MP Police SI & Subedar Recruitment 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the notification for Subedar and Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for 504 posts in the Madhya Pradesh Police Department. Online applications will open on 9 September and close on 23 September 2026, and candidates need a graduation degree (or relevant technical qualification) to apply. This article covers eligibility, fees, exam pattern, and selection process — all in one place.
MPESB has invited applications for 504 posts of Subedar and Sub Inspector in the Madhya Pradesh Police Department.
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The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) conducts recruitment examinations for various non-gazetted posts across Madhya Pradesh Government departments and corporations. Through this recruitment, MPESB selects candidates for Subedar and Sub Inspector cadre posts in the Madhya Pradesh Police Department, covering both general policing and specialised technical roles.
Candidates are selected through a multi-stage process — a written examination, followed by a Physical Proficiency Test, document verification, and an interview.
Recruitment Overview
Here’s the essential information about this recruitment at a glance.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | Subedar / Sub Inspector Recruitment Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal |
| Department | Madhya Pradesh Police Department |
| Advertisement Reference | Police HQ Letter No. Pumum/2-Chayan/S-1/997/26, dated 30 Jul 2026 |
| Post Names | Subedar, Sub Inspector (SAF), Sub Inspector (District Police Force), SI Arms, SI Photo, SI Q.D., SI Finger Print |
| Total Posts | 504 |
| Pay Level | Level-9 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Madhya Pradesh |
| Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
Important Dates
Applications haven’t opened yet — mark the start date so you can apply as soon as the window is live, and note the correction deadline too.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 09 Sep 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 23 Sep 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 09 – 28 Sep 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | From 28 Oct 2026 |
| Main Examination | To be announced after Preliminary result |
| PPT / Interview | To be notified by the department |
Application Fee
Fee has two components — an ESB exam fee and a separate departmental exam fee — plus a small MPOnline portal fee.
| Category | ESB Fee | Departmental Fee |
|---|---|---|
| General / all others | ₹500 | ₹200 |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS (MP Domicile) | ₹250 | ₹100 |
| MPOnline Portal Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Kiosk (Cyber Café) | ₹60 |
| Registered Citizen login | ₹20 |
| Per Correction (+ portal fee) | ₹20 + ₹40 |
Vacancy Details
The 504 posts are spread across general policing and technical specialist roles:
| Post | Posts |
|---|---|
| Subedar | 81 |
| Sub Inspector – Special Armed Force (SAF) | 69 |
| Sub Inspector – District Police Force | 312 |
| Sub Inspector – Arms | 10 |
| Sub Inspector – Photo | 9 |
| Sub Inspector – Q.D. (Questioned Documents) | 4 |
| Sub Inspector – Finger Print | 22 |
Educational Qualification
Requirements differ for non-technical and technical posts:
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Subedar / SI (SAF) / SI (District Police Force) | Bachelor’s Degree/Graduation or equivalent from a recognised university |
| SI (Arms) | 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised technical university |
| SI (Photo) / SI (Q.D.) / SI (Finger Print) | Graduation with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, or equivalent |
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on the application closing date, 23 September 2026. Upper age limits vary significantly by category and domicile.
| Candidate Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| MP Unreserved Male | 33 years |
| MP EWS Male | 33 years |
| Other State Male/Female | 33 years |
| MP Female (all categories) | 38 years |
| MP Reserved Category Male (SC/ST/OBC) | 38 years |
| MP Govt./Corporation/Board employees & Nagar Sainik | 38 years |
| Eligible Inter-caste Marriage Candidates | 38 years |
| Eligible Female Inter-caste Marriage Candidates | 43 years |
Salary / Pay Scale
Both Subedar and the listed Sub Inspector cadres are placed at the same pay level.
| Pay Level | Level-9 |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800 |
Selection Process
Selection runs through six stages — candidates need to clear each one to move to the next:
- Preliminary Written Examination — an initial screening test to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination.
- Main Written Examination — the exam that determines your core merit; carries negative marking of 1/3 mark per wrong answer.
- Physical Proficiency Test (PPT) — qualifying marks are 30 for Non-Technical posts and 20 for Technical posts.
- Document Verification — your educational, category, and other claimed certificates are checked against the originals.
- Interview — a personal interview round.
- Medical Examination — a final medical fitness check before appointment.
Exam Pattern
The written exam has two stages — Preliminary and Main. The Main Examination carries negative marking, while PPT has separate qualifying marks by post type.
| Stage | Key Detail |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | Screening test to shortlist for the Main Examination |
| Main Examination | Negative marking: 1/3 mark deducted per wrong answer |
| PPT Qualifying Marks – Non-Technical | 30 marks |
| PPT Qualifying Marks – Technical | 20 marks |
Required Documents
Keep these documents ready before applying and for later stages:
- Graduation / Technical Qualification Certificate
- Date of Birth Proof
- Aadhaar Card / other valid ID
- MP Domicile Certificate, if claiming MP-resident benefits
- Caste Certificate, if applicable
- EWS Certificate, if applicable
- Government/Police Employee Certificate, if applicable
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate, if applicable
- Passport-size colour photograph and signature
- Any other certificate you claim benefits under in your application
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps once the application window opens on 09 September 2026:
- Visit the official MPESB website, esb.mp.gov.in.
- Complete Aadhaar-based registration/verification as required.
- Select the appropriate post/group according to your qualification (non-technical candidates may additionally pick one technical group if eligible).
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the applicable ESB fee, departmental fee, and MPOnline portal fee.
- Submit the application and keep your application number and payment receipt safe for future reference.
Important Links
Applications open on 09 September 2026 — use the links below to check the notification now and apply once the window is live.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Conclusion
MP Police Subedar/Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026 is a solid opportunity for graduates across both general and technical streams to join the Madhya Pradesh Police Department in a respectable pay grade.
Read the official Rule Book carefully, keep your documents ready in advance, and apply as soon as the window opens on 09 September 2026 — don’t wait until the 23 September 2026 deadline. Best of luck!