SLPRB AP SCT SI Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 60 Communication & PTO Sub Inspector Posts

Full Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for SLPRB AP SCT SI Recruitment 2026 must meet specific eligibility conditions including educational qualifications, age limits, and physical standards. Ensure you satisfy all criteria as of 01 July 2026 before applying.

Physical Test Criteria

Candidates must qualify in the Physical Measurements Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) as per the standards set by SLPRB AP. These tests are crucial for selection into the police force.

Salary / Pay Scale

Upon successful completion of training, selected candidates for SLPRB AP SCT SI posts will be appointed in the regular time scale of pay as per the Revised Pay Scale 2022, offering attractive remuneration.

• Employees appointed on or after 01 September 2004 will be covered by the Contributory Pension Scheme.
• During institutional training, candidates will receive a stipend as fixed by the Government.

Selection Process

The selection process for SLPRB AP SCT SI Recruitment 2026 involves multiple stages designed to assess candidates’ physical fitness, mental ability, and technical knowledge. There will be no Preliminary Written Test for these technical posts.

• Stage 1: Certificate Verification & Physical Measurements Test (PMT): Candidates will report for verification of certificates and PMT.
• Stage 2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualified candidates from PMT will undergo PET.
  • 1600 Meters Run (1 Mile Run):
    • Male candidates (Post Code 15 & 16): Must complete in 10 Minutes or less.
    • Women candidates (Post Code 15): Must complete in 12 Minutes 30 Seconds or less.
• Stage 3: Written Examination: Candidates qualifying in PET will appear for a Written Examination consisting of three papers.
• Stage 4: Final Selection: Based on relative merit from Paper-II and Paper-III marks (total 300 marks) for candidates qualified in PMT and PET.

Exam Pattern

The Written Examination for SLPRB AP SCT SI posts comprises three papers, focusing on English, Arithmetic & Reasoning, and a Technical Paper. Paper I is qualifying in nature, while Paper II and III determine final merit.

• Qualifying Marks: 40% for OCs (including EWS), 35% for BCs, and 30% for SCs/STs in each paper.
• Paper I (English) is only qualifying in nature; its marks will not be considered for final selection.
• Questions in Paper II and Paper III will be objective (OMR based) and set in English, Telugu, and Urdu languages.
• Paper I will be descriptive, requiring answers with Blue/Black Ball point pen.

Syllabus for Post Code No. 15 (SCT SI Communication)

• Paper I (English): Short essay, comprehension, précis, letter writing, paragraph/report writing, translation (English to Telugu).
• Paper II (Arithmetic & Test of Reasoning): Number system, SI, CI, ratio & proportion, average, percentage, profit & loss, time & work, time & distance, clocks & calendars, partnership, mensuration, analogies, similarities & differences, spatial visualization, problem solving, analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory.
• Paper III (Technical Paper): Materials and Components, Physical Electronics, Electron Devices and ICs, Network Theory, Electromagnetic Theory, Electronic Measurements and Instrumentation, Power Electronics, Analog Electronics, Digital Electronic Circuits, Communication Systems and Antennas, Microwave Engineering, Computer Engineering, Microprocessors, Television Engineering, Radars and Landing systems, Control systems, Telephone Systems.

Syllabus for Post Code No. 16 (SCT SI Police Transport Organization)

• Paper I (English): Short essay, comprehension, précis, letter writing, paragraph/report writing, translation (English to Telugu).
• Paper II (Arithmetic & Test of Reasoning): Number system, SI, CI, ratio & proportion, average, percentage, profit & loss, time & work, time & distance, clocks & calendars, partnership, mensuration, analogies, similarities & differences, spatial visualization, problem solving, analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory.
• Paper III (Technical Paper): Basic Mechanical Engineering, Workshop Technology, Automobile Power Plants, Strength of materials and fluid Mechanics, Engineering Material and Manufacturing Process, Machine Drawing, Theory of Machines, Industrial Management and Entrepreneurship, Automobile servicing and maintenance and Diagnosis and Testing Automobile Servicing and Maintenance, Farm Machines and Equipment, Motor Transport Organisation and Fleet Management, Motor Transport Organisation Environmental Management. Automobile Electrical System, Computers and Information Technology, Leadership Qualities.

Post / Category Wise Vacancy Details

The SLPRB AP Recruitment 2026 offers a total of 60 vacancies for Stipendiary Cadet Trainee Sub Inspectors. These include both Direct Recruitment (DR) and Limited Recruitment (LR) posts, with specific category-wise distribution for LR vacancies.

Job Profile & Responsibility

As a Stipendiary Cadet Trainee Sub Inspector in the Andhra Pradesh Police Department, you will undergo rigorous training to prepare for specialized roles. Upon successful completion, your responsibilities will vary based on your assigned post, contributing significantly to law enforcement and public safety.

• SCT SI (Communication): Responsible for managing and maintaining the police communication network, including radio systems, data networks, and other technical equipment. This involves ensuring seamless communication for operational efficiency, troubleshooting technical issues, and implementing new communication technologies.
• SCT SI (Police Transport Organization – PTO): Tasked with the management, maintenance, and logistics of the police vehicle fleet. This includes overseeing vehicle repairs, ensuring operational readiness of transport, managing fuel supplies, and coordinating vehicle movements for various police operations.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in the SLPRB AP SCT SI Recruitment 2026 must apply online through the official website. Ensure all details are accurate and documents are uploaded correctly to avoid rejection.

1. Visit the official SLPRB AP website: https://slprb.ap.gov.in.
2. Locate the recruitment notification for SCT SI (Communication & PTO) 2026 and read it carefully.
3. Click on the “Apply Online” link (once activated).
4. Complete the Registration Process by providing your Name, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, Community, and SSC Hall Ticket Number.
5. Proceed to pay the prescribed Application Fee using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or other available online modes.
6. After successful payment, fill out the Online Application Form with all required personal and educational details.
7. Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, SSC certificate, community certificate (if applicable), EWS, and Non-Creamy Layer certificate (if applicable).
8. Review all entered information thoroughly before final submission.
9. Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

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