TSLPRB Assistant Sub Inspector (FPB) Recruitment 2026

TSLPRB Assistant Sub Inspector (FPB) Recruitment 2026

Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board (TSLPRB) has invited applications for the post of Assistant Sub Inspector, Fingerprint Bureau, 23 posts. Online applications close on 16 September 2026, 5:00 PM.

TSLPRB ASI (FPB) Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility by Gender: Both Men and Women are eligible.

Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026, before Press Note relaxation): 21-25 years, with a base 5-year relaxation for uniformed services already granted via GO Ms No. 87, further relaxed as per the Press Note above.

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Educational Qualification: Degree of B.E./B.Tech in Information Technology, Computer Science, or specialization in Artificial Intelligence/AI & Machine Learning/Data Science/Networks/Cyber Security/Internet of Things; OR Degree of B.Sc. in Computer Science or Computer Application, from a recognized University, as on 29 July 2026.

Physical Standards: Height not less than 162 cm (Men)/152.5 cm (Women); relaxed to 160 cm (Men)/150 cm (Women) for ST candidates from notified Agency Areas.

How to Apply

1. Register on the TSLPRB website (www.tgprb.in) using your mobile number as User ID.
2. Select the notification and post; pay the applicable fee via Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking.
3. Complete Part-I of the Online Application Form with a scanned passport photo and signature.
4. Submit the application on or before 16 September 2026, 5:00 PM.

Selection Procedure

1. Preliminary Written Test (PWT): One 3-hour exam for all eligible candidates.
2. Physical Measurement Test (PMT) / Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Includes running events (normalized scoring), height measurement, long jump, and shot put.
3. Final Written Examination (FWE): For candidates qualifying PET. Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (OC/EWS), 35% (BC), 30% (SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen).

Terms and Conditions

• Under-aged or over-aged applicants will have their candidature rejected at any stage; fee once paid is non-refundable.
• Candidates applying for more than one TSLPRB notification within 3 months get a common PMT/PET, with fee rebates for additional posts.
• Medical standards, including eyesight and freedom from disqualifying conditions, apply to all candidates.

Why This Post Requires a Computer Science Background

Unlike TSLPRB’s other Constable and Sub Inspector posts, which accept general Intermediate or Degree qualifications, the ASI (Fingerprint Bureau) post specifically requires a B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, AI/ML, Data Science, Cyber Security, or IoT, or a B.Sc. in Computer Science/Computer Applications, reflecting the increasingly technology-driven, digital-forensics nature of modern fingerprint identification and bureau work within Telangana Police.

Understanding Why This Post Suits Tech Graduates Seeking Police Careers

For computer science and IT graduates specifically interested in a career within law enforcement’s technical and forensic wing, this ASI (FPB) post offers a rare pathway that directly values their core academic qualification, unlike most other police recruitment which favors general degree or intermediate qualifications over specialized technical ones.

Why the Age Relaxation Update Applies Here Too

Since this notification also falls under the Government of Telangana’s cumulative 10-year (5+2+3) age relaxation for uniformed services direct recruitment, computer science graduates who assumed they were over the base 21-25 year age window should recheck their eligibility given this compounding relaxation, along with standard SC/ST/BC/EWS and Ex-Servicemen relaxations.

About TSLPRB and the Fingerprint Bureau

Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board (TSLPRB), headquartered at DGP Office Complex, Lakdi-ka-pul, Hyderabad, conducts recruitment for Telangana’s Police Department, including its specialized Fingerprint Bureau, which handles forensic identification and digital fingerprint database management supporting criminal investigation across the state.

Why This Post May See Less Competition Than General Posts

Since the ASI (FPB) post’s strict Computer Science/IT degree requirement significantly narrows the eligible applicant pool compared to TSLPRB’s general Constable or Sub Inspector posts, which draw from a much broader intermediate or general-degree candidate base, technically qualified applicants may find this post offers a comparatively more favourable competition ratio, even as it demands the same physical fitness standards as other uniformed posts.

Preparing for Both the Technical and Physical Components

Candidates should recognize that success in this recruitment requires excelling on two very different fronts simultaneously: a computer science-oriented written examination testing technical and general knowledge, and a physical efficiency test with running, height, and jump/shot-put benchmarks identical to other police posts, meaning IT graduates without a fitness background should begin physical conditioning well ahead of the PMT/PET stage rather than relying solely on academic strength.

Final Word

Eligible B.E./B.Tech or B.Sc. Computer Science graduates meeting the age (as relaxed per the Press Note) and physical standards should complete their online application for the ASI (Fingerprint Bureau) post by 16 September 2026, 5:00 PM.

Important Links

• Notification PDF
• Age Relaxation Press Note PDF
• Official Website / Apply Online
• NaukriPatra App
• WhatsApp Channel
• Telegram Channel

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What post is covered in TSLPRB Notification 279/2026?

Assistant Sub Inspector, Fingerprint Bureau, 23 vacancies.

2. What is the last date to apply?

16 September 2026, 5:00 PM, as per the Press Note extension.

3. What is the essential qualification?

B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/AI/Data Science/Cyber Security/IoT, or B.Sc. in Computer Science/Computer Application.

4. What is the base age limit?

21-25 years as on 1 July 2026, before the cumulative relaxations now granted.

5. What is the pay scale?

Rs. 33,750-99,310.

6. What is the selection process?

Preliminary Written Test, Physical Measurement/Efficiency Test, and Final Written Examination.

7. Are both men and women eligible?

Yes, both men and women are eligible for this post.

8. How do I apply?

Online through www.tgprb.in.

9. Has the age limit been further relaxed?

Yes, by a further 3 years as per the Press Note dated 10 September 2026, in addition to 7 years already raised earlier in 2026.

10. What is the minimum height requirement?

162 cm (Men)/152.5 cm (Women), relaxed for ST candidates from notified Agency Areas.

11. Is a general Degree acceptable, or must it be in Computer Science?

Only the specified Computer Science/IT-related degrees are accepted, per the notification.

12. Who signs the Press Note extending the deadline?

V V Srinivasa Rao, IPS, Chairman, TSLPRB.