MP Police SI Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 504 Subedar & Sub Inspector Posts

The MP Police SI Recruitment 2026 notification is finally here, and it’s a big one for job seekers in Madhya Pradesh. The Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB) has announced 504 vacancies for Subedar and Sub Inspector posts across both Non-Technical and Technical categories under the state’s Police Department. If you’ve been preparing for a government job with real responsibility, job security, and a respectable pay scale, this is worth your attention.

Applications open on 9th September 2026 and close on 23rd September 2026 at the official MPESB website, esb.mp.gov.in. Below, you’ll find everything you need — vacancy breakup, eligibility, salary, selection stages, and a step-by-step guide to applying online.

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MP Police SI Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates

⚠️ Don’t wait for the last day! Government portals tend to slow down as the deadline approaches — try to submit your MP Police SI Recruitment 2026 application a few days early.

MP Police SI Vacancy 2026 – Post-wise Breakup

A total of 504 posts are up for grabs across seven categories — three Non-Technical and four Technical.

Non-Technical Posts

Note: Only male candidates can apply for the Sub Inspector (SAF) post. Sub Inspector (DEF) candidates may be posted in District Police, Railway Police, Training establishments, and similar units.

Technical Posts

Each category also carries reservation for Ex-Servicemen, serving Police personnel, and women (35% horizontal reservation), so check the detailed rulebook for your specific quota.

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Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Age Limit (as on 23rd September 2026)

✅ Reserved category candidates from Madhya Pradesh get age relaxation — women get up to 38 years, SC/ST/OBC male candidates up to 38 years, and inter-caste marriage or Veer Chandra Shekhar awardees can go up to 43 years depending on category. Ex-servicemen get relaxation equal to their service period, capped at 3 years beyond the standard age limit. Only MP domicile candidates are eligible for these reservation benefits — candidates from other states can apply under the Unreserved (UR) category only.

Application Fee

A correction fee of ₹20 per change, plus ₹40 portal fee, applies if you need to edit your form during the correction window.

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MP Police SI Salary 2026

Selected candidates will be placed at Pay Level-9, with a pay scale of ₹36,200 to ₹1,14,800 per month. On top of the basic pay, you can expect Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Travel Allowance (TA) as per current Madhya Pradesh government norms — pushing the realistic in-hand salary well above the basic figure once allowances are added. This is one of the better-paying uniformed posts at the state level, with strong long-term growth through promotions and MACP benefits.

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MP Police SI Selection Process 2026

Selection happens across four stages:

1. Preliminary Examination – Objective-type, 100 marks, 2 hours. Candidates are shortlisted in a 1:10 ratio for the Main Exam.
2. Main Examination – Two papers of 300 marks each (600 marks total), 2 hours per paper, with negative marking of 1/3 mark for every wrong answer.
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – 800m race, long jump, and shot put, totaling 100 marks. Qualifying marks are 30 for Non-Technical posts and 20 for Technical posts.
4. Interview – 50 marks, for candidates who clear all previous stages.

Final merit is based on 750 marks total: 600 from the Main Exam, 100 from PET, and 50 from the Interview.

How to Apply for MP Police SI Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official MPESB website, esb.mp.gov.in.
2. Complete online registration or re-registration if you’ve applied before.
3. Fill in your personal, educational, and category details carefully.
4. Upload your photograph, signature, and required documents.
5. Pay the application fee through the available online modes.
6. Submit the form and download a copy for your records.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep your scanned photograph (20–50 KB) and signature (10–40 KB) ready before you start the form — it saves time and avoids upload errors.

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Conclusion

If a stable, respected uniformed government job in Madhya Pradesh is what you’ve been aiming for, the MP Police SI Recruitment 2026 notification is exactly the opportunity to act on. With 504 vacancies, a solid Pay Level-9 salary, and a well-defined selection process, it’s a career worth the preparation. Make sure you apply before 23rd September 2026, double-check your details during the correction window, and start preparing early for the Preliminary Exam. For the latest Sarkari Naukri alerts, state police recruitment updates, and pay commission news, bookmark govtserviceinfo.com and share this with anyone else preparing for MP Police exams.

Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification published by the Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB). GovtServiceInfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from the official website. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.