Latest Recruitment Status (Updated 17 September 2026)
Latest Update: Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal has officially released the detailed recruitment rules and branch-wise vacancies for 655 posts of Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer and Assistant Sub Inspector (Ministerial) under Police Headquarters, Home (Police) Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. The online application portal at esb.mponline.gov.in will open on 24 September 2026 and remain accessible until 08 October 2026. The first-stage computer-based test (CBT) is scheduled to commence from 03 November 2026.
MP Police Subedar & ASI Recruitment 2026: Official Notification & Overview
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB/ESB), formerly known as MPPEB or Vyapam, headquartered in Bhopal, has notified the official examination schedule and recruitment details for the Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer & Assistant Sub Inspector (Ministerial) Recruitment Test 2026. This recruitment drive aims to induct 655 qualified clerical and administrative personnel directly into the specialized ministerial branches of the Madhya Pradesh Police Department under Police Headquarters (PHQ), Home (Police) Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh.
A critical clarification for all prospective aspirants is that Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer and Assistant Sub Inspector (Ministerial) are two entirely distinct posts carrying separate pay matrix levels, educational and technical requirements, and service responsibilities. While online search queries frequently combine them as "MP Police ASI Subedar", candidates must note that these are not a single composite post. Candidates must examine the post codes, branch duties, CPCT requirements, typing speed benchmarks, and shorthand speed rules before submitting their online preference.
MP Police Subedar & ASI Vacancy 2026: 6 Post Codes & Branch Distribution
The total 655 vacancies are distributed across six distinct post codes spanning General Police Branch, Special Branch (SB), Field Units, and the Crime Investigation Department (CID). Below is the comprehensive post-code distribution verified against the official MPESB Rulebook:
| Post Code | Designation & Branch / Unit | Total Posts | Pay Matrix Level | Key Technical Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer – General Branch | 125 | Level-7 (₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800) | 10+2 + 100 WPM Hindi Shorthand + CPCT (Hindi Typing) + Computer Diploma |
| 02 | Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer – Special Branch (SB) | 10 | Level-7 (₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800) | 10+2 + 100 WPM Hindi Shorthand + CPCT (Hindi Typing) + Computer Diploma |
| 03 | Assistant Sub Inspector (Ministerial) – General Branch | 100 | Level-4 (₹19,500 – ₹62,000) | 10+2 + CPCT (Hindi Typing) + Computer Diploma/Degree (No Shorthand) |
| 04 | Assistant Sub Inspector (Ministerial) – Field Unit | 370 | Level-4 (₹19,500 – ₹62,000) | 10+2 + CPCT (Hindi Typing) + Computer Diploma/Degree (Largest Vacancy) |
| 05 | Assistant Sub Inspector (Ministerial) – Special Branch | 25 | Level-4 (₹19,500 – ₹62,000) | 10+2 + CPCT (Hindi Typing) + Computer Diploma/Degree (No Shorthand) |
| 06 | Assistant Sub Inspector (Ministerial) – Crime Investigation Department (CID) | 25 | Level-4 (₹19,500 – ₹62,000) | 10+2 + CPCT (Hindi Typing) + Computer Diploma/Degree (No Shorthand) |
| Grand Total Vacancies Across All 6 Post Codes | 655 | Police Headquarters, Home (Police) Department, Madhya Pradesh | ||
Category-Wise Vacancies & Horizontal Reservation Rules
In accordance with Madhya Pradesh State Public Services (Reservation for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes) Act and the MP Police Ministerial Executive Service Recruitment Rules, vertical reservations are allocated across Unreserved (UR), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Class (OBC), and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) categories.
👩 Female Reservation (Horizontal 33% - 35%)
As per Madhya Pradesh Government Gazette notifications, female candidates have a horizontal compartmentalized reservation of up to 33% - 35% in ministerial cadre police posts. This quota is calculated within each vertical category (UR Female, OBC Female, SC Female, ST Female, EWS Female) and is not added on top of the total 655 vacancies.
🎖️ Ex-Servicemen Reservation (Horizontal 10%)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates from defence forces who hold Madhya Pradesh domicile are granted a 10% horizontal reservation distributed across respective vertical categories. ESM candidates must have obtained their military discharge certificate before the application closing date.
Detailed Analysis: Post Codes 01 to 06 Requirements
Post Code 01 & 02: Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer (125 + 10 = 135 Posts)
Level-7 Pay ScalePost Code 01 covers 125 posts in the General Branch, while Post Code 02 covers 10 posts in the Special Branch (Intelligence & Security wing). Candidates selected for Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer work directly with senior IPS officers, District Superintendents of Police, DIGs, and IGs, recording official shorthand dictations, confidential statements, and executive proceedings.
- Academic: Higher Secondary (Class 12th) pass under the 10+2 pattern from a recognized Board.
- Shorthand Benchmark: Mandatory Hindi Shorthand Certificate with a speed of 100 words per minute (WPM) from the Madhya Pradesh Shorthand/Typewriting Council or recognized Board.
- CPCT Scorecard: Must possess a valid CPCT Scorecard issued by MAP_IT with qualifying marks in both Computer Proficiency and Hindi Typing.
- Computer Diploma: Minimum 1-Year recognized Computer Diploma (DCA, PGDCA, COPA, or Degree in CS/IT).
Post Code 03 & 04: ASI (Ministerial) – General Branch & Field Units (100 + 370 = 470 Posts)
Level-4 Pay ScalePost Code 04 (Field Units) constitutes the single largest vacancy block with 370 posts, while Post Code 03 accounts for 100 posts in General Branch. ASI (Ministerial) personnel handle departmental dispatches, service records, pay roll preparation, departmental enquiries, and official correspondence across District Police Offices (SP Offices) and Battalions.
- Academic: 10+2 Higher Secondary pass from a recognized Board.
- CPCT Scorecard: Mandatory CPCT Scorecard with passing marks in Computer Proficiency and Hindi Typing.
- Computer Qualification: Recognized 1-Year Computer Diploma (DCA / PGDCA / COPA) or higher IT degree.
- Shorthand Exemption: Shorthand is NOT required for ASI (Ministerial) posts.
Post Code 05 & 06: ASI (Ministerial) – Special Branch & CID (25 + 25 = 50 Posts)
Level-4 Pay ScalePost Code 05 (Special Branch - 25 Posts) and Post Code 06 (Crime Investigation Department / CID - 25 Posts) provide critical ministerial and data management support to high-priority intelligence and investigative wings of the MP Police. Responsibilities include docket management, case record compilation, and secure digital communications.
- Academic: 10+2 Higher Secondary pass from a recognized Board.
- CPCT Scorecard: Valid CPCT Scorecard with Computer Proficiency + Hindi Typing qualifying score.
- Computer Qualification: 1-Year DCA/PGDCA or recognized IT Degree/Diploma.
- Investigative Experience: No prior investigative experience is required; recruitment is purely through the standard competitive ministerial examination.
Is CPCT Mandatory for MP Police ASI & Subedar Recruitment?
Yes, CPCT is 100% compulsory. The Computer Proficiency Certification Test (CPCT) conducted by the Madhya Pradesh Agency for Promotion of Information Technology (MAP_IT), Government of Madhya Pradesh is the statutory qualifying benchmark for ministerial clerical recruitments across MP Government departments.
⚠️ Crucial Conditions Governing CPCT Eligibility:
- Candidates must have qualified both the Computer Proficiency section (minimum 50% score, i.e., 38 out of 75 marks) and the Hindi Typing section on the CPCT Scorecard.
- English typing is optional unless specifically mandated, but Hindi typing is mandatory.
- The CPCT Scorecard must have been issued and valid on or before the closing date of application (08 October 2026).
- Candidates who have appeared in CPCT but whose results have not been declared by 08 October 2026 are not eligible to apply.
Recognized Computer Qualifications for MP Police Ministerial Posts
In addition to Higher Secondary (10+2) and CPCT, candidates must possess a valid computer diploma or technical degree recognized under MP General Administration Department (GAD) guidelines:
| Eligible Qualification Category | Recognized Certificates / Degrees | Issuing Authority / Recognition |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Computer Diploma | DCA (Diploma in Computer Applications) / PGDCA | UGC-recognized University / Makhanlal Chaturvedi University |
| Graduation / Post Graduation in CS/IT | BCA, MCA, B.Sc (Computer Science / IT), M.Sc (CS/IT) | UGC-recognized University (Exempted from separate 1-yr diploma) |
| Engineering Degree | B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science or Information Technology | AICTE / UGC-approved Engineering Institute |
| Polytechnic Diploma | 3-Year Diploma in Computer Science / IT / Modern Office Management | AICTE / State Technical Board (RGPV) |
| Vocational ITI / National Level | 1-Year COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant) / DOEACC 'O' Level | NCVT / SCVT ITI or NIELIT (formerly DOEACC) |
MP Police Subedar & ASI Age Limit 2026 (As on 08 October 2026)
The age criteria for recruitment to the ministerial posts are calculated strictly with reference to 08 October 2026 (the last date of the online application form). The detailed category-wise age limits are:
Physical Standards Test (PST) for Ministerial Posts
Because Subedar (Ministerial) and ASI (Ministerial) are desk-based administrative and clerical cadres, candidates are exempt from physical efficiency endurance tests (PET) such as 800-metre running, long jump, and shot put. However, candidates must meet the prescribed Physical Standards Test (PST) during document verification:
| Gender & Category | Minimum Height | Chest (Unexpanded) | Chest (Expanded) | Medical Standards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male (General, OBC, SC, EWS) | 162 cm | 81 cm | 86 cm (5 cm expansion) | No knock knees, flat foot, or colour blindness |
| Male (ST Category) | 160 cm | 76 cm | 81 cm (5 cm expansion) | Standard relaxation for scheduled tribes |
| Female (All Categories) | 152 cm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable | Standard physical & visual fitness |
MPESB Subedar & ASI Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026
The selection begins with a single online Computer-Based Test (CBT) carrying 100 Objective Multiple Choice Questions for 100 Marks with a composite duration of 2 Hours (120 Minutes):
📚 General Knowledge & MP GK (25 Marks)
History, Geography, Polity, Culture, and Economy of Madhya Pradesh; Major MP Government welfare schemes, tourist landmarks, natural resources; National Current Affairs, Sports, Awards, and Indian Constitution.
📝 General Hindi & English (25 Marks)
General Hindi: Vyakaran, Sandhi, Samas, Paryayvachi, Vilom, Muhavare, Lokoktiyan, Vakya Shuddhi, Patra Lekhan rules. General English: Tenses, Active/Passive Voice, Prepositions, Spotting Errors, Vocabulary, Synonyms/Antonyms, Comprehension.
🔢 Elementary Maths & Reasoning (25 Marks)
Number System, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Time & Distance; Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Series, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams.
💻 Computer Knowledge & IT (25 Marks)
Computer Architecture, Hardware, RAM/ROM, Operating Systems (Windows/Linux), MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), Internet protocols, Email etiquette, Cyber Security, Virus/Malware, Networking fundamentals, and Hindi font typography (Kruti Dev / Mangal / InScript).
MP Police Subedar & ASI Salary & 3-Year Probation Remuneration
In accordance with Finance Department Notification No. F-11-1/2019/Rule/Four of the Government of Madhya Pradesh, newly appointed personnel undergo a 3-year probation period during which stipend remuneration is disbursed as a progressive percentage of the minimum basic pay:
Upon successful completion of the three-year probation period and departmental confirmation, personnel receive 100% full pay in their respective pay matrix: Level-7 (₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800) for Subedar Stenographers and Level-4 (₹19,500 – ₹62,000) for Assistant Sub Inspectors, along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and Police Medical Benefits.
MPESB Online Examination Centres 2026
The online computer-based written examination will be organized across 14 major examination cities in Madhya Pradesh. Candidates can submit their centre preferences in the application form:
⚠️ Important Fact-Check Alert for Candidates:
Please do not confuse this Subedar (Ministerial) Stenographer & Assistant Sub Inspector (Ministerial) Recruitment Test 2026 (655 Posts) with the separate MP Police Sub Inspector & Subedar (Executive) Recruitment Test 2026 (507 Posts) or the older 2025 Subedar & Sub-Inspector tests. The ministerial recruitment is clerical/administrative, carries distinct physical criteria, requires CPCT/computer qualifications, and does not involve field physical endurance events.