Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board (TSLPRB)
Last Date: 9 September 2026

The Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board has notified 7,112 vacancies spread across Police Constable, Special Protection Force Constable, Fire Fighter and Warder posts. The notification, Rc No. 189/Rect./Rect.-2/2026 dated 29 July 2026, covers 4 uniformed departments of the Telangana government and carries a pay scale of Rs.24,280 to Rs.72,850. Online applications open on 19 August 2026 and close on 9 September 2026, with Intermediate pass (12th) as the base qualification for every post in this recruitment.

TSLPRB Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

TSLPRB Recruitment 2026: Quick Intro

The Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board (TSLPRB) conducts recruitment for various uniformed posts below the officer level in Telangana, including Police Constables, Firemen, SPF Constables, Warders, and other related positions. This recruitment brings together vacancies from four departments: Police, Special Protection Force, Fire Services, and Prisons. Combined, the notification offers 7,112 posts, making it one of the larger constable-level recruitment drives conducted by TSLPRB in recent years, though still smaller than the 16,925-post recruitment drive of 2018.

One notable feature of this recruitment is the extended age limit. TSLPRB recruitments have traditionally used a narrower 18 to 22-year age range for general candidates, but two government orders issued in May and August 2026 have provided a combined 7 years of additional age relaxation for eligible uniformed-post applicants.

TSLPRB recruitments can attract a large number of applicants compared with the available vacancies. For example, the Board's 2018 Sub-Inspector recruitment received around 1.9 lakh applications for 1,271 posts. In the current recruitment, there is no personal interview stage, so written examination performance and the other prescribed selection stages become especially important.

Vacancy Details

The 7,112 vacancies are distributed across seven post codes covering 4 departments. Post Code 21, Police Constable (Civil), accounts for more than half of the total vacancies. Complete department-wise and post-wise vacancy distribution is provided below:

Note: Post Codes 21, 22, 25, and 26 are open to both male and female candidates. Women's horizontal reservation is 33⅓% for Post Codes 21, 25, and 26, while Post Code 22 provides 10% reservation for women. Post Codes 23 and 27 are open only to male candidates, whereas Post Code 28 is exclusively for female candidates.

The vacancies under each post code are further divided into Direct Recruitment (DR) and Limited Recruitment/Backlog (LR) categories across different districts and commissionerates. The DR vacancies form the main open recruitment structure, while LR vacancies are backlog posts reserved for eligible local candidates of the respective district. The complete district-wise and post-wise vacancy details are provided from Page 2 onwards in the official notification PDF, available in the Important Links section below.

**Candidates should also note that the vacancy figures are tentative and may be revised by TSLPRB without further notice. The announced 7,112 vacancies should therefore be treated as provisional until the recruitment process reaches its final stages.

Application Fee

There is no official confirmation of the exact fee amount, TSLPRB states that candidates must pay the fee prescribed in the online application, with a concessional fee applicable to local SC/ST candidates of Telangana. Some unofficial sources have reported the fee as Rs.600 for eligible local SC/ST candidates and Rs.1,200 for other candidates. However, since these amounts are not confirmed by the recruitment board, candidates should verify the final fee displayed on the official TSLPRB application portal before making payment.

Note: Candidates applying for more than one TSLPRB post within three months of this notification may receive a rebate on the fee for each additional post. The reported rebate is Rs.50 for eligible local SC/ST candidates and Rs.100 for other candidates and since the PMT/PET is conducted only once, the same physical test results can be considered across the applicable posts and notifications, subject to the conditions specified by TSLPRB.
*Application fee, once paid, is non-refundable under any circumstances, including situations where a candidate is later found to be underage or overage. Payment is accepted only through the online modes enabled on the application portal, such as credit card, debit card, net banking, or other available payment options.

Age Limit

Candidates must have completed 18 years of age and, under the general age criterion, must not have crossed 22 years as on 1 July 2026. This year, eligible candidates can also benefit from additional age relaxation applicable to uniformed direct recruitment. The category-wise age limits and relaxations are detailed below.

Note: Employees of TSTRANSCO, DISCOMs, TSGENCO, RTC, as well as those working in other State corporations, municipalities, local bodies, and PSUs, are specifically excluded from the applicable age relaxation.

In practical terms, a general category candidate can now apply up to 29 years of age, and an SC, ST, BC or EWS candidate up to roughly 34, which is considerably wider than the traditional 22-year upper limit associated with constable recruitment.
Widowed, divorced, or judicially separated women applying for Post Codes 21, 22, 25, 26, and 28 have separate age provisions. Their upper age limit can extend to 40 years for SC/ST candidates and 35 years for other eligible candidates, subject to the additional 7-year relaxation and other conditions.
**Age eligibility is determined strictly from the official educational records and candidates must rely on their Secondary School Certificate (SSC) or an equivalent recognised certificate as proof of date of birth. Documents such as horoscopes, affidavits, or municipal birth extracts will not be accepted for this purpose.

Educational Qualification

The minimum educational qualification for all posts in this recruitment is a pass in Intermediate (10+2) or an equivalent examination recognised by the Telangana Government, completed on or before 29 July 2026, the date of notification. Candidates with a higher qualification, such as a graduation degree, are also eligible and are treated on par with candidates who meet the prescribed minimum qualification. Therefore, holding a higher qualification doesn't make a candidate overqualified for these posts.

Note: Post Code 26, Fire Fighter, has an additional eligibility requirement in which applicants must hold a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving licence as on the date of notification, i.e., 29 July 2026 and licence details will be verified during Certificate Verification, and candidates may be required to provide the relevant licensing authority's grant details. A valid LMV licence should therefore be in place before applying for this post.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of 3 stages and there is no personal interview at any stage of the selection process.

1. Preliminary Written Test (PWT) 

It consists of 200 objective-type questions carrying 200 marks, with a total duration of 3 hours and minimum qualifying marks are 30% for OC/EWS, 25% for BC, and 20% for SC, ST, Ex-servicemen, and Home Guards. A 20% negative marking is applied for every incorrect answer. The complete PWT syllabus is provided below:

2. Physical Measurement Test and Physical Efficiency Test (PMT/PET) 

Candidates who qualify in the Preliminary Written Test (PWT) move on to the PMT/PET. The physical test includes a running event, followed by height measurement, long jump, and shot put, as applicable to the post and candidate category.

The grading system for the running test and the detailed requirements for height, long jump, and shot put are provided below:

Height Requirement

Long jump and shot put event details:

Note: For Post Codes 21, 26, 27, and 28, the PMT/PET events mentioned above are qualifying in nature, meaning candidates only need to meet the prescribed standards to proceed but for Post Codes 22, 23, and 25, the running event carries marks (as shown in the grading system table above), and the performance contributes to the final merit calculation. Candidates applying for these posts should therefore treat the running event as a scoring stage, not merely a qualifying requirement.

3. Final Written Examination (FWE): is a 3-hour objective-type examination. The maximum marks vary by post code:

Note: The Final Written Examination (FWE) includes a section titled “Personality Test”, but this is not a separate interview or face-to-face assessment. It consists of objective-type MCQs covering areas such as ethics, gender sensitivity, and emotional intelligence. These questions are answered on the same OMR sheet as the other sections of the written examination.

*For Post Codes 21, 26, 27, and 28, the final merit list is prepared solely on the basis of marks obtained in the Final Written Examination (FWE) and for Post Codes 22, 23, and 25, the final merit is calculated using the FWE score along with the normalized marks obtained in the PET running event. It is also important to note that 95% of vacancies in most post codes are reserved for eligible local candidates of the respective district. As a result, the level of competition and effective cutoff can vary significantly from one district to another.

Salary, Job Location and Service Conditions

All 7 posts under this recruitment carry the same pay scale of Rs.24,280 to Rs.72,850 per month. For Post Codes 21, 22, 23, and 25, selected candidates undergo institutional training and receive a stipend as prescribed by the government from time to time. Candidates are appointed to the regular post after successfully completing the required training. it is also important to note that candidates appointed on or after 1 September 2004 are covered under the Contributory Pension Scheme. The older Revised Pension Rules, 1980 do not apply to employees appointed from that date onward.

All postings under this recruitment are within Telangana State and are governed by the applicable local cadre system, rather than a free choice of posting location.
> Post Codes 21 and 22: Posting is based on the Police District or Commissionerate.
> Post Code 26: Posting is based on the Revenue District.
> Post Codes 27 and 28: Posting is based on one of seven Contiguous District Cadres, with each cadre covering approximately four to five districts.

95% of vacancies in these Post Codes are reserved for eligible local candidates of the respective district or Contiguous District Cadre (CDC). This means the district or CDC selected during the application can significantly influence the candidate pool and level of competition, in addition to determining the likely area of service. While Post Codes 23 and 25 are outside the local cadre system and are therefore treated as statewide posts, where eligible candidates compete on a broader basis.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official website at www.tgprb.in.
2. Register using your mobile number as your User ID; this number stays your login credential for the entire recruitment process.
3. Select the post or posts you want to apply for and note the fee payable, which depends on your post and category selection.
4. Pay the fee online through the payment mode active on the portal.
5. Complete Part I of the application, upload a combined passport photo and specimen signature file in JPG format, sized between 30kb and 100kb.
6. Read the declaration carefully, click "I Agree," and confirm submission using the OTP sent to your registered mobile.
7. Download and save the submitted Part I form in PDF for your records; no corrections are possible after submission.
8. After qualifying in the Preliminary Written Test, return to www.tgprb.in to submit Part II with scanned certificates, on dates to be announced separately.

Required Documents and Important Instructions

Keep the following documents and important details ready before starting the online application:
= SSC/Matriculation certificate for date of birth,
= Intermediate pass certificate,
= latest Community Certificate with SC sub-classification where applicable,
= Non-Creamy Layer Certificate for BC candidates (issued on or after 1 April 2026),
= EWS certificate where claimed,
= Study or Residence Certificates from Class I to VII for local candidature,
= and category-specific certificates such as Home Guard, NCC, Ex-servicemen PPO or Discharge Book, or Children of Police/Fire/Prisons/SPF Personnel certificates where relevant.
*All Special Category certificates (Home Guard, CPP, CDI, CSPF, CJP, CFSP) must be dated on or after 29 July 2026 as anything issued earlier this date will not be accepted.
 
A few important instructions and points should be noted carefully:
> The application photograph will be rejected if the required signature is not included in the same combined file.
> The application system may not automatically verify the candidate's age eligibility. It is therefore the candidate's responsibility to check the prescribed age limit and applicable relaxations carefully before submitting the application.
> The post preference submitted in Part II of the application is final and cannot be changed after submission.
>Candidates who have entered into a marriage while their existing spouse is still living are not eligible for selection, as per the recruitment conditions and this disqualification can apply at any stage of the selection process, regardless of how far the candidate has progressed.
> Candidates involved in criminal cases of a grave or serious nature, or those dismissed from any government or PSU service, are also disqualified.
> TSLPRB does not maintain a waiting list for this recruitment. If vacancies arise due to cancellation, non-joining, or other reasons after selection, they will not be offered to the next candidate and may lapse as per the recruitment rules.

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❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies does this TSLPRB notification cover?

7,112 vacancies across Police Constable (Civil, AR, SAR CPL), SPF Constable, Fire Fighter and Warder (Male/Female) posts under Rc No. 189/Rect./Rect.-2/2026.

What is the last date to apply?

Applications are expected to close on 9 September 2026, with the window opening 19 August 2026. Confirm on www.tgprb.in, since the official notification itself deferred exact dates to a separate press release.

Who is eligible for this recruitment?

Candidates who passed Intermediate or an equivalent exam by 29 July 2026, and who meet the age and physical standards for their chosen post code, can apply. Fire Fighter applicants additionally need a valid LMV driving license.

What is the age limit including relaxations?

The base limit is 18 to 22 years as on 1 July 2026. Uniformed posts now carry a 7-year relaxation from two combined government orders, pushing the general category limit to around 29, with 5 more years for SC/ST/BC/EWS candidates.

What qualification is required?

Intermediate (10+2) or an equivalent examination recognized by the Telangana government. Candidates with a higher qualification, such as a degree, are considered on equal footing.

What does the selection process involve?

A Preliminary Written Test, followed by Physical Measurement and Physical Efficiency Tests, a Final Written Examination, and Certificate Verification. There is no interview stage in this recruitment.

What is the salary for these posts?

All posts in this notification carry the pay scale of ₹24,280 to ₹72,850 per month, with a training stipend for SCT posts before regular appointment.

What is the application fee?

The notification does not print an exact figure. It is widely reported at ₹600 for local SC/ST candidates and ₹1,200 for others, though this should be confirmed on the payment page directly.

How can I apply online?

Through www.tgprb.in only, by registering with your mobile number, selecting your post, paying the fee, and completing Part I and later Part II of the application as per the schedule TSLPRB announces.

What is the official website?

www.tgprb.in is the only website TSLPRB uses for this recruitment; no other portal or agent should be trusted for applications.

Is there a district-wise reservation for these posts?

Yes, for Post Codes 21, 22, 26, 27 and 28, 95% of seats go to local candidates of the specific district, commissionerate or Contiguous District Cadre. Post Codes 23 and 25 are open statewide with no local cadre restriction.

Does the Final Written Exam include an interview?

No. The "Personality Test" mentioned in the syllabus is a set of objective MCQs on ethics and emotional intelligence, answered on the same OMR sheet, not a face-to-face round.

Conclusion

At apnaupdates, we try to provide accurate and relevant recruitment information so that candidates can understand the requirements clearly and apply with confidence. This recruitment notification deserves a careful look because of the additional age relaxation introduced on 15 August through a Supplimentary Amendment notice (available in the Important Links section below). Therefore, candidates who had previously assumed that they were above the usual 22-year age limit may now be eligible under the revised provisions. If you are close to the earlier age limit, check the updated age table and applicable relaxation provided above in this article carefully before deciding that you are not eligible.

Candidates should regularly check the official TSLPRB website, tgprb.in, for the Part-I application link, confirmed fee details, and Preliminary Written Test date once announced. TSLPRB has stated that individual correspondence outside its official website will not be entertained. Candidates should therefore use third-party updates only as a reference and verify important information directly through the official portal. (You can also bookmark this page for quick reference and follow our Telegram and WhatsApp channels to receive important recruitment updates and notifications without missing any major announcement)

This article is based on the official notification and simplified for easy understanding. For the most accurate and updated information, always refer to the official website.