The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal, has released the rulebook for the Police Constable (Driver) Direct Recruitment Selection Examination 2026 under the Madhya Pradesh Police, Home (Police) Department. A total of 1,000 Constable (Driver) vacancies are available for male candidates only, including 200 posts in the Special Armed Force and 800 posts in the District Police Force.
The MPESB Online application starts on 15 October 2026, and the last date to apply is 29 October 2026. The correction window is open till 03 November 2026. The online examination will begin from 04 January 2027. The Candidates must have the prescribed educational qualification and a Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence. On this page, candidates can find the vacancy, age and exam details of MPESB Driver Recruitment 2026.
MPESB Police Constable Driver Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Police Constable (Driver) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies |
1,000 Posts (Male only) |
| Age Limit |
18 to 33 Years as on 29.10.2026 |
| Pay Scale |
₹19,500 – ₹62,000 |
| Qualification |
10th Pass (8th for ST) + Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence |
| Selection Process |
Written Exam, PST, Document Verification, Trade Test and Medical |
| Application Fee |
₹500 + ₹200 (UR) | ₹250 + ₹100 (MP SC/ST/OBC/EWS) |
| Job Location |
Madhya Pradesh |
| Last Date |
29 October 2026 |
✅ MPESB Constable Driver 2026 Vacancy Details:
| Post / Force | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Constable (Driver) – Special Armed Force | 200 |
| Constable (Driver) – District Police Force | 800 |
| Total | 1,000 |
These posts are for male candidates only. Home Guard reservation is 15% horizontal, and Ex-Servicemen reservation is 10% horizontal. Non-domicile candidates of Madhya Pradesh can apply only against Unreserved / Open vacancies and are not eligible for MP reservation or MP age relaxation.
Special Armed Force – category table in the rulebook:
| Category | Open | Ex-Servicemen | Home Guard | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 41 | 5 | 8 | 54 |
| SC | 19 | 3 | 4 | 26 |
| ST | 24 | 3 | 5 | 32 |
| OBC | 30 | 4 | 6 | 40 |
| EWS | 21 | 3 | 4 | 28 |
| Total | 135 | 18 | 27 | 180 |
The remaining 20 Special Armed Force posts are under the other horizontal reservation structure, making the cadre total 200.
District Police Force – category table in the rulebook:
| Category | Open | Ex-Servicemen | Home Guard | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 162 | 22 | 32 | 216 |
| SC | 78 | 10 | 16 | 104 |
| ST | 96 | 13 | 19 | 128 |
| OBC | 120 | 16 | 24 | 160 |
| EWS | 84 | 11 | 17 | 112 |
| Total | 540 | 72 | 108 | 720 |
The official cadre total for District Police Force is 800. Candidates should confirm the remaining horizontal breakup from the detailed rulebook.
✅ MPESB Constable Driver 2026 Eligibility:
- UR, SC and OBC: 10th / High School or equivalent under the 10+2 system from a recognised board.
- ST: 8th class or equivalent.
- Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence is mandatory for all categories.
- Qualification and licence must be held by 29 October 2026.
- Only male Indian citizens can apply.
- Minimum age is 18 years as on 29 October 2026.
| Candidate Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| MP Domicile UR / EWS Male, and Other State Candidates | 33 years |
| MP Domicile SC / ST / OBC | 38 years |
| Eligible Government / Corporation / Board / Autonomous employees and Nagar Sainik | 38 years |
| Eligible Inter-caste Marriage Category and UR Vikram / Medal Award Category | 38 years |
| Reserved Category Vikram / Medal Award Category | 43 years |
✅ Selection Process and Exam Pattern:
- Phase-I online written examination by MPESB.
- Physical Proficiency Test by the Police Department.
- Document Verification.
- Driving / Trade Test, which is qualifying.
- Medical Examination.
- Final selection on written-examination percentile, after qualifying the physical and trade tests.
The written test has 100 MCQs and 100 marks in 2 hours. There is no negative marking. Each correct answer carries 1 mark. Subjects are General Knowledge and Logical Knowledge (40), Intellectual Ability and Mental Aptitude (30), and Science and Simple Mathematics (30). Up to 7 times the vacancies can be shortlisted for the physical test.
The Physical Proficiency Test is of 40 marks. Constable (Driver) candidates have one attempt in the 800-metre race. Minimum 20% marks in that event and at least 8 marks out of 40 are required.
Physical standards – Special Armed Force: UR/OBC male 168 cm height, chest 79–84 cm. Gorkha/Garhwali/Kumaoni male 157 cm, chest 79–84 cm. Maratha/SC/ST male 165 cm, chest 79–84 cm.
Physical standards – District Police Force: UR/SC/OBC male 168 cm height, chest 81–86 cm. ST male 160 cm, chest 76–81 cm. No relaxation in physical measurement is mentioned.
The online examination begins from 04 January 2027 in two shifts: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Aadhaar-based biometric verification is mandatory.
✅ Application Fee:
- MPESB examination fee: ₹500 for Unreserved, and ₹250 for MP domicile SC/ST/OBC/EWS.
- Police Department fee: ₹200 for Unreserved, and ₹100 for MP domicile SC/ST/OBC/EWS.
- MPOnline portal fee: ₹60 at a kiosk, or ₹20 through a registered citizen login.
- A separate fee applies for corrections, as per the rulebook.
✅ Important Dates:
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Event |
Schedule |
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Online Application Starts |
15 October 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply |
29 October 2026 |
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Application Correction |
15 October 2026 to 03 November 2026 |
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Online Examination Starts |
04 January 2027 |
✅ Important Links:
| MPESB Constable Driver 2026 Notification | Download Notification |
| MPESB Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
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✅ How to Apply for MPESB Constable Driver Recruitment 2026:
Eligible male candidates must apply ONLINE ONLY through the MPESB portal. Preference can be given for Special Armed Force and District Police Force, and for available units or districts.
➢ Step 1: Visit esb.mp.gov.in and open the Police Constable (Driver) Recruitment Test 2026.
➢ Step 2: Read the rulebook and complete online registration from 15 October 2026.
➢ Step 3: Enter personal, educational and Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence details, and select cadre or unit preference.
➢ Step 4: Upload documents and pay the MPESB fee, departmental fee and portal fee.
➢ Step 5: Submit the application on or before 29 October 2026. Corrections can be made till 03 November 2026.
Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in or outside Madhya Pradesh and may not get their home district. A candidate allotted to a unit must generally complete five years there before transfer. Candidates with more than two living children may be ineligible, subject to the rulebook conditions.
✅ FAQs:
How many posts are notified in MPESB Constable Driver Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,000 Police Constable (Driver) posts are notified for male candidates, including 200 in the Special Armed Force and 800 in the District Police Force.
What is the last date to apply for MPESB Driver 2026?
Online application starts on 15 October 2026 and closes on 29 October 2026. Correction is allowed till 03 November 2026. The exam begins from 04 January 2027.
What is the qualification for MPESB Constable Driver?
UR, SC and OBC candidates need 10th pass. ST candidates need 8th pass. A Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence is mandatory for all categories.
Is there negative marking in the MPESB Driver exam?
No. The online test has 100 questions and 100 marks in 2 hours, with 1 mark for each correct answer and no negative marking.