MPESB MP Police Constable Driver Recruitment 2026 Online Form (1,000 Posts)

Executive Editorial Overview & Recruitment Highlights

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB, formerly Vyapam), on behalf of the Police Headquarters (PHQ), Government of Madhya Pradesh, has released the official recruitment notification for the MP Police Constable (Driver) Recruitment Examination 2026. This state-level recruitment drive aims to fill 1,000 vacant Constable Driver posts across police executive units, Special Armed Force (SAF) battalions, and district police commissionerates.

Appointed Constable Drivers will receive a handsome monthly compensation in Pay Level-4 (Pay Band ₹19,500 to ₹62,000) with an initial in-hand monthly salary of approximately ₹28,500 to ₹32,000 per month, inclusive of Dearness Allowance, HRA, uniform maintenance, and specialized driving allowances. Candidates who have passed 10th High School (or 8th Pass for ST category candidates) and hold a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) Driving License are eligible to apply. Selection involves a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Endurance Test (PET), and a 50-mark Practical Driving Trade Test.

• Age Limit Calculation Date: As on 06 October 2026
• Minimum Age (All Candidates): 18 Years
• Maximum Age for Male (UR / Other State): 33 Years (+3 Years Covid relaxation = 36 Years)
• Maximum Age for Female / Reserved (MP Domicile): 38 Years (+3 Years Covid relaxation = 41 Years)
• Age Relaxation Note: SC/ST/OBC and Female candidates of Madhya Pradesh are entitled to category age relaxations as per MP Govt rules.

Physical Standards (PST) Eligibility:

1. Phase 1: Computer Based Written Examination (CBT): 100 objective multiple-choice questions (100 Marks, 2 Hours duration) covering General Knowledge, Reasoning, Elementary Mathematics, Road Traffic Signs, and Motor Vehicle Maintenance basics.
2. Phase 2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET): 800-meter race, Long Jump, and Shot Put. PET is qualifying in nature for Driver posts.
3. Phase 3: Practical Driving Skill & Trade Test (50 Marks): Mandatory practical assessment of vehicle driving skills, reverse steering, uphill start, obstacle maneuvering, traffic rules, and basic mechanical troubleshooting.
4. Phase 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination: Verification of educational credentials, driving license validity, MP employment registration, and physical/vision fitness (6/6 vision without glasses/color blindness check).

1. Visit the official MPESB portal at esb.mp.gov.in or MP Online portal at peb.mponline.gov.in.
2. Ensure your MP Employment Exchange Registration (Rojgar Panjiyan) is active; if expired, renew or create a new registration on rojgar.mp.gov.in.
3. Log in using your MPESB Profile Registration ID or create a new profile with verified Aadhaar e-KYC.
4. Click on 'Police Constable (Driver) Recruitment Test - 2026' under the online application section.
5. Fill in personal, educational, and permanent address details, ensuring your name matches your 10th High School marksheet.
6. Enter your Driving License number, issuing RTO authority, and category (Heavy Motor Vehicle - HMV) accurately.
7. Upload your recent passport photograph with candidate's name and photo capture date printed at the bottom, along with signature and self-declaration proforma.
8. Pay the application fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or directly through an authorized MP Online Kiosk.
9. Print and securely save the final computerized confirmation slip containing the 14-digit Application Number for admit card download.

1. Operational Job Profile & Departmental Responsibilities

Constable Drivers in the Madhya Pradesh Police Department perform crucial mobility duties in law enforcement and public security. Responsibilities include operating Police Control Room (PCR) patrol vans, Dial 100/112 emergency response vehicles, heavy troop carriers (Vajra riot control vehicles), prisoner escort buses, and senior departmental staff cars. Drivers are also tasked with routine preventive vehicle maintenance, fuel log management, battery and tire inspections, and immediate emergency vehicle dispatch during law-and-order crises.

2. 7th CPC Salary Structure & In-Hand Pay Slip Breakdown

MP Police Constable Driver is placed in Pay Level-4 (Basic Pay ₹19,500 – ₹62,000) under the Madhya Pradesh State 7th Pay Commission. Below is the realistic monthly salary calculation for a newly recruited Constable Driver posted in a major city:

3. Practical Driving Trade Test (50 Marks) Marking Scheme

Unlike regular GD Constables where PET marks dictate final merit, for Constable Drivers the Driving Skill Test carries 50 critical marks:

• Steering & Forward/Reverse Track (15 Marks): Driving in an '8' track and reverse 'S' bend without touching cones or track boundaries.
• Uphill Gradient Stop & Restart (10 Marks): Stopping on an incline and moving forward without rolling backward more than 6 inches using proper clutch and handbrake control.
• Traffic Rules, Signage & Hand Signals (10 Marks): Oral and practical test on mandatory, cautionary, and informatory road signs, overtaking etiquette, and lane discipline.
• Basic Motor Mechanism & Troubleshooting (15 Marks): Checking engine oil levels, replacing flat tires using jacks, diagnosing brake fluid leaks, and identifying engine overheating warning signs.

4. Top 4 Application Mistakes to Avoid (Form Rejection Warning)

• Expired Rojgar Panjiyan: Candidates must hold an active MP Employment Exchange registration on the date of application. An expired registration invalidates selection during verification.
• Driving License Cutoff Date: The Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving license must be issued on or before the last date of application (29 October 2026). Learner licenses are strictly NOT accepted.
• Photograph Rules: MPESB mandates a white background photograph with the candidate's full name and date of photo capture clearly printed in a white box at the bottom.
• Other State Category Claims: Candidates residing outside Madhya Pradesh are considered under the Unreserved (UR) category and cannot claim OBC/SC/ST or EWS fee/age concessions.

5. Departmental Promotion Ladder

Constable Drivers progress through specialized Motor Transport (MT) cadre promotions: Constable Driver (Level-4) → Head Constable Driver (Level-6) → Assistant Sub-Inspector Motor Transport (ASI MT, Level-7) → Sub-Inspector Motor Transport (SI MT, Level-8) → Inspector MT / Transport Officer (Level-9).

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