MP Police SI and Subedar Recruitment 2026: Online Applications Begin Today for 507 Vacancies
A major employment opportunity has arrived for aspiring law enforcement candidates in Madhya Pradesh as the official application window for the MP Police Sub-Inspector (SI) and Subedar recruitment opens today, September 9, 2026. Administered through the Madhya Pradesh Staff Selection Board (MPESB), this recruitment drive invites eligible candidates to submit their online applications until September 23, 2026. Aspirants aiming to build a distinguished career in the state police machinery must complete their registrations on the official portal before the final deadline.
Detailed Breakdown of the 507 Vacant Posts
This recruitment cycle aims to fill a total of 507 positions across various specialized and general law enforcement cadres. The category-wise distribution of vacancies includes:
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Subedar: 81 Posts
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Sub-Inspector (Special Armed Forces - SAF): 69 Posts
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Sub-Inspector (District Police Force - DEF): 312 Posts
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Sub-Inspector (Arms) – Technical: 10 Posts
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Sub-Inspector (Photo) – Technical: 9 Posts
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Sub-Inspector (QD) – Technical: 4 Posts
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Sub-Inspector (Finger Print) – Technical: 22 Posts
Educational Qualifications, Age Limits, and Eligibility Criteria
Before initiating the application process, candidates must ensure they meet the mandatory eligibility criteria established by the board:
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Educational Qualification: Applicants must hold a graduation degree from a recognized university or educational institution.
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Age Limits: Candidates must fall within the prescribed age bracket, with the maximum age capped between 33 and 38 years (depending on the specific post category) as of January 1, 2026. Standard age relaxations apply to candidates belonging to reserved categories in accordance with state guidelines.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Apply Online via the Official Portal
Eligible candidates can follow these systematic steps to complete their application process smoothly:
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Visit the official Madhya Pradesh Staff Selection Board website at esb.mp.gov.in.
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Select your preferred language interface (Hindi or English).
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Click on the active link titled "Online Form - Subedar & Sub-Inspector Recruitment Test For Police HQ, Home (Police) - 2026" on the homepage.
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Complete the initial registration by providing basic personal details to generate login credentials.
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Log in using your credentials to fill out the detailed application form and upload necessary documents.
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Pay the prescribed application fee online and submit the final form.
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Download and print a hard copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Application Fee Structure
Applicants are required to pay the application fee based on their respective categories. General category candidates and applicants from other states must pay an application fee of Rs 500, while candidates belonging to OBC, SC, and ST categories are required to pay Rs 2,500. Additionally, a standard portal fee of Rs 60 is applicable to all applicants.
