AP Police Jail Warder Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026
AP Police Jail Warder Recruitment 2026
The Andhra Pradesh State Level Police Recruitment Board (APSLPRB) has prescribed the syllabus and exam pattern for the post of Jail Warder. Candidates are advised to align their preparation with the following structured selection process.
📋 Selection Process
Candidates must successfully clear each of the following stages:
- Stage 1: Preliminary Written Test (Objective MCQ)
- Stage 2: Physical Measurement Test (PMT) (Height, Chest, and Weight check)
- Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) (Running and Long Jump)
- Stage 4: Final Written Examination (Objective MCQ)
✍️ Preliminary Written Test Pattern
- Exam Mode: Offline
- Question Type: Objective (MCQ)
- Total Questions: 200
- Total Marks: 200
- Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes)
- Standard: Intermediate (10+2)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies (History, Geography, Polity, Economy) | 50 | 50 |
| Arithmetic & Test of Reasoning / Mental Ability | 50 | 50 |
| General Science & Current Events | 50 | 50 |
| English Language Skills | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
📚 Detailed Syllabus
1. Arithmetic & Reasoning Ability
- Number Systems, Simplification, Percentage, Profit & Loss, SI & CI.
- Ratio & Proportion, Average, Time & Work, Time & Distance.
- Data Interpretation, Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, and Direction Sense.
2. General Science
- Physics: Motion, Work, Energy, Light, and Sound.
- Chemistry: Chemical reactions, Elements, and Household chemistry.
- Biology: Human anatomy, Plant physiology, Health, and Nutrition.
3. History & Culture
- Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Indian History.
- Indian Freedom Struggle.
- Special Focus: Socio-cultural heritage and reorganization of Andhra Pradesh.
4. Indian Polity & Economy
- Indian Constitution, Fundamental Rights, and Duties.
- Union/State Executive, Judiciary, and Legislature.
- Panchayati Raj and AP Government economic schemes.
5. Geography & Environmental Issues
- Physical, Social, and Economic geography of India and Andhra Pradesh.
- Climate, Rivers, Soil, and Natural Resources.
- Ecology and Disaster Management.
6. Current Events
- National and International events, Awards, Sports, and Science & Technology updates.
7. English Language
- Grammar (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions), Vocabulary, Synonyms/Antonyms, and Reading Comprehension.
🚀 Preparation Tips
- Subject Balance: Divide study time equally across the four main subjects.
- AP Focus: Pay extra attention to Andhra Pradesh-specific history and current affairs.
- Dual Training: Begin PET/PMT physical training alongside written studies to avoid last-minute stress.
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