Overview
MP Police has announced recruitment of 679 Band Constable posts for 2026. Applications are accepted online from 5 April to 19 April 2026. Eligibility requires 12th/10th/8th standard, male only, and MP domicile for reservation benefits. Application fee is Rs 500 for UR and Rs 250 for reserved categories. Selection involves a skill test, Band Vadana test, and interview, with final merit based on 100 marks. Salary ranges from Rs 19,500 to ₹62,000 with stipends and allowances. Vacancies include 458 open, 92 Home Guard, and 59 Ex‑Servicemen positions.
Key Details
- Organization
- MP Police
- Qualification
- 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent for UR/OBC/EWS; 8th Class or equivalent for ST; must have knowledge of any one instrument from List “A” (mandatory) and List “B” (desirable for bonus marks)
- Vacancies
- 679
Important Dates
| apply_online_start | 05-04-2026 |
| apply_online_last | 19-04-2026 |
| correction_last | 24-04-2026 |
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Vacancy Details
Total Open: 458; Home Guard: 92; Ex-Servicemen: 59
Selection Process
Skill Test (Screening – Phase‑I) – qualifying test on List “A” instrument; Band Vadana Test (Phase‑II – 75 marks) – 60 marks for List “A” instrument, 15 bonus marks for List “B” instruments; Interview (Phase‑III – 25 marks) – based on trade knowledge, personality, general knowledge, etc. Final merit list on 100 marks; tie‑breaker: higher age; final selection subject to document verification, medical examination and character verification
How to Apply
Visit the official MP Online website and register, Fill the online application form with all mandatory details, Upload required documents and a recent photograph, Pay the application fee online (if applicable), Submit the form and print the application for future reference, Keep the application number safe for downloading the admit card, Ensure Aadhaar registration is completed, Only male candidates are eligible; female candidates need not apply
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for MP Police Band Constable Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 679 Posts?
apply online start: 05-04-2026; apply online last: 19-04-2026; correction last: 24-04-2026
What is the application fee?
UR: Rs 500; SC/ST/OBC/EWS: Rs 250; MP Online Wallet Charges: Rs 150 + 18% GST
What is the age limit?
Minimum Age: 18 Years; Maximum Age: 33 Years (UR/EWS), 38 Years (Reserved/HG/Govt Employees). Age relaxation as per rules
What is the selection process?
Skill Test (Screening – Phase‑I) – qualifying test on List “A” instrument; Band Vadana Test (Phase‑II – 75 marks) – 60 marks for List “A” instrument, 15 bonus marks for List “B” instruments; Interview (Phase‑III – 25 marks) – based on trade knowledge, personality, general knowledge, etc. Final merit list on 100 marks; tie‑breaker: higher age; final selection subject to document verification, medical examination and character verification