AP Police Recruitment 2026: 2,050 Constable & Driver Vacancies

Q: Q1. What is the deadline to register for AP Police Constable & Driver Recruitment 2026?

The online registration and fee payment link will close on 30th October 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Q: Q2. Are 10th pass candidates eligible to apply for these posts?

10th pass candidates are eligible for the Police Driver/Mechanic posts provided they hold a valid driving license (LMV/HMV) or an ITI certificate. The General Constable (Civil/AR) post requires an Intermediate (12th pass) qualification.

AP Police Recruitment 2026: The State Level Police Recruitment Board of Andhra Pradesh (AP SLPRB) has officially opened the application gateway for male and female candidates seeking to join the state police department.

With a total of 2,050 vacancies announced across Constable and Driver cadres, this recruitment drive provides an immediate entry point for candidates holding 10th pass, Intermediate (12th), or technical ITI qualifications.

The online application window is currently active and will remain open until 30th October 2026.

AP Police Recruitment 2026

Recruitment Overview

Particulars	Details
Recruiting Authority	State Level Police Recruitment Board, Andhra Pradesh (AP SLPRB)
Post Names	Police Constable (Civil / AR) & Police Driver
Total Vacancies	2,050 Posts
Eligible Qualifications	10th Pass / 12th (Intermediate) / ITI with Driving License
Application Mode	Online Only
Last Date to Apply	30 October 2026
Official Portal	`slprb.ap.gov.in`

Post-Wise Eligibility and Age Limits

Applicants must verify their educational credentials and age criteria before submitting their forms:

Post Name	Essential Educational Qualification	Age Limit (G / OC)	Age Relaxation
Police Constable (Civil / AR)	Intermediate (10+2) Pass from a recognized State/Central Board	18 to 26 Years	+5 Years for BC / SC / ST / EWS
Police Driver / Mechanic	10th (SSC) Pass + Valid Heavy/Light Driving License (HMV/LMV) OR relevant ITI trade	18 to 28 Years	+5 Years for BC / SC / ST / EWS

Physical Measurement & Efficiency Standards

Shortlisted candidates from the preliminary screening must meet the mandatory physical requirements:

Parameter / Event	Male Criteria	Female Criteria
Minimum Height	167.6 cm	152.5 cm
Chest Measurement	86.3 cm (with min. 5 cm expansion)	Not Applicable
1,600m Running Event	Mandatory Qualifying Event	Mandatory Qualifying Event
100m Sprint / Long Jump	Merit Scoring Standard	Merit Scoring Standard

(Note: Candidates belonging to Agency/Scheduled Tribal regions are eligible for relaxed physical standards as defined in the official rulebook).

Selection Stages

Preliminary Written Test (PWT): Objective screening paper covering General Science, Arithmetic, Reasoning, History, and Current Affairs.
Physical Measurement Test (PMT) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Ground-level biometric measurement and field endurance assessments.
Final Written Examination (FWE): Comprehensive merit-ranking exam consisting of 200 objective questions.
Trade / Driving Skill Test: Conducted strictly for PTO Driver candidates to evaluate practical vehicle handling.
Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test: Scrutiny of original certificates followed by departmental health clearance.

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How to Apply Online

Go to the official recruitment portal: slprb.ap.gov.in.
Click on the notification link titled “SCT PC & Driver Recruitment 2026”.
Register using your mobile number and email ID to generate login credentials.
Pay the application fee online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Fill in personal, educational, and post preference details, then upload the required photo and signature scans.
Submit the form and download the acknowledgment confirmation receipt for future reference during document verification.

FAQs – AP Police Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is the deadline to register for AP Police Constable & Driver Recruitment 2026?

The online registration and fee payment link will close on 30th October 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Q2. Are 10th pass candidates eligible to apply for these posts?

10th pass candidates are eligible for the Police Driver/Mechanic posts provided they hold a valid driving license (LMV/HMV) or an ITI certificate. The General Constable (Civil/AR) post requires an Intermediate (12th pass) qualification.

Q3. Does the selection process involve negative marking in the written examination?

Yes, objective tests in AP SLPRB recruitments follow a prescribed negative marking scheme for incorrect answers as detailed in the official examination syllabus.