AP Police Constable Eligibility 2026 — Age Limit, Qualification & Physical Standards
Who can apply for Andhra Pradesh Police Constable posts in 2026? The SLPRB AP Constable notification Rc.No.91/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026, dated 16-09-2026, sets the age limit, the educational qualification, the category relaxations and the physical standards for PC (Civil) and PC (AR), and covers Firemen and Warders too. Here they are in one place.
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Constable eligibility at a glance
| Condition | Constable (2026 notification) |
|---|
| Age — PC (Civil / AR) | 18 to under 24 years as on 1 July 2026 |
| Age — serving Home Guards; Firemen and Warders posts | Under 32 years as on 1 July 2026 |
| Age relaxation | Up to 5 years for SC, ST, BC (non-creamy layer) and EWS candidates, with further relaxations for some other groups — the notification lists each one. |
| Education | Intermediate or an equivalent; a degree is not required (SC / ST candidates who have passed SSC and studied and appeared for Intermediate are also eligible) |
| Height | Men 167.6 cm; women 152.5 cm |
| Posts | 542 PC (Civil), 285 PC (AR); 158 Firemen and 171 Warders take the same tests (provisional) |
Because eligibility is a legal requirement, confirm the exact conditions in the official notification before applying, not from any coaching summary — including this one.
Age limit and relaxations
For PC (Civil) and PC (AR) you must be at least 18 and under 24 years old on 1 July 2026. The upper limit is under 32 years for serving Home Guards and for Firemen and Warders. SC, ST, BC (non-creamy layer) and EWS candidates get up to 5 years more, with further relaxations for some other groups.
Read the age section of the notification for the exact years that apply to you and the proof each relaxation needs.
Educational qualification
The Constable post needs Intermediate or an equivalent; a degree is not required. SC / ST candidates who have passed SSC and studied and appeared for Intermediate are also eligible. The written papers are set at Intermediate standard, with Arithmetic at SSC standard.
Physical standards (PMT and PET)
Meeting the age and education rules lets you apply; you must also meet the physical standards at the PMT and clear the PET after the Prelims. The SI and Constable notifications use the same standards.
| Category | Men | Women |
|---|
| All candidates | Height 167.6 cm; chest 86.3 cm on full inspiration, with at least 5 cm expansion | Height 152.5 cm; weight 40 kg |
| Aboriginal ST of the Agency areas (Vizianagaram, Anakapalli, Polavaram, Alluri Sitharama Raju, Eluru, Parvathipuram Manyam districts) | Height 160 cm; chest 80 cm on full inspiration, with at least 3 cm expansion | Height 150 cm; weight 38 kg |
PET (SI Civil / PC Civil): the compulsory 1600 m run plus the 100 m run or long jump — see the physical test guide for the timings.
Local candidates
Under the 2026 notifications, after the first 5% of posts are filled on open merit, the remaining 95% go to local candidates.
Check the notification for how local status is decided and which certificate proves it.
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Official sources
Always confirm dates, vacancies, eligibility and the exam scheme in the official SLPRB AP notification and any corrigendum on slprb.ap.gov.in, the portal of the State Level Police Recruitment Board, Andhra Pradesh. AP Police Hub is an independent preparation platform and is not connected with SLPRB AP.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What is the age limit for AP Police Constable 2026?
18 to under 24 years as on 1 July 2026 for PC (Civil / AR), as per the SLPRB AP notification. SC, ST, BC (non-creamy layer) and EWS candidates get up to 5 years' relaxation.
What qualification is required for AP Police Constable?
Intermediate or an equivalent — a degree is not required. SC / ST candidates who have passed SSC and studied and appeared for Intermediate are also eligible.
Can I apply for AP Constable after 10th class?
Generally no — the post needs Intermediate or an equivalent. Only SC / ST candidates who have passed SSC and studied and appeared for Intermediate are also eligible.
What height is required for AP Police Constable?
167.6 cm for men (chest 86.3 cm with 5 cm expansion) and 152.5 cm for women (weight 40 kg). Aboriginal STs of the Agency areas need 160 cm (men) and 150 cm (women).
What is the age limit for Home Guards, Firemen and Warders?
Under 32 years as on 1 July 2026 for serving Home Guards and for Firemen and Warders, as per the 2026 notification. Check the notification for the conditions that apply.
How many Constable posts are there in AP in 2026?
542 PC (Civil) and 285 PC (AR) posts, plus 158 Firemen and 171 Warders who take the same written tests, as per notification Rc.No.91/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026. The vacancies are provisional.
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