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

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB / MP ESB) has officially released the recruitment notification under Advt. No. PHQ/2-Chayan/S-1/997/26 for 504 vacancies of Subedar and Sub Inspector (SI) Cadre across Technical and Non-Technical branches. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 9th September 2026 to 23rd September 2026. The written examination is scheduled to start on 28th October 2026.

This is a prestigious opportunity for graduates seeking a career in the Madhya Pradesh Police Department. The selection process includes a Preliminary Written Examination, Main Written Examination, Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, Interview, and Medical Examination. Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria, physical standards, and selection process before applying. This article provides comprehensive details on important dates, application fee, eligibility, vacancy distribution, physical standards, and how to apply online.

MP Police SI Recruitment 2026: Overview

• Recruiting Body: Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB)
• Post Name: Subedar & Sub Inspector (SI)
• Total Vacancies: 504
• Advt. No.: PHQ/2-Chayan/S-1/997/26
• Application Mode: Online
• Job Location: Madhya Pradesh
• Official Website: esb.mp.gov.in

Important Dates

• Notification Release: 01 September 2026
• Online Application Start: 09 September 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 23 September 2026
• Correction Window: 09 September to 28 September 2026
• Exam Start Date: 28 October 2026

Application Fee

• UR (Unreserved): Rs. 500/-
• SC / ST / OBC / EWS (MP Domicile Only): Rs. 250/-
• Departmental Exam Fee: UR: Rs. 200/- | SC/ST/OBC/EWS (MP): Rs. 100/-
• Portal Charges: MP Kiosk: Rs. 60/- | Registered User Login: Rs. 20/-
• Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on 23/09/2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 33 Years (UR Male)
• Age Relaxation: Applicable as per MP Government rules for reserved categories

Educational Qualification

• Subedar: Bachelor's Degree in any stream
• Sub Inspector (SAF) (Male Only): Bachelor's Degree in any stream
• Sub Inspector (DEF): Bachelor's Degree in any stream
• Sub Inspector (Arms): 3-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Sub Inspector (Photo): B.Sc. with Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry
• Sub Inspector (Q.D.): B.Sc. with Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry
• Sub Inspector (Finger Print): B.Sc. with Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry

Vacancy Details

• Subedar: 81 Posts
• Sub Inspector (SAF) (Male Only): 69 Posts
• Sub Inspector (DEF): 312 Posts
• Sub Inspector (Arms): 10 Posts
• Sub Inspector (Photo): 9 Posts
• Sub Inspector (Q.D.): 4 Posts
• Sub Inspector (Finger Print): 22 Posts
• Total: 504 Posts (462 Non-Technical + 42 Technical)

Physical Measurement Test (PMT) Standards

• Height (Male): Minimum 167.5 cm
• Height (Female): Minimum 152.4 cm
• Chest (Male): Unexpanded: Min 81 cm | Expanded: Min 86 cm (Minimum 5 cm expansion required)
• Vision Standard: 6/9 in one eye and 6/12 in the other eye without glasses. Normal color vision tested via Ishihara plates required.
• Medical Conditions: Candidates must not have knock-knees or flat feet.

Selection Process

1. Stage 1: Preliminary Written Examination (100 Marks – Qualifying)
2. Stage 2: Main Written Examination (Non-Tech / Tech Papers)
3. Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET – 800m Run, Shot Put, Long Jump)
4. Stage 4: Document Verification
5. Stage 5: Interview / Personality Test (50 Marks)
6. Stage 6: Medical Examination

How to Apply for MP Police SI Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website of MPESB at esb.mp.gov.in or peb.mponline.gov.in.
2. Click on the online application link for 'Subedar / Sub Inspector Cadre Recruitment Test – 2026'.
3. Complete your candidate profile registration (Aadhaar-based profile registration is required).
4. Fill in all personal details, contact information, educational qualifications, and post preferences carefully.
5. Upload scanned copies of required documents, passport-size photograph, signature, and left-thumb impression.
6. Pay the prescribed application fee and portal charges online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
7. Submit the application form and print out a hard copy of the final confirmation receipt for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the last date to apply online for MP Police SI Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit online applications is 23rd September 2026.

Q2. What is the minimum height requirement for male candidates in MP Police SI 2026?
The minimum required height for male candidates is 167.5 cm, with a chest measurement of 81 cm (unexpanded) and 86 cm (expanded).

Q3. What is the start date for the MP Police SI written examination?
The written examination is scheduled to start on 28th October 2026.

Q4. How many total vacancies are announced for MP Police SI Recruitment 2026?
A total of 504 vacancies (462 Non-Technical and 42 Technical) have been announced.

Q5. What is the age limit for MP Police SI Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 33 years for UR Male candidates as on 23/09/2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.

Q6. What is the application fee for UR candidates?
The application fee is Rs. 500/- for UR candidates and Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/OBC/EWS (MP Domicile) candidates.

Q7. What is the selection process for MP Police SI?
The selection process includes Preliminary Written Exam, Main Written Exam, Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, Interview, and Medical Examination.

Q8. What are the educational qualifications for MP Police SI posts?
For Subedar, SI (SAF), and SI (DEF): Bachelor's Degree in any stream. For SI (Arms): 3-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. For SI (Photo), SI (Q.D.), and SI (Finger Print): B.Sc. with Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry.