MP Police Band Constable Recruitment 2026: Apply for 679 Vacancies

The Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB), in coordination with the Madhya Pradesh Police Department, has officially released the recruitment notification for musical specialists. The Download Official MP Police Constable (Band) Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF provides comprehensive details regarding the 679 available positions. Candidates looking to build a career in the Official portal for MP Police Department can review the necessary criteria, registration timelines, and selection procedures outlined below.

MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Highlights

Before proceeding with the application process, candidates should review the core highlights of this recruitment cycle:

Feature	Details
MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Highlights
Organization	Madhya Pradesh Police Department
Post	Constable (Band)
Vacancies	679
Mode of Application	Online
Registration Dates	5th to 19th April 2026
Eligible	Male only
Age Limit	18 to 33 years
Selection Process	Written Examination, Physical Proficiency Test, and Medical Examination
Pay Scale	Rs. 19,500-62,000 (Level 4)
Official Website	https://www.mppolice.gov.in/en

Important Dates and Schedule

Mark your calendars with the critical milestones associated with the application window, correction phase, and official announcement.

Events	Dates
Notification	5th April 2026
Apply Online Starts	5th April 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	19th April 2026
Application Correction Window	24th April 2026

To initiate your submission, applicants can use the following portal link: Click Here to Apply Online: MP Constable Band Recruitment 2026 (Link Active).

Vacancy Distribution Breakdown

The total capacity of 679 openings is split across various open categories, home guard quotas, and ex-servicemen positions as outlined below.

Category	UR		SC	ST	OBC			EWS	Grand Total
	27%	13%	16%	20%	27%	14%	13%	10%	100%
Open	138	66	81	102	137	71	66	51	509
HG (Home Guard)	28	13	16	20	28	15	13	10	102
Ex. Servicemen	18	09	11	14	18	09	09	07	68
Total	184	88	108	136	183	95	88	68	679

Eligibility Criteria and Requirements

To qualify for the selection stages, applicants must fulfill strict educational, age, and professional criteria. Note that this recruitment drive is exclusively open to male candidates.

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed the 10th (Matriculation) examination from a recognized board.
• For Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates, the minimum educational qualification is 8th Pass.
• Candidates must hold a valid Employment Registration in Madhya Pradesh.
• Candidates must have proficiency in playing at least one musical instrument from the prescribed list.

Age Limit (as on 19/04/2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 33 Years
• Age relaxation will be provided as per Madhya Pradesh government rules for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories.

Application Fee Structure

Application processing fees vary depending on the category of the applicant:

Category	Application Fee
Unreserved Category	Rs. 500/-
SC/ ST/ OBC/ EWS	Rs. 250/-

Selection Process Overview

The selection pipeline evaluates candidates through a series of skill evaluations, performance assessments, interviews, and fitness tests.

Selection Stages	Marks
Skill Test	Qualifying in Nature
Band Performance Test	60 marks (Bonus – 15)
Interview	25 marks
Physical Measurement Test (PMT)	Qualifying in Nature
Medical Examination	Qualifying in Nature

Physical Measurement Test (PMT) Standards

Candidates must meet standard physical dimensions to clear the PMT phase.

Category	Height	Chest (Without Expansion)	Chest (With Expansion)
General, OBC & EWS	168 cm	81 cm	86 cm
Ex-Servicemen, SC, ST	165 cm	79 cm	84 cm
Gorkha, Garhwali, Kumaoni	158 cm	76 cm	81 cm

Salary Structure

Selected candidates will receive competitive remuneration as per the state guidelines.

Post Name	Salary
Constable (Band)	Rs. 19,500/- to Rs. 62,000/- (Pay Level 4)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many total vacancies are available in MP Police Band Constable Recruitment 2026?

There are a total of 679 Constable (Band) vacancies available under this recruitment notification.

What is the age limit for MP Police Band Constable 2026?

The age limit is 18 to 33 years as of 19/04/2026, with age relaxations provided for reserved categories as per MP government rules.

What are the online registration dates?

The online registration process runs from 5th April 2026 to 19th April 2026.

What is the salary scale for the Constable (Band) post?

Selected candidates will receive a pay scale ranging from Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 62,000 under Pay Level 4.