For 10th pass, 12th pass, and graduate candidates across Telangana’s 33 districts — from Hyderabad, Warangal, Karimnagar, Nizamabad, Khammam, Nalgonda, Adilabad, Mahbubnagar, Rangareddy and every district in the state — the Telangana Police Recruitment 2026 for Police Constable and Sub-Inspector (SI) posts is the most physically demanding, most socially respected, and most financially rewarding state government employment opportunity in Telangana this year.
With TS Police Constable gross salary of ₹33,000–₹46,000, Sub-Inspector (SI) at ₹55,000–₹72,000, Telangana Government pension, police housing, risk allowance, and the honour of protecting Telangana’s 3.5 crore citizens as a uniformed state officer — TS Police 2026 is the career event every physically fit Telangana candidate must act on immediately.
The TSLPRB (Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board) is the recruiting authority — and with its official notification expected in 2026, applications open at tslprb.in. This is the definitive guide.
Telangana Police 2026: Recruitment Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | TSLPRB (Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board) |
| Official Portal | tslprb.in |
| Posts Available | Constable (Civil/AR/SAR CPL) + Sub-Inspector (Civil/AR) + Specialist posts |
| Total Expected Vacancies | 6,000–10,000 (Constable) + 1,000–2,500 (SI) |
| Application Mode | Online at tslprb.in |
| Selection | Preliminary Written Test → PET/PMT → Final Written Test → Medical |
| Notification | 2026 — monitor tslprb.in daily |
Post 1: TS Police Constable 2026
Types of Constable Posts
| Post | Type | Nature of Work |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Police Constable (CPL) | Frontline law enforcement | Station duties, patrol, investigation support |
| AR (Armed Reserve) Constable | Paramilitary operations | Riot control, VIP security, anti-Naxal deployment |
| SAR CPL (Special Armed Reserve) | Specialist armed | Armed escort, treasury guard |
| TSSP (TS Special Police) | Specialised force | Rapid deployment, crowd control |
| Constable Communications | Technical | Wireless operations |
| Constable Fingerprint | Forensic support | Fingerprint identification |
| Constable Bands | Official functions | Police band duties |
Constable Eligibility
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | 10th Standard (SSC) Pass |
| Age (OC/General) | 18 – 28 years |
| Age (BC) | 18 – 31 years |
| Age (SC/ST) | 18 – 33 years |
| Age (Ex-Servicemen) | Relaxation as per TS rules |
| Gender | Male and Female both eligible |
Constable Salary 2026
| Component | Monthly Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹17,480 – ₹21,700 |
| Dearness Allowance (~50%) | ₹8,740 – ₹10,850 |
| HRA | ₹1,398 – ₹5,859 |
| City Compensatory Allowance | ₹500 – ₹2,170 |
| Risk Allowance | ₹500 – ₹1,000 |
| Other Allowances | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 |
| Total Gross | ₹33,000 – ₹46,000 |
Post 2: Sub-Inspector (SI) 2026
Types of SI Posts
| Post | Qualification | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Civil SI | Graduation | Station investigation and command |
| AR SI (Armed Reserve) | Graduation | Armed operations command |
| SAR CPL SI | Graduation | Special armed deployment |
| SI Communications | Graduation + technical | Wireless operations command |
| SI Fingerprint | Graduation + science | Forensic command |
SI Eligibility
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | Graduation (any recognised degree) |
| Age (OC) | 18 – 28 years |
| Age (BC) | 18 – 31 years |
| Age (SC/ST) | 18 – 33 years |
| Gender | Male and Female both eligible |
SI Salary 2026
| Component | Monthly Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹37,100 – ₹50,000 |
| DA (~50%) | ₹18,550 – ₹25,000 |
| HRA | ₹2,968 – ₹13,500 |
| Risk Allowance | ₹1,000 – ₹2,000 |
| Other Allowances | ₹2,000 – ₹4,000 |
| Total Gross | ₹55,000 – ₹72,000 |
TS Police Physical Standards (PMT)
PMT — Physical Measurement Test
Male Candidates:
| Measurement | Standard |
|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 167.6 cm (5 feet 6 inches) |
| Chest (Unexpanded) | Minimum 86 cm |
| Chest (Expanded) | Minimum 91 cm (5 cm expansion mandatory) |
Female Candidates:
| Measurement | Standard |
|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 152.5 cm (5 feet) |
| Weight | Minimum 45 kg |
Relaxations: SC/ST candidates receive 5 cm height relaxation.
TS Police Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
PET Events — Male Candidates
| Event | Standard |
|---|---|
| 100 Metres Sprint | Within 15 seconds |
| 800 Metres Run | Within 3 minutes |
| Long Jump | Minimum 3.8 metres |
| High Jump | Minimum 1.2 metres |
| Shot Put (8 kg) | Minimum 5.6 metres |
PET Events — Female Candidates
| Event | Standard |
|---|---|
| 100 Metres Sprint | Within 18 seconds |
| 800 Metres Run | Within 4 minutes 30 seconds |
| Long Jump | Minimum 2.5 metres |
| High Jump | Minimum 0.9 metres |
PET is qualifying only — marks not added to final merit.
Selection Process: Full 4-Stage Process
Stage 1: Preliminary Written Test (Qualifying)
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Studies (TS & National) | 50 |
| Arithmetic & Reasoning | 30 |
| Telugu Language | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes | Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
Stage 2: PMT/PET (Physical Standards + Events)
Candidates shortlisted from Preliminary Written Test → Physical Measurement Test → Physical Efficiency Test. Both are qualifying only.
Stage 3: Final Written Test (Merit Determining)
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Studies (TS & National — Advanced) | 50 |
| Current Affairs (TS Focus) | 20 |
| Arithmetic & Reasoning | 30 |
| Telugu Language | 25 |
| English Language | 25 |
| Total | 150 |
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | Negative Marking: 0.25 | This test determines final merit rank.
Stage 4: Medical Examination
Final verification of physical fitness standards — vision, hearing, colour vision, cardiovascular health.
Complete Syllabus: TS Police Written Tests 2026
General Studies — Telangana Focus (Highest Priority)
Telangana State (20–25 marks): Telangana formation — movement history, key leaders (Kaloji Narayana Rao, Bandaru Dattatreya, K. Chandrashekar Rao), formation date (2 June 2014 — Telangana Formation Day), AP Reorganisation Act 2014; Telangana’s 33 districts (post-2016 bifurcation) with headquarters; Telangana’s major rivers — Godavari (longest river in TS), Krishna, Musi, Pranahita, Manair; Major irrigation projects (Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation — world’s largest multi-stage LIS; Srisailam; Nagarjunasagar; Lower Manair Dam); Telangana’s geography — deccan plateau, tribal areas (north TS), Ramoji Film City; TS Government schemes — Rythu Bandhu, Rythu Bima, KCR Kits, Asara Pension, Telangana Kalyana Lakshmi, Arogya Lakshmi, Shaadi Mubarak
Telangana Police Specific: TSLPRB — functions and structure; TS Police hierarchy (DGP → Additional DG → IG → DIG → SP → ASP → DSP → CI → SI → ASI → HC → Constable); Commissionerate system (Hyderabad, Rachakonda, Cyberabad — three police commissionerates in Hyderabad Metro); She-Teams and SHE (Safe Hyderabad for Everyone) programme; Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police; Operation Chabutra (anti-gambling); Greyhounds (elite anti-Naxal force of TS Police)
Indian Constitution and Polity: Fundamental Rights (Part III — Articles 12–35), DPSP, Parliament structure, key amendments relevant to police functioning, IPC and CrPC awareness (relevant sections — FIR: Section 154 CrPC, Cognizable offences, Non-cognizable offences, Bailable vs non-bailable)
Indian History: 1857 Revolt, Indian National Congress formation (1885), Non-Cooperation (1920), Civil Disobedience (1930), Quit India (1942), Hyderabad’s accession to India (September 1948 — Operation Polo)
Arithmetic and Reasoning
Arithmetic: Percentage, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Ratio and Proportion, Time and Work, Speed-Distance-Time, Data Interpretation (tables, bar graphs)
Reasoning: Number and Alphabetical Series, Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Directions, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, Statement-Conclusion, Seating Arrangements
Telugu Language (25 marks — Final Written)
Telugu grammar — Sandhi, Samasalu, Vibhakti Pratyayalu, Kaarakas; Reading comprehension in Telugu; Official Telugu correspondence format; Classical Telugu literature — Kavithraya (Nannaya, Tikkana, Errana); Modern Telugu literature — Gurajada Apparao (Kanyasulkam), Viswanatha Satyanarayana (Ramayana Kalpavriksham); Telugu proverbs and idioms; Error detection
English Language (25 marks — Final Written)
Reading Comprehension (1 passage), Grammar (tenses, active/passive voice, direct/indirect speech), Vocabulary (synonyms, antonyms), Error detection, Fill in the Blanks, Sentence rearrangement
Current Affairs — TS Focus (20 marks — Final Written)
TS Budget allocations — police department, Kaleshwaram Phase 2 status, TS Government scheme launches, major TS events, new district formations, TS CM announcements, recent TSLPRB announcements, national events with TS relevance
Telangana Police Benefits Package
Police Quarters: TS Police maintains police lines housing across all 33 district headquarters and major town stations — nominal licence fee vs Hyderabad/Warangal market rates. In Hyderabad, police quarters at ₹500–₹2,000/month versus market rent of ₹12,000–₹35,000.
TS Government Pension: Telangana state government employees are covered under the New Pension System (NPS) — 14% employer contribution monthly. Over 30 years: ₹60–₹80 lakh retirement corpus.
Uniform and Equipment: Complete uniform — provided and replaced periodically by the department. Duty weapon (armed units) — provided and maintained by department.
Risk Allowance: ₹500–₹2,000/month for operational duties.
TS Police Welfare Fund: Educational scholarships, medical aid, marriage assistance, disaster relief for police families.
Compassionate Appointment: Family consideration in case of death in service.
District-Wise Vacancy Patterns: TS Police 2026
Highest Vacancy Districts
| District/Commissionerate | Expected Constable Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Hyderabad Commissionerate | 800 – 1,500 |
| Rachakonda Commissionerate | 600 – 1,200 |
| Cyberabad Commissionerate | 600 – 1,200 |
| Rangareddy | 400 – 700 |
| Warangal | 300 – 500 |
| Karimnagar | 250 – 450 |
| Nizamabad | 200 – 400 |
| Khammam | 200 – 400 |
| Nalgonda | 200 – 400 |
| Adilabad | 150 – 300 |
Three commissionerates cover the Hyderabad Metropolitan Region — together generating the highest absolute constable vacancy count in any TS district grouping.
How to Apply: tslprb.in Step-by-Step
Step 1: Visit tslprb.in when notification is released. Bookmark now and check daily.
Step 2 — Registration: “Apply Online” → “New Registration” → enter Aadhaar number → OTP on Aadhaar-linked mobile → set password → save Application ID immediately.
Step 3 — Fill Form: Name (as per SSC certificate), DOB, gender, category (OC/BC/SC/ST), educational qualification (SSC board, year, percentage), post preference (Civil CPL/AR/SAR/TSSP), district preference, sports quota details if applicable.
Step 4 — Upload Documents:
- Passport-size photo (JPG, 20–50 KB, white background)
- Signature (JPG, 10–20 KB)
- SSC (10th) Certificate + Marksheet
- Graduation Certificate (for SI posts)
- Caste Certificate — BC/SC/ST (from MRO/Tahsildar)
- TS Domicile Certificate
- Sports certificates (if claiming sports quota — State Level+)
- Ex-serviceman Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
Step 5 — Pay Fee: OC/BC: ₹250–₹500 | SC/ST: ₹0–₹150 | via Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, MeeSeva.
Step 6: Submit → print Application Confirmation Slip → save Application Number.
Step 7: Download PMT/PET Call Letter from tslprb.in when published.
90-Day Preparation Plan: TS Police 2026
Physical Training (Every Day from Day 1 — Without Exception): 800m run: start at comfortable pace, build to 2:55 (male) by Day 75 as safety margin. 100m sprint: timed attempts every 3 days — target 14.5 seconds. Long jump approach run: 3x weekly. Chest expansion exercises: daily push-ups + chest opening stretches — must achieve 5 cm expansion consistently by measurement day.
Days 1–25 — Telangana GK and Police Hierarchy (40+ marks across both tests): TS formation history, 33 districts, Kaleshwaram facts, TS Police commissionerate system, She-Teams, Greyhounds, Operation Chabutra, DGP name, KCR Government schemes — all Navaratnalu details. This section is the biggest merit differentiator in TS Police exams.
Days 26–45 — Telugu Language (20 marks Prelim + 25 marks Final = 45 combined marks): Telugu grammar (Sandhi, Samasalu) daily. Kavithraya poets with works. Gurajada Apparao’s Kanyasulkam — themes and characters. One Telugu comprehension practice daily.
Days 46–62 — Arithmetic and Reasoning: Percentage + Time-Work + DI = 70% of Arithmetic marks. Series + Coding-Decoding + Blood Relations = 60%+ of Reasoning marks.
Days 63–75 — Current Affairs + English: TS current affairs (read Sakshi, Eenadu daily). English: grammar tenses + vocabulary (synonyms/antonyms).
Days 76–85 — Full Mock Tests: 15 full TS Police Constable mock tests from Sakshi Education and Manabadi. Target 115+/150 in Final Written for competitive Hyderabad district merit.
Days 86–90 — PMT/PET Simulation: Self-measure height + chest expansion. 800m and 100m timed test run. Long jump measurement practice.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the Hyderabad Commissionerate system — and why do candidates prefer Hyderabad posting? The Greater Hyderabad Metropolitan Region is policed by three separate commissionerates: (1) Hyderabad City Police Commissionerate — covers the original Hyderabad city; (2) Rachakonda Police Commissionerate — covers LB Nagar, Hayathnagar, Ibrahimpatnam, Uppal areas; (3) Cyberabad Police Commissionerate — covers Gachibowli, Madhapur, Miyapur, Shamshabad (Airport area), Cyberabad tech corridor. Constables and SIs posted in Hyderabad commissionerates earn the X-category city HRA (27% of basic) — adding ₹4,720–₹13,500/month versus Z-category district postings. Additionally, Hyderabad posting means proximity to advanced policing infrastructure, career development opportunities, and urban quality of life — making these commissionerates consistently the most preferred and most competitive posting areas in TS Police recruitment.
Q2. What is TS Greyhounds — and can Civil Police Constables eventually join this elite force? Telangana Greyhounds is one of India’s most elite and most decorated state police counter-insurgency forces — specifically trained for anti-Naxal operations in Telangana’s forested districts (Bhadradri Kothagudem, Mulugu, Kumuram Bheem). Greyhounds Constables receive additional operational allowances, advanced jungle warfare training, and carry significant professional prestige. Induction into Greyhounds typically happens from among AR (Armed Reserve) and SAR CPL Constables who volunteer and pass Greyhounds’ rigorous physical and aptitude screening — it is not directly accessible from Civil CPL recruitment. Civil Constables who later transfer to AR category (through departmental processes after initial service) may become eligible. Candidates with strong physical fitness specifically interested in counter-insurgency should target AR Constable as their preferred post choice.
Q3. Is there a sports quota in TS Police recruitment — and which sports give the best selection chances? Yes — TSLPRB’s sports quota recruits Group C (Constable level) and Group B (SI level) athletes through a separate quota in addition to merit-based recruitment. Eligible sports include: Athletics (Track & Field), Cricket, Football, Kabaddi, Basketball, Volleyball, Hockey, Wrestling, Weightlifting, Boxing, Badminton, Table Tennis, Shooting. Required: minimum National/State Championship representation (recognised by the respective national federation) with A or B grade. Sports quota notification is released separately from the main TSLPRB notification — monitor tslprb.in specifically. Candidates with sports achievements should apply both through main recruitment AND sports quota to maximise selection probability.
Q4. What is the difference between TS Police Constable written test and SI written test? Constable written tests (Preliminary + Final) are at SSC/10th standard level — testing general awareness, basic arithmetic, reasoning, and Telugu. The Final Written carries 150 marks and determines merit rank among PET-cleared candidates. SI written test is at a graduation level — with more advanced questions on Constitution, IPC/CrPC provisions, administrative law, and current affairs. Additionally, SI candidates may face a psychometric test or personality assessment as part of the TSLPRB selection — separate from the written test. The SI selection process typically includes an interview/viva voce component (25–50 marks) covering policing scenarios, public administration, and leadership situations. Candidates who clear both Constable and SI written standards but pass PET for both categories are generally better served targeting SI — the salary advantage (₹55,000–₹72,000 vs ₹33,000–₹46,000) justifies the additional preparation investment.
Q5. What is Operation Chabutra — and why does it appear in TS Police GK sections? Operation Chabutra is Telangana Police’s organised campaign against illegal gambling (Matka gambling) — specifically targeting the widespread underground gambling network operating from tea stalls (Chabutra = roadside platform/tea shop) in Hyderabad and other TS cities. Launched prominently under the Cyberabad Commissionerate, it has become one of Telangana Police’s most-cited anti-crime campaigns and appears regularly in TS Police exam GK sections as an example of successful community policing. For exam purposes: Operation Chabutra = Telangana Police anti-Matka/gambling campaign, primarily Cyberabad Commissionerate, involves simultaneous raids across multiple locations. Similarly, She-Teams (deployed for women’s safety in public spaces — market areas, bus stands, cinemas) and Hawk Eye (Rachakonda Police’s mobile patrolling app-based system) are TS Police-specific programmes that regularly appear in exam questions.
Q6. What are the vision standards for TS Police recruitment — and is laser eye surgery acceptable? TS Police medical examination requires: Distant Vision: 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other without glasses (unaided vision); Near Vision: Sn 0.6 each eye; Colour Vision: Normal — colour blindness is disqualifying for all TS Police posts (including Constable Civil, unlike many other organisations where it is disqualifying only for operational posts); No squint, night blindness, or diplopia. Laser eye surgery (LASIK/LASEK): TS Police medical rules generally do not disqualify candidates who have undergone laser correction — provided the post-surgery unaided vision meets the 6/6 and 6/9 standard and the candidate has had the procedure at least 6 months before the medical examination with a stable refractive outcome. Candidates considering laser surgery should complete it at least 6–8 months before the anticipated medical date to ensure stability and healing.
Final Word
Telangana Police Jobs 2026 — with 6,000–10,000 Constable vacancies and 1,000–2,500 SI vacancies, ₹33,000–₹46,000 Constable gross salary, ₹55,000–₹72,000 SI gross salary, Hyderabad X-category HRA advantage, police quarters, risk allowance, and the honour of protecting Telangana — is the most physically and professionally demanding state government career in TS.
The written test rewards Telugu knowledge and Telangana GK. The PET rewards consistent daily physical training. The medical rewards honest pre-application health awareness. All three are entirely within your control.
Monitor tslprb.in daily. Begin 800m running training today. Study TS Police commissionerate structure this week. Apply on Day 1 of the 2026 notification.