navy/Air Force service or whole-time NCC Cadet Corps Instructors.
• Educational Qualification: A Degree awarded by any University in India recognized by the UGC, as on 1st July 2026. SC/ST candidates may alternatively have passed Intermediate and studied a degree course.
• Candidates with higher qualifications than prescribed will also be considered.
• Post Code 11 & 12 are open to both Men and Women; Post Code 31 (SPF) is open to Men only.

Physical Standards

Height, chest, and weight are recorded through a digital measurement system at the Physical Measurements Test (PMT) stage.

Selection Process

1. Preliminary Written Test: Objective type, Degree Standard, 100 marks.
2. Physical Measurements Test (PMT): Candidates qualifying the Preliminary Written Test undergo height, chest, and weight measurement.
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualifying in nature, carrying 100 marks; men must qualify in all three prescribed events.
4. Final Written Examination: Paper I – English (Descriptive, 100 marks), Paper II – Telugu/Urdu (Descriptive, 100 marks), Paper III & IV – General Studies (Objective, 200 marks each).
5. Final merit is based on the Final Written Examination and the Physical Efficiency Test (100 marks) combined.

Application Fee

• General/OBC candidates: Rs 600/- towards processing of application.
• SC/ST categories: Rs 300/- only.
• Candidates not able to produce a valid category certificate will be treated under Open Category (OC) and charged Rs 600/-.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official SLPRB AP website: slprb.ap.gov.in.
2. Register and complete the STAGE I Online Application Form once the application window opens.
3. Upload passport-size photo, signature, SSC certificate, and relevant category/EWS/Non-Creamy Layer certificates as applicable.
4. Pay the prescribed application fee online.
5. Keep monitoring the official website for the Press Release announcing exact application and Preliminary Written Test dates.

Terms and Conditions

• The number of vacancies indicated is provisional and liable to change without notice.
• SLPRB, AP reserves the right to notify modifications regarding any aspect of the recruitment during the process.
• Age validation is not done automatically in the online form — candidates are responsible for confirming their own age eligibility.
• During the institutional training period, candidates are eligible for a stipend as fixed by the Government; the regular pay scale applies after successful completion of training.

Why This Recruitment Matters

With 378 Sub Inspector posts spread across Civil Police, Armed Reserve, and the Special Protection Force, this is one of the largest SI-level recruitment drives conducted by SLPRB, AP in recent years, offering graduates a direct entry route into gazetted police service with a strong pay scale and defined career progression within the Andhra Pradesh Police Department.

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Preparing While Dates Are Awaited

Since the exact application window and Preliminary Written Test dates are yet to be announced, eligible candidates should use this period to prepare their required documents (SSC certificate, degree certificate, category certificates) and begin preparation for the Degree-standard Preliminary Written Test and the Physical Efficiency Test, so they are ready to apply as soon as the formal notification is released.

About SLPRB, Andhra Pradesh

State Level Police Recruitment Board, Andhra Pradesh, headquartered at Mangalagiri, Guntur District, is the designated recruitment authority responsible for conducting recruitment to various posts in the Andhra Pradesh Police Department, State Disaster Response and Fire Services, and Prisons and Correctional Services Department.

Final Word

This SLPRB AP recruitment offers 378 Sub Inspector-level posts across Civil, Armed Reserve, and SPF categories. Eligible degree-holding candidates aged 21-27 should keep monitoring slprb.ap.gov.in for the official application schedule.

Important Links

• Notification PDF: Download Official Notification
• Official Website: slprb.ap.gov.in
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How many SI posts are available under this notification?

378 posts total: SCT SI (Civil) – 253, SCT Reserve SI (AR) – 116, SI (SPF) – 9.

2. What is the age limit for these posts?

21 to 27 years as on 1st July 2026, with relaxations for reserved categories.

3. What is the minimum educational qualification?

A Degree from a recognized University in India (SC/ST candidates may qualify via Intermediate plus a degree course in progress).

4. When can I apply online?

The exact application dates will be notified separately through a Press Release; applications will be through slprb.ap.gov.in only.

5. What is the application fee?

Rs 600 for General/OBC candidates and Rs 300 for SC/ST candidates.

6. What is the minimum height required?

167.6 cm for men and 152.5 cm for women (general category); relaxed to 160 cm and 150 cm respectively for certain categories.

7. What is the selection process?

Preliminary Written Test, Physical Measurements Test, Physical Efficiency Test, and Final Written Examination.

8. Are these posts open to women?

Yes, for Post Code 11 & 12 (SI Civil and Reserve SI). Post Code 31 (SPF) is for men only.

9. What is the pay scale after selection?

Rs 44,570 – 1,27,480/- as per Revised Pay Scale 2022, after successful completion of training.

10. Is there a stipend during training?

Yes, candidates receive a stipend as fixed by the Government during the institutional training period.

11. How are vacancies distributed geographically?

Vacancies for Post Code 11 & 12 are distributed across 6 zones of Andhra Pradesh.

12. Who issues this recruitment notification?

State Level Police Recruitment Board, Andhra Pradesh (SLPRB, AP), Mangalagiri, Guntur District.