MP ESB Police Constable (Driver) Recruitment 2026: Constable (Driver) Notification Out for 1000 Posts, Apply Online

MySarkariProfile; Madhya Pradesh; On-site; INR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DA & HRA

Uniform allowance

Medical cover

NPS

Job summary

MySarkariProfile refers to MP ESB Police Constable (Driver) recruitment for 1000 posts across Madhya Pradesh. Open to male candidates with 10th pass and an HMV driving license. Apply online by 29 October 2026. Examination includes CBT, PET (800m run), trade test, and document verification.

Postings can be across MP, including SAF and District Force units, with probationary terms and perks as outlined in the notice.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) or equivalent.
• ST candidates must have passed at least 8th Class.
• A valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain official departmental vehicles across MP Police units.
• Conduct convoy driving, patrols, and VIP escort duties.
• Assist in routine vehicle maintenance and deployment during operations.

Education

10th Class (Matriculation)

8th Class (ST candidates)

Heavy Motor Vehicle Driving License (HMV)

Job description

MP ESB Police Constable (Driver) Recruitment 2026: Constable (Driver) Notification Out for 1000 Posts, Apply Online

Status: Open Last Date: 29 Oct 2026 Total Posts: 1000 Published: 10 Oct 2026 By: MySarkariProfile Team

Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MP ESB), Bhopal has released the official rulebook for the Police Constable (Driver) Direct Recruitment Examination 2026 under Police Headquarters, Home (Police) Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. A total of 1000 posts (200 in SAF and 800 in District Force) are open for male candidates holding a matriculation pass certificate and an active Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving license. Selection will be based on a Computer-Based Written Examination followed by a Physical Efficiency Test (800m run), Trade Test, and Document Verification.

Qualification

Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) under the 10+2 system or Higher Secondary / equivalent examination from a recognized Board/Institution. Candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes (ST) must have passed at least 8th Class or equivalent.

Technical / Professional Qualification: A valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) Driving License is strictly mandatory. Candidates must also qualify the designated practical trade test.

Fees

Board & Department Examination Fees:

• Unreserved (UR) / Out-of-State Candidates: Rs. 700/- (ESB Exam Fee: Rs. 500/- + Police Department Fee: Rs. 200/-)
• SC / ST / OBC / EWS Candidates (MP Domicile only): Rs. 350/- (ESB Exam Fee: Rs. 250/- + Police Department Fee: Rs. 100/-)
• Backlog Direct Recruitment: Nil

Portal Charges:

• Through MP Online Kiosk: Rs. 60/-
• Through Registered Citizen User Login: Rs. 20/-

Application Form Correction Charges: Rs. 20/- per modification + Rs. 40/- portal fee (Total: Rs. 60/- per attempt).

Note: Examination fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. Payment modes accepted include Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, and MP Online Kiosks.

Job Profile & Impact

Constable Drivers are responsible for operating and maintaining official departmental motor vehicles, including patrol vans, transport trucks, troop carriers, emergency response vehicles, and VIP escort escorts across MP Police units. Duties include regular vehicle maintenance, convoy driving, VIP movement security, routine patrols, and deployment during law enforcement, bandobast, and disaster response operations. Postings can be made anywhere within or outside MP, including special units like EOW and Lokayukta.

Who Should Apply

Best Suited For:

Male candidates with valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving licenses seeking steady government uniform service in Madhya Pradesh Police.

Candidates who possess good physical stamina, meeting the 800-meter running benchmarks and physical standards.

Home Guards with at least 3 years of active service seeking direct entry through reserved quota.

Not Recommended For:

Female candidates (the post is strictly open for male candidates only).

Candidates who only possess Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) licenses without heavy vehicle certification.

Persons with Disabilities (PwD) as police force posts are exempt from disability reservation.

Candidates unable to complete a mandatory 5-year lock-in period at their initial posting unit before requesting transfers.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Crucial Cutoff Date: 2026-10-29 (Last date of application).

Minimum Age: 18 years

Maximum Age for UR (Male, MP & Outside MP Domicile) and MP EWS: 33 years

Maximum Age for MP Reserved (SC / ST / OBC / Non-Creamy Layer): 38 years (5 years relaxation)

MP State Government / Corporation / Board Employees & Home Guards: 38 years

Inter-caste Marriage Incentive Awardees: 38 years

Vikram Award Winners: 38 years (UR) / 43 years (Reserved categories)

Ex-Servicemen: Total defense service duration deducted from current age, with resultant age not exceeding the upper age limit by more than 3 years.

Salary & Perks

Stipend Policy during Probation (3 Years):

• 1st Year: 70% of minimum basic pay + admissible allowances
• 2nd Year: 80% of minimum basic pay + admissible allowances
• 3rd Year: 90% of minimum basic pay + admissible allowances

Additional Perks: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), uniform allowance, medical cover, and Defined Contributory Pension Scheme (NPS).

Category / Quota

UR

SC

ST

OBC

EWS

Total

Constable Driver

Open

41 (27%) + 19 (13% Prov.)

24 (16%)

30 (20%)

21 (14%) + 19 (13% Prov.)

15 (10%)

150

Ex-Servicemen (10%)

5 + 3

3

4

3 + 3

2

20

Home Guard (15%)

8 + 4

5

6

4 + 4

3

30

Total SAF

80

32

40

54

20

200

Open

162 + 78

96

120

84 + 78

60

600

Ex-Servicemen (10%)

22 + 10

13

16

11 + 10

8

80

Home Guard (15%)

32 + 16

19

24

17 + 16

12

120

Total District Force

320

128

160

216

80

800

Grand Total Vacancies

400

160

200

270

100

1000

Note: Vacancies are exclusively open for male candidates. Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are exempt/ineligible for Police Department recruitment as per government guidelines.

Documents Required

Candidates must keep the following original documents ready for scanning and physical verification:

Recent color photograph (white background, taken within last 3 months, with candidate name and photo date mentioned, ears visible; no polaroids, no dark glasses).

Candidate signature (clear, standard running hand; capital letters not permitted).

Handwritten self-declaration paragraph written by the candidate in specified Hindi script.

Date of Birth Proof (Class 8th / 10th / 12th marksheet indicating DoB).

Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) Driving License.

Educational qualification certificates and marksheets (10th/Higher Secondary or 8th for ST).

MP Domicile Certificate (for fee concession, age relaxation, and category quota).

Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC Non-Creamy Layer) issued by competent revenue authority.

EWS Income & Asset Certificate (valid for the relevant financial year).

NOC from employer for serving government/corporation personnel.

Bank passbook front page photocopy (for travel allowance reimbursement for SC/ST/OBC candidates).

Aadhaar Card / VID with unlocked biometric status.

How to Apply

Click on the Apply Online button.

Click on Citizen Services > Application > ESB and select Police Constable (Driver) Recruitment Test 2026.

Complete candidate profile registration and ensure your Aadhaar is linked and biometrically unlocked.

Fill out personal, educational, driving license, and reservation details. Select cadre preference (Special Armed Force / District Force) and exam city preferences.

Prepare the combined image template containing your photo, running signature, and two-line self-written declaration, and upload it in JPG format.

Preview the form and verify all details. Click Submit.

Proceed to payment and pay the applicable examination and portal fee via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or at an authorized MP Online Kiosk.

Download and print the computer-generated application receipt (containing the Application Number) for future reference.

Selection Process

The selection process comprises four successive stages:

Step 1

Stage 1 - Written Examination (CBT): 100 Objective Multiple Choice Questions (100 Marks, 2 Hours). Vertical reservation cutoff percentile will determine selection of candidates equal to 7 times the number of vacancies for the next round.

Step 2

Stage 2 - Physical Efficiency Test (PET): 800-meter run (Total 40 Marks, only 1 attempt). Candidates must score a minimum of 20% (8 marks out of 40) in the 800m run to qualify.

Step 3

Stage 3 - Trade Test: Practical driving and maintenance trade test conducted by the Police Department (Qualifying nature only).

Step 4

Stage 4 - Document Verification & Medical Examination: Verification of original certificates and physical measurements/medical fitness by the District Medical Board. Final merit list is prepared on the basis of written exam percentile and PET scores.

The online examination consists of a single objective paper with 100 questions of Class 8th MP Board standard, conducted over a duration of 2 hours:

General Knowledge & Logical Knowledge : 40 Marks

Intellectual Ability & Mental Aptitude : 30 Marks

Science & Simple Arithmetic : 30 Marks

Marking Scheme: +1 mark for every correct response. No negative marking for wrong or unattempted questions.

FAQ's

Can female candidates apply for this Constable Driver recruitment?
Ans: No, this recruitment drive is strictly open for male candidates only.

Is a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving license accepted?
Ans: No, a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving license is compulsory on or before the application deadline.

Can candidates from states other than Madhya Pradesh apply?
Ans: Yes, candidates from all states can apply under the Unreserved (Open) category without domicile-based relaxation.

Is there any negative marking in the written test?
Ans: No, there is no negative marking for incorrect or unattempted questions.

What is the minimum qualification for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates?
Ans: Scheduled Tribe candidates are eligible with an 8th class pass certificate along with an HMV driving license.

What is the qualifying criteria in the Physical Efficiency Test (PET)?
Ans: Candidates must secure a minimum of 20% marks (8 marks out of 40) in the 800-meter run.

Can I request a change of examination city after submitting the form?
Ans: No, requests for changing the allotted exam center or city will not be entertained under any circumstances.

What are the physical measurement criteria for District Force drivers?
Ans: General/OBC/SC candidates need minimum 168 cm height and 81-86 cm chest; ST candidates require 160 cm height and 76-81 cm chest.

Are Persons with Disabilities (PwD) eligible to apply?
Ans: No, the Police Department is exempted from disability reservations, making PwD candidates ineligible.

How many candidates will be shortlisted for the PET and Trade Test?
Ans: Candidates numbering 7 times the category-wise advertised vacancies will be shortlisted based on written test cutoff percentiles.

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