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MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – Check All Details

By Joydeep Choudhury September 10, 2026
MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

MPESB has officially released the notification for MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026, offering 7,500 vacancies across the state. Applications open on 22 September 2026. Here’s a quick overview.

The 7,500 posts are split into two distinct cadres, the Special Armed Force (SAF) cadre (700 posts, male candidates only) and the Non-SAF/District Force cadre (6,800 posts, open to both male and female candidates). This is a large-scale recruitment drive, and educational qualification requirements are relatively relaxed for ST candidates, who can apply with just a Class 8th pass certificate compared to Class 10th/12th for other categories.

The application window is fairly short just about two weeks (22 September to 6 October 2026) so candidates should keep documents like educational certificates, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and Aadhaar ready in advance, since Aadhaar-based authentication is typically mandatory for MPESB application forms. The written exam is scheduled to begin from 19 November 2026, giving candidates roughly six weeks of prep time after the application closes.

Since the apply link goes live only on 22 September 2026, it’s worth bookmarking the official MPESB portal and checking back closer to that date for the direct application link and detailed exam pattern/syllabus.

Important Dates of MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

EventDateNotes
Notification released (official)30 July 2026 (formally published 9 September 2026)Advt./Notification No. पुमु/2/चयन/स-3/583/2026
Online application starts22 September 2026Applications open on esb.mp.gov.in / MP Online portal
Last date to submit application6 October 2026Final deadline for form submission
Last date for fee payment6 October 2026Fee must be paid same day as application closes
Correction window (edit window)22 September – 11 October 2026Allows candidates to fix errors in submitted forms; extra correction fee applies
Admit card releaseNot yet announcedTypically released 7–10 days before the exam; expected early-mid November 2026
Written examination19 November 2026 (tentative)Objective, MCQ-based, 2 hours, conducted in Hindi; 100 marks, no negative marking
Written exam result / PET call lettersNot yet announcedReleased after evaluation of written exam
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)Not yet announcedIncludes 800m run, long jump, shot put — 100 marks, 30% qualifying
Document verificationNot yet announcedConducted after PET for shortlisted candidates
Medical examinationNot yet announcedFinal eligibility stage before merit list
Final merit list / resultNot yet announcedBased on combined Written Exam + PET marks

Application Fee of MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

CategoryBase Application FeePortal/Service ChargeTotal Payable (approx.)
General/Unreserved (UR)₹500₹20 (self-submitted) or ₹60 (kiosk-assisted)₹520 – ₹560
Other State candidates₹500₹20 – ₹60₹520 – ₹560
EWS (Economically Weaker Section)₹250₹20 – ₹60₹270 – ₹310
OBC (MP domicile)₹250₹20 – ₹60₹270 – ₹310
SC (MP domicile)₹250₹20 – ₹60₹270 – ₹310
ST (MP domicile)₹250₹20 – ₹60₹270 – ₹310
PwD/Divyang candidates₹250₹20 – ₹60₹270 – ₹310
Correction/edit fee (post-submission)₹20₹20 per correction request

Age Limit of MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

CategoryMinimum AgeMaximum Age
All categories (base minimum)18 years
Male – Unreserved/EWS/Other-State candidates18 years33 years
Male – OBC/SC/ST of MP domicile18 years38 years
Female – All categories of MP domicile18 years38 years
Male – Inter-caste marriage candidates18 years38 years
Female – Inter-caste marriage candidates18 years43 years
Male – Vedic Scholar (Vikram) Awardee, Unreserved18 years38 years
Female – Vedic Scholar (Vikram) Awardee, all categories18 years43 years
Male – Vedic Scholar (Vikram) Awardee, Reserved category18 years43 years
Candidates from other states (non-MP domicile)18 years33 years, Unreserved category only

Age Relaxation Rules of MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Relaxation CategoryAdditional Years Granted
SC/ST/OBC of MP domicile+5 years
Women (MP domicile)+5 years (additional, on top of category relaxation)
Government/Corporation/Board employees (MP)+5 years
Ex-servicemenMilitary service period deducted from actual age, plus +3 years
Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD)+10 years
Inter-caste marriage candidates+5 years
Vedic Scholar (Vikram) Awardee+5 years

Vacancy Details of MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

CadreCategoryVacanciesEligible GenderNotes
Special Armed Force (SAF)Open525Male onlyStandard open-merit quota
Special Armed Force (SAF)Ex-Servicemen70Male only10% horizontal reservation within SAF
Special Armed Force (SAF)Home Guard105Male only15% horizontal reservation within SAF
SAF Subtotal700Male onlyCombat/field posting cadre amarujala+1
Non-SAF (General Duty)Open2,720Male & FemaleStandard open-merit quota
Non-SAF (General Duty)Ex-Servicemen680Male & Female10% horizontal reservation within Non-SAF
Non-SAF (General Duty)Home Guard1,020Male & Female15% horizontal reservation within Non-SAF
Non-SAF (General Duty)Female2,380Female only35% horizontal reservation within Non-SAF
Non-SAF Subtotal6,800Male & FemaleDistrict force / general policing cadre amarujala+1
Grand Total7,500Male & FemaleCombined SAF + Non-SAF

Category-Wise Vacancy Details of MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

CategoryReservation %SAF Cadre (700 posts)Non-SAF Cadre (6,800 posts)Total Posts (7,500)
Unreserved (UR)27%1891,8362,025
Other Backward Class (OBC)27%1891,8362,025
Scheduled Tribe (ST)20%1401,3601,500
Scheduled Caste (SC)16%1121,0881,200
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)10%70680750
Total100%7006,8007,500

Reservations (Applied Within Each Category)

Horizontal CategoryReservation %Applies ToPosts (of 7,500)
Female35%Non-SAF cadre only2,380
Home Guard15%Both SAF & Non-SAF1,125
Ex-Servicemen10%Both SAF & Non-SAF750
Persons with Disability (PwD)As per MP govt. normsBoth cadres (where applicable)Not separately specified in current sources

Eligibility Criteria of MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

1. Nationality & Domicile Criteria of MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

CriterionRequirement
NationalityMust be an Indian citizen
Domicile preferenceMP-domiciled candidates get caste reservation & extended age relaxation; non-MP candidates can apply only under Unreserved/Open quota
Marital statusGenerally no restriction, though candidates with more than one living spouse are typically disqualified as per standard MP govt. service rules

2. Educational Qualification of MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

CategoryMinimum Qualification
General/OBC/SC/EWS candidatesPassed Class 10th (Matriculation) or equivalent from a recognized board
ST candidatesPassed Class 8th or equivalent from a recognized board
Radio Constable (separate post, if applicable)Class 12th pass with Physics and Mathematics

3. Physical Standards (Height & Chest) of MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

ParameterMale (Gen/OBC/SC)Male (ST)Female (All Categories)
Minimum height168 cm160 cm155 cm
Chest (unexpanded)81 cm76 cmNot applicable
Chest (expanded, min. 5 cm expansion)86 cm81 cmNot applicable
WeightProportionate to height & age per medical standardsProportionate to height & ageProportionate to height & age

4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) of MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

EventMale StandardFemale Standard
800m raceUnder approx. 198.3 seconds (≈3 min 18 sec) for full marksUnder approx. 261.8 seconds (≈4 min 22 sec) for full marks
Long jumpOver 2.96 metersOver 2.04 meters
Shot putOver 3.83 meters (using 7.26 kg shot)Over 2.85 meters (using 4 kg shot)
PET qualifying thresholdMinimum 30% marks required to qualifyMinimum 30% marks required to qualify
PET conduct windowHistorically conducted Feb–Mar for prior cycle; 2026 GD cycle dates awaitedSame

5. Medical & Other Standards of MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

ParameterRequirement
VisionMust meet standard police medical vision norms (typically 6/6 or 6/9 correctable)
General healthFree from communicable diseases, physical deformities, or conditions unfit for police duty
Tattoo policyGenerally restricted except religious/tribal marks, per standard MP Police norms
Character/conductNo criminal record; character verification conducted before final selection

How to Apply for MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

StepActionDetail
1Visit official portalGo to esb.mp.gov.in or esb.mponline.gov.in
2Complete EKYC (mandatory first step)Aadhaar-based EKYC must be completed in Profile Registration before form-filling is allowed; if Aadhaar mobile-linked OTP fails, visit an MP Online kiosk for biometric EKYC
3New profile registrationClick ‘Profile Registration’; enter name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID; create login password
4Locate the notificationFind “MP Police Constable (GD) Recruitment 2026” under Recruitment/Latest Notification section; read the full notification PDF before proceeding
5Log in and open application formUse registration ID/profile number + password to log in
6Fill personal detailsName, father’s/mother’s name, address, category, domicile, marital status
7Fill educational & other detailsQualification, exam centre preference (district-wise), cadre preference (SAF/Non-SAF)
8Upload photographRecent passport-size color photo, prescribed size (see specs below)
9Upload signatureScanned signature, prescribed size (see specs below)
10Upload supporting documentsCategory certificate, domicile certificate, educational marksheets, Ex-Servicemen/Home Guard certificate (if applicable)
11Review applicationCarefully recheck every entered field before payment — most fields lock after payment
12Pay application feePay online via debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or at an MP Online kiosk
13Final submissionSubmit the form after successful payment confirmation
14Download & printSave and print the confirmation page and fee payment receipt for future reference
15Use correction window if neededEdit errors between 22 September – 11 October 2026 for a ₹20 correction fee

Photo & Signature Specifications that needs to be submitted

DocumentDimensionsPixel SizeFile SizeFormat
Photograph3.5 cm x 4.5 cm200 x 250 px20 KB – 50 KBJPEG/JPG, plain background
Signature3.0 cm x 1.0 cm (approx.)300 x 100 px10 KB – 20 KBJPEG/JPG, black ink on white

Documents Required to Submit (Scanned Copies)

DocumentPurpose
Aadhaar cardMandatory for EKYC verification
Recent passport-size photographApplication form upload
Scanned signatureApplication form upload
Class 10th/8th marksheet & certificateEducational qualification proof
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)Reservation benefit claim
Domicile/residence certificateMP domicile-based reservation & age relaxation claim
Ex-Servicemen discharge certificateHorizontal reservation claim (if applicable)
Home Guard service certificateHorizontal reservation claim (if applicable)
Valid ID proof (PAN/Voter ID/Passport)Identity verification
DescriptionLink/URLPurpose
Official MPESB websiteesb.mp.gov.inMain hub for notifications, results, rulebooks
Official application portalesb.mponline.gov.inProfile registration, EKYC, form filling & login
Official notificationClick HereDetailed eligibility, vacancy, and rules PDF
Apply online linkWill activate on esb.mponline.gov.in from 22 September 2026Direct application submission
Profile registration pageClick HereNew candidate profile creation + Aadhaar EKYC
Results sectionesb.mp.gov.in/results/results_n.htmPast and upcoming result declarations
MP Police official websitemppolice.gov.inUnit allotment, department notices, general info
Helpline/toll-free number0755-2578801-02, Toll Free: 1800-233-7899MPESB technical/application support
Joydeep Choudhury