MP Police Constable (Band) Recruitment 2026 — 679 Vacancies

About This Job

Madhya Pradesh Police is hiring 679 Constable (Band) posts through the Office of the Inspector General of Police, Visbal (Headquarters), Bhopal. This is a great chance for musically talented young men who can play band instruments. The pay scale is Rs 19,500 to Rs 62,000 per month. The last date to apply online is 19 April 2026. You need at least a 10+2 pass qualification (8th pass for ST candidates). There is no written exam — selection is purely based on your band playing skills and an interview.

MP Police Constable (Band) Recruitment 2026 — 679 Posts

The Office of the Inspector General of Police, Visbal (Headquarters), Bhopal has released the official notification for 679 Constable (Band) vacancies in Madhya Pradesh Police. These are state-level cadre positions across various police band units in different districts of MP. Only male candidates who are Indian citizens can apply. This recruitment follows the GOP-147/2019 guidelines and does not include any written examination — making it a unique opportunity if you have musical talent.

Vacancy Breakdown

The 679 posts are divided into three recruitment categories:

Note: Home Guard reservation (15%) and Ex-Servicemen reservation (10%) are horizontal reservations applied within each vertical category (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS).

Who Can Apply?

For UR / SC / OBC Candidates

• Qualification: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized board

For ST Candidates

• Qualification: Class 8th pass or equivalent

Other Requirements

• Gender: Only male candidates can apply
• Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen
• Domicile: MP domicile required for reservation benefits. Non-MP candidates can only apply under the Unreserved (Open) category with no age relaxation
• Aadhaar registration is mandatory
• Musical skill: You must know how to play at least one instrument from List 'A' (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, or Bass Drum)
• Candidates should not have more than 2 living children (born after 26 January 2001)

Age Limit

Your age is calculated as on 19 April 2026.

• Minimum age: 18 years
• UR / EWS / Other State candidates: Maximum 33 years
• SC / ST / OBC (MP domicile): Maximum 38 years
• Government / Corporation / Home Guard employees (MP domicile): Maximum 38 years
• Inter-caste marriage (UR + Reserved, MP domicile): Maximum 38 years
• Vikram Award winners (UR, MP domicile): 33 + 5 = 38 years
• Vikram Award winners (Reserved, MP domicile): 38 + 5 = 43 years
• Ex-Servicemen: Age relaxation equal to military service period (up to 3 years beyond upper limit)

Note: Candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh get no age relaxation — maximum age is strictly 33 years.

Salary

• Pay scale: Rs 19,500 — 62,000 (Pay Matrix Level-2 under 7th CPC)
• During probation (3 years): Stipend at 70% of pay in Year 1, 80% in Year 2, and 90% in Year 3
• Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other government allowances as approved by the state government from time to time
• Pension: Defined Contribution Pension Scheme applies for employees joining on or after 01.01.2005

Physical Standards

You must meet these minimum physical requirements. No relaxation is given in physical standards for any category.

Height and Chest (Males Only)

• General / OBC / EWS: Height — 168 cm, Chest without expansion — 81 cm, Chest with expansion — 86 cm
• SC / ST / Maratha: Height — 165 cm, Chest without expansion — 79 cm, Chest with expansion — 84 cm
• Gorkha / Garhwali / Kumaoni: Height — 158 cm, Chest without expansion — 76 cm, Chest with expansion — 81 cm

Other Medical Standards

• Chest expansion: Minimum 5 cm is mandatory
• Eyesight: At least 6/9 in one eye and 6/12 in the other (without glasses). Must be able to distinguish primary colours
• Feet: No knock-knee or flat foot allowed
• Body: Must not be physically disabled in any way

Application Fee

• Unreserved (General) candidates: Rs 500
• SC / ST / OBC / EWS candidates (MP domicile): Rs 250
• MP Online portal charges: Rs 150 + 18% GST extra (applicable for all candidates)
• Payment mode: Online through MP Online portal

Selection Process

There is no written exam for this recruitment. Selection is done in 3 stages with a total of 100 marks:

1. Skill Test (Stage 1 — Qualifying): A screening test where you play one instrument from List 'A' (18 instruments including Trumpet, Clarinet, Trombone, Flute, etc.). This is a pass/fail test — no marks are awarded. You must pass this to move to Stage 2.
2. Band Playing Test (Stage 2 — 75 marks):
   • Trade Test: 60 marks for playing your List 'A' instrument
   • Bonus marks: Up to 15 marks for playing instruments from List 'B' (Keyboard, Guitar, Violin, Drums, Sitar, Tabla, Harmonium, etc.) — 5 bonus marks per additional instrument, maximum 3 instruments
   • Minimum qualifying marks: 50% for UR/OBC/EWS, 40% for SC/ST
3. Interview (Stage 3 — 25 marks): Based on trade knowledge, NCC, sports achievements, personality, and general knowledge. Only candidates who qualify the Band Playing Test are called for interview.

Special priority categories (families of soldiers killed in India-Pakistan conflict, election surplus employees, NCC 'C' certificate holders, candidates from Burma/Sri Lanka) get 5% bonus marks in the Band Playing Test.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official MP Online portal at mponline.gov.in
2. Find the "MP Police Constable (Band) Recruitment 2026" link
3. Click on New Registration and fill in your basic details — name, mobile number, email ID
4. Upload your photograph, signature, and other required documents
5. Pay the application fee online
6. Submit your application and save the application number — you will need it to download your admit card later
7. Take a printout of your application form for your records

Important: Applications received after 19 April 2026 will not be accepted. You can make corrections in your application until 24 April 2026.

Important Dates

• Online application starts: 05 April 2026
• Last date to apply online: 19 April 2026
• Last date for application correction: 24 April 2026
• Skill Test / Band Playing Test date: To be announced (you will be notified via email, SMS, and WhatsApp)
• Interview date: To be announced

• Perform in the police band during official ceremonies, parades, Republic Day, Independence Day, and other state functions
• Practise and maintain proficiency in assigned band instruments on a daily basis
• Keep all musical instruments clean, tuned, and in good working condition
• Follow the instructions of the Band Master and senior officers during rehearsals and performances
• Assist in training junior band members and new recruits in basic music and instrument handling
• Participate in inter-police band competitions and cultural events representing Madhya Pradesh Police
• Maintain discipline, physical fitness, and adhere to the police code of conduct at all times