Telangana Police Constable (SCT PC) 2026
Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board (TSLPRB) has notified 7,739 Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable vacancies for Civil Police, Armed Reserve (AR) and Telangana State Special Police (TSSP) cadres across Telangana. Candidates with SSC (10th pass), age 18–25 years (as on 1 July 2027) and prescribed physical standards can apply online at tgprb.in between 5 April and 1 June 2026. Selection follows Preliminary Written Test (PWT) → Physical Measurement & Efficiency Tests (PMT/PET) → Final Written Examination (FWE) → document verification and medical. Pay scale is ₹23,440 – ₹79,210 (Pay Level-3) plus DA and allowances.
Total Vacancies
7,739
Department
Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board
Age Limit
18-25 years
Qualification
10th Pass (SSC)
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Latest TSLPRB Updates
Last updated: 5 June 2026
- 7,739 SCT Police Constable posts — Civil, AR and TSSP cadres notified for Telangana 2026 cycle.
- Online application window: 5 April – 1 June 2026 on tgprb.in (OTR-based registration).
- PWT pattern: 200 MCQs · 200 marks · 3 hours — English/Arithmetic/Reasoning + Telangana General Studies.
- PMT/PET after PWT — height 167.6 cm (male), 152.5 cm (female); 1600 m run in 7 min 15 sec (male).
- Final written exam (FWE) for candidates clearing physical tests — higher difficulty, merit-based.
- Admit card for PWT will be released on tgprb.in before the exam date.
Telangana Police Constable 2026 — apply online at tgprb.in before 1 June 2026. PWT expected September 2026.
Official Note
Telangana SCT PC 2026 — Civil Police, Armed Reserve (AR) and TSSP posts. Preliminary Written Test + Physical Efficiency Test + Final Written.
2026 Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board (TSLPRB) |
| Post Name | SCT Police Constable — Civil, Armed Reserve (AR), TSSP |
| Total Vacancies | 7,739 posts (district-wise allocation in notification PDF) |
| Educational Qualification | SSC / 10th Pass from a recognised board |
| Age Limit | 18–25 years as on 1 July 2027 (relaxation for SC/ST/BC as per rules) |
| Application Dates | 5 April – 1 June 2026 · Online at tgprb.in |
| Preliminary Written Test | 200 MCQs · 200 marks · 3 hours · Qualifying (40% OC / 35% BC / 30% SC-ST) |
| Final Written Exam | 200 MCQs · 200 marks · Merit stage after PET qualification |
| Negative Marking | As per official notification — verify in PDF (some cycles use ¼ mark deduction) |
| Pay Scale | ₹23,440 – ₹79,210 (Pay Level-3) + DA, HRA and other allowances |
| Job Location | Telangana — Hyderabad, Warangal, Nizamabad, Karimnagar and all districts |
| Official Website | www.tgprb.in |
Post-wise Vacancies
| Post | Vacancies | Department |
|---|---|---|
| SCT Police Constable (Civil) | 5200 | Telangana Civil Police |
| SCT Police Constable (AR) | 1980 | Armed Reserve Battalions |
| SCT Police Constable (TSSP) | 559 | Telangana State Special Police |
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 5 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 1 June 2026
- Exam Date
- 20 September 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 July 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification / online application | 5 April – 1 June 2026 |
| Application correction window | 3 days after last date (tentative) |
| Preliminary Written Test (PWT) | September 2026 (tentative) |
| PMT & PET | After PWT qualification (tentative) |
| Final Written Examination (FWE) | To be announced |
| Document verification & medical | After final written (tentative) |
Exam Pattern 2026
Telangana Police Constable recruitment has two written stages. The Preliminary Written Test (PWT) is qualifying — candidates need category-wise minimum percentages (typically 40% OC, 35% BC, 30% SC/ST). The Final Written Examination (FWE) determines merit among candidates who clear PMT and PET. Both papers are 200 MCQs for 200 marks in 3 hours.
- PWT: 200 questions · 200 marks · 180 minutes · Qualifying only
- FWE: 200 questions · 200 marks · 180 minutes · Merit stage
- Paper bilingual option — Telugu, Urdu or English (except English section)
- Negative marking as per notification — check official PDF before exam
- PMT and PET are qualifying; AR/TSSP posts may have stricter PET timing for bonus marks
- Medical standards include vision, hearing and general fitness as per police rules
Preliminary Examination (Screening Test)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 25 | 25 |
| Arithmetic & Reasoning | 75 | 75 |
| General Studies (National + Telangana) | 100 | 100 |
| Total (PWT / FWE each) | 200 | 200 |
Subject-Wise Syllabus
English (25 Questions) (25 Marks)
- Synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitution
- Error spotting, fill in the blanks, sentence improvement
- Reading comprehension and para jumbles
- Active/passive voice and direct/indirect speech basics
Arithmetic & Reasoning (75 Questions) (75 Marks)
- Number system, simplification, LCM/HCF, percentages
- Ratio, proportion, profit & loss, simple & compound interest
- Time & work, time-speed-distance, averages, mensuration
- Series, coding-decoding, blood relations, direction sense
- Puzzles, syllogism, statement-conclusion, non-verbal reasoning
General Studies — India & Telangana (100 Questions) (100 Marks)
- Indian history — freedom movement, constitution, national leaders
- Indian polity — Parliament, judiciary, fundamental rights, Panchayati Raj
- Geography — India and Telangana rivers, soils, climate, resources
- General science — physics, chemistry, biology basics; environment
- Telangana movement, Nizam rule, Hyderabad state, formation of TS (2014)
- Telangana economy, IT/pharma hubs, state government schemes
- Current affairs — national and Telangana (last 12 months)
Selection Process
- Preliminary Written Test (PWT) — 200 MCQs, 200 marks, 3 hours (qualifying; marks not added to final merit)
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT) — height & chest (male) as per post code
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — 1600 m run (male) / 800 m run (female), long jump, high jump, shot put (post-specific)
- Final Written Examination (FWE) — 200 MCQs, 200 marks, 3 hours (merit stage)
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
Physical Standards (PST / PET)
Qualifying standards — category-wise relaxations apply as per official notification.
| Parameter | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height — Male (General / BC) | Min 167.6 cm | N/A |
| Height — Male (ST Agency areas) | Min 160 cm | N/A |
| Height — Female (General / BC) | N/A | Min 152.5 cm |
| Height — Female (ST Agency areas) | N/A | Min 150 cm |
| Chest — Male (General / BC) | Min 86.3 cm with 5 cm expansion | N/A |
| Chest — Male (ST Agency areas) | Min 80 cm with 3 cm expansion | N/A |
| PET — 1600 m Run (Male) | Within 7 min 15 sec (Civil); stricter for AR/TSSP | N/A |
| PET — 800 m Run (Female) | N/A | Within 5 min 20 sec (indicative) |
| PET — Long Jump (Male) | Min 3.80 m | N/A |
| PET — High Jump (Male) | Min 1.20 m | N/A |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / BC | ₹600 |
| SC / ST | ₹400 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹400 |
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Category (PWT qualifying %) | 80 | 200 | 40.0% |
| BC (PWT qualifying %) | 70 | 200 | 35.0% |
| SC / ST (PWT qualifying %) | 60 | 200 | 30.0% |
Exam Centres
Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
Preparation Tips
- Start with Telangana GK — districts, rivers (Godavari, Krishna, Musi), freedom fighters and state formation timeline.
- Practice 200-question mock tests in 3 hours to build stamina for PWT and FWE.
- For PET, train 1600 m runs early — AR/TSSP aspirants should target sub-6-minute timing for maximum PET marks.
- Revise SSC-level arithmetic daily; TSLPRB questions are often 10th-standard difficulty.
- Read Telugu/Urdu newspapers alongside English for bilingual paper comfort.
- Keep photo and signature ready at 20–50 KB / 10–20 KB before the apply window closes.
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: 10th Pass (SSC)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 25 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 28 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 30 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 35 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 July 2027.
Salary & Perks
₹23,440 – ₹79,210
Apply Kaise Karein
- Visit www.tgprb.in and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) with mobile number and email.
- Login to the Telangana Police Constable 2026 application portal and select SCT PC post code (Civil / AR / TSSP).
- Fill personal, educational, category and local-status details exactly as in SSC certificate.
- Upload passport photo (20–50 KB JPG) and signature (10–20 KB) — use our photo resizer if needed.
- Pay the application fee online and download the submitted application form for your records.
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Complete Telangana Police Constable (SCT PC) 2026 guide
All pages for this recruitment — linked for easy navigation.
- Notification Vacancies, eligibility, dates & apply link
- Syllabus Exam pattern, topics & official PDFs
- Admit Card Hall ticket, interview letter & download steps
- Result Merit list, scorecard & cut-off updates
Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the Telangana Police Constable 2026 vacancy? v
TSLPRB has notified 7,739 SCT Police Constable posts for Civil, Armed Reserve (AR) and TSSP cadres. District-wise vacancy split is in the official notification PDF on tgprb.in.
What is the last date to apply for Telangana Police Constable 2026? v
Online applications close on 1 June 2026. Registration opened on 5 April 2026 at www.tgprb.in. Pay the fee and download the confirmation before the deadline.
What is the Telangana Police Constable age limit? v
Minimum 18 years and maximum 25 years as on 1 July 2027. Age relaxation applies for SC, ST, BC and ex-servicemen as per TSLPRB rules in the notification.
What is the selection process for TSLPRB Constable? v
Preliminary Written Test (qualifying) → Physical Measurement Test → Physical Efficiency Test → Final Written Examination (merit) → document verification and medical.
What is the Telangana Police Constable salary? v
Pay scale is ₹23,440 – ₹79,210 (Pay Level-3) plus dearness allowance, HRA and other government benefits as per Telangana police service rules.
What are the physical standards for Telangana Police Constable? v
Male candidates generally need minimum 167.6 cm height and 86.3 cm chest (5 cm expansion). Female candidates need minimum 152.5 cm height. ST candidates in agency areas have relaxed standards. PET includes 1600 m run (male) within 7 min 15 sec.
What is the exam pattern for Telangana Police PWT? v
200 multiple-choice questions for 200 marks in 3 hours — English (25), Arithmetic & Reasoning (75), and General Studies including Telangana GK (100). PWT is qualifying; final merit uses the Final Written Exam after PET.
What is the age limit for Telangana Police Constable (SCT PC) 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 25 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Thursday, 1 July 2027.
How do I apply for Telangana Police Constable (SCT PC) 2026? v
Visit the authorised website for Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board (https://www.tgprb.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Monday, 1 June 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Telangana Police Constable (SCT PC) 2026? v
The closing date was Monday, 1 June 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 20 September 2026.
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