MP Police Constable Driver Recruitment 2026: 1000 Vacancies in SAF & District Police Force

MPESB Notification — Dates, Eligibility, Heavy Licence Rule, Age Limit, Fee, Exam Pattern, PET, Trade Test, Salary & Preparation Plan

1. MP Police Constable Driver 2026 — quick overview

⚠ Important: The application form opens on 15 October 2026, not before. The official notification (rulebook) PDF is on esb.mp.gov.in. Websites differ on a few small details such as the notification date, the education rule for ST candidates, and PET marking. In this article, such points are marked clearly. Always match them with the official PDF before you pay the fee.

2. Important dates

Planning tip: From today to the written exam you have roughly 12 weeks. You also have about a week before the form opens, so use this time to arrange your documents. All dates can change, so keep checking esb.mp.gov.in.

3. Vacancy details: SAF vs District Police Force

Within each force, vacancies are divided by category (UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS) and by horizontal quotas for Ex-Servicemen (10%) and Home Guards (15%). The category-wise table in the rulebook is long, and the figures published by different websites did not add up correctly to 200 and 800, so it is not copied here. Please see the exact category-wise numbers in the official PDF. The number of posts may increase or decrease for administrative reasons.

4. Reservation rules in simple words

5. Who is eligible? Education and licence

The licence is the biggest eligibility gate. Before applying, check that your licence is valid on 29 October 2026, that it is the heavy vehicle type, and that the licence number is typed correctly in the form. If your licence is close to expiring, renew it first.

6. Age limit (as on 29 October 2026)

Age relaxation is not available for candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh under any condition. Reports also say you can use only one age relaxation (the one most beneficial to you), and only the date of birth in your 10th or Higher Secondary certificate is accepted.

7. Other conditions that can make you ineligible

8. Application fee

Fee must be paid only online. Fee once paid is not refunded. One website reports that each correction in the correction window costs ₹20 plus ₹40 portal fee. Please confirm this in the notification before using the correction option.

9. How to apply online — step by step

1. Open the MPESB website esb.mp.gov.in (the application can also be reached through the MP Online portal) on or after 15 October 2026.
2. Open the Constable (Driver) Recruitment Test 2026 application link.
3. Complete candidate registration with your name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID and Aadhaar details.
4. Fill in your personal, educational and category details. Select your post preference as the form asks (SAF and/or District).
5. Upload your photograph, signature and handwriting (two lines in your own handwriting) and the other required documents.
6. Check the whole form carefully.
7. Pay the application fee and portal fee online.
8. Submit the form. Download and save the final application and the fee receipt in two places.

Tip: Biometric (Aadhaar-linked) verification is reported to be required, so keep your Aadhaar-linked mobile number ready. Apply in the first week and use the correction window if you find any mistake.

10. Documents and details to keep ready

11. Selection process: stage by stage

In simple words: the written exam decides your rank. The PET, Trade Test and medical decide whether you are fit to be selected. A candidate with a good rank can still be rejected for failing the driving or fitness stages, so prepare for all of them.

12. Written exam pattern

Since there is no negative marking, attempt every question. The detailed topic-wise syllabus is not given separately, so prepare at the Class 8 level for all three sections. With 100 questions in 120 minutes, you get about 72 seconds per question.

13. What to study for each section

Good news: the standard is Class 8. Use NCERT/MP Board Class 6–8 books for science and maths, and read daily current affairs for 20–30 minutes.

14. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Reports differ on how PET marks are counted. One website says the 800 metre race is scored out of 40 marks on a time scale, while the other events have minimum limits. The exact marking scale and the qualifying rules are in the official PDF, so read that section carefully. Whatever the scale, a faster 800 metre run helps you, so train for it now.

15. Trade Test (driving test)

Practical tips (our suggestion): Practise driving a heavy vehicle if you can, including smooth starts, gear changes, reversing, turning and parking. Learn road signs and traffic rules. Know the basic checks (tyres, brakes, lights, oil and water levels). Stay calm and follow instructions during the test.

16. Physical standards (height and chest)

No relaxation in physical standards is given at any level. Check your height and chest at home before applying. For your own planning, note that SAF and District Force have different standards, so choose the force that fits your measurements. Eyesight and other medical rules are given in the official PDF; one website reports 6/9 vision in the better eye and 6/12 in the worse eye without glasses, so check this in the notification.

17. Salary and benefits

18. Posting and service rules

19. Exam day rules to remember

• Printed admit card and original photo ID are compulsory. Accepted IDs include Voter ID, PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Driving Licence and Passport. An e-Aadhaar is valid only if verified by UIDAI.
• Biometric verification (Aadhaar-linked) is done at the centre. If it fails, you will not be allowed to sit for the exam.
• Banned items: mobile phones, calculators, log tables, electronic watches and any electronic device.
• No change of exam date, time or centre will be accepted.
• Multiple shifts: normalisation is applied, so do not worry if your shift looks harder or easier.
• Reach early, because gate entry is closed after the reporting time.

20. 12-week preparation plan (till 4 January 2027)

21. Common mistakes to avoid

• Applying without a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence. This is the most common reason for rejection.
• Wrong or old photograph. Use a photo taken within 3 months, with white background, and your name and date printed.
• Wrong category or domicile claim. Outside MP candidates can apply only in the Unreserved category.
• Not checking height and chest. There is no relaxation, so a shortfall means rejection at the physical stage.
• Applying in the wrong force. SAF and District Force have different standards.
• Ignoring the PET and driving test. The written exam gives you a rank, but these stages decide if you move ahead.
• Waiting for the last day. Apply early and use the correction window for any error.

22. FAQs

Q3. When is the written exam?
It starts on 4 January 2027, in multiple shifts.

Q4. Can women apply?
No. These posts are only for male candidates.

Q5. Is a Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence compulsory?
Yes. A valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence is mandatory.

Q6. What is the educational qualification?
10th pass (10+2 system) or Higher Secondary or equivalent. Check the official PDF for the rule for ST candidates.

Q7. What is the age limit?
18 to 33 years for UR, EWS and all other-state male candidates. Up to 38 years for reserved category MP candidates, government employees and Home Guards. Age is counted on 29 October 2026.

Q8. What is the application fee?
₹500 for UR and ₹250 for MP SC/ST/OBC/EWS, plus a portal fee of ₹20 or ₹60.

Q9. Is there negative marking?
No. Each correct answer gives 1 mark and wrong answers do not lose marks.

Q10. Is the Trade Test counted in merit?
It is a qualifying driving test. You must pass it, but its marks are not added to the merit (as reported).

Q11. Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, in the Unreserved (Open) category only, with a maximum age of 33 years and no relaxation.

Q12. What is the salary?
The pay scale is ₹19,500 to ₹62,000, plus allowances as admissible.

Q13. Will I be posted in my home district?
No. Selected candidates are not posted in their home district and must serve at least 5 years in the allotted unit before a transfer request.

Important Links

Apply Online (opens 15 Oct 2026): esb.mp.gov.in

Download Official Notification PDF: Click Here

Official Website: esb.mp.gov.in

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