Particulars | Details |
Recruiting Body | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), for Police Headquarters, Home (Police) Department |
Post Names | Subedar, Sub Inspector (SAF/DEF/Arms/Photo/QD/Finger Print) |
Total Vacancies | 507 Posts |
Job Location | Madhya Pradesh (posting across Police units within/outside the state as per department need) |
Application Mode | Online only |
Application Start Date | 09.09.2026 |
Application Last Date | 23.09.2026 |
Preliminary Exam Date | 28.10.2026 (Wednesday) |
Domicile Requirement | MP domicile mandatory for reservation/age relaxation benefits |
Official Website |
MPESB Subedar Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of all important dates related to this recruitment to avoid missing any deadline. The schedule mentioned below is based on official information and may be updated from time to time.
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Online Application Start Date | 09/09/2026 |
Online Application Last Date | 23/09/2026 |
Online Application Modification Last Date | 28/09/2026 |
Exam Date (Phase 1 - Preliminary Written Exam) | 28/10/2026 |
MPESB Subedar Vacancy 2026 – Post Details
Here, you can find the position wise vacancies detail of each position open under MP Police Subedar Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026 notification. You can find here the number of vacancies, qualification, age limit and pay scale. The complete eligibility criteria of each position open under MPESB MP Police is given below.
Subedar
No. of Vacancies: 81
Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from any recognized university or equivalent
Age Limit: Male MP Unreserved: 33 yrs; Male MP EWS: 33 yrs; Female (all categories, MP domicile): 38 yrs; Male Reserved (SC/ST/OBC, MP domicile): 38 yrs; Other state candidates (all): 33 yrs
Pay Scale: Level 9: Rs. 36200-114800
Sub Inspector (Special Armed Force - SAF)
No. of Vacancies: 69
Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from any recognized university or equivalent
Age Limit: Same as Subedar (Only Male candidates can apply for SAF)
Pay Scale: Level 9: Rs. 36200-114800
Sub Inspector (District Police Force - DEF)
No. of Vacancies: 312
Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from any recognized university or equivalent
Age Limit: Same as Subedar
Pay Scale: Level 9: Rs. 36200-114800
Sub Inspector (Arms) - Technical
No. of Vacancies: 10
Qualification: 3-year Post Graduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized technical university
Age Limit: Same as Subedar
Pay Scale: Level 9: Rs. 36200-114800
Sub Inspector (Photo) - Technical
No. of Vacancies: 9
Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry from a recognized university or equivalent
Age Limit: Same as Subedar
Pay Scale: Level 9: Rs. 36200-114800
Sub Inspector (Questioned Documents - QD) - Technical
No. of Vacancies: 4
Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry from a recognized university or equivalent
Age Limit: Same as Subedar
Pay Scale: Level 9: Rs. 36200-114800
Sub Inspector (Finger Print) - Technical
No. of Vacancies: 22
Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry from a recognized university or equivalent
Age Limit: Same as Subedar
Pay Scale: Level 9: Rs. 36200-114800
MPESB Subedar Eligibility Criteria
Candidate must be a citizen of India.
Non-MP-domicile candidates may apply only under the Unreserved (Open) category, with no reservation or age-relaxation benefit, and a flat maximum age of 33 years.
A candidate with more than 2 living children, one of whom was born on or after 26 January 2001, is not eligible (with an exception where a single subsequent delivery results in twins/multiple births).
MPESB Subedar Qualification
Post Name | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
Subedar | Graduate degree from a recognized university, or equivalent |
Sub Inspector (SAF) | Graduate degree from a recognized university, or equivalent |
Sub Inspector (DEF) | Graduate degree from a recognized university, or equivalent |
Sub Inspector (Arms) | 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized technical university |
Sub Inspector (Photo/QD/Finger Print) | Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry from a recognized university, or equivalent |
MPESB Subedar Age Limit
Age is reckoned as on the last date of online application (23.09.2026).
Category | Max. Age Limit |
|---|---|
Male – MP Unreserved | 33 years |
Male – MP EWS | 33 years |
Male/Female – Other-state domicile (any category) | 33 years |
Female – all categories, MP domicile | 38 years |
Male – MP domicile, reserved (SC/ST/OBC) | 38 years |
Male – MP domicile, government/corporation/board/autonomous body employee or City Militia (Nagar Sainik) | 38 years |
Male – MP domicile, unreserved or reserved, inter-caste marriage | 38 years |
Female – MP domicile, unreserved or reserved, inter-caste marriage | 43 years (38+5) |
Male – MP domicile, unreserved, Vikram Award winner | 38 years (33+5) |
Female – MP domicile, all categories, Vikram Award winner | 43 years (38+5) |
Male – MP domicile, reserved category, Vikram Award winner | 43 years (38+5) |
Ex-Servicemen may deduct their period of armed forces service from actual age, provided the resultant age does not exceed the post's maximum limit by more than 3 years.
If a candidate has more than one basis for age relaxation, only the single relaxation giving the maximum benefit will be granted (relaxations are not cumulative).
Age relaxation is not available to contractual/honorary staff such as Shiksha Karmi or Panchayat Karmi.
Before submitting the application, candidates are advised to verify that they meet the required age criteria. Use our to your exact age as per the official cut-off date.
MPESB Subedar Application Fee
Here is the complete information about MP Police Subedar Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026 application fee. We advise the candidates that read the rules, methods and guidelines in the official notification before any payment of the application fee.
Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
Unreserved (UR) candidates (Direct Recruitment) | Rs. 500/- |
SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates (MP domicile only) (Direct Recruitment) | Rs. 250/- |
Unreserved (UR) candidates (Departmental Exam) | Rs. 200/- |
SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates (MP domicile only) (Departmental Exam) | Rs. 100/- |
MP Online Portal fee (via Kiosk) | Rs. 60/- |
MP Online Portal fee (via Registered Citizen User login) | Rs. 20/- |
MPESB Subedar Salary
All Subedar and Sub Inspector cadre posts (SAF, DEF, Arms, Photo, QD, Finger Print) carry Pay Level 9: ₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800. During the 3-year probation period, stipend is payable at 70% of minimum pay in year 1, 80% in year 2, and 90% in year 3, plus other allowances as approved by the government from time to time. Employees appointed on or after 01.01.2005 are covered under the Defined Contribution Pension Scheme.
MPESB Subedar Selection Process
The detailed selection procedure has been mentioned in the official notification of MP Police Subedar Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026. But we are giving you here the short summary of the selection procedure. The candidates are advised to refer to official notification for selection procedure.
Selection Procedure:
Phase 1 – Preliminary Written Exam (Objective Type): 100 marks, 2 hours duration. Subjects: Hindi Language Comprehension, English Language Comprehension, Analytical Ability, History, Geography, Science, Civics, Basic Computer Knowledge, Reasoning, Current Affairs. No negative marking. Marks of Phase 1 will NOT be counted in final merit. Candidates 10 times the number of vacancies (vertical category-wise) will be shortlisted for Phase 2.
Phase 2 – Main Written Exam:
– Paper I: General Studies (300 marks, 2 hours) – Part A: History & Indian Society (150 marks); Part B: Governance, Constitution, Politics, Social Justice & Legislation (150 marks).
– Paper II: General Studies (300 marks, 2 hours) – Part A: Current Affairs, Technology, Economic Development, Environment & Internal Security (150 marks); Part B: Reasoning & Data Interpretation (150 marks).
– Technical Paper III (Group 1 – Sub Inspector Arms only): Mechanical Engineering based, 300 marks, 2 hours, 100 objective questions, 1/3 negative marking.
– Technical Paper III (Group 2 – Sub Inspector Photo/QD/Finger Print only): Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry based, 300 marks, 2 hours, 100 objective questions, 1/3 negative marking.
Candidates 3 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted for Physical Efficiency Test.Physical Efficiency Test (PET): 100 marks total. Events: 800m Run (max 40 marks, 1 attempt), Long Jump (max 30 marks, 3 attempts), Shot Put (max 30 marks, 3 attempts). Minimum qualifying marks: Non-Technical posts – 30 marks; Technical posts – 20 marks. Separate standards for Male, Female, Ex-Servicemen, and Transgender persons.
Document Verification: Verification of all original certificates/documents during Physical Efficiency Test stage.
Interview/Personality Test: 50 marks. Conducted by the Selection Committee for candidates who qualify PET and document verification.
Medical Examination: Conducted by District Medical Board. Physical standards: Height – Male: 167.5 cm, Female: 152.4 cm; Chest (Male only): Unexpanded min 81 cm, Expanded min 86 cm (min 5 cm expansion); Vision: 6/9 (better eye) and 6/12 (other eye) without glasses; No colour blindness, knock-knee, or flat foot.
Character Verification: As per Home Department order.
Final Merit List: Based on combined marks of Main Written Exam + Physical Efficiency Test + Interview. Tie-breaking by age (older candidate ranked higher).
How to Apply for MPESB Subedar Recruitment 2026
Here is the complete procedure to apply for MP Police Subedar Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026. The candidates should read the complete procedure to apply in the official notification from the links given below.
The application procedure for is not fully online. Candidates are advised to follow the detailed instructions given below.
Visit the official website: www.esb.mp.gov.in
Fill the online application form from 09.09.2026 to 23.09.2026.
Upload scanned color photograph, signature, and handwriting sample as per specifications.
Upload required documents: date of birth proof (8th/10th/12th marksheet), caste certificate (if applicable), EWS certificate (if applicable), disability certificate (if applicable), etc.
Pay the application fee online via Credit/Debit Card, Internet Banking, or through MP Online authorized Kiosk.
Submit the application form and note down the application form number for future reference.
Modifications to the submitted application can be made from 09.09.2026 to 28.09.2026 by paying the modification fee.
Download the admit card from www.esb.mp.gov.in using the online application form number.
MPESB Subedar Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions
Only one application per candidate is permitted; multiple applications will lead to cancellation of candidature.
Aadhaar-based registration is mandatory; candidates must carry Aadhaar/e-Aadhaar details along with a photo ID to the exam.
Electronic devices (mobile phones, calculators, smart watches, Bluetooth devices, etc.) are strictly prohibited in the exam hall.
Candidates must download and bring their exam admit card from the MPESB website; no admit cards are sent by post.
The number of advertised posts may increase or decrease before the exam result is declared.
Government/departmental candidates require prior permission from their appointing authority to sit the exam, and must submit a resignation/relieving order if selected.
Selected candidates will not be posted in their home district and must serve at least 5 years in their allotted unit before being eligible for transfer.
All disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh.
MPESB Subedar Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here