MPESB MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 7, SBI PO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1500 Vacancies, Eligibility, Exam Date & Syllabus

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal, in coordination with the Police Headquarters, Home (Police) Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, has released the official rulebook for the direct recruitment of Police Constable (General Duty / GD) Selection Examination 2026 under reference letter पुमु/2/चयन/स-3/583/2026. This recruitment drive seeks to fill 7,500 vacancies across the state, consisting of 700 posts in the Special Armed Force (SAF / विसबल) and 6,800 posts in the District Executive Force (DEF / विसबल को छोड़कर).This recruitment notification offers an entry point into the uniformed services of Madhya Pradesh. Selected candidates join as executive personnel under third-class operational service (तृतीय एवं कार्यपालिक श्रेणी) with standard state police pay scales, allowances, pension coverage under the National Pension System (NPS), and defined promotion tracks across executive divisions.Eligible candidates who have completed 10th standard (or 8th standard for Scheduled Tribe candidates) under the 10+2 system and hold an active registration with the Madhya Pradesh Employment Exchange (Rojgar Panjiyan) can register online via the MP Online portal.Quick Overview

Important Dates
Application Fee & Portal ChargesThe total fee consists of the MPESB examination fee, Police Departmental test fee, and MP Online portal processing charges:

• Application Form Correction Charges: Rs. 20/- per correction session + Rs. 40/- portal fee (Total Rs. 60/- each time).

Age Limit (As on 06-10-2026)Age is calculated as of the application closing date: 06 October 2026.

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age (General / EWS Male / Out-of-State Candidates): 33 Years
• Maximum Age (Female Candidates - All Categories): 38 Years
• Maximum Age (MP Domicile SC / ST / OBC Male): 38 Years

Category-Wise Upper Age Relaxations

• Note for Other States: Candidates not having permanent domicile in Madhya Pradesh are treated under Unreserved (UR) Open competition with an upper age limit of 33 years without concession.

Vacancy DetailsThe total 7,500 vacancies are segregated into two primary branches and follow the 87% clear / 13% provisional structure in line with state guidelines:1. Constable (GD) – Special Armed Force (SAF / विसबल)(Open to Male Candidates Only — 700 Posts)

2. Constable (GD) – Excluding SAF (District Executive Force / DEF)(Open to Both Male and Female Candidates — 6,800 Posts)

PWD Exemption: Under Home (Police) Department circular No. F-2(A)/541/92/B(4)/Two/Bhopal, the Police Department is exempt from recruiting persons with benchmark disabilities.Educational Qualification (As on 06-10-2026)Educational qualifications must be completed by the closing date (06 October 2026):

• For Unreserved (UR), Scheduled Caste (SC), and Other Backward Classes (OBC):
  Passed 10th Class (Matriculation) examination under the 10+2 system or Higher Secondary / equivalent from a recognized education board or institution.
• For Scheduled Tribes (ST):
  Passed 8th Class (Eighth standard) or equivalent examination from a recognized institution.
• Mandatory Portal Registration: Active valid registration with the Madhya Pradesh Employment Exchange (म.प्र. राज्य के रोजगार कार्यालय में जीवित पंजीयन) is required.

Salary Scale, Probation & Service Conditions

• Pay Scale: Rs. 19,500 – Rs. 62,000/-
• Stipend Policy During Probation: Governed by General Administration Department circular dated 12 December 2019:

• First Year: 70% of minimum basic pay
• Second Year: 80% of minimum basic pay
• Third Year: 90% of minimum basic pay

• Allowances & Pension: Standard Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, kit maintenance, ration allowance, medical facilities, and coverage under the Defined Contributory Pension Scheme (NPS).
• Posting & Unit Tenure: Selected candidates are posted across 58 operational districts or rail police units based on merit and choice. Once assigned to an operational unit, the candidate must complete a minimum of 5 years of active service in that unit before becoming eligible for transfer. Recruits are not assigned to their own home district.

Selection ProcessThe selection process evaluates written knowledge and physical performance:
│ Stage 1: MPESB Online Written Examination (CBT) │
│ (100 Questions | 100 Marks) │
│ Stage 2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET - 100 Marks)│
│ & Physical Standards Test (PST) + Document Check │
│ (7x Candidates Called per Category) │
│ Stage 3: Normalised Equi-Percentile T-Score Merge │
│ (Final Merit = CBT T-Score + PET Marks) │
│ Stage 4: District Medical Board Examination │
│ Stage 5: Police Character & Antecedents Check │

1. Phase 1 (Written Exam): Computer-based objective test of 100 marks conducted by MPESB.
2. Phase 2 Call-up: Candidates numbering 7 times the advertised vacancies in each vertical category are shortlisted for the physical exam based on cut-off percentiles.
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET - 100 Marks): Candidates must secure at least 30% marks (30 marks out of 100) to remain eligible for final selection.
4. Final Selection Merit: The final rank is prepared by adding the converted T-Score of the Phase-1 CBT with the marks obtained in the Phase-2 Physical Efficiency Test (totaling an effective composite merit list).
5. Bonus Marks: Holders of NCC 'C' certificates, demobilized defense personnel, and specified retrenched staff receive a 5% bonus added to their written exam marks.

Physical Standards Test (PST - Qualifying)PST requirements must be met without any relaxations:1. Special Armed Force (SAF / विसबल) — Male Only
2. Excluding SAF (District Executive Force / DEF)

• Medical Check: Normal eyesight (not less than 6/9 in one eye and 6/12 in the other without spectacles), proper color vision via Ishihara plates, and no knock-knees or flat feet.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Scoring Breakdown (100 Marks)The Physical Efficiency Test carries 100 marks across three disciplines. Candidates get one attempt for the 800m run and three attempts each for the Long Jump and Shot Put:Evaluation Matrix (Standard Candidates)
(Relaxed standards and separate scoring tables apply for serving Home Guards and Ex-Servicemen as given in Schedule-One of the rulebook).Exam Pattern (Phase 1 Computer-Based Test)
Written Exam SyllabusThe Phase-1 examination tests three subject modules based on the Madhya Pradesh Board Class 8th standard:

• General Knowledge & Logical Knowledge (सामान्य ज्ञान एवं तार्किक ज्ञान) — 40 Marks:
  Madhya Pradesh history, culture, geographic layout, river systems, political structures, major government schemes, national and global current events, logical syllogisms, and simple coding-decoding.
• Intellectual Ability & Mental Aptitude (बौद्धिक क्षमता एवं मानसिक अभिरुचि) — 30 Marks:
  Analogies, blood relations, series completion, direction sensing, pattern matching, analytical puzzles, Venn diagrams, figure classification, and basic decision-making traits.
• Science & Simple Arithmetic (विज्ञान एवं सरल अंक गणित) — 30 Marks:

• Science: Fundamental concepts in physics, everyday chemistry, environmental biology, plant and animal physiology, and human health.
• Arithmetic: Number systems, fractions, LCM & HCF, ratio and proportion, percentages, profit and loss, simple and compound interest, average, speed-time-distance, and basic mensuration.

How to Apply Step-by-StepAll applications must be submitted online through MP Online:

1. Employment Exchange Registration: Ensure active registration on the MP Rojgar portal (mprojgar.gov.in).
2. Citizen Registration / Kiosk Login: Visit mponline.gov.in or esb.mp.gov.in and select the Police Constable Recruitment Test - 2026 link.
3. MPESB Profile Creation: Complete your Citizen Profile with an active mobile number and email ID. Ensure identity credentials through the biometric/OTP-linked verification process.
4. Cadre & District Preference: Choose your preference between Special Armed Force (SAF) and Non-SAF (DEF) cadres, and rank your district unit preferences across the 58 operational districts.
5. Upload Documents:

• Photo & Signature Sheet: Single composite template containing your recent color photograph (taken within the last 3 months with name and date printed), clear running-hand signature, and two lines of handwritten self-declaration in Hindi or English.
• Educational & Category Proofs: Scanned copies of 8th/10th marksheet for age proof and valid caste/EWS certificates.

1. Select Test Cities: Select four examination city preferences from the 13 available centers (Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Gwalior, Ujjain, Sagar, Satna, Rewa, Ratlam, Khandwa, Neemuch, Anuppur, Sidhi).
2. Pay Application Fee: Pay the combined fee through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or cash at an authorized Kiosk.
3. Print Application Form: Keep a printout of the computer-generated confirmation receipt and note down the application reference number.

Required Documents ChecklistHave these original documents ready along with self-attested photocopies for Phase-2 document scrutiny:

• Printed copy of the online application form and payment receipt
• High School (10th) or 8th standard marksheet (showing Date of Birth)
• Relevant academic qualification passing certificates
• Active MP Employment Exchange Registration Certificate (Rojgar Panjiyan)
• Permanent Domicile Certificate of Madhya Pradesh (मूल निवासी प्रमाण पत्र)
• Valid Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC Non-Creamy Layer on prescribed state formats)
• Income & Asset Certificate for EWS candidates (Format-6)
• Service Certificate for Home Guards (minimum 3 years of continuous active service)
• Discharge book/records and pension payment order for Ex-Servicemen
• Valid Government Photo ID Proof (such as Voter ID, PAN card, Driving License, or Passport)
• Passbook copy of a personal bank account (for SC/ST/OBC traveling allowance claims)

Important Instructions

• Biometric Authentication: Multi-level biometric fingerprint and iris verification are carried out at the examination hall and during the physical exam.
• Two-Child Norm: In accordance with state government service rules, candidates with more than two living children—where one was born on or after 26 January 2001—are disqualified from appointment.
• No Home District Posting: Recruited constables will not be posted in their respective home districts.
• Mandatory Training: Recruits undergo formal police drill, weapons handling, and law enforcement training. Failure to complete training will result in removal from the service rolls.
• Support Helplines: Candidates facing application or portal issues can contact MP Online support at 0755-6720200 or MPESB toll-free at 18002337899, or email complaint.esb@mp.gov.in.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the total vacancy count in MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

The recruitment offers 7,500 Constable (GD) posts, including 700 in the Special Armed Force (SAF) and 6,800 in the District Executive Force (DEF).

2. What is the last date to apply for MP Police Constable 2026?

The online application form must be submitted by 06 October 2026, with the correction window remaining open until 11 October 2026.

3. When will the MP Police Constable written exam be held?

The online computer-based exam is scheduled to begin on 19 November 2026 in two daily shifts.

4. What is the educational eligibility for MP Police Constable GD?Candidates from UR, SC, and OBC categories must have passed the 10th standard (under the 10+2 system) or Higher Secondary. Candidates from the ST category require an 8th-grade pass certificate.

5. What is the age limit for general male applicants?

The age limit for unreserved male candidates (and out-of-state applicants) is 18 to 33 years as of 06 October 2026.

6. Can candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh apply?

Yes, candidates from other states can apply under the Unreserved (Open) category, provided they meet the 18–33 year age limit and general criteria.

7. Is there negative marking in the Phase-1 online test?

No, there is no negative marking for incorrect or unanswered questions in the written exam.

8. How are marks awarded in the Physical Efficiency Test (PET)?

The PET carries 100 marks based on performance timings in the 800m run (40 marks), and distances in the Long Jump (30 marks) and Shot Put (30 marks). A minimum of 30% (30 marks) is required to qualify.

9. Can female candidates apply for Special Armed Force (SAF) vacancies?

No, vacancies in the Special Armed Force (SAF) are open exclusively to male applicants. Female applicants are eligible for the 6,800 District Executive Force (DEF) posts, where a 35% horizontal reservation applies.

10. How is the final selection merit list prepared?

Final selection is based on the composite score of the normalized Phase-1 CBT T-score combined with the marks obtained in the Phase-2 Physical Efficiency Test.