MPESB 2026 Recruitment: 507 Subedar And Sub-Inspector (SI) Posts Announced The selection process is multi-stage and it begins with Preliminary Written Exam, then Mains Exam, Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Interview.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026
To prepare well you need to have a good idea of the structure for both Prelims and Mains. Prelims is qualifying stage and Mains+PET+Interview decides your final merit .
Pattern of Prelim Examination
Feature Description
Mode Online (Computer Based Exam)
Total questions 100
Total Marks 100
Time 2 Hours
Negative Marking No
Topics Covered Hindi & English Comprehension Analytical Ability History Geography Science Civics Basic Computing Knowledge Reasoning and Current Affairs
Mains Exam Pattern
The Mains has two compulsory papers on General Studies each carrying 300 marks . It is to be noted that negative marking for wrong answers is ⅓ in the Mains whereas it is not in the Prelims.
Paper Section TopicsMarks Time
Paper 1 History and Indian Society 150 2 Hours
B Governance, Constitution and Polity, Social Justice and Legislations 150
Paper 2 A Current Affairs, Technology, Economic Development, Environment and Internal Security 150 2 Hours
B Reasoning and Data Interpretation 150 📚 Detailed Syllabus Breakdown
For focused preparation for both the stages, a detailed subject-wise syllabus is a must.
Syllabus for Prelims
Reading Comprehension Hindi & English: Passage questions, vocabulary and grammar.
History: Ancient, Medieval and Modern History of India and World.
Geography: Physical, Political & Economic Geography of India and the World.
Analytical Skills: ability to interpret data, logical reasoning and problem solving.
Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science.
Civics: Indian polity, constitution, governance, rights and duties.
Current Affairs: National & International Events, Government Schemes, Sports.
Reasoning Verbal and Non-verbal reasoning, puzzles and coding-decoding.
Knowledges of Basic Computing: Basic computer operation, MS Office, Internet and networks.
Mains Syllabus
Paper 1, Part A: Indian Society & History (150 Marks)
History: Important phases from Harappan civilization to post-independence consolidation including the Mauryan, Gupta, Mughal and Vijaynagar empires, arrival of the East India Company, Revolt of 1857 and the National Movement.
Indian Society: Salient features, diversity, demography of India and Madhya Pradesh, tribes of MP, role of women and impact of globalization.
Paper 1, Part B: Governance, Constitution and Polity, Social Justice and Legislations (150 marks)
Historical background, development and features of the Indian Constitution. Constitution and Polity.
Social Justice & Legislations : Relevant Acts on SC/ST, Women, Children & Others.
Paper 2 Part A : Current affairs, Technology, Economy, Environment & Internal Security (150 marks)
Current Affairs & Economy Recent happenings, technological advancements, economic development and environment issues.
Internal Security: This category includes issues related to security of the nation.
Paper 2: Part B: Reasoning and Data Interpretation (150 marks)
Reasoning: Questions of analytical and logical reasoning.
Data Interpretation: Reading data presented in the form of charts, graphs and tables.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Norms
The PET is a required qualifying phase. All the candidates who fail this test are disqualified even if they have passed their written exams. The PET is composed of 3 events:
Event Male StandardFemale Standard
800 m RaceMax 2′ 40″3 min 30 sec maximum
Long Jump 13 feet (3 tries)10 ft (3 attempts)
Shot Put 19 feet with 7.260 kg ball 15 feet with 4 kg ball
Physical Standards (PST)
Minimum Height (Male): 162 cm or 167.5 cm (some sources). This needs to be checked in the official notification itself.
Minimum Height (Female): 152.4 cm or 152 cm.
Chest (Male) 81 cm unexpanded / 86 cm expanded (minimum expansion of 5 cm).
Vision: 6/9 in the better eye, 6/12 in the other (uncorrected).