TELANGANA POLICE Exam Guide 2026
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📊 Post Name & Classification Details
| Department | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Police Department | Sub Inspector (Civil) | 148 |
| Police Department | Reserve Sub Inspector (AR) | 14 |
| Police Department | Reserve Sub Inspector (TGSP) | 12 |
| Police Department | Reserve Sub Inspector (SARCPL) | 3 |
| Police Department | Assistant Sub Inspector (FPB) | 23 |
| Police Department | Police Constable (Civil) | 3,697 |
| Police Department | Police Constable (AR) | 1,052 |
| Police Department | Police Constable (SARCPL) | 24 |
| Police Department | Police Constable (Driver) | 20 |
| Police Department | Police Constable (Mechanic) | 7 |
| Fire Disaster Response, Emergency & Civil Defence Department | Station Fire Officer | 39 |
| Fire Disaster Response, Emergency & Civil Defence Department | Fire Fighter | 751 |
| Prisons & Correctional Services Department | Deputy Jailor (Men) | 14 |
| Prisons & Correctional Services Department | Deputy Jailor (Women) | 1 |
| Prisons & Correctional Services Department | Warder (Male) | 196 |
| Prisons & Correctional Services Department | Warder (Female) | 12 |
| Special Protection Force | Sub Inspector | 44 |
| Special Protection Force | Constable | 1,380 |
| All Departments | Total Vacancies | 7,437 |
📊 Telangana Police Recruitment Overview
| Name of the Organization | Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board (TSLPRB) |
|---|---|
| Name of the Examination | Telangana Police Recruitment |
| Post Name | Police Constable, Sub Inspector, Reserve Sub Inspector of Police, Assistant Sub-Inspector of Police, Scientific Officer, Lab Technician |
| Vacancy | 7437 (Expected) |
| Exam Date | To be Announced |
| Official Website | https://www.tspolice.gov.in/ |
| State | Government Jobs In Telangana |
| Qualification | 12th Pass Government Jobs Graduates Government Jobs |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Events
- Important Dates
- Result Date
- To Be Announced
- Admit Card Download Date
- To Be Announced
- Last Date of Online Application
- To Be Announced
- Starting Date of Online Application
- To Be Announced
📊 Application Fee
- Category
- Fees
- SC/ST Candidates For Sub Inspector (Civil/ AR/ SAR CPL/ TSSP/ SPF) / Station Fire Officer/ Deputy Jailor/ Assistant Matron
- Rs.500/-
- General candidates For Sub Inspector (Civil/ AR/ SAR CPL/ TSSP/ SPF) / Station Fire Officer/ Deputy Jailor/ Assistant Matron
- Rs.1,000/-
- Local Telangana Candidates (OC/BC) For Police Constable (Civil/ AR/ SAR CPL/ TSSP/ SPF)(IT&C/ Mechanic/ Driver), Firemen and Warders
- Rs.800/-
- Local Telangana Candidates (SC/ST) For Police Constable (Civil/ AR/ SAR CPL/ TSSP/ SPF)(IT&C/ Mechanic/ Driver), Firemen and Warders
- Rs.400/-
📊 Post Name & Classification Details
| Post Code | Name of the Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Sub Inspector of Police (Civil) in Police Department | 21 - 25 years |
| 12 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Reserve Sub Inspector of Police (AR) in Police Department | |
| 13 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Reserve Sub Inspector of Police (SAR CPL) (Men) in Police Department | |
| 14 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Reserve Sub Inspector of Police (TSSP) (Men) in Police Department | |
| 16 | Sub Inspector (Men) in Telangana State Special Protection Force Department | |
| 17 | Station Fire Officer in Telangana State Disaster Response & Fire Services Department | |
| 18 | Deputy Jailor (Men) in Prisons & Correctional Services Department | |
| 21 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Constable (Civil) in Police Department | 18 - 22 years |
| 22 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee Police (SCT) Constable (AR) in Police Department | |
| 23 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (SAR CPL) (Men) in Police Department | |
| 24 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (TSSP) (Men) in Police Department | |
| 25 | Constable in Telangana State Special Protection Force Department | |
| 26 | Firemen in Telangana State Disaster Response & Fire Services Department | |
| 27 | Warder (Male) in Prisons & Correctional Services Department | |
| 28 | Warder (Female) in Prisons & Correctional Services Department | |
| 31 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Sub Inspector of Police, Information Technology & Communications Organization in Police Department | 21 - 25 years |
| 32 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Sub Inspector, Police Transport Organization (Men) in Police Department | |
| 33 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Assistant Sub Inspector, Finger Print Bureau in Police Department | |
| 34 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (Information Technology & Communications Organization) in Police Department | 18 - 22 years |
| 35 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (Mechanics) (Men) in Police Transport Organisation | 18 - 22 years |
| 36 | Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (Drivers) (Men) in Police Transport Organisation | 21 - 25 years |
📊 Application Fee
- BC/SC/ST
- 5 Years
- Category
- Age relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen
- Length of service + 3 Years
- NCC Cadet Instructor (Minimum 6 months)
- Length of service + 3 Years
- Telangana State Government Employee (TSTRANSCO, TSGENCO, DISCOM)
- 5 Years
- Retrenched Employee in state census department with minimum 6-month service in 1991
- Up to a maximum of 3 Years
📊 Post Name & Classification Details
| Name of the Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee Police (SCT) Constable (Civil) in Police Department | Must have passed Intermediate or its equivalent examination recognized by the State Government. |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee Police (SCT) Constable (AR) in Police Department | |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (SAR CPL) (Men) in Police Department | |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee(SCT) Police Constable (TSSP) (Men) in Police Department | |
| Constable in Telangana State Special Protection Force Department | |
| Firemen in Telangana State Disaster Response & Fire Services Department | |
| Warder (Male) in Prisons & Correctional Services Department | |
| Warder (Female) in Prisons & Correctional Services Department | |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (Information Technology & Communications Organization) in Police Department | Must have passed SSC or any other examination recognized by the State Government as being equivalent to SSC and must possess Industrial Training Institutional Certificate in Electronic, Mechanic OR Information Technology and Electronic System Maintenance OR Computer Operator and Programming Assistant OR Mechanic Consumer Electronics OR Electrician OR Vocational Intermediate in a) EET (Electronic Engineering Technician) b) ET (Electrical Technician) (old name Electrical Wiring and Servicing of Electrical applications (E.W & SEA) after SSC) |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (Mechanics) (Men) in Police Transport Organisation | Must have passed SSC or any other examination recognized by the State Government as being equivalent to SSC and must possess an Industrial Training Institutional Certificate in Wiremen OR Mechanic Motor vehicle OR Mechanic Diesel OR Fitter |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (Drivers) (Men) in Police Transport Organisation | - Must have passed Intermediate examination or any other examination recognized as its equivalent by the State Board of Intermediate Education Or SSC or any other examination recognized by the State Government as being equivalent to SSC and must possess an Industrial Training Institutional Certificate in Auto Electrician OR Mechanic Motor vehicle OR Mechanic Diesel OR Fitter |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Sub Inspector of Police (Civil) in Police Department | Must possess degree from a recognized university. |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Reserve Sub Inspector of Police (AR) in Police Department | |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Reserve Sub Inspector of Police (SAR CPL) (Men) in Police Department | |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Reserve Sub Inspector of Police (TSSP) (Men) in Police Department | |
| Sub Inspector (Men) in Telangana State Special Protection Force Department | |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Sub Inspector of Police, Information Technology & Communications Organization in Police Department | Must possess a Degree of B.E. / B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering OR Electrical and Electronics Engineering OR Computer Engineering OR Information Technology |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Sub Inspector, Police Transport Organization (Men) in Police Department | Must possess a Diploma in Electrical Engineering OR Mechanical Engineering OR Automobile Engineering awarded by the State Board of Technical Education |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Assistant Sub Inspector, Finger Print Bureau in Police Department | Must possess a Degree with Computer Science OR Computer Application OR Information Technology |
| Station Fire Officer in Telangana State Disaster Response & Fire Services Department | Degree or its equivalent examination Certificate |
| Deputy Jailor (Men) in Prisons & Correctional Services Department | Degree or its equivalent examination Certificate |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Reasoning/Mental Ability | General Studies |
|---|---|
| Number system Simple interest Compound interest Ratio & proportion Average Percentage Profit & loss Time & work Work & wages Time & distance Clocks & calendars Partnership Menstruation Analogies Similarities and differences Spatial visualization Spatial orientation Problem solving analysis Judgment decision making Visual memory | General Science Contemporary developments in science and technology and their implications including matters of everyday observation and experience Contemporary issues relating to the protection of the environment. Current events National and international importance. History of India General understanding of the subject in its social, economic, cultural and political aspects. Indian National Movement. Geography of India Indian Polity and Economy Country’s political system Rural development Planning and economic reforms in India. Telangana Movement and State Formation The idea of Telangana (1948-1970) Mobilization phase (1971-1990) Formation of Telangana State (1991-2014). |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Reasoning/Mental Ability | General Studies | English | Telugu/Urdu |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number system Simple interest Compound interest Ratio & proportion Average Percentage Profit & loss Time & work Work & wages Time & distance Clocks & calendars Partnership Menstruation Analogies Similarities and differences Spatial visualization Spatial orientation Problem solving analysis Judgment decision making Visual memory | General Science Contemporary developments in science and technology and their implications including matters of everyday observation and experience Contemporary issues relating to the protection of the environment. Current events National and international importance. History of India General understanding of the subject in its social, economic, cultural and political aspects. Indian National Movement. Geography of India Indian Polity and Economy Country’s political system Rural development Planning and economic reforms in India. Telangana Movement and State Formation The idea of Telangana (1948-1970) Mobilization phase (1971-1990) Formation of Telangana State (1991-2014). | Short essay Comprehension Précis Letter writing Paragraph writing Report writing Translation from English to Telugu | Candidates will have to opt for either Urdu or Telugu for this paper. Short essay Comprehension Letter writing Paragraph writing Report writing Translation from Telugu/Urdu to English |
| Objective | Objective | Descriptive | Descriptive |
📊 Syllabus Table
| Post | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| SCT PC (IT&CO) | Electrical Electronics & Radio Basics of Computers Telephone Systems |
| SCT PC (MECHANIC) | Introduction to Automobiles 4 and 2 Strokes Spark Ignition Engine Compression Ignition Engines and working principles Petrol and Diesel Engine Components Valve and operating Mechanism Cooling System Lubricating System Fuel System in Petrol Engine Ignition System Fuel Injunction System in diesel engines. Intake and Exhaust System Battery Automotive Electricity Alternator Dynamo Cut out Fuses Self Starter Wiring and Electrical Accessories Brakes Transmission Systems Wheel Alignment Steering Suspension Mechanic Tolls Work Shop Tools Servicing of Vehicles Check up of vehicles for Road Worthiness Fleet Maintenance of vehicles Safety Precautions |
| SCT PC (DRIVER) | Maintenance Responsibility, Drivers daily routine duty, Daily maintenance, Weekly Maintenance, Periodical Maintenance, Battery maintenance, its specific gravity, Tyres Maintenance and rotation, Fuel System, Ignition System, Lighting System, Brake System, Clutch & Transmission System, Fuel Accountability, Dash Board Instruments, Canopy and Seats Cleaning off Wind Screen and Wipers, Minor Repairs Viz. Fan Belt Replacements, Attending Wheel Punctures, Air Lock Removal, MV Act and Rules, Traffic Signals, First Aid Practice, Safety Precautions. |
| SCT SI (IT&CO) | Network Theory Electromagnetic Theory Electronic Measurements and Instrumentation Power Electronics Analog Electronic Circuits Digital Electronic Circuits Communication Systems and antennas Microwave Engineering Computer Engineering Data Base Management Networking & Security Management Microprocessors Television Engineering Radars and Landing systems Control systems Telephone Systems |
| SCT SI (PTO) | 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 Organization and Fleet Management, Motor Transport Organization Environmental Management. Automobile Electrical System, Computers and Information Technology, Leadership Qualities. |
| SCT ASI (FPB) | Computer Hardware Computer Software Application Software Networking & Security Management |
📊 Post Name & Classification Details
| Name of the Post | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Sub Inspector of Police (Civil) in Police Department | Preliminary Written Test Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Measurement Final Written Examination |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Reserve Sub Inspector of Police (AR) in Police Department | |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Reserve Sub Inspector of Police (SAR CPL) (Men) in Police Department | |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Reserve Sub Inspector of Police (TSSP) (Men) in Police Department | |
| Sub Inspector (Men) in Telangana State Special Protection Force Department | |
| Station Fire Officer in Telangana State Disaster Response & Fire Services Department | |
| Deputy Jailor (Men) in Prisons & Correctional Services Department | |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Sub Inspector of Police, Information Technology & Communications Organization in Police Department | Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Measurement Test Written Exam |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Sub Inspector, Police Transport Organization (Men) in Police Department | Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Measurement Test Written Exam |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Assistant Sub Inspector, Finger Print Bureau in Police Department | Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Measurement Test Written Exam |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee Police (SCT) Constable (Civil) in Police Department | Preliminary Written Test (PWT) Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Measurements Test Final Written Examination (FWE) |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee Police (SCT) Constable (AR) in Police Department | |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (SAR CPL) (Men) in Police Department | |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee(SCT) Police Constable (TSSP) (Men) in Police Department | |
| Constable in Telangana State Special Protection Force Department | |
| Firemen in Telangana State Disaster Response & Fire Services Department | |
| Warder (Male) in Prisons & Correctional Services Department | |
| Warder (Female) in Prisons & Correctional Services Department | |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (Information Technology & Communications Organization) in Police Department | Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Measurements Written Examination |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (Mechanics) (Men) in Police Transport Organisation | Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Measurements Trade Test Written Examination |
| Stipendiary Cadet Trainee (SCT) Police Constable (Drivers) (Men) in Police Transport Organisation | Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Measurements Driving Test Written Examination |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Marks | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 200 | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Arithmetic | |||
| General Science | |||
| History of India, Indian culture, Indian National Movement | |||
| Principles of Geography, Indian Geography, Polity and Economy | |||
| Current events of national and international importance | |||
| Test of Reasoning / Mental Ability | |||
| Contents pertaining to the State of Telangana |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Marks | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 100 | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Arithmetic | |||
| General Science | |||
| History of India, Indian culture, Indian National Movement | |||
| Principles of Geography, Indian Geography, Polity and Economy | |||
| Current events of national and international importance | |||
| Test of Reasoning / Mental Ability | |||
| Personality test | |||
| Contents pertaining to the State of Telangana |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Marks | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 200 | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Arithmetic | |||
| General Science | |||
| History of India, Indian culture, Indian National Movement | |||
| Principles of Geography, Indian Geography, Polity and Economy | |||
| Current events of national and international importance | |||
| Test of Reasoning / Mental Ability | |||
| Personality test | |||
| Contents pertaining to the State of Telangana |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical | 200 | 200 | 3 Hours |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subjects | Total No. of Questions | Total Marks | Exam Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arithmetic Ability & Reasoning | 100 | 100 | 3 Hours |
| General Studies | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Paper | Subject | Max. Marks for | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post Code Nos. 11, 17 and 18 | Post Code Nos. 12 to 14 and 16 | ||||
| Paper I | English | Part A-Objective type - MCQs | 25 Marks | 100 | 100 |
| Part B-Descriptive type | 75 Marks | ||||
| Paper II | Telugu/ Urdu | Part A-Objective type - MCQs | 25 Marks | 100 | 100 |
| Part B-Descriptive type | 75 Marks | ||||
| Paper III | Arithmetic and Test of Reasoning / Mental Ability (Objective in nature) (200 Questions) | 200 | 100 | ||
| Paper IV | General Studies (Objective in nature) (200 Questions) | 200 | 100 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Paper | Subject | Max. Marks | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | English | Part A-Objective type – MCQs | 25 Marks | 100 |
| Part B-Descriptive type | 75 Marks | |||
| Paper II | Arithmetic and Test of Reasoning / Mental Ability (Objective in nature) (200 Questions) | 100 | ||
| Paper III | Technical Paper (Objective in nature) (200 Questions) | 200 |
📊 Application Fee
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| OC (Open Category) | 197 | 190 |
| BC | 173 - 194 | 167-188 |
| SC | 166 | 184 |
| ST | 180 | 186 |
📊 Application Fee
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| OC (Open Category) | 126-140 | 115-134 |
| BC | 116-134 | 109-120 |
| SC | 107-123 | 98-115 |
| ST | 107-123 | 98-115 |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the age limit for the candidates to appear for the Telangana Police Recruitment 2026 examination?
The minimum age limit of the candidates for all the posts is set at 18 years whereas the upper age limit is as per the category of the candidates and is mentioned in the article above.
Q2.What are the nationality criteria of the candidates for the Telangana Police Recruitment 2026?
For the Telangana Police Recruitment 2026, the candidates need to be Indian citizens.
Q3.What is the selection process for Telangana Police Recruitment?
The selection of candidates for Telangana Police Recruitment is done through written examination, Preliminary Test (PT), followed by Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Final Written Examination (FWE).
Q4.Are there age relaxation facilities available for the Telangana Police Recruitment?
Yes, upper age relaxation is available for the reserved category candidates and is mentioned in the above article.
Q5.Where will be the admit card published?
The hall tickets/ admit cards shall be available on the official website of the TSLPRB.
Q6.What is the Telangana Police Recruitment application fee?
The application fee is INR 800 for local Telangana candidates (OC/BC) as well as candidates from other states too while local Telangana candidates (SC/ST) will have to pay INR 400 as application fees whereas the applicants applying for Sub-inspector posts in general category will have to pay INR 1,000 while SC/ST category will be paying INR 500.
Q7.When will the Telangana Police Recruitment exam take place?
The dates for the exam will be released by TSLPRB along with the official notification.
Q8.Can candidates from other states also give the Telangana Police recruitment exam?
Candidates from states other than Telangana can also appear for the exam but will not be able to avail of reservation benefits and will be considered in the Open Competition category (OC).
Q9.Is the official notification for Telangana Police Recruitment 2026 released?
The Telangana Police Recruitment 2026 notification will be released soon for 7,437 (Approved) vacancies.
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