Question 1

What is the minimum educational qualification for an SC candidate in the AP Police Constable exam?

Accepted Answer

For candidates belonging to the SC and ST categories, the minimum educational qualification is a pass in Matriculation (10th Class) or its equivalent. However, it is mandatory that the candidate must have appeared for the Intermediate (12th Class) examination, even if they did not pass it. This relaxation is specifically designed to encourage more participation from these communities in the state police force. In contrast, General and OBC candidates must have successfully passed the Intermediate examination to be eligible for the post.

Question 2

How is the 1600 meters run evaluated in the AP Police Constable recruitment?

Accepted Answer

The 1600 meters run, also known as the 1-mile run, is a compulsory qualifying event for all candidates. For General men, the qualifying time is 8 minutes, while for women, it is 10 minutes and 30 seconds. Unlike the other two events (100m run and Long Jump) where you only need to qualify in one of them, the 1600m run is non-negotiable. It is qualifying in nature for the Prelims stage but carries significant weight in the final selection for certain posts like APSP, making it a critical part of physical training.

Question 3

Are the marks obtained in the Preliminary Written Test added to the final merit list?

Accepted Answer

No, the marks obtained in the Preliminary Written Test are purely for screening purposes and are not added to the final merit list. The Prelims act as a filter to ensure that only candidates with a basic level of knowledge proceed to the physical tests. To qualify, candidates must meet the category-specific cutoff (40% for OC, 35% for BC, 30% for SC/ST). The final merit is determined solely based on the marks secured in the Final Written Examination (Mains) and, in some cases, the Physical Efficiency Test marks.

Question 4

What are the medical eye-sight standards required for the AP Police Constable post?

Accepted Answer

The medical standards for eye-sight are very strict for the AP Police Constable role to ensure operational efficiency. Candidates must have a Distant Vision of 6/6 in both the right and left eyes. For Near Vision, the standard required is 0/5 (Snellen) for both eyes. Each eye must have a full field of vision. Candidates suffering from color blindness, squint, or any morbid condition of the eye or lids of either eye are generally deemed ineligible. These standards are verified by a medical board during the final selection stage.

Question 5

Can candidates from other states apply for the AP Police Constable recruitment?

Accepted Answer

While the recruitment is primarily for the residents of Andhra Pradesh, candidates from other states can apply under the non-local category, provided they meet the eligibility criteria. However, a significant percentage of vacancies are reserved for local candidates of Andhra Pradesh. Non-local candidates are usually considered under the General/Open Competition (OC) category and must secure high marks to compete for the limited 20% unreserved quota. It is essential for such candidates to check the specific local/non-local definitions mentioned in the official APSLPRB notification.

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