How to Apply for AP Police SI & Constable (2026) — Step by Step
SLPRB AP released the 2026 SI and Constable notifications on 16-09-2026. Applications are made online, only on the official SLPRB AP portal (slprb.ap.gov.in), in a window that SLPRB AP announces by press release. This guide walks you through what to check and do before, during and after you apply.
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Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| SI and Constable notifications released | 16-09-2026 |
| Online application window | Announced by SLPRB AP press release — check slprb.ap.gov.in |
| Preliminary Written Test | Announced by SLPRB AP press release — check slprb.ap.gov.in |
Application dates and the Prelims date are announced separately by SLPRB AP press release — check slprb.ap.gov.in and the recruitment news page for the latest.
Who can apply
SC, ST, BC (non-creamy layer) and EWS candidates get up to 5 years' age relaxation, and there are further relaxations for some other groups. You must also meet the physical standards (PMT) and clear the PET after the Prelims.
| Post | Age on 1 July 2026 | Education |
|---|
| SI — 378 posts (Rc.No.81/SLPRB/Rect.1/2026) | 21 to under 27 years | A degree |
| PC (Civil / AR) — 827 posts (Rc.No.91/SLPRB/Rect.2/2026) | 18 to under 24 years | Intermediate or equivalent |
How to apply — step by step
- 1. Read the notification for your post — Download the SI or Constable notification from slprb.ap.gov.in (links below) and read it fully — eligibility, reservations, relaxations, the scheme of examination and the instructions for applying.
- 2. Confirm you are eligible — Check your age on 1 July 2026, your qualification, any age relaxation you will claim and the physical standards.
- 3. Keep your details and documents ready — Gather the certificates and the photo and signature files the notification asks for, in the stated format, so nothing holds you up on the form.
- 4. Apply only on slprb.ap.gov.in, inside the window — When SLPRB AP opens applications, use only the official portal and follow its on-screen steps exactly. Do not apply through any other link.
- 5. Check every detail before the final submit — Your name, date of birth, category, local status and post choices decide your eligibility — review them carefully before you submit.
- 6. Save your copy — Download or print the submitted application and note your registration details; you will need them for the hall ticket.
- 7. Watch for the hall ticket and exam date — SLPRB AP announces the Prelims date and hall tickets on slprb.ap.gov.in — keep checking it and our recruitment news.
Application fee
The application fee, any category-wise concession and the way to pay it are set in the official SLPRB AP notification for each post — read them there. Pay only through the official SLPRB AP portal (slprb.ap.gov.in) while applying.
AP Police Hub never collects any recruitment application fee and has no part in the application.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying through an unofficial link — Only slprb.ap.gov.in takes applications. Ignore forwarded links and agents who say they will apply for you.
- Claiming a category or relaxation you cannot prove — Every claim is checked against certificates later; a wrong claim can end your candidacy.
- Waiting for the last day — Portals slow down near the deadline. Apply early in the window.
- Pausing your preparation — The Prelims follows the application window. Keep practising while you wait.
After you apply — prepare for the Prelims
SI Prelims is two papers of 100 questions each; Constable Prelims is one paper of 200 questions. Both are qualifying and set in English, Telugu and Urdu.
There is no negative marking: the SLPRB AP 2026 notifications award marks for a correct answer and prescribe no deduction for a wrong one, so attempt every question.
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)
How do I apply for AP Police SI or Constable 2026?
Online, on the official SLPRB AP portal slprb.ap.gov.in, during the application window. Read the notification for your post first, check your eligibility, then follow the portal's steps and save your submitted copy.
What is the last date to apply for AP Police 2026?
It is not in the notifications themselves. SLPRB AP announces the application window by press release, so check slprb.ap.gov.in and our recruitment news page.
What is the application fee for AP Police SI and Constable?
The fee and any category-wise concession are set in the official SLPRB AP notification for each post. Read the amount there and pay only through slprb.ap.gov.in while applying.
What documents do I need to apply for AP Police?
The ones the notification lists for your post and category, with the photo and signature files in the stated format. Keep originals safe — claims are verified against certificates later.
Is AP Police Hub the official SLPRB AP portal?
No. AP Police Hub is an independent preparation platform, not connected with SLPRB AP. Apply only on slprb.ap.gov.in.
Who is eligible to apply for AP Police Constable 2026?
Candidates aged 18 to under 24 on 1 July 2026 (PC Civil / AR) with Intermediate or an equivalent, subject to category relaxations and the physical standards in the notification.
Is there negative marking in the AP Police Prelims?
No. The SLPRB AP 2026 SI and Constable notifications prescribe no deduction for a wrong answer.
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