MP Police Vacancy: Massive recruitment drive for SI and Subedar in Madhya Pradesh; applications open..
If you aspire to a government job as a Sub-Inspector or Subedar in the police department, a recruitment opportunity has opened up for youth in Madhya Pradesh. The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has commenced the application process for 507 posts of Sub-Inspector (SI) and Subedar. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online until September 23, 2026. The recruitment drive includes non-technical roles as well as technical positions such as Fingerprint, Arms, Photo, and QD (Questioned Documents). Candidates are advised to verify the requirements regarding educational qualifications, age limits, and application fees before applying.
**Recruitment for 507 Posts**
This MPESB recruitment drive includes 81 posts for Subedar. Additionally, there are 312 posts for Sub-Inspector (District Police Force - DEF), 69 for Special Armed Force (SAF), 22 for Fingerprint, 10 for Arms, 9 for Photo, and 4 for QD.
**Application and Exam Dates**
The online application process began on September 9. Candidates can apply until September 23. A window for making corrections to the application form will be available until September 28, 2026. The written examination is likely to commence on October 28, 2026.
**Who Can Apply?**
Graduation from a recognized university is mandatory for non-technical posts such as Subedar, SI (District Police Force), and SI (Special Armed Force). Specific qualifications apply to technical posts: a 3-year diploma in Mechanical Engineering is required for SI (Arms), while graduation with PCM (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) is required for SI (Photo, Fingerprint, and QD).
**What is the Age Limit?**
Age will be calculated as of January 1, 2026. The maximum age limit for male candidates in the General category is 33 years. For candidates belonging to the SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories of Madhya Pradesh, as well as female candidates from all categories, the maximum age limit is 38 years. What is the application fee?
The exam fee is ₹500 for General category candidates and those from other states. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories who are natives of Madhya Pradesh (MP) are required to pay a fee of ₹250. An additional portal fee of ₹60 applies to applications submitted via a kiosk.
How to fill out the form
Candidates should visit the MPESB website at esb.mp.gov.in. Next, click on "Online Form – Subedar & Sub-Inspector Recruitment Test 2026." Complete the profile registration and log in. Enter your educational details and upload your photograph and signature. After paying the fee, submit the form and keep a printout for future reference.
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