Total Vacancies
507 Posts (Subedar: 81 | SI DEF: 312 | SI SAF: 69 | Technical SI: 45)
Age Limit
18 to 33 Years (38-43 Years for MP Reserved/Females)
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal has released the official notification for MP Police Sub-Inspector (MPSI) & Subedar Recruitment 2026 for 507 vacancies. Online applications start from 09 September 2026. Check eligibility, age limit, exam pattern, and detailed syllabus.
Educational Qualification
Graduation (Any Stream) / Diploma (Mechanical) / BSc (PCM)
Apply Start Date
September 9, 2026
Apply Last Date
September 23, 2026
Expected Exam Date
Starts from 28 October 2026 (Wednesday)
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal & Home Police Dept. |
| Exam Name | Subedar & Sub Inspector (MPSI) Cadre Selection Exam 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 507 Posts (462 Non-Tech, 45 Tech) |
| Pay Scale | Level 9: ₹ 36,200 – ₹ 1,14,800/- (with 3-Year Stipend Rules) |
| Exam Date | 28 October 2026 (Wednesday onwards) |
| Event / Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 09.09.2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 23.09.2026 |
| Application Modification Start | 09.09.2026 |
| Application Modification End | 28.09.2026 |
| Exam Start Date | 28.10.2026 (Wednesday Onwards) |
⏰ Exam Shifts Timing:
• Shift 1: Reporting 08:00–09:00 AM, Exam 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
• Shift 2: Reporting 01:00–02:00 PM, Exam 03:00 PM–05:00 PM
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Subedar | 81 |
| Sub Inspector (SAF) *(Male Only)* | 69 |
| Sub Inspector (DEF) | 312 |
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Sub Inspector (Ordnance) | 10 |
| Sub Inspector (Photo) | 9 |
| Sub Inspector (Q.D.) | 4 |
| Sub Inspector (Fingerprint) | 22 |
📌 Note: Non-MP Domicile candidates can apply strictly under the Unreserved (UR) category without age or category reservation benefits.
| Post Name | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Subedar, SI (SAF), SI (DEF) | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University |
| SI (Ordnance) | 3-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| SI (Photo / QD / Fingerprint) | B.Sc. with Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry (PCM) |
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Male (UR / EWS, MP Domicile) | 33 Years |
| Candidates from Other States (Male / Female) | 33 Years |
| Female (All Categories) | 38 Years |
| Male (Reserved Categories - SC/ST/OBC) | 38 Years |
| Govt / Corporation Employees (Male) | 38 Years |
| Vikram Awardees (Male) | 38 Years |
| Vikram Awardees (Female) | 43 Years |
| Inter-caste Marriage (Female) | 43 Years |
Ex-Servicemen get separate age relaxation provisions as per rules (not exceeding 3 years beyond maximum limit).
| Category | Direct Recruitment Fee | Departmental Exam Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | ₹500/- | ₹200/- |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS (MP Domicile Only) | ₹250/- | ₹100/- |
• MP Online Kiosk Portal Charges: ₹ 60/-
• Registered Citizen User Login Portal Charges: ₹ 20/-
100 Objective MCQs. No Negative Marking. 10 times the total vacancies will be shortlisted for Mains.
(A) Mains Written Examination:
(B) Physical Efficiency Test (PET - 100 Marks):
| Event | Max Marks | Attempts |
|---|---|---|
Objective MCQs will be asked from the following 10 core subjects:
| Standard | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Height | 167.5 cm | 152.4 cm |
| Chest Expansion | 81 cm (Normal), 86 cm (Expanded - 5 cm) | N/A |
| Vision Standard | Minimum 6/9 and 6/12 without glasses | |
| Other Medical Standard | No Knock-knee or Flat foot allowed. | |
Applicable for Subedar and all Sub Inspector cadres.
Stipend Rules during 3-Year Probation:
• Year 1: 70% of base scale
• Year 2: 80% of base scale
• Year 3: 90% of base scale
Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Khandwa, Neemuch, Ratlam, Rewa, Sagar, Satna, Sidhi, Ujjain, Barwani, Anuppur.
Download official Rulebook PDF and detailed Exam Syllabus PDF or apply directly via MP Online Application Portal:
Special Offer ₹299/-Complete online preparation course for MP Police Sub-Inspector & Subedar (507 posts) based on latest syllabus.
| 800m Run |
| 40 |
| 1 |
| Long Jump | 30 | 3 |
| Shot Put | 30 | 3 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks: Non-Technical – 30 Marks, Technical – 20 Marks
(C) Interview:
Personal Interview of 50 Marks.
100 MCQs based on specialized curriculum for technical posts:
Questions based on Mechanical Engineering Diploma curriculum.
Questions based on B.Sc. Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
📌 1/3rd negative marking per wrong answer; no negative marking for unattempted questions.
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