Exciting news for job seekers in Madhya Pradesh! The Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal, has released a comprehensive notification for the MP Police SI Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill a substantial 504 vacancies for Subedar and Sub Inspector posts across various categories within the Police Department. Both non-technical and technical roles are open, offering a fantastic opportunity to join the state’s esteemed police force. If you meet the educational qualifications and age criteria, mark your calendars! Online applications begin on 9th September 2026, and the last date to apply is 23rd September 2026. Don’t miss this chance to serve and build a rewarding career with the MP Police!
For the MP Police SI Recruitment 2026, applicants must pay a fee based on their category. Unreserved candidates will pay ₹500/- as the ESB Exam Fee and ₹200/- as the Departmental Exam Fee. Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD categories (who are domicile of Madhya Pradesh) have a reduced fee of ₹250/- for the ESB Exam and ₹100/- for the Departmental Exam. Additionally, a Portal Fee of ₹60/- applies for Non-MP Online Kiosk users, and ₹20/- for Registered Citizen users. If corrections are needed in the application, a Correction Fee of ₹20/- per correction plus a ₹40/- portal fee per correction will be charged. Ensure to check the official notification for complete details.
Aspiring candidates for the MP Police SI Recruitment 2026 must adhere to specific age criteria, calculated as of the application closing date (23rd September 2026). For both Subedar and all Sub Inspector posts, the age limit is a minimum of 21 years and a maximum of 33 years. However, significant age relaxations are available for Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates as per Government of MP rules. This includes up to 38 years for female candidates across all categories, and up to 38 years for male candidates from reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC), EWS, and government employees. Ex-servicemen also receive age relaxation equivalent to their service period, plus three years, beyond the maximum age limit.
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age (Unreserved Male): 33 Years
Maximum Age (Female – All Categories): 38 Years
Maximum Age (Male – Reserved SC/ST/OBC/EWS): 38 Years
Maximum Age (Male – Govt./Corporation/Board/Autonomous Body Employees): 38 Years
Ex-Servicemen: Age relaxation equal to service period (maximum 3 years beyond age limit).
Note: Only Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates are eligible for reservation benefits and age relaxation. Candidates from other states can apply only under the Unreserved category.
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for the MP Police SI Recruitment 2026, candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualifications as of 23rd September 2026. For all Non-Technical posts, including Subedar, Sub Inspector (SAF), and Sub Inspector (DEF), a Graduate Degree from a recognized university or its equivalent is mandatory. For Technical posts, the requirements are more specific: Sub Inspector (Arms) applicants need a 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Technical University. Candidates for Sub Inspector (Photo/Q.D./Finger Print) roles must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry from a recognized University or equivalent. Ensure you meet these criteria before applying.
Subedar (Non-Technical): Graduate Degree from a recognized University or equivalent.
Sub Inspector (SAF & DEF – Non-Technical): Graduate Degree from a recognized University or equivalent.
Sub Inspector (Arms – Technical): 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Technical University.
Sub Inspector (Photo/Q.D./Finger Print – Technical): Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry from a recognized University or equivalent.
The selection process for the MP Police SI Recruitment 2026 is comprehensive, designed to evaluate candidates across multiple stages to ensure the recruitment of the most capable individuals. It includes:
Preliminary Examination: An objective-type written test of 100 marks and 2 hours duration. Candidates will be shortlisted in a 1:10 ratio for the Main Examination.
Main Examination: This stage comprises two question papers, each for 300 marks and 2 hours duration. A negative marking of 1/3 mark applies for each incorrect answer.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates qualifying the written exams proceed to a 100-mark PET, which includes an 800-meter race (40 marks), long jump (30 marks), and shot put (30 marks). A minimum of 30 marks is required for non-technical posts and 20 marks for technical posts to qualify.
Interview: Only candidates who qualify in all previous stages will be called for a 50-mark interview.
Final selection will be based on the cumulative marks from the Main Written Examination (600 marks), Physical Efficiency Test (100 marks), and Interview (50 marks), totaling 750 marks.
MP Police SI Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
To apply for the MP Police SI Recruitment 2026, eligible candidates must submit their application online through the official MPESB website (www.esb.mp.gov.in) between 9th September 2026 and 23rd September 2026. Follow these steps carefully to ensure a successful application:
Review Notification: Begin by thoroughly reading the official MP Police SI Notification 2026 PDF to understand all eligibility criteria, vacancy details, and application instructions.
Visit Official Website: Go to the official MPESB website: www.esb.mp.gov.in.
Register/Re-register: If you are a new user, complete the online registration. Existing users can re-register. Note that mere registration is not an application submission.
Fill Online Application Form: Access the online application link for MP Police SI Recruitment 2026. Fill in all personal, academic, and professional details accurately.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your color photograph, signature, handwritten declaration, and all other required documents such as mark sheets, degree/diploma certificates, caste certificates, PwD certificates, etc., as specified in the notification.
Pay Application Fee: Proceed to pay the application fee online based on your category.
Submit & Print: After verifying all details and making payment, submit your application. Download and print the final submitted application form for your records.
Remember, the application correction window is available from 9th September 2026 to 28th September 2026.
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