MP Police Constable 2026 –
Complete Preparation Guide
MPESB's 2026 exam for 7,500 Constable (GD) posts: applications closed on 6 October 2026 and the written exam starts 19 November 2026 (tentative; admit card awaited). Minimum height: 168 cm for men (160 cm ST) and 155 cm for women. 10th pass eligible (8th for ST). Written exam 100 marks + PET 100 marks — both count in merit. No negative marking.
* Exam date is tentative as announced by MPESB. Admit card and PET dates are TBN.
1. What is MP Police Constable 2026?
The MP Police Constable Recruitment Examination is conducted by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) to fill constable positions in Madhya Pradesh Police. Posts include General Duty (GD) and Special Armed Force (SAF) roles across the state; Constable (Driver) and Radio Operator posts are filled through separate exams.
The selection process has two merit-bearing stages: a Written Exam (100 marks) and a Physical Efficiency Test or PET (100 marks) — both scores are combined to form the final merit list. This is a key difference from many other state police exams where the physical test is only qualifying.
The exam is conducted irregularly, typically every 1–2 years. The most recent completed cycle (2025) filled 7,500 posts — written exam was held in October–December 2025, PET in February–March 2026, and final unit allotment was released on April 30, 2026. Previous cycles filled 7,411 posts (2023) and 4,000 posts (2020); the 2017 Vyapam drive advertised 14,088 posts including ASI and Head Constable. A separate Band Constable recruitment for 679 posts was notified on 31 March 2026. On 23 July 2026 the Madhya Pradesh Home Department granted administrative approval for 9,662 police posts, of which 8,500 belong to the constable cadre (7,500 GD + 1,000 Driver); both have now been advertised by MPESB.
💡 Key Update (10 November 2026): Applications for the Police Constable (GD) Recruitment 2026 (7,500 posts: 6,800 non-SAF for men and women + 700 SAF for men only) closed on 6 October 2026 and corrections on 11 October 2026. The online written exam is tentatively from 19 November 2026 in two shifts (10 AM–12 noon and 3–5 PM). The admit card has not been released as on 10 November 2026; download it from esb.mp.gov.in using your application number once it is out. Separately, the Constable (Driver) exam (1,000 posts) closed applications on 29 October 2026, with its exam tentatively from 4 January 2027.
📏 MP Police Height 2026 – At a Glance
- 👨 Male (UR / OBC / SC): 168 cm · chest 81 cm → 86 cm expanded
- 👨 Male (ST): 160 cm · chest 76 cm → 81 cm expanded
- 🪖 SAF Male (UR / OBC): 168 cm · chest 79 cm → 84 cm expanded
- 👩 Female (all categories): 155 cm · no chest requirement
Qualifying only — no relaxation. Full PET marks and events in section 6.
Background (23 July 2026): On 23 July 2026 the Madhya Pradesh Home Department issued four orders granting administrative approval for 9,662 direct-recruitment police posts — the largest MP Police drive in recent years, linked to force requirements ahead of Simhastha 2028 in Ujjain. The approved posts include 7,500 Constable (General Duty), 1,000 Constable (Driver), 135 Stenographer (Subedar-M), 520 Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial) and 507 Subedar / Sub-Inspector posts across district force, SAF, fingerprint, armament and photography units. Recruitment is conducted by MPESB; the 7,500 GD posts were advertised on 9 September 2026 and the 1,000 Constable (Driver) posts through a separate rule book on 7 October 2026.
2. 📅 Important Dates – MP Police Constable 2026
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Cycle (7,500 Posts) – Notification Released | 13 September 2025 | ✓ Released |
| 2025 Cycle – Written Exam (CBT) | 30 Oct – 15 Dec 2025 | ✓ Released |
| 2025 Cycle – Written Exam Result | 25 January 2026 | ✓ Released |
| 2025 Cycle – PET Conducted | 23 Feb – 13 Mar 2026 | ✓ Released |
| 2025 Cycle – Final Result Released | 9 April 2026 | ✓ Released |
| 2025 Cycle – Unit Allotment Released | 30 April 2026 | ✓ Released |
| MPESB Exam Calendar 2026 Released | 5 January 2026 | ✓ Released |
| Band Recruitment 2026 – Notification (679 posts) | 31 March 2026 | ✓ Released |
| MP Govt Approves 9,662 Police Posts (8,500 Constable Cadre) | 23 July 2026 | ✓ Released |
| 🆕 2026 Cycle – MPESB Advertisement (7,500 Constable GD) | 9 September 2026 | ✓ Released |
| 2026 Cycle – Online Application (closed) | 22 September – 6 October 2026 | ✓ Released |
| 2026 Cycle – Application Correction Window (closed) | 22 September – 11 October 2026 | ✓ Released |
| Constable (Driver) 2026 – Rule Book Released (1,000 posts) | 7 October 2026 | ✓ Released |
| Constable (Driver) 2026 – Online Application (closed) | 15 – 29 October 2026 | ✓ Released |
| 2026 Cycle – Admit Card | TBN ⚠️ (not released as on 10 Nov 2026) | TBN |
| 2026 Cycle – Written Exam (CBT) | 19 November 2026 onwards (tentative) | 🔔 Scheduled |
| 2026 Cycle – PET / PST / DV / Medical | TBN ⚠️ | TBN |
| Constable (Driver) 2026 – Written Exam | 4 January 2027 onwards (tentative) | 🔔 Scheduled |
⚠️ TBN = To Be Notified. The 2025 cycle (7,500 posts) is fully completed. The 2026 GD dates above are from the MPESB rule book of 9 September 2026 and the Driver dates from the rule book of 7 October 2026; exam dates are tentative. Always verify the final schedule at esb.mp.gov.in before taking any action.
3. Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit – 2026 Rule Book (as on 6 October 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved – Male (MP domicile) | 18 years | 33 years |
| EWS – Male (MP domicile) | 18 years | 33 years |
| Out-of-state candidates (men & women) | 18 years | 33 years (no relaxation) |
| Women – all categories (MP domicile) | 18 years | 38 years |
| SC / ST / OBC – Male (MP domicile) | 18 years | 38 years |
| MP Govt / Corporation / Board employees & Home Guards – Male (MP domicile) | 18 years | 38 years |
| Inter-caste marriage incentive awardee (MP domicile) | 18 years | 38 years (men) · 43 years (women) |
| Vikram Award winner (MP domicile) | 18 years | 38 years (UR men) · 43 years (women & reserved-category men) |
| Ex-Servicemen (MP domicile) | 18 years | Age minus defence service; result may exceed the limit by up to 3 years |
* As per the MPESB 2026 rule book, age is counted on 6 October 2026. For most candidates the ceiling is 38 years. The incentive relaxation (up to 5 years for Vikram Award winners and inter-caste marriage incentive awardees) is given on top of the general relaxation, which is how some candidates reach 43 years (see the table); if you qualify for more than one incentive, only the single most beneficial one applies. All relaxations apply only to MP domicile candidates; out-of-state applicants are treated as Unreserved and get 33 years.
4. Vacancies & Posts – MP Police 2026
| Post Name | Department | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Constable (General Duty – GD), non-SAF | MP Police (District Forces) | 6,800 posts in the 2026 GD exam – open to men and women (2,380 reserved for women, 680 ex-servicemen, 1,020 Home Guards) |
| Constable (Special Armed Force – SAF) | MP Police (Armed Wing) | 700 posts in the 2026 GD exam – men only (70 ex-servicemen, 105 Home Guards) |
| Constable (Driver) | MP Police | 1,000 posts (200 SAF + 800 District Force, men only) – separate exam: rule book 7 Oct 2026, applications 15–29 Oct 2026 (closed), exam from 4 Jan 2027 (tentative) |
| Constable (Radio Operator – Technical) | MP Police (Telecom Wing) | Not part of the 2026 GD exam – recruited separately; check its own notice for eligibility |
Vacancy History
| Year | Vacancies | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7500 | Most recent completed cycle – final result April 2026, unit allotment April 30, 2026 |
| 2023 | 7411 | Completed – unit allotment by PHQ April 22, 2025 |
| 2020 | 4000 | Mid-cycle recruitment |
| 2017 | 14088 | Vyapam 2017 – total includes ASI and Head Constable posts, not constables alone |
| 2026 (Band) | 679 | Band Constable – notified 31 March 2026, applications 5–19 April 2026 (no written exam) |
| 2026 (GD) | 7500 | MPESB rule book 9 Sep 2026 – 6,800 non-SAF (male & female) + 700 SAF (male only); applications closed 6 Oct 2026, exam from 19 Nov 2026 |
| 2026 (Driver) | 1000 | Constable (Driver) – separate MPESB rule book 7 Oct 2026 (200 SAF + 800 District Force, men only); applied 15–29 Oct 2026, exam from 4 Jan 2027 (tentative) |
⚠️ Note: Applications for the 7,500 GD posts closed on 6 October 2026; the written exam is from 19 November 2026 (tentative). The 1,000 Driver posts are a separate exam (applications 15–29 October 2026, exam from 4 January 2027, tentative). The state has said the 9,662 approved posts are the first tranche of a wider plan to fill roughly 18,000 police vacancies. Check the category-wise (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) split in the official rule book at esb.mp.gov.in.
5. Exam Pattern – Written Test 2026
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Reasoning | 40 | 40 |
| Intellectual Ability & Mental Ability | 30 | 30 |
| Science & Simple Arithmetic | 30 | 30 |
| TOTAL | 100 | 100 |
📌 Key Exam Rules
- ✓ Each correct answer: +1 mark
- ✓ No negative marking — attempt all 100 questions
- ★ Written exam marks are NOT qualifying — they count toward final merit
- ℹ Language: Hindi (as per the 2026 rule book)
- ℹ Difficulty level: Class 8 standard (MP Board), as per the official syllabus
- ℹ Final merit = normalised written score + PET marks (MPESB converts the written percentile into a standardised score before adding the PET)
- ℹ Two shifts a day: 10:00 AM–12:00 noon and 3:00–5:00 PM; results are worked out on a percentile basis so scores are comparable across shifts
- ℹ About 7× the vacancies (by category) are called to the PET based on the written-exam cut-off percentile
6. MP Police Height & Physical Test 2026 (PST & PET)
💡 MP Police Physical Test is Merit-Based: Unlike most state police exams, both the Physical Standard Test (PST) and the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) are part of the selection process. PST is qualifying only, but PET carries 100 marks that are added to your written exam score. Train hard for PET — it directly impacts your final rank.
Height & Chest (PST) – 2026 Advertisement – Qualifying Only
| Category | Height | Chest | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male – UR / OBC / SC (non-SAF) | 168 cm | 81 cm unexpanded / 86 cm expanded | Proportionate |
| Male – ST (non-SAF) | 160 cm | 76 cm unexpanded / 81 cm expanded | Proportionate |
| Male – SAF (UR / OBC) | 168 cm | 79 cm unexpanded / 84 cm expanded | Proportionate |
| Male – SAF (SC / ST / Maratha) | 165 cm | 79 cm unexpanded / 84 cm expanded | Proportionate |
| Male – SAF (Gorkha / Garhwali / Kumaoni) | 157 cm | 79 cm unexpanded / 84 cm expanded | Proportionate |
| Female – All Categories (non-SAF) | 155 cm | Not applicable | Proportionate |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Carries 100 Marks (GD Posts)
| Event | Male (Constable GD) | Female (Constable GD) |
|---|---|---|
| 800m Run (40 marks, 1 chance) | Full 40 marks at 2 min 4.2 s (124.2 s) or faster · 0 marks slower than 3 min 18.3 s | Full 40 marks at 2 min 56 s (176 s) or faster · 0 marks slower than 4 min 21.8 s |
| Long Jump (30 marks, 3 chances) | Full 30 marks at 5.57 m or more · 0 marks below 2.96 m | Full 30 marks at 4.36 m or more · 0 marks below 2.04 m |
| Shot Put (30 marks, 3 chances) | 7.26 kg: full 30 marks at 8.76 m or more · 0 marks below 3.83 m | 4 kg: full 30 marks at 7.20 m or more · 0 marks below 2.85 m |
Relaxed PET Scoring – Home Guards & Ex-Servicemen
| Category | 800m Run | Long Jump | Shot Put |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Guard / Ex-Servicemen (Male) | 40 marks at 2 min 26.5 s or faster · 0 slower than 3 min 44.5 s | 30 marks at 4.84 m+ · 0 below 2.23 m | 30 marks at 8.73 m+ · 0 below 3.51 m (7.26 kg) |
| Home Guard / Ex-Servicemen (Female) | 40 marks at 3 min 40 s or faster · 0 slower than 5 min 5.8 s | 30 marks at 3.82 m+ · 0 below 1.50 m | 30 marks at 7.05 m+ · 0 below 2.70 m (4 kg) |
📊 How PET marks work (2026): There is no single pass mark per event. Each event is scored on a sliding scale: 800m run up to 40 marks, long jump up to 30 and shot put up to 30, for a total of 100. You get one attempt at the run and three attempts each at long jump and shot put. You must score at least 30 out of 100 overall, and your PET marks are added to your written score for the final merit list. About seven times the number of vacancies (by category) are called to the PET based on written-exam percentile.
* Height, chest and PET scoring are from the MPESB Police Constable (GD) 2026 rule book (Schedule 1). Chest must expand by at least 5 cm. Medical: eyesight at least 6/9 in one eye and 6/12 in the other without glasses, normal colour vision, no knock-knee or flat foot. No relaxation is given in physical standards at any stage. See the full mark-by-mark table in the rule book at esb.mp.gov.in.
7. Detailed Syllabus – MP Police Constable 2026
📰 General Knowledge & Reasoning (40 Qs)
- ▸MP History: medieval kingdoms, Maratha period, freedom movement
- ▸MP Geography: rivers, districts, national parks, tribal regions
- ▸MP Culture: folk arts, festivals, tribal culture, famous personalities
- ▸Indian Constitution: fundamental rights, duties, DPSP, amendments
- ▸Current Affairs: national and state-level events
- ▸Analogies, syllogisms, coding-decoding
- ▸Visual memory, blood relations, series completion
- ▸Important awards, sports, science & technology news
🧠 Intellectual & Mental Ability (30 Qs)
- ▸Logical reasoning and analytical thinking
- ▸Number series and letter series
- ▸Direction and distance problems
- ▸Classification and odd-one-out
- ▸Matrix-based and pattern recognition questions
- ▸Verbal and non-verbal reasoning
- ▸Statement and conclusions / assumptions
- ▸Puzzle-based reasoning (seating arrangement, scheduling)
🔬 Science & Simple Arithmetic (30 Qs)
- ▸Physics: force, motion, light, sound, electricity (Class 8 level)
- ▸Chemistry: elements, acids & bases, metals & non-metals
- ▸Biology: human body, diseases, nutrition, environment
- ▸Percentages, ratios, and proportions
- ▸Average, profit & loss, simple & compound interest
- ▸Time, speed & distance; time and work
- ▸Simplification and number system
- ▸Basic algebra and mensuration
ℹ️ Note: The official syllabus lists only the three sections and their marks; the topic lists above are an indicative guide based on past papers. ✅ 2026 Preparation Tip: Focus heavily on MP-specific GK (history, geography, culture, government schemes) as it carries significant weight in the General Knowledge section. Use a dedicated MP GK book alongside standard preparation.
8. 💰 Salary & Benefits – MP Police Constable
Under MP Government rules (GAD circular of 12 December 2019, quoted in the 2026 rule book), new recruits get a stipend of 70% of the scale minimum in year 1 (₹13,650), 80% in year 2 (₹15,600) and 90% in year 3 (₹17,550), and the full pay scale from year 4. Other allowances are paid as sanctioned by the state government from time to time. We do not show an in-hand figure because it depends on the current MP DA rate, which we have not verified.
Key Allowances & Benefits
- ✓Dearness Allowance (DA)
- ✓House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- ✓Medical & Health Benefits
- ✓Uniform Allowance
- ✓Travelling Allowance
- ✓Government Pension (NPS)
- ✓Job posting across MP state
- ✓Annual increment and promotions
📌 Career Growth: Constables can rise through the ranks — Head Constable → Sub-Inspector (SI) → Inspector — through departmental exams and promotions. MP Police also has internal quota for SI promotion exams exclusively for serving constables.
9. How to Apply – MP Police Constable 2026
⚠️ Applications are closed: the 2026 GD window ran from 22 September to 6 October 2026. The steps below show how the MPESB process works, for reference and for the next cycle.
- 1Visit the Official WebsiteGo to esb.mp.gov.in — the official portal of MPESB. All applications must be submitted here only.
- 2New RegistrationClick "Apply Online" → complete one-time registration with your name, mobile number, and email address. Save your login credentials.
- 3Fill Application FormLog in and carefully fill in all details — personal information, educational qualifications, category, and post preference.
- 4Upload DocumentsUpload a recent passport-size photograph, signature, and any required certificates (domicile, category certificate) as per the specified format and size.
- 5Pay Application FeeGeneral: ₹500 (exam) + ₹200 (dept. fee) | SC/ST/OBC/EWS (MP): ₹250 + ₹100 | Portal fee: ₹60 (registered Citizen User: ₹20). Payment via online mode (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI). The 2026 window closed on 6 October 2026.
- 6Submit & Download ConfirmationReview all details before final submission. Download and print the application confirmation slip for future reference.
Official Website
esb.mp.gov.in →Visit for latest notifications, admit cards, results, and answer keys.
10. Best Books for MP Police Constable 2026
| Subject | Book Title | Author | Why Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | Lucent's General Knowledge | Dr. Binay KarnaFind on Amazon | Comprehensive GK coverage for all police exams |
| MP Specific GK | Madhya Pradesh Ek Parichay | McGraw Hill / Punekar | Best MP-focused GK for MPESB exams |
| Arithmetic / Maths | Quantitative Aptitude | R.S. AggarwalFind on Amazon | Covers all arithmetic topics with practice sets |
| Reasoning | A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning | R.S. AggarwalFind on Amazon | Standard text for mental ability sections |
| Science | Lucent's General Science / NCERT Class 6–10 | Lucent / NCERTFind on Amazon | Exact level of science questions asked in MP Police |
| Practice Sets | MP Police Constable Practice Workbook | Arihant / Examcart | Previous year questions + full mock tests |
11. Expert Tips – How to Crack MP Police Constable 2026
12. Frequently Asked Questions – MP Police Constable 2026
Is there negative marking in the MP Police Constable 2026 written exam?+
No — there is no negative marking in the MP Police Constable written examination. Each correct answer earns 1 mark, and incorrect answers carry zero marks. This means you should attempt all 100 questions without fear of penalty.
Does the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) carry marks in MP Police?+
Yes — unlike many other police exams where the physical test is only qualifying, the MP Police PET carries 100 marks for General Duty (GD) posts. These marks are added to the written exam marks to create the final merit list. So both the written exam and physical test together determine your final rank.
Can candidates from other states apply for MP Police Constable 2026?+
Yes, candidates from all Indian states can apply for MP Police Constable 2026. However, category-based reservations (OBC/SC/ST) and fee concessions apply only to candidates who are permanent residents (domicile) of Madhya Pradesh. Out-of-state candidates are treated as the Unreserved (General) category.
What is the minimum educational qualification for ST category candidates?+
Candidates from the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category have a relaxed educational qualification. They are eligible to apply if they have passed Class 8 (Middle School / Matriculation Part I). For General, OBC, and SC candidates, the minimum qualification is Class 10 (Matriculation).
What is the height required for MP Police Constable 2026?+
As per the 2026 MPESB rule book: for non-SAF posts, male candidates of UR, OBC and SC categories need a minimum height of 168 cm and ST male candidates need 160 cm, with chest 81 cm unexpanded / 86 cm expanded (ST: 76 cm / 81 cm). Female candidates of all categories need 155 cm. For SAF posts (men only), UR/OBC need 168 cm, SC/ST/Maratha 165 cm and Gorkha/Garhwali/Kumaoni 157 cm, all with chest 79 cm / 84 cm. The physical measurement test is qualifying only, and there is no relaxation in these standards. Confirm your category row in the rule book at esb.mp.gov.in.
What is the MP Police vacancy 2026 and is the application still open?+
MPESB released the Police Constable (GD) Recruitment 2026 rule book on 9 September 2026 for 7,500 posts — 6,800 non-SAF posts (open to men and women) and 700 SAF posts (men only). Online applications ran from 22 September to 6 October 2026, with corrections up to 11 October 2026, so the window is now closed. The written exam is tentatively from 19 November 2026. The 1,000 Constable (Driver) posts are a separate exam: applications ran from 15 to 29 October 2026 and its exam is tentatively from 4 January 2027.
When will the MP Police Constable 2026 admit card be released?+
As on 10 November 2026, MPESB has not released the admit card for the Constable (GD) 2026 exam, and no release date has been officially announced. It will be available on esb.mp.gov.in, and you will need your application number to download it. Carry the printed admit card, an original photo ID and your Aadhaar details to the exam centre, because biometric verification is mandatory.
How many MP Police vacancies were approved in 2026?+
A total of 9,662 posts were approved on 23 July 2026 across four Home Department orders. The constable cadre accounts for 8,500 of these — 7,500 Constable (General Duty) and 1,000 Constable (Driver). The remaining 1,162 cover 135 Stenographer (Subedar-M), 520 Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial) and 507 Subedar / Sub-Inspector posts (81 Subedar, 312 SI District Force, 69 SI SAF and 45 SI in technical units such as fingerprint, armament and photography). The state government has indicated this is the first tranche of a wider plan to fill around 18,000 police vacancies.
How is the MP Police PET scored and what is the minimum score?+
In the 2026 GD exam the PET is worth 100 marks: 800m run up to 40, long jump up to 30 and shot put up to 30, each scored on a sliding scale. A man needs about 2 min 4 s in the 800m, 5.57 m in long jump and 8.76 m in shot put (7.26 kg) for full marks; a woman needs 2 min 56 s or faster, 4.36 m and 7.20 m (4 kg). You must score at least 30 out of 100 overall, and PET marks are added to your normalised written score for the final merit list.
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Disclaimer: Information provided is for general guidance based on official MPESB notifications (Police Constable GD 2026 rule book of 9 September 2026 and Constable Driver 2026 rule book of 7 October 2026), Madhya Pradesh Home Department orders, exam calendars, and publicly available government data. Exam patterns, dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, and fee structures may change with each recruitment cycle. We are not affiliated with MPESB or any government body. Always verify all details from the official notification at esb.mp.gov.in before taking any action including submitting applications, paying fees, or making preparation decisions.