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MP Police Constable Driver Notification 2026

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board has issued the rulebook for the Constable (Driver) Recruitment 2026 under the Police Headquarters, Home (Police) Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. A total of 1,000 Constable (Driver) posts are available, of which 200 posts belong to the Special Armed Force and 800 posts are for the District Police Force and other non-Special Armed Force units.

Candidates must be Indian citizens, male, and satisfy the educational qualification, age criteria, and possess a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle Driving Licence. Applications are accepted only through the MP Online portal from 15 October 2026 to 29 October 2026.

Download the MPESB Constable Driver 2026 Official Rulebook PDF from the MPESB website for full recruitment details.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Special Armed Force – Category-Wise Distribution

District Police Force – Category-Wise Distribution

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Educational Qualification

• Driving Licence Requirement: All candidates must hold a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) Driving Licence at the time of application.
• Trade Test: A qualifying practical driving trade test will be conducted; passing it is mandatory for final selection.
• Domicile Condition: Non-residents of Madhya Pradesh can apply only against Unreserved (Open) vacancies and are not eligible for reservation or age-relaxation benefits.

Age Limit (as on 29 October 2026)

Minimum age is 18 years for all categories.

Salary Structure for MP Police Constable Driver

Application Fee

MPESB Examination Fee

Police Department Examination Fee

Portal Charges: Rs.60 additional charge for MP Online kiosk registration; Rs.20 for registered citizen user login.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection process involves two major stages:

Stage 1 – Online Written Examination

Subject-Wise Marks Distribution

Exam Shift Timings

Shortlisting for Stage 2

Candidates meeting the written exam cut-off percentile — up to seven times the advertised vacancies under vertical reservation — will be shortlisted for Stage 2. Candidates with the same cut-off percentile will also be called even if the total exceeds seven times the vacancy count.

Stage 2 – Physical Efficiency Test, Document Verification & Trade Test

• Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Maximum 40 marks; 800-metre run. Minimum qualifying marks: 20% in the run and at least 8 out of 40 total PET marks (30%). One opportunity per candidate.
• Document Verification: Original eligibility documents will be verified. All certificates must be available by 29 October 2026.
• Trade Test (Driving): Qualifying in nature — candidates must pass the practical driving trade test for final selection.
• Final Selection: Based on percentile in the first-stage written exam, subject to qualifying PET, Trade Test, and successful document verification.

Physical Standards (Special Armed Force – General/OBC Male)

• Height: Minimum 168 cm
• Chest: 79 cm unexpanded / 84 cm expanded
• Category-specific standards are prescribed in the official rulebook.

Important Note: Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Madhya Pradesh as per departmental requirements and will not be allotted their home district. A minimum of 5 years of service in a unit is required before transfer eligibility to another unit.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications)
• Valid Heavy Motor Vehicle Driving Licence
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate of Madhya Pradesh (if claiming reservation)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN / Driving Licence / Passport)
• Downloaded Admit Card and black ball-point pen must be carried to the examination centre
• Aadhaar registration is mandatory; Aadhaar must remain unlocked during biometric verification
• Mobile phones, calculators, digital watches, log tables, and prohibited electronic devices are not allowed
• All required eligibility certificates must be available by 29 October 2026
• Candidates must keep the online application number safe for downloading the admit card
• The number of advertised vacancies may increase or decrease

How to Apply for MP Police Constable Driver Recruitment 2026

1. Visit MP Online website at www.mponline.gov.in
2. Open Citizen Services
3. Select the MPESB/ESB application link
4. Open the MP Police Constable Driver Recruitment 2026 application
5. Read the examination instructions and rulebook carefully
6. Complete Aadhaar-based registration as required
7. Fill in personal, educational, category and other required details
8. Upload the prescribed photograph and supporting details
9. Pay the applicable examination and portal fee
10. Submit the application form and save the application number

MP Police Constable Driver Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for MP Police Constable Driver Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application for MP Police Constable Driver posts is 29 October 2026. The application window opens on 15 October 2026 and closes on 29 October 2026. Application correction is available from 15 October 2026 to 03 November 2026.

What is the written examination date for MP Police Constable Driver?

The online written examination for MP Police Constable Driver 2026 is scheduled to begin on 04 January 2027. The exam will be conducted in Hindi language with 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks over a duration of 2 hours. Two shifts are planned: First shift from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and Second shift from 03:00 PM to 05:00 PM.

What is the application fee for MP Police Constable Driver Recruitment?

The application fee has two components. The MPESB examination fee is Rs.500 for Unreserved candidates and Rs.250 for MP-domicile SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates. The Police Department examination fee is Rs.200 for Unreserved candidates and Rs.100 for MP-domicile SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates. A portal charge of Rs.60 (MP Online kiosk) or Rs.20 (registered user login) is additionally applicable.

What is the salary for MP Police Constable Driver?

The pay scale for Constable (Driver) is Rs.19,500 to Rs.62,000 per month. During the initial training/probation period, a stipend is payable at 70% of the minimum pay scale in the first year, 80% in the second year, and 90% in the third year. Other allowances and benefits sanctioned by the Madhya Pradesh State Government will also apply.

What is the total number of vacancies in MP Police Constable Driver 2026?

There are a total of 1,000 Constable (Driver) vacancies — 200 posts in the Special Armed Force and 800 posts in the District Police Force and other non-Special Armed Force units. These include horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen and Home Guard categories.

Is MP Police Constable Driver a permanent government job?

Yes. The Constable (Driver) posts under the Police Headquarters, Home (Police) Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh are regular state cadre posts. Selected candidates are entitled to all benefits applicable to Madhya Pradesh State Government employees, including allowances and service benefits as per rules. The salary stipend structure during the initial three years is part of the training/probation period standard for MP Police constable recruitments.

What is the minimum qualification for MP Police Constable Driver?

Candidates from Unreserved, SC, and OBC categories must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) under the 10+2 system, Higher Secondary, or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board/Institution. ST candidates must have passed Class 8 or equivalent. Additionally, all candidates must possess a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle Driving Licence and must pass a qualifying practical driving trade test for final selection.