The Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board (TSLPRB) has brought a massive wave of opportunities for defense job aspirants by releasing three separate recruitment notifications simultaneously on 29 July 2026. The board is inviting online applications from eligible, dynamic, and dedicated candidates for a total of 325 vacancies across various highly esteemed departments. These include the Telangana Police Department, Telangana Special Protection Force, Telangana Fire & Disaster Response Department, and Telangana Prisons & Correctional Services.
This comprehensive recruitment drive covers a wide spectrum of roles: Sub Inspector (SI) in Civil/AR/TGSP, Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) in Finger Print Bureau, Police Constable (Mechanic), Police Constable (Driver), Station Fire Officer (SFO), and Deputy Jailor. The entire application process will be hosted online on the official TGPRB portal (www.tgprb.in).
A highly beneficial feature of this recruitment is the Common Physical Test. Candidates applying for multiple posts across these notifications will only have to undergo the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) once, saving time and effort. Furthermore, applying for multiple posts grants candidates a special application fee rebate. Read this detailed article to explore the complete vacancy breakdown, physical and medical standards, educational criteria, syllabus overview, and the step-by-step application process.
Quick Review: TSLPRB Mega Recruitment 2026
Important Dates Schedule
The official recruitment notifications were released simultaneously. The exact dates for the commencement of online registration will be issued via a separate Press Release by TSLPRB shortly.
Complete Vacancy Breakdown (325 Posts)
TSLPRB has divided the 325 vacancies across three major notifications based on the cadre and technical requirements. Candidates must review the post codes before applying.
1. SI & Equivalent Posts (Notification No. 225) – 275 Posts
2. ASI FPB Posts (Notification No. 279) – 23 Posts
3. Constable Technical Posts (Notification No. 234) – 27 Posts
Eligibility Criteria (Age Limit & Education)
The TSLPRB has laid down specific eligibility guidelines. The crucial date for determining age is 1st July 2026, and the crucial date for educational qualification is 29th July 2026.
1. Age Limit (As on 01.07.2026)
The Government of Telangana has granted a generous 5-year upper age relaxation for direct recruitment in uniformed services, which applies to all these posts.
i. For SI, SFO & Dy Jailor (Post Code 11-19):
- 21 to 30 Years (This includes the 5-year GO Ms No. 87 relaxation).
ii. For ASI FPB (Post Code 33):
- 21 to 30 Years (including relaxation).
iii. For PC Mechanic (Post Code 35):
- 18 to 27 Years (including relaxation).
iv. For PC Driver (Post Code 36):
- 21 to 30 Years (including relaxation).
Category Relaxations: SC/ST/BC/EWS candidates receive an additional 5 Years. Telangana State Govt Employees get up to 5 Years, and Ex-Servicemen get 3 Years + Length of Service.
3. Educational & Technical Qualifications
i. For SI, SFO & Dy Jailor (Post Code 11-19):
- Must possess a regular Bachelor’s Degree awarded by any recognized university in India as on 29 July 2026. (Note: For Post Code 17 SFO, candidates must also possess a valid Light Motor Vehicle driving license).
ii. For ASI FPB (Post Code 33):
- Must possess a Degree of B.E. / B.Tech in Information Technology, Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, Data Science, Networks, Cyber Security, IoT, OR B.Sc in Computer Science / BCA.
iii. For PC Mechanic (Post Code 35):
- Passed SSC/10th and must possess an ITI Certificate in Auto Electrician / Mechanic Motor Vehicle / Mechanic Diesel / Fitter.
iv. For PC Driver (Post Code 36):
- Intermediate (12th) OR SSC with ITI in relevant trades, AND must possess a valid Heavy Passenger Motor Vehicle (HPMV) / Heavy Goods Vehicle / Transport Vehicle driving license as on 29 July 2026.
Physical Standards & Efficiency Test (PMT / PET)
A unique and highly favorable aspect of this recruitment is that the PMT/PET will be conducted only once for candidates applying across multiple notifications within a 3-month period.
(Medical Note: Vision must be 6/6 for Distant Vision in both eyes. Conditions like color blindness, knock-knees, flat foot, decayed teeth, and stammering will lead to immediate disqualification.)
Normalization of Marks:
For specific posts like SCT RSI (AR) and SCT SI in SPF, the marks secured in the 1600/800 meters run event will be normalized mathematically based on standard deviation and mean averages to ensure complete fairness.
Application Fee & Special Rebate Structure
To encourage candidates to apply for multiple roles without a heavy financial burden, TSLPRB has introduced a special fee rebate.
- General Application Fee: The base fee will be designated in the online application form on
www.tgprb.in. Concessions naturally apply for local SC/ST candidates of Telangana. - Multiple Post Rebate: Candidates applying for more than one post will get a rebate of Rs. 50/- per additional post (for Local SC & ST candidates), and Rs. 100/- per additional post (for all other categories) because the PMT/PET is conducted only once.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Examination Scheme
The recruitment process consists of multiple rigorous stages to ensure only the best candidates are selected for the Telangana Police force.
- Preliminary Written Test (PWT): For SI and equivalent posts, candidates will face a 200-mark objective exam of 3 hours. It covers Arithmetic, Test of Reasoning (100 Questions), and General Studies (100 Questions). (Note: ASI FPB, PC Mechanic, and PC Driver posts do NOT have a Preliminary Written Test).
- PMT & PET: Candidates who qualify the PWT (or directly apply for Technical posts) must clear the physical measurements and events. The 1600m/800m run is tracked using RFID bibs for extreme accuracy.
- Trade Test / Driving Test: This is exclusively for Constable Mechanic and Driver posts (Post Codes 35 & 36). It consists of practical vehicle maintenance and driving skill tests carrying 100 marks. Candidates must secure a minimum of 50 marks to pass.
- Final Written Examination (FWE): Qualified candidates will take the final exams. For SI posts, there are 4 papers (English, Telugu/Urdu, Arithmetic/Reasoning, and General Studies). For ASI FPB, it includes English, Telugu/Urdu, and a Technical Paper involving Computer Hardware, Software, MS Office, and Networking.
- Document Verification: Provisional selection is strictly based on the aggregate FWE scores, followed by thorough antecedent and original certificate verifications.
Essential Documents for Part-II Application
Candidates who qualify for the later stages must upload several crucial documents:
- SSC/Matriculation Certificate for Date of Birth.
- Degree or ITI Educational Qualification Certificates.
- Latest Community Certificate (SC/ST must have sub-classification group I, II, III).
- Latest Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (For BC Candidates) issued after 1st April 2026.
- EWS Certificate issued after 1st April 2026.
- Agency Area (Local ST) Certificate for height relaxation.
- Special Category Certificates (NCC, CPP, Home Guard, MSP).
How to Apply Online for TSLPRB Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must submit their applications via the official TSLPRB payment gateway portal. Follow these exact steps:
- Register Mobile Number: Go to
www.tgprb.inand use your mobile number as the User ID. You must maintain this number actively without interruption throughout the entire recruitment process. - Choose Posts & Calculate Fee: Select all the notifications and posts (SI, ASI, Constable) you wish to apply for. The system will automatically calculate your exact fee, applying the multi-post rebate.
- Submit Part-I Application: Fill out the Part-I application online and upload a scanned image combining your Passport-size photo and Specimen signature as one single JPG file (Size: 30KB to 100KB).
- Confirm & Submit: Verify all details carefully, check the declaration, click “I AGREE”, confirm with the OTP sent to your mobile, and hit submit. No corrections can be made once submitted.
- Submit Part-II Application: Candidates who qualify the PWT (for SI) or those directly applying for Technical posts (ASI, PC) will have to visit the portal later to upload their original certificates for the Part-II application phase.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies under TSLPRB Recruitment 2026?
Ans: TSLPRB has announced a total of 325 vacancies combined across three notifications for Sub Inspector (SI), Assistant Sub Inspector (FPB), Constable Drivers & Mechanics, Station Fire Officer, and Deputy Jailor posts.
Q2. Are women eligible for the TSLPRB Police Constable (Driver) post?
Ans: No, the technical posts for SCT Police Constable (Mechanics) and SCT Police Constable (Driver) are strictly reserved for Men candidates only. However, women can apply for SI, ASI (FPB), SFO, and Deputy Jailor (Women) posts.
Q3. Is there a Preliminary Written Test (PWT) for ASI FPB and Constable Tech posts?
Ans: No. The official notification clearly outlines that there is no Preliminary Written Test for the technical posts of SCT Assistant Sub Inspector (FPB), SCT PC (Mechanic), and SCT PC (Driver).
Q4. Do I need to undergo Physical Tests separately if I apply for multiple posts?
Ans: No. The Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) will be conducted only once for all posts applied for within the 3-month notification window, and the same score/reading will be valid for all applied roles.
Q5. Is there any application fee concession for applying to more than one post?
Ans: Yes, TSLPRB offers a multi-post fee rebate. Local SC/ST candidates of Telangana receive a rebate of Rs. 50/- per additional post, while all other candidates receive a rebate of Rs. 100/- per additional post applied for.
Q6. What is the upper age limit relaxation given by the Telangana Government?
Ans: The Government of Telangana (via GO Ms No. 87) has raised the upper age limit for direct recruitment by 5 years for uniformed services. Therefore, the general age limit of 21-25 years is effectively relaxed to 21-30 years for SI/ASI roles.
Q7. What is the educational requirement for the ASI (Finger Print Bureau) post?
Ans: Candidates must possess a B.E. / B.Tech Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, Data Science, Networks, Cyber Security, IoT, OR a B.Sc in Computer Science / BCA awarded by a recognized university.
Q8. What are the minimum height requirements for male and female candidates?
Ans: For general male candidates (SI/SFO/Dy Jailor), the minimum height requirement is 167.6 cms. For Constable Tech & ASI it is 162 cms. For general female candidates, the height requirement is 152.5 cms. ST candidates from Agency areas get further height relaxations.
