Madhya Pradesh Police, the state police force under the Home (Police) Department of the Madhya Pradesh Government, has announced the Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer and Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial) Selection Examination 2026 for direct recruitment to 655 ministerial posts. These are clerical and stenography roles within the police headquarters, covering the General Branch, Special Branch, Field Unit and Crime Investigation Department cadres. The examination is being conducted by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board, Bhopal, and candidates from across the state can compete for openings in different branches and units.
MP Police Recruitment 2026 - Subedar Stenographer and ASI Posts
- Notification17 Sept
- Applications Open24 Sept
- Applications Closed08 Oct
- Exam03 Nov
About MP Police Subedar Stenographer and ASI Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Madhya Pradesh Police
- Advertisement No.
- 40-A
- Post Name
- Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer - General Branch, Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer - Special Branch and 4 more
- Job Location
- Madhya Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Only residents of Madhya Pradesh (Candidates who are not domiciles of Madhya Pradesh can apply only against unreserved open vacancies; reservation and age relaxation are available only to eligible Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates)
- Job Type
- Permanent
- Age Limit
- Up to 33 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Valid CPCT certificate with Hindi typing; Hindi shorthand examination at 100 words per minute (Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer post)
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer - General Branch | 125 |
| Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer - Special Branch | 10 |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial) - General Branch | 100 |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial) - Field Unit | 370 |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial) - Special Branch | 25 |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial) - Crime Investigation Department | 25 |
| Grand Total | 655 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer
- Qualification
- Passed Higher Secondary or 10+2 examination from a recognized board; passed Hindi shorthand examination at 100 words per minute from a recognized board, council, polytechnic, ITI or equivalent institution; valid CPCT certificate with Hindi typing; approved computer qualification (DOEACC diploma level examination, one-year COPA certificate from a government-recognized ITI, Modern Office Management course, or Computer Diploma from a UGC-recognized institution or open university).
Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial)
- Qualification
- Passed 10+2 or Class 12 examination from a recognized board or institution; valid CPCT certificate with Hindi typing; approved Degree, Diploma or certificate in computers or information technology (Engineering Degree in the relevant computer or IT field, MCA, BCA, M.Sc in Computer Science or IT, AICTE-approved Polytechnic Diploma, DOEACC diploma level examination, one-year COPA certificate from a government-recognized ITI, Modern Office Management course, or Computer Diploma from a UGC-recognized institution or open university).
Age Limit
Maximum age as on 08-10-2026: 33 years for unreserved male candidates of Madhya Pradesh, EWS male candidates of Madhya Pradesh and male or female candidates from other states; 38 years for female candidates of all categories from Madhya Pradesh, SC/ST/OBC male candidates of Madhya Pradesh, eligible government, corporation, board and autonomous-institution employees and Nagar Sainik candidates, eligible male inter-caste marriage candidates and unreserved male Vikram Award winners; 43 years for eligible female inter-caste marriage candidates, female Vikram Award winners and reserved-category male Vikram Award winners.
Age Relaxation
Relaxation is available only to Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates: 5 years for Vikram Award winners and for the higher-caste spouse in a recognised inter-caste marriage; ex-servicemen may deduct the period of their previous defence service from their age, subject to the age not exceeding the upper limit by more than 3 years; retrenched government employees may deduct up to 7 years of temporary service, subject to the age not exceeding the upper limit by more than 3 years. Only the single most beneficial relaxation applies where a candidate has more than one ground.
Physical Standards
| Category | Gender | Height |
|---|---|---|
| All categories | Male | 162 cm |
| All categories | Female | 152 cm |
Chest: Not applicable
Application Fee
Selection Process
- 1First Stage Online Written Examination
Computer-based objective test of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 100 marks in 2 hours, with no negative marking.
- 2Shortlisting on Written Examination Percentile
Candidates up to seven times the number of advertised vacancies in each vertical category are called for the second stage; candidates with the same percentile as the cutoff are also called.
- 3Document Verification
Original certificates are verified by the selection committee constituted by the Police Headquarters at Bhopal.
- 4Hindi Stenography or Hindi Typing Practical Examination
One hour, 100 marks, minimum qualifying marks 30; shorthand dictation at 100 words per minute for Subedar Stenographer and Hindi typing of two 600-word paragraphs for ASI.
- 5Physical Measurement Verification
Height of 162 cm for male and 152 cm for female candidates; no relaxation in the prescribed height.
- 6Medical Examination
Conducted by the district civil surgeon, covering height, vision, colour distinction, knock knees, flat feet and general fitness for police service.
- 7Final Merit List
Final selection is based on the combined marks obtained in the written examination and the practical examination.
Shortlisting ratio: 1:7
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge and Logical Knowledge | — | 40 | — |
| Intellectual Ability and Mental Aptitude | — | 30 | — |
| Science and Simple Arithmetic | — | 30 | — |
Salary Structure
Newly appointed candidates receive 70 per cent of the minimum pay in the first year, 80 per cent in the second year and 90 per cent in the third year, with other allowances as admissible under Madhya Pradesh government rules.
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer | Rs. 36,200 to Rs. 1,14,800 |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial) | Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 62,000 |
How to Apply
- 1Visit the official MPESB website at esb.mp.gov.in and open the online application link for the Subedar Stenographer and ASI Ministerial Selection Examination 2026.
- 2Complete Aadhaar verification and candidate-profile registration.
- 3Enter personal, educational, domicile, category and employment details.
- 4Select the eligible post and cadre preferences in order of priority.
- 5Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
- 6Pay the examination fee and the MP Online portal fee.
- 7Check all the information entered before final submission.
- 8Submit the form by 8 October 2026.
- 9Save the application number and print the completed application.
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- Reservation and age relaxation are available only to Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates; candidates from other states can apply only against unreserved open vacancies and must be not more than 33 years old as on 08-10-2026.
- Selected candidates will be appointed on probation for three years and must complete at least five years of service in the unit to which they are allotted before becoming eligible for transfer.
- Selected candidates will not be posted in their home district, except at the Madhya Pradesh Police Headquarters.
- A candidate with more than two living children, one of whom was born on or after 26 January 2001, is not eligible, unless one child was born before and later births took place.
- Government servants must obtain prior permission from their appointing authority before appearing in the examination and must produce a release order if selected.
- Candidates must carry the downloaded admit card and an original photo identity document to the examination centre; e-Aadhaar is valid only if verified by UIDAI.
- Aadhaar based biometric verification is mandatory at the examination centre.
- Mobile phones, calculators, log tables, smart watches and other electronic devices are completely banned in the examination hall.
- There is no provision for re-counting or re-evaluation after the result is declared.
Examination Cities
- Bhopal
- Indore
- Jabalpur
- Khandwa
- Neemuch
- Ratlam
- Rewa
- Sagar
- Satna
- Sidhi
- Ujjain
- Barwani
- Anuppur
Medical Standards
The candidate must satisfy the prescribed height requirement. Unaided visual acuity must not be below 6/9 in one eye and 6/12 in the other. The candidate must be able to distinguish primary colours, must not have knock knees or flat feet, and must not be physically disabled in any way. The medical examination is conducted by the district civil surgeon, with appeals to the divisional and then the state medical board.
Practical Test Details
| Post | Details |
|---|---|
| Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer | Two Hindi shorthand dictations of five minutes each at 100 words per minute; five minutes after each dictation to read and correct the draft; twenty minutes to type the transcription of each dictation; each dictation carries 10 marks and its transcription carries 40 marks. |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial) | Two Hindi paragraphs of 600 words each, each to be typed within 30 minutes; each paragraph carries a maximum of 50 marks; only the content typed on the computer is evaluated. |
Duration: One hourMaximum Marks: 100Minimum Qualifying Marks: 30
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 18002337899 (toll free), 0755-6720200 (MP Online helpdesk)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from other states apply for MP Police Subedar Stenographer and ASI posts?
Yes. Candidates who are not Madhya Pradesh domiciles can apply, but only against unreserved open vacancies. They get no reservation or age relaxation and must not be more than 33 years old as on 8 October 2026.
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes. A single online application form is submitted for all posts, and the candidate records post and cadre preferences in order of priority. A post not marked as a preference will not be considered even if the candidate scores a higher percentile.
Is the CPCT certificate mandatory for these posts?
Yes. Both Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer and Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial) candidates must hold a valid CPCT certificate with Hindi typing, along with the other prescribed computer qualification.
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