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Andhra Pradesh Fire Services Opens Recruitment Drive for 305 Posts

The Andhra Pradesh fire department is recruiting 305 personnel, comprising 147 driver operators and 158 firemen, with applications invited through an online portal. Candidates must meet strict fitness and educational requirements to qualify for the positions.

LSN India · 18 September 2026

Andhra Pradesh Fire Services Opens Recruitment Drive for 305 Posts

The Andhra Pradesh fire services has announced a significant recruitment drive to fill 305 vacant positions across two categories. The department is seeking 147 driver operators and 158 firemen to strengthen its firefighting capacity across the state.

Prospective firemen candidates must be between 18 and 32 years of age and possess at least an Intermediate qualification. A critical component of the selection process is a fitness test requiring candidates to complete a 1,600-metre run in eight minutes or less, reflecting the demanding physical nature of firefighting duties.

The recruitment process is being conducted through the Andhra Pradesh Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB). Interested candidates are required to submit their applications exclusively through the official online portal at slprb.ap.gov.in. The portal serves as the sole channel for application submission, eliminating offline application methods.

Prospective applicants are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and ensure they meet all qualification requirements before applying. The online recruitment platform will facilitate transparent processing of applications and merit-based selection of candidates.