MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: A new recruitment drive has been announced in Madhya Pradesh for young individuals aspiring to join the police force. The MP Police has released over 600 vacancies for the posts of Constable (Band). The official advertisement for this recruitment has been issued by the Office of the Inspector General of Police, Visbal (Headquarters), Police Headquarters, Bhopal. The online application process commenced on April 5, 2026. Candidates who have passed the 12th grade are being offered the opportunity to participate in this recruitment drive. If you have successfully cleared your Intermediate (12th grade) examination, you are eligible to apply.
MP Police Recruitment 2026: Constable (Band) – Important Dates
This MP Police Constable (Band) recruitment constitutes a direct recruitment into the police force. Only male candidates are eligible to apply for these positions; there are no vacancies reserved for female candidates in this recruitment drive. Consequently, this recruitment presents an excellent opportunity, particularly for male aspirants.
Start Date for Online Applications: April 5, 2026
Last Date for Online Applications: April 19, 2026
Dates for Online Application Correction/Modification: April 5, 2026 onwards
Final Date for Online Application Correction/Modification: April 24, 2026
MP Police Constable (Band) Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: To apply for the post of MP Police Constable (Band), candidates must have passed the 10th-grade examination under the 10+2 system, the Higher Secondary (12th-grade) examination, or an equivalent examination from a recognized board. However, candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes (ST) may apply if they have passed the 8th-grade examination or an equivalent examination. No relaxation will be granted regarding the prescribed educational qualifications.
Age Limit: As of April 19, 2026, the candidate must have completed a minimum age of 18 years and must not exceed the maximum prescribed age limit. For male candidates belonging to the Unreserved category, EWS (Economically Weaker Sections), and candidates from other states, the maximum permissible age is 33 years. Conversely, for candidates belonging to Reserved categories—specifically SC (Scheduled Castes), ST (Scheduled Tribes), and OBC (Other Backward Classes)—the maximum age limit is 38 years. Provisions have been made to grant age relaxations to reserved categories in accordance with the rules. Candidates honored with the 'Vikram Award' will be granted an age relaxation of up to 5 years.
**Key Details of MP Police Constable Recruitment**
**Recruitment Board:** Office of the Inspector General of Police, Visbal (Headquarters), Police Headquarters
**Vacancies:** 679
**Application Start Date:** April 05, 2026
**Salary:** ₹19,500 – ₹62,000
**Selection Process:** Skill Test, Band Performance Test, Interview
**Application Fee:** Departmental Examination Fee (Police Department) — Unreserved: ₹500/-
For SC/ST/OBC/EWS Candidates (Domiciles of MP only): ₹250/-
An additional portal fee of ₹150 (payable to MP Online) will also be applicable.
To apply for the Constable (Band) recruitment, it is mandatory to possess knowledge of playing musical instruments. Candidates must be proficient in playing the Piccolo, Concert Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone, French Horn, Trumpet, Cornet, Trombone, Bassoon, Euphonium, Bass Tuba, Bagpipes, Tenor Drum, Bugle, Side Drum, or Bass Drum. Additionally, proficiency in playing the Keyboard/Organ/Piano, Guitar, Violin/Viola/String Bass, Percussion/Drums, or Indian Classical Instruments has been designated as a desirable qualification.
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