MPPSC State Tax Inspector & Police SI Recruitment 2026: Apply for 552 Vacancies

If you are a graduate aspiring to secure a prestigious, high-authority administrative or uniformed position in Madhya Pradesh, a massive opportunity has just opened up. The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has officially released the recruitment notification for highly sought-after posts, including State Tax Inspector and Police Sub-Inspector (SI), for the year 2026.

This combined recruitment drive brings a total of 552 vacancies across the Commercial Tax Department and the Home (Police) Department of Madhya Pradesh. Whether you envision yourself enforcing law and order in a khaki uniform or managing state revenue and GST compliance as a Tax Inspector, this exam is your gateway. The online application window is currently active and will close promptly on April 30, 2026.

Let us break down absolutely everything you need to know about this MPPSC recruitment. We will cover the specific eligibility criteria, the distinct physical requirements for the uniformed roles, the salary structures, and the comprehensive multi-stage selection process.

About the Recruiter: MPPSC

The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) is the premier constitutional body responsible for conducting the State Services Examination (SSE) and other subordinate service exams to recruit officers for various state government departments.

Securing a job through MPPSC means entering the prestigious state executive and subordinate executive cadre.

• State Tax Inspector: You will be working under the Commercial Tax Department, a crucial wing responsible for the economic backbone of the state.

• Police Sub-Inspector (SI): You will be working under the Home Department, forming the core investigative and law-enforcement layer of the state police machinery.

Posts and Breakdown: Qualification, Age, & Salary Overview

Before getting into the department-specific requirements, here is the baseline eligibility every applicant must satisfy:

• Basic Educational Qualifications: You must possess a Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent institution. Final year/semester students are also eligible to apply for the preliminary exam, provided they acquire their degree before the mains examination/interview stage.

• Employment Registration: Candidates must have a valid registration with the Madhya Pradesh Employment Exchange (Rojgar Panjiyan) at the time of the interview/final selection.

• Salary Summary Overview: Both the State Tax Inspector and Police Sub-Inspector posts are highly lucrative Group C / Subordinate Executive positions. They fall under the 7th Pay Commission matrix. The basic pay scale starts at ₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800. Factoring in Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and uniform/field allowances, the initial in-hand salary easily ranges between ₹48,000 to ₹55,000 per month.

Detailed Overview & Age Limits for Each Post

Because this recruitment combines a civilian desk/field job with a uniformed defense job, the age limits and physical standards differ significantly.

State Tax Inspector (Commercial Tax Department)

• The Job Role: This is a non-uniformed executive role. Your primary duties will involve tax assessment, GST audits, verifying commercial tax compliance of businesses, conducting field inspections to prevent tax evasion, and maximizing state revenue collection.

• Age Limit: Minimum 21 years and Maximum 40 years for Unreserved candidates. (Relaxable up to 45 years for SC/ST/OBC and female candidates).

• Physical Standards: Not applicable. There are no height or chest requirements for this civilian post.

Police Sub-Inspector (Home Department)

• The Job Role: This is a uniformed role demanding high physical fitness and mental agility. As an SI, you will be the first investigating officer for criminal cases, responsible for maintaining law and order in your jurisdiction, VIP security, and community policing.

• Age Limit: Due to the physical nature of the job, the age limit is stricter. Minimum 21 years and Maximum 33 years for Unreserved Male candidates. (Relaxable up to 38 years for SC/ST/OBC and female candidates).

• Physical Standard Test (PST):

  • Male Candidates: Minimum Height 167.5 cm | Chest: 81 cm (normal) with a minimum 5 cm expansion (up to 86 cm).

  • Female Candidates: Minimum Height 152.4 cm | Chest: Not applicable.

Important Dates

Ensure you submit your application well before the deadline, as the MPPSC servers experience heavy traffic during the final days.

How to Apply

The application process is exclusively online. Follow these exact steps to ensure a flawless submission:

1. Head to the Official Portal: Visit the official MPPSC portal at mppsc.mp.gov.in or directly go to mponline.gov.in.

2. Registration/Login: Click on the "Apply Online" tab. If you have applied for MPPSC exams before, log in using your existing credentials. Otherwise, complete a new candidate registration.

3. Find the Active Link: Select the link for "State Services / Subordinate Services Examination 2026" encompassing the Tax Inspector and SI posts.

4. Fill Details & Preferences: Enter your educational data. Important: You will be asked to fill in your post preferences. Rank State Tax Inspector and Police Sub-Inspector according to your career goals and physical eligibility.

5. Upload Documents: Upload a recent passport-size photograph (with your name and date of photo captured clearly printed) and your signature.

6. Pay the Fee: * Unreserved (General) & Candidates from outside MP: ₹500/-

   • SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PWD (MP Domicile only): ₹250/-

   • Note: A mandatory portal charge of ₹40/- applies.

7. Submit & Save: Complete your payment via UPI, Debit Card, or Net Banking. Download and securely save the final PDF application receipt.

Selection Process

This is a premier state-level exam, and the selection process is rigorous, comprising four distinct phases:

Phase 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) An offline OMR-based screening test consisting of two papers:

• Paper I: General Studies (MP GK, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Current Affairs).

• Paper II: General Aptitude Test (CSAT).

• Note: Marks from Paper I are used to determine the cut-off for the Mains exam for these executive posts. Paper II is generally qualifying in nature. There is usually no negative marking in MPPSC prelims.

Phase 2: Mains Examination (Descriptive Type) Candidates who clear the Prelims will write the subjective Mains exam. It consists of comprehensive papers covering History, Geography, Polity, Economics, Science & Tech, Ethics, General Hindi, and an Essay paper.

Phase 3: Physical Proficiency Test (PPT/PET) - For Police SI Only Candidates who clear the Mains and have opted for the Police SI post will undergo physical tests.

• Male: 800-meter run in 2 minutes 40 seconds, Long Jump (13 feet), and Shot Put (19 feet with a 7.26kg ball).

• Female: 800-meter run in 3 minutes 30 seconds, Long Jump (10 feet), and Shot Put (15 feet with a 4kg ball).

Phase 4: Personal Interview / Personality Test The final stage is an interview conducted by the MPPSC board to evaluate the candidate's administrative aptitude, presence of mind, and overall suitability for a gazetted/subordinate gazetted role. Final merit is formed combining Mains and Interview marks.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can final year graduation students apply for these posts? Yes. Candidates in their final year/semester of graduation can apply and appear for the Preliminary examination. However, they must produce proof of passing their bachelor's degree on or before the last date of submitting the detailed application form for the Mains examination.

2. Is there any negative marking in the MPPSC Preliminary Exam? Historically and under current MPPSC guidelines, there is no negative marking in the Preliminary examination. Candidates are encouraged to attempt all questions.

3. I wear spectacles. Am I eligible for the Police Sub-Inspector post? Yes, candidates with glasses can apply. However, there are specific medical standards regarding visual acuity (usually 6/9 in the better eye and 6/12 in the worse eye without correction, or specified corrected limits). You must not have color blindness. State Tax Inspector has no such strict visual parameters.

4. Can candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh apply? Yes, candidates from other states are entirely eligible to apply. However, they are treated as Unreserved (General) category candidates during the merit calculation and fee payment, regardless of their caste status in their home state.

5. Do I need to give a separate physical test for the State Tax Inspector post? No. The State Tax Inspector is a civilian executive role. If you are exclusively applying for or only qualify for the Tax Inspector post, you will bypass the Physical Proficiency Test phase and go straight from Mains to the Interview phase.