A pay scale that climbs to ₹1,14,800 a month makes MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 one of the most watched ministerial openings in Madhya Pradesh this year. The MP Employees Selection Board is filling 655 posts of Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer and Assistant Sub Inspector (Ministerial) for the Police Headquarters, Home (Police) Department. Applications close on 8 October 2026, which leaves 10 days from today, and corrections are allowed until 13 October 2026. You need a 12th pass certificate and a CPCT certificate with Hindi typing, while stenographer candidates also need Hindi shorthand at 100 words per minute. This guide explains vacancies, age, fee, exam pattern and application steps for MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 in plain language.
MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 Overview
Use this snapshot to check the basics of MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 before you read the details.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | MP Employees Selection Board, Bhopal, for Police Headquarters |
| Post Name | Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer and Assistant Sub Inspector (Ministerial) |
| Total Vacancies | 655 |
| Job Location | Madhya Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Direct recruitment with three years probation |
| Salary | ₹36,200 to ₹1,14,800 (Subedar Steno), ₹19,500 to ₹62,000 (ASI) |
| Qualification | 12th pass with CPCT Hindi typing and post specific skills |
| Age Limit | 33 years for unreserved MP men, 38 years for women and reserved MP men |
| Experience | Not Mentioned |
| Application Fee | ₹500 (₹250 for reserved MP domicile), plus departmental fee |
| Selection Process | Online test, practical test, document check, physical and medical |
| Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
Important Dates
Keep these dates for MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 in front of you while you plan your application.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 24 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 8 October 2026 |
| Correction window | 24 September to 13 October 2026 |
| Written test begins | 3 November 2026, Tuesday |
| Shift 1 | Reporting 8 to 9 AM, test 10 AM to 12 noon |
| Shift 2 | Reporting 1 to 2 PM, test 3 to 5 PM |
| Age and certificate cut off | 8 October 2026 |
Candidates arriving after the reporting time are not allowed into the centre.
Vacancy Details
The 655 vacancies in MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 are spread over six post codes, and each code carries lots for open, ex serviceman and women candidates.
| Code | Post | Open Lot | Ex Serviceman | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Subedar Steno, General Branch | 68 | 13 | 44 | 125 |
| 02 | Subedar Steno, Special Branch | 5 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| 03 | ASI, General Branch | 55 | 10 | 35 | 100 |
| 04 | ASI, Field Unit | 203 | 37 | 130 | 370 |
| 05 | ASI, Special Branch | 13 | 3 | 9 | 25 |
| 06 | ASI, Crime Investigation Department | 13 | 3 | 9 | 25 |
Vertical reservation is 27 percent OBC, 16 percent SC, 20 percent ST and 10 percent EWS, available only to Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates. Posts may increase or decrease before final selection.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 depends on your post, domicile and age on 8 October 2026.
Subedar Stenographer: You need 12th pass, Hindi shorthand at 100 words per minute from a recognised board, polytechnic or ITI, and a CPCT certificate with Hindi typing. You also need a computer qualification such as a DOEACC diploma, COPA, modern office management or a university computer diploma.
Assistant Sub Inspector: You need 12th pass and CPCT with Hindi typing. You also need an engineering degree, BCA, MCA, MSc in computer science or IT, an AICTE approved polytechnic diploma, or one of the computer certificates listed above.
Age: The maximum age is 33 years for unreserved men and EWS men of Madhya Pradesh, and for all candidates from other states. Women of every category, reserved category men and government or board employees get 38 years. Ex servicemen deduct their service and may go up to 3 years above the limit. The minimum age is Not Mentioned. Outside candidates can apply only for open vacancies, without any relaxation.
Other rules: Indian citizenship is required, and Aadhaar registration is compulsory. A candidate with more than two living children, where one was born on or after 26 January 2001, is not eligible.
Physical standards: Height must be 162 cm for men and 152 cm for women, with no relaxation. Eyesight must be 6/9 in one eye and 6/12 in the other without glasses, with normal colour vision.
Salary & Benefits
The pay under MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 is ₹36,200 to ₹1,14,800 for Subedar Stenographer and ₹19,500 to ₹62,000 for Assistant Sub Inspector. During the three year probation you receive 70 percent of minimum pay in year one, 80 percent in year two and 90 percent in year three. Other allowances follow government rules, and the new contributory pension system applies.
Because these posts are ministerial, you work in Police Headquarters or in IG, DIG and SP offices rather than on field duty, and promotion happens inside your own cadre. You will not be posted in your home district except at Police Headquarters, and you must serve five years in a unit before asking for transfer. MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 therefore rewards candidates who want a stable but mobile desk career.
Application Fee
The fee for MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 has an exam fee, a departmental fee and a portal charge, all paid online.
| Category | Exam Fee | Departmental Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹500 | ₹200 |
| SC, ST, OBC, EWS (MP domicile) | ₹250 | ₹100 |
The portal fee is ₹20 through your own login and ₹60 through an MP Online kiosk. Each correction costs ₹20 plus the portal fee.
Selection Process
Selection in MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 has two stages, followed by physical and medical checks.
Stage 1, Online written test: This has 100 objective questions for 100 marks in 2 hours, with no negative marking. Marks are split 40 for general knowledge and reasoning, 30 for mental ability and aptitude, and 30 for science and simple arithmetic. Scores are normalised across shifts as percentiles. Prep tip: attempt every question, since wrong answers cost nothing, and practise arithmetic daily.
Stage 2, Documents and practical test: Candidates up to seven times the vertical vacancies are called. Stenographers take two Hindi dictations at 100 words per minute for 5 minutes each, then type each transcript in 20 minutes. ASI candidates type two Hindi paragraphs of 600 words, 30 minutes each, worth 50 marks per paragraph. At least 30 marks out of 100 are needed. Prep tip: build accuracy first, because every omitted or added word counts as a full error.
Final merit adds written and practical marks, and ties go to the older candidate. Height, medical and character checks follow.
How to Apply Step by Step
Follow these eight actions to submit your MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 form without errors.
- Open the ESB portal and find the link for the Subedar Stenographer and ASI selection test 2026.
- Complete Aadhaar registration and keep your Aadhaar number or VID ready.
- Enter personal, category and domicile details, then rank your preferences for every post you qualify for. Skipped posts are not considered.
- Fill in your qualification mark sheet number, marks obtained and full marks, along with identification marks and photo ID details.
- Choose four exam city preferences from Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Khandwa, Neemuch, Ratlam, Rewa, Sagar, Satna, Sidhi, Ujjain, Badwani and Anuppur.
- Upload a recent colour photograph on a white background, your signature, your handwritten declaration, your date of birth mark sheet and your category certificate.
- Pay the fee online or through an MP Online kiosk and save the receipt.
- Review the form and fix any mistake before 13 October 2026, when the correction window closes.
Is This Job Right for You?
MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 suits 12th pass candidates from Madhya Pradesh who already type Hindi at speed, hold a valid CPCT score and want a permanent job in the MP Police ministerial wing. Stenographers with proven 100 words per minute shorthand have a clear edge for the higher pay scale. Do not apply if you lack CPCT Hindi typing, if you cross the age limit, if you live outside Madhya Pradesh and expect reservation, or if you want field policing duty, because these posts are desk based. The long term value lies in job security, a defined promotion ladder and postings across headquarters and district offices. One real prep tip: take timed Hindi typing tests of 600 words in 30 minutes and review every single error.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there still time to apply for MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026?
Yes. You can apply until 8 October 2026, and corrections are open until 13 October 2026.
How many posts are available under this notification?
There are 655 posts across six post codes, with 135 for Subedar Stenographer and 520 for Assistant Sub Inspector.
Is there an interview in MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026?
No interview is mentioned. Selection depends on the online test and the practical typing or shorthand test.
Can candidates from other states apply for MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026?
Yes, but only for open vacancies, with a maximum age of 33 years and no relaxation.
Is there negative marking in the written test?
No. Wrong or unattempted answers do not lose marks.
How many exam cities can I choose?
You must give four exam city preferences, though the board may allot a different centre.
Conclusion
MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 offers 655 secure ministerial posts with a clear pay scale and a merit based two stage selection. Check your CPCT certificate, sharpen your Hindi typing and apply before 8 October 2026 through the official website, esb.mp.gov.in. For more openings, read our State Government Jobs and Latest Government Jobs pages. Keep every document ready, because MP Police ASI Recruitment 2026 verifies each certificate at the second stage.
