MP Police Constable Physical Test 2026 (PET/PST): Height, Chest, Running and Long Jump Standards

Lokesh Rathore 📅 Published: 30 Jun 2026 🔄 Updated: 08 Jul 2026 ⏱ 14 min read

If you are aiming for MP Police Constable, the physical stage is where the recruitment is genuinely won or lost. In many state exams the physical test is only a pass-or-fail gate, but in MP Police it works differently: the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) is scored, and those marks are added to your written marks for the final merit list. So two candidates with the same written score can finish far apart on the merit list purely because of how they ran, jumped and threw. That is why understanding the exact height, chest, running and long jump standards early, and training for them from day one, matters so much.

Also see: MP Police Constable salary 2026 - pay scale, approximate in-hand, allowances and career growth.

Exam prep: see the full MP Police Constable syllabus and exam pattern (subjects, marks, no negative marking).

This guide explains the full physical stage for the MP Police Constable (Aarakshak, General Duty) post, based on the official MPESB Police Constable Recruitment Test rule book: the Physical Standard Test (PST) standards, the PET events and how they are scored, how the final merit out of 200 is built, a practical preparation plan, and an honest look at the 2026 vacancy situation.

MP Police Constable (GD): post overview#

The post is Aarakshak (GD), which means Constable General Duty. It is recruited by MPESB (the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board) for the MP Police under the Home (Police) Department. For the full eligibility (height, chest, age and qualification by category), see our MP Police Constable eligibility guide. The recruitment is conducted in two broad phases: a written exam first, then the physical stage (PST and PET).

Here are the core eligibility and post facts from the last cycle's official rule book. Treat the vacancy number as context for the most recent cycle, not as a live opening (more on that in the 2026 status section below).

• Post: Aarakshak (GD), Constable General Duty.
• Recruiting body: MPESB (Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board).
• Last cycle vacancies: 7,500 posts (the most recent cycle, not a current vacancy).
• Pay scale: Rs 19,500 to Rs 62,000. During the probation period the stipend is staged at 70%, then 80%, then 90% across the first three years, as per the 12 December 2019 MP circular.
• Educational qualification: 12th pass (10+2) from a recognised board.
• Age: 18 to 33 years for Madhya Pradesh unreserved candidates. The upper age limit is relaxed for reserved categories and for women, as per MP government rules.

One detail worth fixing in your mind now: the educational bar is only 12th pass, so a very large number of people qualify on paper. That is exactly why the physical stage carries so much weight; it is one of the main ways the field gets narrowed and ranked.

Selection process: how the stages fit together#

The selection runs in a clear sequence, and understanding this flow tells you where your effort actually pays off.

1. Written exam (Phase 1): The objective (MCQ) paper is in Hindi medium, runs for 2 hours, and has 100 questions worth 100 marks (1 mark per correct answer). There is no negative marking. The marks are split as: 40 marks for General Knowledge and Reasoning; 30 marks for Intellectual Ability and Mental Aptitude; 30 marks for Science and Simple Arithmetic.
2. Shortlist for the physical (7x): After the written exam, candidates up to 7 times (7x) the vacancies, counted category-wise, are called for the physical stage. So a strong written score both keeps you in the running and banks marks for the final merit.
3. PST (Physical Standard Test): Height and chest are measured. This is a qualifying gate only. You either meet the standard or you do not, and it carries no marks.
4. PET (Physical Efficiency Test): Three scored events. This is where physical performance turns into marks.
5. Final merit: Written marks (100) plus PET marks (100) equals a total out of 200.

This is the single most important idea in the whole guide: in MP Police Constable, the PET is not just qualifying. Its marks are added to your written score to build the final merit list out of 200, and the PST is the only purely qualifying part. So treat the PET as a marks-earning exam in its own right, not as a formality to be survived.

PST: height and chest standards#

The PST is the measurement stage. For the General Duty Constable post (the "all other cadres" category in the rule book), the standards are set by gender and, for height and chest, by category; females are not measured for chest. This stage is qualifying, so meeting the number keeps you in and falling short ends the attempt, because no relaxation is given in the physical standards at any level.

A few practical points about how the measurements are read:

• Chest expansion is mandatory. For male candidates, a minimum 5 cm chest expansion is required, meaning the difference between your expanded chest and your normal (relaxed) chest must be at least 5 cm. Just meeting the normal-chest number is not enough; the expansion has to be there too.
• No relaxation, ever. Unlike age or some document rules, the height and chest standards do not relax for any category or reason. The number in the rule book is the number you must hit.
• Cadre note. The Special Armed Force cadre has slightly different standards. This guide covers the main General Duty Constable, which is what most aspirants apply for.

If you are close to the height boundary, get measured properly in advance under realistic conditions (barefoot, standing straight) rather than guessing. The measurement on the day is final, so there is no value in optimistic estimates.

PET: events and scoring#

The PET is where you actually earn marks, out of a maximum of 100, across three events:

1. 800 metre run, one attempt. You get a single shot, so pacing and race-day execution matter enormously.
2. Long jump, three attempts. Your best of three counts, which rewards consistency plus a strong peak jump.
3. Shot put, three attempts. Again, three tries, with the best result taken.

The PET is marked on a sliding scale: a faster 800 m time, a longer jump and a longer shot put throw each earn more marks. Of the 100 total marks, the 800 m run alone can earn up to 40 marks, while the long jump and the shot put can each earn up to 30 marks. Every extra second saved on the run and every extra centimetre on the jump and throw moves you up the merit list. The table below, taken directly from Annexure 1 of the official rule book, shows exactly what earns zero marks and what earns full marks on each event.

Between these two ends, marks step up gradually on a fixed scale as your time or distance improves, so even a small gain adds a mark. One detail worth clearing up: the 7.260 kg and 4.000 kg figures above are the weight of the shot put ball for men and women, not a body-weight requirement. MP Police Constable has no minimum or maximum body-weight criterion for either gender; only height and chest are measured at the PST.

Two rules you must internalise:

• Minimum 30% to qualify. Every GD candidate must score at least 30 out of 100 in the PET. Score below that and you are out, no matter how good your written marks were.
• The marks are added to merit. Once you clear that minimum, your PET marks are added to your written marks for the final merit out of 200. Treat 30 as the floor, not the target.

Home Guard and ex-servicemen candidates get relaxed PET standards. The PET is conducted by a selection committee constituted by the Director General (DG).

How to prepare for each PET event#

Because the PET is scored, your training should aim for strong marks, not bare survival. The single biggest mistake aspirants make is treating the physical as something to figure out later, by which point there is rarely enough time to build real running endurance or jumping technique. Here is a practical, event-by-event approach.

800 metre run (one attempt)

This is the event most candidates underestimate, and you only get one attempt, so build a base of steady running first, then layer in speed.

• Build endurance early: In the first few weeks, run easy distances (2 to 3 km) at a comfortable pace several times a week to build your aerobic base.
• Add interval training: Once your base is solid, do repeats such as a hard 400 m, then a jog or walk to recover, and repeat. This trains the pace you will actually need over 800 m.
• Practise the full distance: Time yourself over the actual 800 m regularly so you know your real pace and how hard to start.
• Pace, do not sprint from the gun: Going out too fast and fading is the classic error. Aim for a strong, even pace and a controlled finish.
• Recover and sleep: Endurance is built during rest, so keep one or two easy or rest days a week and prioritise sleep.

Long jump (three attempts)

You get three tries and your best counts, so you can afford one careful, technique-focused first jump and then push harder. Technique adds metres without extra fitness.

• Work on your approach run: A consistent, accelerating run-up sets up a long jump. Practise hitting the take-off point cleanly without slowing down.
• Drive off one foot: Learn to take off powerfully from your stronger leg and drive your knees up.
• Build explosive leg strength: Bodyweight squats, lunges, calf raises and standing broad jumps build the explosive power the jump rewards.
• Use all three attempts wisely: Treat the first jump as a controlled, valid attempt to bank a score, then attack the next two.

Shot put (three attempts)

Shot put is about technique and core or shoulder strength rather than brute force. Many candidates leave easy distance on the table because they have never practised the motion.

• Learn the basic technique: The throw is a push from the shoulder, not a baseball-style throw. Get the holding and release position right first.
• Build pushing strength: Push-ups, overhead presses and core work all help generate throwing power.
• Practise the release angle: A good upward release angle carries the shot further, and repetition is what fixes this.
• Stay safe: Always practise in a clear, open area and warm up your shoulder before throwing hard.

General training advice

• Train all three events together, not just the run, because every event contributes marks.
• Warm up and stretch before every session to avoid injuries that could derail months of preparation.
• Eat and hydrate well with simple, balanced meals and enough water to support both training and recovery.
• Get measured for height and chest early so there are no surprises at the PST.

It is worth comparing the running and measurement standards across the wider MP physical-test cluster. See our combined MP Van Rakshak and Jail Prahari physical test guide, and the post-specific pages for MP Forest Guard recruitment 2026 and MP Jail Prahari recruitment 2026. Training that prepares you for one post's physical generally prepares you for the others too.

Latest 2026 vacancy status (honest)#

The most recent MP Police Constable (GD) cycle was the roughly 7,500-post recruitment, and that cycle is now complete: its written result and PET were already conducted, and the final result was declared earlier in 2026.

As of late June 2026, there is no new official MP Police Constable notification live on esb.mp.gov.in. Some aggregator and coaching websites expect the next Constable notification around August to October 2026, but that timeline is unconfirmed and not official. Do not treat it as confirmed, and do not rely on any fresh vacancy number floating around, because no such number has been officially announced for the next cycle.

What you should do right now, while the notification is awaited:

• Confirm your eligibility against the standards above: age, 12th pass, height and chest.
• Start physical training today. Running endurance and jumping or throwing technique take months to build, so starting now is your single biggest advantage.
• Complete your Rojgar Panjiyan (employment registration) so you are not scrambling when the form opens.
• Keep your documents ready, including your MP mool nivas (domicile) certificate, a required document for Madhya Pradesh candidates.
• Watch the official sources: esb.mp.gov.in and mppolice.gov.in. Trust the notification, not rumours.

Keep in mind that the 7,500 figure, the pay scale and the physical standards in this guide all come from the last cycle's (PCRT 2025) official rule book. The next cycle's exact vacancy count, dates and any changes to the standards must be confirmed on the new notification.

Frequently asked questions#

What is the height requirement for MP Police Constable?

For the General Duty Constable post, the minimum height is 168 cm for male candidates in the Unreserved, SC and OBC categories, and 160 cm for male ST candidates. For female candidates of all categories, the requirement is 155 cm. There is no relaxation in these height standards at any level.

What is the 800m running time for MP Police?

The 800 metre run is scored out of 40 marks, the highest of the three PET events. For full marks, male candidates need to finish in 124.2 seconds (2 minutes 4.2 seconds) or faster, and female candidates in 176 seconds (2 minutes 56 seconds) or faster. Marks drop to zero if a male candidate is slower than 198.3 seconds (3 minutes 18.3 seconds) or a female candidate is slower than 261.8 seconds (4 minutes 21.8 seconds). You must score at least 30 out of 100 overall in the PET to qualify, which you can reach through a combination of the run, long jump and shot put.

Is the MP Police physical test qualifying or scored?

It is both, depending on the part. The PST (height and chest measurement) is purely a qualifying gate and carries no marks. The PET (the 800 m run, long jump and shot put) is scored out of 100, and those marks are added to your written marks for the final merit out of 200. So the physical efficiency test is not just qualifying; it directly affects your rank.

What is the chest measurement for MP Police Constable?

Chest is measured for male candidates only (it is not applicable for females). For Unreserved, SC and OBC male candidates, the chest must be 81 cm normal and 86 cm after expansion. For ST male candidates, it is 76 cm normal and 81 cm after expansion. A minimum 5 cm chest expansion is mandatory in every case.

Is there an MP Police Constable vacancy in 2026?

As of late June 2026, there is no new official MP Police Constable notification live on esb.mp.gov.in. The most recent cycle (around 7,500 posts) is already complete, with its result declared earlier in 2026. Some coaching and aggregator sites expect the next notification around August to October 2026, but that is unconfirmed and not official. Watch esb.mp.gov.in and mppolice.gov.in for the official announcement, and do not rely on any unofficial vacancy number.

What is the minimum marks in PET?

Every General Duty candidate must score at least 30% in the PET, which means a minimum of 30 out of 100. Scoring below this disqualifies you regardless of your written marks. Once you clear this minimum, your PET marks are added to your written marks for the final merit, so it is best to aim well above 30.

What is the long jump distance for full marks in MP Police PET?

For full marks (30 out of 30) in the long jump, male candidates need 5.57 metres (about 18.3 feet) or more, and female candidates need 4.36 metres (about 14.3 feet) or more. Marks fall to zero below 2.96 m for men and 2.04 m for women. You get three attempts, and your best jump counts.

Is there a weight requirement for MP Police Constable?

No, MP Police Constable has no minimum or maximum body-weight criterion for men or women. Only height and chest (for men) are measured at the PST. The 7.260 kg and 4.000 kg figures sometimes mistaken for a weight requirement are actually the weight of the shot put ball used in the PET, one for men and one for women, not the candidate's own body weight.

Last verified: 30 June 2026 (MP Police Constable physical standards per the official MPESB Police Constable Recruitment Test rule book at esb.mp.gov.in). Standards can change each cycle, so always confirm the latest official notification before relying on any figure.

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About the Author

Lokesh Rathore

Lokesh Rathore is from Madhya Pradesh and has personally prepared for MP government exams such as MPESB (Vyapam) and MPPSC. He has been through the entire process himself - from filling the online form to the exam hall, answer keys and results - so he explains the practical side behind every notification: eligibility doubts, common mistakes, and the right preparation strategy. Through MP Rojgar Khabar, his goal is simple: to give every MP aspirant accurate, trustworthy guidance in one place.