Andhra Pradesh Police SI / Sub-Inspector
Introduction
State recruitment for Sub-Inspector posts (Civil, Armed Reserve, Communication) in the Andhra Pradesh Police, conducted by AP SLPRB.
- Conducting body: Andhra Pradesh State Level Police Recruitment Board (AP SLPRB)
- Scope: State
- Region: Andhra Pradesh
- Department: Home / Police
- Posts: SI (Civil), SI (AR), SI (Communication)
- Mode: Online
- Official site: slprb.ap.gov.in
The Andhra Pradesh Police SI Recruitment appoints Sub-Inspectors in the AP Police — covering SI (Civil), SI (Armed Reserve), and SI (Communication). It fills frontline supervisory roles in law and order, investigation, and field administration.
Selection: Prelims → Mains → PET/PMT → Medical → Document Verification → Final merit.
Services and Posts
- SI (Civil)
- SI (Armed Reserve / AR)
- SI (Communication)
Exam Body and Conduct
AP SLPRB (Home Department) releases the notification on slprb.ap.gov.in, accepts online applications, and conducts written tests, physical tests, and medical.
Important Highlights
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | AP SLPRB |
| Posts | SI Civil / AR / Communication |
| Stages | Prelims → Mains → PET/PMT → Medical → DV |
| Mode | Online |
| Pay scale | ₹42,300–₹1,15,270 (Level-6/7) |
| Official site | slprb.ap.gov.in |
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
- Degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
Age Limit
- 21 to 25 years (relaxation: OBC +3, SC/ST +5 per rules)
Nationality / Domicile
- Indian citizen.
- Andhra Pradesh local / resident rules apply per notification.
Reservation
Per Andhra Pradesh Government policy:
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| BC / OBC (NCL) | 27% |
| EWS | 10% |
- Horizontal: Women 33%, PwBD, Ex-servicemen as per rules. Local reservation per AP domicile.
Exam Pattern and Selection Process
Selection Stages
1. Prelims — screening
2. Mains — merit
3. PET / PMT — qualifying
4. Medical Examination
5. Document Verification
6. Final merit list
Stage-wise Pattern
| Stage | Subjects | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims | GK, Arithmetic, Reasoning | 200 | 3 hours | 1/3 |
| Mains | English, Telugu, Maths, GS | 400 | 3 hours each | 1/3 |
- PET/PMT are qualifying; medical fitness mandatory.
Syllabus
Prelims
General Knowledge, Arithmetic, Reasoning.
Mains
English, Telugu, Mathematics, General Studies.
Topic Coverage
- Arithmetic: number systems, percentages, ratios, profit-loss, averages, SI/CI, time-work, distance
- Reasoning: analogy, classification, coding-decoding, series, direction, blood relations, seating, syllogism
- GK/GS: current affairs, Indian history, polity, geography, economy, science, AP facts
- English: grammar, vocab, comprehension, sentence correction, synonyms/antonyms
- Telugu: comprehension, grammar, usage, vocabulary
How to Apply
1. Visit https://slprb.ap.gov.in
2. Read the notification.
3. Register with valid details.
4. Fill the form; upload documents, photo, signature.
5. Pay the fee.
6. Submit; save confirmation.
Documents
Photo, signature, degree cert, DOB proof, caste cert, domicile/local proof, ID proof.
Correction Window
Use the notification's correction window within prescribed dates, if provided.
Application Fee
- General: ₹600 (reserved categories concessional as per notification).
Previous Year History
Notified cycle-wise. The 2026 AP Police notification (released ~15 Aug) covers SI + Constable + Jail Warder posts together; SI vacancies are a few hundred per cycle. Exact post-wise counts on slprb.ap.gov.in.
Salary, Benefits, and Service Conditions
- Pay scale: ₹42,300–₹1,15,270 (Level-6/7) + DA, HRA, uniform, risk allowance.
- Gross approx ₹50,000/month.
Preparation
- 4–6 months: prelims + mains subjects, daily physical fitness, revision, mocks.
- Arithmetic daily, reasoning mixed sets, GK/AP current affairs, English grammar, Telugu reading.
- PET: stamina running, endurance, flexibility, diet/rest.
Career Path
SI → Inspector → DSP → Additional SP, per rules. Field role in law & order, crime prevention, investigation, station administration.
FAQs
1. Full form of AP Police SI?
Andhra Pradesh Police Sub-Inspector.
2. Conducting body?
AP SLPRB.
3. Posts included?
SI (Civil), SI (AR), SI (Communication).
4. Educational qualification?
Degree in any discipline.
5. Age limit?
21–25 years (OBC +3, SC/ST +5).
6. Selection process?
Prelims → Mains → PET/PMT → Medical → DV → merit.
7. Negative marking?
Yes — 1/3 per wrong answer.
8. Prelims pattern?
GK, Arithmetic, Reasoning; 200 marks, 3 hours.
9. Mains subjects?
English, Telugu, Maths, General Studies.
10. Prelims syllabus?
GK, Arithmetic, Reasoning.
11. Physical tests?
PET + PMT (qualifying).
12. Physical standards?
Prescribed in notification, vary by post/category.
13. How to apply?
Online at slprb.ap.gov.in.
14. Application fee?
₹600 General; concessional for reserved.
15. Where is notification?
slprb.ap.gov.in.
16. Final merit preparation?
From written + physical stages, subject to medical and DV.
17. Salary?
₹42,300–₹1,15,270 (gross ~₹50,000).
18. Domicile required?
Yes — AP local/resident rules apply.
19. Career growth?
SI → Inspector → DSP → Addl SP.
20. Previous papers?
On 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