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Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has announced Madhya Pradesh Police (MP Police) Subedar and Sub Inspector Cadre Recruitment 2026 for total 507 posts. Candidates who want to apply for MP Police Subedar & Sub Inspector posts can submit their online application form from 09/09/2026 to 23/09/2026, if you meet all the required eligibility criteria. For complete details such as eligibility, age limit, selection process, salary, and application steps, candidates must read the full notification carefully.
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Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB)
MP Police Subedar & Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date: 30/07/2026
- Application Start Date: 09/09/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 23/09/2026
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 23/09/2026
- Form Correction Date: 09/09/2026 to 28/09/2026
- Admit Card Date: Before exam
- Exam Date: 28/10/2026 Onwards
Application Fees
- General / OBC (Non-MP Domicile): ₹700/- (Board Fee ₹500 + Department Fee ₹200)
- SC / ST / OBC / EWS (MP Domicile Only): ₹350/- (Board Fee ₹250 + Department Fee ₹100)
- MP Online portal charge: ₹60/- at Kiosk or ₹20/- through own Registered Login
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 23/09/2026
- Min Age: 18 Years
- Max Age (General Candidates): 33 Years
- Age relaxation extra is applicable as per the rules of “Madhya Pradesh Police Subedar & Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026”, see category-wise table below
Age Relaxation
| Candidate Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Male (UR / EWS, MP Domicile) | 33 Years |
| Male / Female (Outside MP / Non-Domicile) | 33 Years |
| Female (All Categories, MP Domicile) | 38 Years |
| Male (SC / ST / OBC, MP Domicile) | 38 Years |
| Govt Employees / Home Guards (MP) | 38 Years |
| Inter-Caste Marriage Incentive (Male) | 38 Years |
| Inter-Caste Marriage Incentive (Female) | 43 Years |
| Vikram Award Winners (Male UR Domicile) | 38 Years |
| Vikram Award Winners (Male SC/ST/OBC Domicile) | 43 Years |
| Vikram Award Winners (Female, All Categories) | 43 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (MP Domicile) | Defense service years deducted from actual age (max 3 years over limit) |
| Retrenched Govt Employees (MP Domicile) | Past service years deducted, max 7 years (max 3 years over limit) |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 507
| Category | Posts (Main – 87%) |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 142 |
| OBC | 76 |
| SC | 77 |
| ST | 101 |
| EWS | 49 |
| Total (Main – 87%) | 445 |
| Provisional Part (13%, pending court matter) | 62 |
| Grand Total | 507 |
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Minimum Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Subedar | Graduate (any stream) from a recognized university |
| SI (SAF) | Graduate (any stream) from a recognized university |
| SI (DEF) | Graduate (any stream) from a recognized university |
| SI (Arms) | 3-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized technical university |
| SI (Photo) | Graduate with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry |
| SI (Q.D.) | Graduate with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry |
| SI (Finger Print) | Graduate with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry |
Note for Ex-Servicemen: those who have completed at least 15 years of service in the Armed Forces and hold a special Army/Navy/Air Force education certificate can also apply for the graduate-level posts, even with only 10th pass (Matric) qualification.
Post & Category Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Main Total (87%) | Prov. Total (13%) | Grand Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subedar | 21 | 12 | 12 | 17 | 8 | 70 | 11 | 81 |
| SI (SAF – Special Armed Force, Male Only) | 19 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 7 | 60 | 9 | 69 |
| SI (DEF – District Police Force) | 84 | 44 | 50 | 62 | 32 | 272 | 40 | 312 |
| SI (Arms) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| SI (Photo) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| SI (Q.D. – Questioned Documents) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| SI (Finger Print) | 7 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 20 | 2 | 22 |
| Grand Total | 142 | 76 | 77 | 101 | 49 | 445 | 62 | 507 |
Physical Eligibility
| Standard | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 167.5 cm or more | 152.4 cm or more |
| Chest (Unexpanded) | 81 cm minimum | Not applicable |
| Chest (Expanded) | 86 cm minimum (5 cm expansion compulsory) | Not applicable |
| Eyesight | 6/9 in one eye, 6/12 in other, no colour blindness | 6/9 in one eye, 6/12 in other, no colour blindness |
| Other Conditions | No knock-knee, no flat foot, no physical deformity | No knock-knee, no flat foot, no physical deformity |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Details
Standard Category (Subedar, SI SAF, SI DEF)
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 800 Meter Run (40 Marks) | Under 124.2 sec = full marks, over 198.3 sec = 0 marks | Under 176.0 sec = full marks, over 261.8 sec = 0 marks |
| Long Jump (30 Marks) | Above 5.57 m = full marks, below 2.96 m = 0 marks | Above 4.36 m = full marks, below 2.04 m = 0 marks |
| Shot Put (30 Marks) | 7.26 kg – above 8.76 m = full marks, below 3.83 m = 0 marks | 4.00 kg – above 7.20 m = full marks, below 2.85 m = 0 marks |
Relaxed / Technical Category (Ex-Servicemen & SI Arms, Photo, Q.D., Finger Print)
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 800 Meter Run (40 Marks) | Under 146.6 sec = full marks, over 224.5 sec = 0 marks | Under 220.0 sec = full marks, over 305.8 sec = 0 marks |
| Long Jump (30 Marks) | Above 4.84 m = full marks, below 2.23 m = 0 marks | Above 3.67 m = full marks, below 1.50 m = 0 marks |
| Shot Put (30 Marks) | 7.26 kg – above 8.73 m = full marks, below 3.51 m = 0 marks | 4.00 kg – above 7.05 m = full marks, below 2.70 m = 0 marks |
MP Police Subedar & Sub Inspector 2026: Salary Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Subedar | Level 9 | ₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800 |
| Sub Inspector (All Cadres) | Level 9 | ₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800 |
- Selected candidates will be on a 3-year probation period after joining.
- Stipend during probation: 70% of minimum basic pay in Year 1, 80% in Year 2, 90% in Year 3.
- Usual government allowances also apply along with the pay scale. NPS (pension scheme) is applicable for candidates joining on or after 01/01/2005.
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MP Police Subedar & Sub Inspector: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection for MP Police Subedar & Sub Inspector posts happens in two main stages – a Preliminary screening exam, then a Main exam followed by physical test and interview.
Stage 1: Preliminary Exam (Screening Only)
- Objective type, 100 marks, 2 hours duration.
- No negative marking in the Prelims.
- Prelims marks are only for screening – they are not counted in the final merit list.
- Candidates equal to 10 times the category-wise vacancies are shortlisted for the Main exam.
- Subjects covered: Hindi, English, Analytical Ability, History, Geography, Science, Civics, Basic Computer Knowledge, Reasoning, Current Affairs.
Stage 2: Main Written Exam
Objective type MCQs with 1/3rd negative marking for every wrong answer (no marks cut for unattempted questions).
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | History, Indian Society, Constitution, Polity & Social Justice | 300 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | Current Affairs, Technology, Economy, Environment, Internal Security, Reasoning & Data Interpretation | 300 | 2 Hours |
| Paper III (Technical Posts Only) | Mechanical Engineering / Maths-Physics-Chemistry as per post | 300 | 2 Hours |
- Candidates equal to 3 times the category-wise vacancies are shortlisted for PET and Document Verification after the Main exam.
Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – 100 Marks
800m Run, Long Jump and Shot Put – see the Physical Efficiency Test table above for the full marking standards.
Stage 4: Personal Interview – 50 Marks
Candidates who clear PET, physical standards and document verification appear for the interview, held by the selection board.
Final Merit List
- Non-Technical Posts (Subedar, SI SAF, SI DEF): Main Exam (600) + PET (100) + Interview (50) = 750 Marks
- Technical Posts (SI Arms, Photo, Q.D., Finger Print): Main Exam (600) + Technical Paper (300) + PET (100) + Interview (50) = 1050 Marks
MP Police Subedar & Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026: Important Questions
How many total posts are there in MP Police Subedar and Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026?
Madhya Pradesh Police has released 507 posts in total for Subedar and various Sub Inspector cadres under this recruitment drive.
When can I apply online for MP Police Subedar and SI Recruitment 2026?
Online applications can be submitted from 09/09/2026 to 23/09/2026 through the MP Online portal.
What is the last date to apply for MP Police Subedar and SI posts?
The last date to submit the online application form is 23/09/2026. Application correction can be done till 28/09/2026.
What is the age limit for MP Police Subedar and Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026?
Minimum age is 18 years. Maximum age is 33 years for general candidates, going up to 38 or 43 years for reserved and female candidates as per the age relaxation table.
What is the application fee for MP Police Subedar and SI Recruitment 2026?
General and OBC (non-domicile) candidates pay ₹700, while SC/ST/OBC/EWS MP domicile candidates pay ₹350, plus a small MP Online portal charge.
What is the minimum qualification needed for MP Police Subedar and SI posts?
A graduate degree is needed for Subedar, SI SAF and SI DEF posts. Technical posts like SI Arms, Photo, Q.D. and Finger Print need Mechanical Engineering diploma or Maths-Physics-Chemistry graduation.
When will the MP Police Subedar and SI exam be held?
The written examination is scheduled to start from 28/10/2026 onwards, as per the official notification.
What is the salary for MP Police Subedar and Sub Inspector posts?
Both posts carry Pay Level 9, with a pay scale of ₹36,200 to ₹1,14,800, along with usual government allowances.