🔔 MP POLICE RECRUITMENT 2026 — LIVE
MP Police Constable Band Recruitment 2026 — 679 Aarakshak (Band) Posts, Apply Online
Office of the Inspector General of Police, Visbal (HQ), Bhopal • Madhya Pradesh Police Department • Male Candidates Only • No Written Exam
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Total Posts
679
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Last Date
19 Apr 2026
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Salary (Basic)
₹19,500–₹62,000
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Age Limit
18–33 / 38 Yrs
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The MP Police Constable Band Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Office of the Inspector General of Police, Visbal (Headquarters), Bhopal for 679 vacancies of Aarakshak (Band) / Constable (Band) posts in the Madhya Pradesh Police Department. This recruitment is being conducted to establish Police Band units across all districts of Madhya Pradesh.
This is a unique government job opportunity for candidates with musical instrument skills — there is no written examination. Selection is entirely based on a Band Playing Test (75 marks) and Interview (25 marks). Only male candidates are eligible to apply.
The online application process is open from 05 April 2026 and the last date is 19 April 2026 at mponline.gov.in. A correction window is available until 24 April 2026. The application fee is ₹500 for UR/OBC/EWS and ₹250 for SC/ST/OBC MP domicile candidates (plus ₹150 MP Online portal charges + 18% GST).
📅 MP Police Band Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates
The application window is only 15 days — from 05 April to 19 April 2026. Apply immediately to avoid last-minute portal congestion.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | April 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 05 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 19 April 2026 |
| Form Correction Window | Till 24 April 2026 |
| Age Crucial Date | 19 April 2026 |
| Skill Test / Band Test / Interview | To Be Announced |
📋 MP Police Band Vacancy 2026 — Category-Wise Details
A total of 679 vacancies are distributed across Open (509), Home Guard (102), and Ex-Serviceman (68) categories. Reservations follow the Madhya Pradesh state roster. The final number may be revised based on departmental requirements.
| Category | Vacancies | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Open (Direct Recruitment) | 509 | UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS — as per MP state roster |
| Home Guard Quota | 102 | Active Home Guard personnel |
| Ex-Serviceman Quota | 68 | Ex-Servicemen of MP domicile |
📌 Detailed category-wise vacancy breakdown (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) available in official notification PDF. Vacancies are tentative and subject to revision.
✅ MP Police Band Constable Eligibility 2026
Educational Qualification
| Category | Minimum Qualification | Instrument Skill |
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| UR / OBC / EWS / SC | 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent from recognised board | One instrument from List A (mandatory) |
| ST | Class 8th pass or equivalent from recognised board | One instrument from List A (mandatory) |
Musical Instruments — List A & List B
| List | Instruments | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| List A (Mandatory — choose 1) |
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 | 60 Marks (Trade Test) |
| List B (Optional — bonus marks) |
Keyboard, Guitar, Sitar, Tabla, Harmonium, and other Indian Classical Instruments | Up to +15 Bonus Marks (5 marks per extra instrument) |
Age Limit (as on 19 April 2026)
| Category | Min. Age | Max. Age |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 18 years | 33 years |
| SC / ST / OBC (MP Domicile) | 18 years | 38 years |
| Home Guard / Govt. Employees | 18 years | 38 years |
Physical Standards — Male Candidates Only
| Category | Height | Chest (Normal) | Expansion |
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| UR / OBC / SC / EWS | 168 cm | 81 cm | Min. 5 cm |
| ST | 160 cm | 76 cm | Min. 5 cm |
📌 No relaxation in physical standards for any category at any stage. Vision requirement: 6/9 in one eye and 6/12 in the other (without spectacles). Must be able to distinguish primary colors. Medical examination conducted by the District Medical Board.
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Exam Fee | Portal Charges |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS (All States) | ₹500/- | ₹150 + 18% GST extra |
| SC / ST / OBC (MP Domicile only) | ₹250/- | ₹150 + 18% GST extra |
💰 MP Police Band Constable Salary 2026
Selected candidates are placed at Pay Level-2 as per the 7th Pay Commission. During the 3-year probation period, salary is paid at a reduced stipend rate. Full pay scale begins after successful completion of probation.
| Period | Pay / Stipend |
|---|---|
| Probation Year 1 | 70% of minimum pay (~₹13,650/month) |
| Probation Year 2 | 80% of minimum pay (~₹15,600/month) |
| Probation Year 3 | 90% of minimum pay (~₹17,550/month) |
| After Probation (Regular Pay) | ₹19,500 – ₹62,000/month (Pay Level-2) |
Additional benefits: DA • HRA • Other allowances as per MP Govt. rules • NPS Pension (for appointments on/after 01 Jan 2005) • Medical facilities • Transfer and promotion opportunities within the department
🏆 Selection Process — No Written Exam!
The selection is entirely skill-based — no written examination. Final merit is prepared out of 100 marks total (75 Band Test + 25 Interview). The top 3× the number of vacancies are shortlisted for the interview stage.
| Stage | Details | Marks |
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| Phase 1 | Skill Test — Qualifying only (no marks). Must demonstrate proficiency on one instrument from List A. Mandatory to pass to advance. | Qualifying |
| Phase 2 | Band Vadana Test (Band Playing Test) — 60 marks (Trade Test on List A instrument) + Up to 15 bonus marks for List B instruments (5 marks each). Min. qualifying: 50% for UR/OBC/EWS | 40% for SC/ST |
75 Marks |
| Phase 3 | Interview — Assesses trade knowledge, NCC participation, sports achievements, personality, communication ability, and general awareness. Top 3× vacancies shortlisted from Phase 2. | 25 Marks |
| Phase 4 | Document Verification + Physical Measurement — Height, Chest (normal + expansion), Vision check. | Qualifying |
| Phase 5 | Medical Examination — Conducted by District Medical Board. | Qualifying |
📝 How to Apply for MP Police Band Recruitment 2026
Applications must be submitted online only at mponline.gov.in. Aadhaar registration is mandatory. Last date: 19 April 2026.
- Visit mponline.gov.in and find MP Police Constable (Band) Recruitment 2026
- Click New Registration — enter name, mobile number, email ID
- Log in with received credentials and open the application form
- Fill personal, educational, and category details accurately (ensure correct category for reservation)
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents
- Pay the application fee online — ₹500 (UR/EWS) or ₹250 (SC/ST/OBC MP domicile) + portal charges
- Review all details, Submit the form and save the confirmation printout
- Save the Application Number — needed for admit card download
Documents Required at Application & Verification
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory)
- 10th / 12th Marksheet & Certificate (Date of Birth proof)
- 8th Class Certificate (for ST candidates)
- Category Certificate — SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / EWS — issued by MP Govt. authority
- Home Guard Service Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
- Inter-caste Marriage Registration Certificate (if claiming relaxation)
- Govt. Employee prior permission letter from appointing authority (if applicable)
- NCC Certificate (for bonus priority marks, if applicable)
- Bank passbook first page — SC/ST/OBC candidates (for travel reimbursement)
- Recent passport-size photograph & scanned signature
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies in MP Police Constable Band 2026?
Total 679 vacancies — Open (509), Home Guard (102), Ex-Serviceman (68). Only male candidates are eligible. Establishments will be set up across all districts of MP.
Q2. Is there a written exam for MP Police Band Constable?
No written exam at all. Selection is based on Skill Test (qualifying) → Band Playing Test (75 marks) → Interview (25 marks) → Physical Measurement → Medical Exam. Total merit is out of 100 marks.
Q3. What is the salary for MP Police Band Constable?
After 3-year probation, basic pay is ₹19,500 – ₹62,000/month (Pay Level-2) plus DA, HRA, and allowances. During probation: 70% in Year 1, 80% in Year 2, 90% in Year 3 of minimum pay.
Q4. Can girls apply for MP Police Aarakshak Band 2026?
No. Only male candidates are eligible. The official notification clearly states that female candidates are NOT eligible for these posts.
Q5. Can candidates from outside MP apply?
Yes, but only under the Unreserved (Open) category. No reservation benefits or age relaxation available for out-of-state candidates. OBC/EWS relaxation is for MP domicile holders only.
Q6. Which instrument should I choose for the test?
Choose the List A instrument you are most confident with. If you know any List B instrument (Guitar, Tabla, Keyboard, etc.) — practise it too! Each extra List B instrument earns you 5 bonus marks, up to 15 extra marks total in Phase 2.