Andhra Pradesh Police Constable
Introduction
State police recruitment for Civil and AR Constable posts in Andhra Pradesh, conducted by AP SLPRB.
- Conducting body: Andhra Pradesh State Level Police Recruitment Board (AP SLPRB)
- Scope: State
- Region: Andhra Pradesh
- Department: Home / Police
- Posts: Civil Constable, AR Constable
- Mode: Online
- Official site: slprb.ap.gov.in
The Andhra Pradesh Police Constable Recruitment is conducted by AP SLPRB to fill constabulary posts across the state — primarily Civil Constable and AR Constable. Selection generally includes a written examination, PET, PMT, medical examination, and document verification.
It is a frontline entry into the AP Police service with structured promotion avenues and state-wide postings.
Services and Posts
- Civil Constable
- AR (Armed Reserve) Constable
Exam Body and Conduct
AP SLPRB (under the Andhra Pradesh Police Housing & Welfare / Home Department) releases the notification on slprb.ap.gov.in, accepts online applications, and conducts the written test, physical tests, and medical.
Important Highlights
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | AP SLPRB |
| Posts | Civil / AR Constable |
| Stages | Prelims → Mains → PET/PMT → Medical → DV |
| Mode | Online |
| Pay scale | ₹21,700–₹69,100 (Level-4) |
| Official site | slprb.ap.gov.in |
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
- Constable: 10th / 12th pass as per notification.
- Some related posts may require a degree per the specific notice.
Age Limit
- OC: 18–24 years
- SC / ST / BC: 18–29 years
- Relaxation per rules (Women, Ex-servicemen, PwD, Sports quota as notified)
Nationality / Domicile
- Indian citizen.
- Andhra Pradesh domicile required; local reservation rules apply.
Reservation
Per Andhra Pradesh reservation policy:
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| BC / OBC (NCL) | 27% |
| EWS | 10% |
- Horizontal: Women, PwBD, Ex-servicemen, Sports. Local reservation per AP domicile rules.
Exam Pattern and Selection Process
Selection Stages
1. Prelims — objective written (screening)
2. Mains — written
3. PET / PMT — physical tests + measurements (qualifying)
4. Medical Examination
5. Document Verification
Stage-wise Pattern
| Stage | Papers | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims | 1 | 100 | 100 min | No |
| Mains | 2 | 200 | 3 hours | No |
| PET / PMT | Qualifying | — | As notified | No |
- Both written stages are objective. PET/PMT are qualifying.
Syllabus
Subjects
- General Studies (polity, history, geography, economy, science basics)
- Andhra Pradesh GK (history, geography, administration, culture, current events)
- Current Affairs (national, international, AP state)
- Arithmetic (number system, percentages, ratio, profit-loss, SI/CI, time-work, speed-distance, DI)
- Reasoning (analogy, series, coding-decoding, direction, blood relations, syllogism, seating)
- English / Telugu basics (grammar, vocab, comprehension)
Physical Test Prep
Running endurance, sprint, strength, stamina, flexibility, agility, recovery.
How to Apply
1. Visit https://slprb.ap.gov.in
2. Open the latest AP Police Constable notification.
3. Register with mobile + email.
4. Fill personal, educational, category details.
5. Upload documents, photo, signature.
6. Pay the fee, if applicable.
7. Submit; download confirmation.
Documents
Aadhaar/ID, SSC/10th, Inter/12th (if applicable), caste certificate, domicile/local certificate, photo, signature.
Application Fee
- Range: ₹0–₹600 (SC/ST generally exempt) — verify in notification.
Previous Year History
Notified cycle-wise. Recent cycles: ~2,700 vacancies announced for the 2026 cycle; older cycles (2021–2025) ranged ~5,000–6,500 posts. Civil and AR Constable posts are notified together. Exact counts per cycle on slprb.ap.gov.in.
Salary, Benefits, and Service Conditions
- Pay scale: ₹21,700–₹69,100 (Level-4) + DA, HRA, uniform allowance, risk allowance.
- Stable government career with departmental promotion.
Preparation
- 3-month: arithmetic + reasoning basics, AP GK + current affairs daily, objective practice, start running.
- 6-month: strong GS/AP history/geography, revise formulas, previous-year questions, PET 4–5 days/week.
- 8-month: phased completion, monthly revision, mocks, daily conditioning.
Career Path
Constable → Head Constable → Sub-Inspector → higher promotions, per rules and vacancies. Constables serve in police stations and field units across AP.
FAQs
1. What is AP Police Constable recruitment?
AP SLPRB recruitment for Civil/AR Constable posts in Andhra Pradesh Police.
2. Conducting body?
Andhra Pradesh State Level Police Recruitment Board (AP SLPRB).
3. Official website?
4. Educational qualification?
10th/12th pass (some posts degree) per notification.
5. Age limit?
OC 18–24; SC/ST/BC 18–29 (relaxation per rules).
6. AP domicile required?
Yes.
7. Selection stages?
Prelims → Mains → PET/PMT → Medical → DV.
8. Negative marking?
No negative marking in the current pattern.
9. Prelims pattern?
1 paper, 100 marks, 100 minutes.
10. Mains pattern?
2 papers, 200 marks, 3 hours.
11. Syllabus subjects?
GS, AP GK, Current Affairs, Arithmetic, Reasoning, English/Telugu.
12. PET compulsory?
Yes — qualifying stage.
13. Physical tests?
Measurements, running, endurance, fitness tests.
14. Pay scale?
₹21,700–₹69,100 (Level-4) + allowances.
15. Allowances?
DA, HRA, uniform, risk allowance.
16. How to apply?
Online at slprb.ap.gov.in during the application window.
17. Documents for DV?
ID, educational certs, caste, domicile, photo, signature.
18. Career growth?
Constable → Head Constable → SI → higher.
19. Separate Civil/AR posts?
Yes — both notified.
20. Where to check notices/results?
slprb.ap.gov.in
Official Sources
- AP SLPRB: https://slprb.ap.gov.in
- AP Police: https://appolice.gov.in
- National Career Service: https://www.ncs.gov.in