MP Police Constable Band Recruitment 2026 brings a golden opportunity for 10th and 8th pass male candidates looking to join the police force. The Madhya Pradesh Police Headquarters has announced 679 vacancies for the Male Constable (Band) position. Eligible candidates who know how to play musical instruments can submit their forms online at mponline.gov.in starting April 5, 2026. This role offers a decent pay scale and a straightforward selection process without a traditional written exam, focusing instead on your musical skills and an interview.
MP Police Constable Band Overview
Specification
Details
Organization Name
Madhya Pradesh Police Department
Post Name
Male Constable (Band)
Total Vacancies
679 Posts
Job Category
Police Jobs / Defence Jobs
Official Website
mponline.gov.in
Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
April 2026
Application Start Date
05.04.2026
Last Date For Registration
19.04.2026
Last Date for Correction
24.04.2026
Admit Card Release Date
To be notified later
Exam Date
To be notified later
Application Fee
Category
Fee Details
General / Other States
Rs. 500/-
SC / ST / OBC / EWS (MP Domicile Only)
Rs. 250/-
MP Online Portal Fee
Rs. 150/- (+ 18% GST Extra) for all
Payment Mode
Online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Age Limit
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age (UR MP Male & Other States)
33 Years
Age Relaxation (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Govt Employees)
Up to 38 Years
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Posts
Male Constable (Band)
679
Eligibility Details
Education/Qualification
Description
UR / OBC / SC
10th Pass (10+2 system) or Higher Secondary
ST Candidates
8th Pass or equivalent
Skill Requirement
Must know how to play at least one instrument from List A (e.g., Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Bugle, etc.)
Gender Restriction
Only Male candidates are eligible
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Number of Vacancies
UR (Unreserved)
184
SC
88
ST
108
OBC
136
EWS
68 (Waitlisted breakdown matches total 679)
State-Wise Vacancy Details
State Eligibility
Details
Madhya Pradesh Residents
Eligible for all reserved and unreserved posts based on category.
Other State Candidates
Eligible to apply, but they will be considered under the General (Unreserved) category without any age or fee relaxation.
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Description
Identity Proof
Aadhaar Card (mandatory/UIDAI verified), PAN Card, or Voter ID
Educational Certificates
10th / 8th Marksheets
Category Certificate
Caste Certificate (if claiming age/fee relaxation)
Domicile Certificate
MP Domicile certificate (if applicable)
Photographs
Recent passport-size photographs
Syllabus Overview
Subject / Topic
Details
No Written Exam
There is no traditional written syllabus. The focus is entirely on practical instrumental knowledge.
Instrument Practical
Playing instruments like Piccolo, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, Bugle, Bag Pipe, etc.
Exam Pattern
Test Stage
Marks / Details
Stage 1: Skill Test
Qualifying nature (Screening of chosen instrument)
Stage 2: Band Playing Test
75 Marks Total (60 Marks for Trade Test + 15 Bonus Marks for extra instruments)
Passing Criteria
Minimum 50% marks for UR/OBC/EWS and 40% for SC/ST in the Band Test.
Selection Process
Stage
Description
Physical Measurement
Height: 168 cm (UR/OBC), 165 cm (SC/ST). Chest: 81-86 cm (UR), 79-84 cm (Reserved).
Trade Test
Skill demonstration on musical instruments (Stage 1 & Stage 2).
Interview
25 Marks evaluating trade knowledge, NCC, sports, personality, and general knowledge.
Medical Examination
Checking vision (6/9 without glasses), color blindness, flat foot, and knock-knee.
Salary Details
Year
Salary / Stipend Structure
Basic Pay Scale
Rs. 19,500 – 62,000
First Year
70% of the minimum basic pay
Second Year
80% of the minimum basic pay
Third Year
90% of the minimum basic pay
How to Apply
Step
Action
Step 1
Visit the official portal mponline.gov.in during the application window.
Step 2
Find the link for “MP Police Constable Band Recruitment 2026” on the homepage.
Step 3
Complete your basic registration using a valid mobile number and email ID.
Step 4
Fill in your personal, educational, and communication details accurately.
Step 5
Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and Aadhaar card along with required marksheets.
Step 6
Pay the application fee online according to your category.
Step 7
Submit the form and print the confirmation page and application number for future use.
What is the deadline to apply for MP Police Constable Band Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit online applications is April 19, 2026. Candidates can apply via the mponline.gov.in portal.
What are the eligibility criteria for MP Police Constable Band vacancies?
UR/OBC/SC candidates must be 10th pass, while ST candidates require an 8th-pass certificate. Proficiency in playing a musical instrument is mandatory.
What is the selection process for MP Police Constable Band 2026?
The selection involves a physical measurement test, a musical skill test, and an interview. There is no traditional written examination for this recruitment.
What is the application fee for MP Police Constable Band 2026?
General candidates pay Rs. 500 plus portal fees, while MP reserved categories pay Rs. 250. Payments must be made online via mponline.gov.in.
