MP Police Band Constable Bharti 2026 – 8th/10th Pass Apply Online

Key Highlights

Recruiting Authority	O/o Inspector General of Police, Visbal (HQ), Bhopal
Post Name	Constable (Band) / Aarakshak (Band)
Total Vacancies	679
Post Category	Class III, State Cadre
Gender Eligibility	Male only
Minimum Education	Class 8 pass (ST) / Class 10 pass (UR, OBC, SC, EWS)
Age Limit (as on 19.04.2026)	18–33 years (UR/EWS); 18–38 years (Reserved/HG/Govt. Employees)
Pay Scale	₹19,500–₹62,000 (7th CPC, Pay Level-2)
Application Start Date	05 April 2026
Application Last Date	19 April 2026
Correction Window	Up to 24 April 2026
Apply Mode	Online only (mponline.gov.in)
Written Exam	No written exam
Official Website	mppolice.gov.in

Vacancy Details

A total of 679 posts of Constable (Band) have been announced under this recruitment. These are state-level cadre positions, meaning selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Madhya Pradesh except their home district. The vacancies are distributed category-wise as per Madhya Pradesh government reservation norms, including horizontal reservations for Home Guards and Ex-Servicemen. The exact category-wise breakup is available in the official notification PDF at mppolice.gov.in.

Eligibility

Educational Qualification

For candidates belonging to the Unreserved (UR), Other Backward Class (OBC), Scheduled Caste (SC), and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) categories, the minimum requirement is passing Class 10 (Matriculation) or Higher Secondary (10+2) from a recognized board. Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates are eligible with a minimum of Class 8 pass or its equivalent. In addition to academic qualifications, all candidates must possess the ability to play at least one instrument from the prescribed List A. This musical skill is mandatory — candidates without it are not eligible to apply.

List A instruments (mandatory — play at least one): Piccolo, Concert Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, French Horn, Trumpet, Cornet, Trombone, Bassoon, Euphonium, Bass Tuba, Bag Pipe, Tenor Drum, Bugle, Side Drum, Bass Drum.

List B instruments (desirable — bonus marks awarded): Keyboard, Guitar, and Indian Classical instruments such as Sitar, Tabla, Harmonium, and similar instruments as per the official notification.

Age Limit (as on 19 April 2026)

The minimum age is 18 years. The maximum age for Unreserved and EWS candidates is 33 years. For Reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC), Home Guards, and serving government employees, the upper age limit is 38 years as on 19 April 2026. Age relaxation for Vikram Award winners and candidates in inter-caste marriages is available as per MP government rules. Candidates from other states are not eligible for any age relaxation and must apply under the Unreserved category only.

Physical Standards

This recruitment is open to male candidates only. Minimum height and chest measurements are prescribed in the official notification and vary by category. A minimum chest expansion of 5 cm is compulsory wherever applicable. No relaxation is permitted in physical standards at any stage of the process. Physical measurements will be conducted strictly on the notified date; late reporting will result in disqualification.

Vision: Minimum 6/9 in one eye and 6/12 in the other, without spectacles. Candidates must be able to distinguish primary colours.

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates are placed in Pay Level-2 of the 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix, with a pay scale of ₹19,500–₹62,000 per month. The probation period is three years. During probation, candidates receive a stipend: 70% of minimum pay in the first year, 80% in the second year, and 90% in the third year. On completion of probation, the full pay scale applies along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Travel Allowance (TA) as per state government norms. Pension is covered under the Defined Contribution Pension Scheme applicable from 01 January 2005 onwards.

Selection Process

There is no written examination for this recruitment. Selection involves three stages:

Stage 1 — Skill Test (Qualifying only): Candidates must demonstrate the ability to play at least one instrument from List A. This stage is qualifying in nature; no marks are awarded. Candidates who fail this stage do not proceed further.

Stage 2 — Band Playing Test (75 marks): This is the primary scoring stage. Trade performance on a List A instrument carries 60 marks. Up to 15 bonus marks are available for playing List B instruments (5 marks per instrument, maximum 3 instruments). The qualifying cut-off is 50% for UR/OBC/EWS candidates and 40% for SC/ST candidates. Based on this cut-off, candidates equal to three times the number of advertised vacancies (category-wise) will be shortlisted for Stage 3.

Stage 3 — Interview (25 marks): Shortlisted candidates appear for an interview assessing trade knowledge, general knowledge, personality, expression, and sports background. The final merit list is prepared out of 100 marks (Band Playing Test: 75 + Interview: 25). In case of a tie, the candidate with the higher age is given preference.

Final selection is subject to Document Verification, Medical Examination, and Character Verification.

Important Dates

Notification Release Date	06 April 2026
Application Start Date	05 April 2026
Application Last Date	19 April 2026
Correction Window Closes	24 April 2026
Skill Test / Exam Date	Not mentioned in the official notification
Admit Card Date	Not mentioned in the official notification

Application Fee

The examination fee for Unreserved category candidates is ₹500. For SC, ST, OBC, and EWS candidates who are domiciles of Madhya Pradesh, the fee is ₹250. All candidates must additionally pay MP Online portal charges of ₹150 plus 18% GST. Payment is accepted in online mode only through Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking via the MP Online portal. The fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.

How to Apply

Visit the official MP Online portal at mponline.gov.in or the MP Police website at mppolice.gov.in.
Complete mandatory Aadhaar-based registration if not already done. Enter your name, mobile number, and email ID.
Log in and locate the “MP Police Constable (Band) Recruitment 2026” application link under the Recruitment or Highlights section.
Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, category, and musical instrument details.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents in the specified format and size.
Pay the applicable application fee online through the MP Online payment gateway.
Submit the form and note down the Application Number. This number is required for admit card download and future reference.
Take a printout of the submitted application form and keep it safely.

Corrections in the submitted form can be made up to 24 April 2026 through the MP Online portal.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the application: Class 8/10/12 marksheet and certificate (as applicable), date of birth proof (Class 10 certificate), caste certificate (if applicable), domicile or residence certificate of Madhya Pradesh, Aadhaar card, recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature, and Ex-Serviceman or Home Guard certificate where applicable. Any additional documents mentioned in the official notification must also be arranged. All documents must be in valid, government-issued form.

Offer and Notice Verification — Scam Warning

All official communications for this recruitment are issued only through mppolice.gov.in and the mponline.gov.in portal. No appointment letters, call letters, or shortlisting notices are sent via WhatsApp, Telegram, or third-party websites. Candidates should not pay any amount to individuals or agencies claiming to guarantee selection or posting — no such arrangement exists in government recruitment. Verify the notification PDF only from the official MP Police website. If any communication asks for money beyond the declared application fee of ₹500/₹250 plus portal charges, treat it as fraudulent. Report suspicious offers to the nearest police station or cybercrime helpline.

Official Links

Note: The direct notification PDF link is hosted on mppolice.gov.in. Candidates should navigate to the “Recruitment” or “Notifications” section on the official site to download the PDF. Do not download PDFs from unofficial sources.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who released the MP Police Band Constable Recruitment 2026 notification?

The notification was released by the Office of the Inspector General of Police, Visbal (Headquarters), Bhopal. The official notification PDF was published on 06 April 2026 on mppolice.gov.in.

2. Can female candidates apply for MP Police Band Constable 2026?

No. The official notification clearly states that this recruitment is exclusively for male candidates. Female candidates are not eligible to apply.

3. Is there a written examination for this recruitment?

No. The selection process consists of a qualifying Skill Test, a Band Playing Test (75 marks), and an Interview (25 marks). There is no written examination at any stage.

4. What is the minimum educational qualification for ST category candidates?

Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates are eligible with a minimum of Class 8 pass or its equivalent. For all other categories (UR, OBC, SC, EWS), the minimum requirement is Class 10 pass.

5. What happens if I do not know any instrument from List A?

Knowledge of at least one instrument from List A is mandatory. Candidates without this skill are not eligible for this recruitment. The Skill Test in Stage 1 is specifically designed to verify this ability, and failure at this stage disqualifies the candidate from further stages.

6. What is the salary during the probation period?

During the three-year probation period, selected candidates receive a stipend of 70% of minimum pay in the first year, 80% in the second year, and 90% in the third year. Full salary as per the ₹19,500–₹62,000 pay scale (Pay Level-2, 7th CPC) is paid after completion of probation.