Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 7,500 Vacancies

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal has officially released the detailed recruitment notification (Advt. No. 583/2026) for the Police Constable (General Duty) Direct Recruitment Examination, 2026.

This marquee state-level security services recruitment drive aims to fill 7,500 tentative Group ‘C’ vacancies across Special Armed Forces (SAF) and Non-SAF cadres within the Madhya Pradesh Police Department. The online registration window will open on 22nd September 2026, and candidates can submit their applications online up to 6th October 2026.

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal
Recruiting Department	Police Headquarters, Home (Police) Department, MP Government
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. 583/2026
Post Designation	Constable (General Duty – GD)
Total Openings	7,500 Vacancies
Job Category	Group ‘C’ State Police Executive Cadre
Application Mode	Online Only
Online Application Start Date	22nd September 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	6th October 2026
Official Website Portals	esb.mp.gov.in / mponline.gov.in

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Notification Release Date	9th September 2026
Commencement of Online Registration	22nd September 2026
Closing Date & Time for Online Applications	6th October 2026
Application Correction Window	22nd September to 11th October 2026
Tentative Written Examination Start Date	19th November 2026 onwards

Cadre-Wise & Vacancy Breakdown Structure

The 7,500 vacancies are segregated into two key functional categories:

• Constable (GD) – Special Armed Force (SAF) [Male Only]: 700 Vacancies
• Constable (GD) – Excluding Special Armed Force (Non-SAF): 6,800 Vacancies (Includes dedicated horizontal reservations for female candidates)
• Note: Female candidates are eligible to apply exclusively for Non-SAF posts. Female horizontal reservation is accounted for at 35% of applicable non-SAF openings.

Salary Scale & Pay Structure

• Pay Scale Framework: ₹19,500 – ₹62,000/- under Pay Level-4 of the regular state pay matrix.
• Additional Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), medical coverage, risk allowances, and annual increments as per Madhya Pradesh government mandates.

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters (As on 6th October 2026)

• Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years for all candidates.
• Maximum Age Limit (Unreserved / General – MP Domicile & External): 33 Years
• Upper Age Relaxations:
  • Female Applicants (All Categories) / Reserved Categories (SC / ST / OBC / EWS of MP): Up to 5 years of upper age relaxation as per state guidelines.
  • Ex-Servicemen & Special Categories: Service duration deductions plus standard state relaxations.

2. Educational Qualifications

• General / SC / OBC / EWS Categories: Must have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) or Class 12th (10+2) system examination from a recognized Board or institution
• Scheduled Tribe (ST) Category: Relaxed qualification threshold of passing Class 8th standard from a recognized board.

Physical Standards & Measurement Test (PMT)

Category & Gender Details	Minimum Height	Chest Unexpanded – Expanded
Male Candidates (UR / SC / OBC) – SAF	168 cm	79 cm – 84 cm
Male Candidates (ST) – SAF	165 cm	79 cm – 84 cm
Male Candidates (UR / SC / OBC) – Non-SAF	168 cm	81 cm – 86 cm
Male Candidates (ST) – Non-SAF	160 cm	76 cm – 81 cm
Female Candidates (All Categories) – Non-SAF	155 cm	Not Applicable

Multi-Stage Selection Process Structure

1. Stage-1: Written Examination (Computer-Based Test – 100 Marks): Objective multiple-choice paper evaluating General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, Science, and Basic Mathematics. Qualifying candidates proceed to subsequent phases.
2. Stage-2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & PMT: Qualifying and merit-linked physical assessments involving structured running metrics, long jumps, and shot put throws alongside medical physical standard evaluations.
3. Stage-3: Document Verification & Medical Examination: Final authenticity check of original identity proofs, domicile paperwork, educational certificates, followed by a comprehensive medical fitness review. I

Application Fee Structure

• Unreserved (General) Candidates: ₹500/- (MPESB Portal Fee) + ₹200/- (Departmental charges) = ₹700/- total (For 2 papers/multiple profiles if applicable; single paper formats follow reduced structural slabs).
• SC / ST / OBC / EWS Candidates (MP Domicile Only): ₹250/- (MPESB Fee) + ₹100/- (Departmental charges) = ₹350/- total
• Payment Mode: Online payment gateway channels via UPI, Net Banking, Debit Cards, Credit Cards, or MPOnline Kiosk cash networks.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Open the primary portal of the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board at esb.mp.gov.in or navigate directly to mponline.gov.in.
2. Access Citizen Services: Go to the “Citizen Services” section and select the active application form link for “MP Police Constable Recruitment Test 2026”.
3. Profile Registration (ESB Portal): Complete your profile registration using your Aadhaar card or unique ID profile credentials if not already created.
4. Fill Application Details: Log in with your profile ID and password, select your preferred post preferences (SAF / Non-SAF), and input personal, academic, and category details accurately.
5. Upload Scanned Documents: Upload a recent color photograph (with a white background, captured within the last 3 months), scanned signature, handwritten declaration text, and caste/domicile documents.
6. Pay Application Fee: Pay the required application fee online through integrated payment options.
7. Final Submission & Print: Review all entered data thoroughly, submit the form before the closing date of 6th October 2026, and print a hard copy of the final submission slip.

🔗 Official MPESB Website Portal

🔗 Direct Link to Apply Online via MPOnline Portal

📄 Download MP Police Constable 2026 Official Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application window closes on 6th October 2026.

Q2: How many total vacancies are announced in this notification?

A: A total of 7,500 vacancies have been notified for Police Constable (General Duty) roles across SAF and Non-SAF streams.

Q3: What is the age limit for unreserved candidates?

A: The age limit is 18 to 33 years calculated as on 6th October 2026, with relaxations applicable to reserved groups and women candidates.

Q4: Can non-Madhya Pradesh residents apply for this recruitment drive?

A: Yes, candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh can apply under the Unreserved (Open) category, subject to a maximum age cap of 33 years and non-eligibility for state reservation benefits.

Q5: When is the written examination scheduled to take place?

A: The written examination is tentatively scheduled to begin from 19th November 2026 onwards.