MP Police Band Constable Recruitment 2026 — 679 Posts | Application Closed
MP Police Band Constable 2026 for 679 posts. Online applications were open 5–19 April 2026. Selection based on Band Playing Test (75 marks) + Interview (25 marks). No written exam.
679
Total Posts
Pay Level 3 (₹19,500–62,000/month) + Police Allowances
Salary
18–33 yrs
Age Limit
Madhya Pradesh (State Police Band Units — Bhopal and District HQs)
Location
About This Notification
Madhya Pradesh Police released recruitment for 679 Constable (Band) posts through direct recruitment in April 2026. Band Constables are responsible for performing in the MP Police Band at state events, VIP ceremonies, Republic Day, Independence Day parades, and other official functions.
This is a unique recruitment with no written exam. Selection is entirely based on musical skill — candidates must demonstrate proficiency in a specific instrument and clear a Band Playing Test.
Instruments accepted (List A — Western): Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Saxophone, Trombone, French Horn, Bass Tuba, Side Drum, Bass Drum, Bugle.
List B — Indian Classical: Keyboard, Guitar, Sitar, Tabla, Harmonium, Sarangi, Bansuri.
Candidates must know at least one instrument from the above lists. The application window was 5–19 April 2026 (now closed).
Key Details
Educational Qualification
- Class 10th (Matriculation) pass for General/OBC/SC/EWS candidates
- Class 8th pass for ST candidates
- Must have knowledge of at least one musical instrument (List A or List B)
Age Limit
General Category: 18–33 years
SC/ST (MP): 5 years | OBC (MP): 3 years | PwBD: 10 years | Female candidates: 5 additional years.
Age relaxation as per MP Government norms.
