MP Police SI Recruitment 2026: Official Notification Released for 504 Sub-Inspector and Subedar Vacancies
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has officially announced the commencement of the recruitment process for Subedar and Sub-Inspector positions within the Madhya Pradesh Police. This highly anticipated MP Police SI Recruitment 2026 drive aims to fill 504 vacancies across various non-technical and technical departments.
Important Application Dates
Prospective candidates are advised to mark their calendars for the upcoming application window. The online registration process is set to begin on September 9, 2026, with the final date for submission being September 23, 2026. For those who need to make adjustments to their submitted applications, a correction window will remain open until September 28, 2026. The MPESB has scheduled the written examination to be held on October 28, 2026.
Vacancy Breakdown
The 504 available positions are categorized into several specialized roles to ensure the operational efficiency of the state police force:
| Post | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Subedar | 81 |
| Sub Inspector (SAF) | 69 |
| Sub Inspector (DEF) | 312 |
| Sub Inspector (Arms – Technical) | 10 |
| Sub Inspector (Photo – Technical) | 9 |
| Sub Inspector (Questioned Documents – Technical) | 4 |
| Sub Inspector (Finger Print – Technical) | 22 |
| Grand Total | 504 |
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
Candidates must be Indian citizens to be eligible. While applicants from other states are welcome to apply, they will be considered exclusively under the Unreserved (UR) Open category. Reservation benefits and age relaxations are strictly reserved for candidates holding a valid Madhya Pradesh domicile.
Educational Qualifications:
- For Subedar, SI (SAF), and SI (DEF): A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- For SI (Arms): A three-year diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
- For SI (Photo, Q.D., and Finger Print): A bachelor’s degree with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).
The upper age limit, calculated as of September 23, 2026, ranges from 33 to 43 years depending on the specific category.
Physical Standards
Applicants must meet specific physical requirements to qualify:
- Height: Male candidates require a minimum height of 167.5 cm, while female candidates must meet a minimum of 152.4 cm.
- Chest (Male only): 81 cm unexpanded and 86 cm expanded (minimum 5 cm expansion required).
- Vision: Both genders must possess unaided vision of 6/9 in the better eye and 6/12 in the worse eye.
Selection Process
The selection process is multi-staged, consisting of a Preliminary Examination, a Main Examination, a Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and a final Interview. Candidates are encouraged to visit the official MPESB website to download the full notification and review the category-wise vacancy distribution before initiating their application.
