MP police recruitment 2026: 22,500 vacancies to be filled, housing push announced
Synopsis
Madhya Pradesh has declared itself Naxalism-free and is now turning its focus inward — announcing 22,500 police vacancies to be filled and a housing scheme for personnel. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's twin push on recruitment and welfare signals a post-Naxal reorientation of the state's security priorities.
Key Takeaways
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announced a target to fill 22,500 police vacancies on 11 May 2025 .
Recruitment for 2023 and 2024 has been completed; a fresh drive for 2026 covering constables to Sub-Inspectors will begin soon.
The state will provide housing to eligible police personnel in their home districts through the Housing Board .
Madhya Pradesh was declared Naxalism-free on 11 December 2025 , according to DGP Kailash Makwana .
A total of 101 police personnel were honoured at the K.F.
Rustamji Awards ceremony, covering awards for 2019-20 and 2021-22 .
Preparations for Simhastha 2028 are underway, with emphasis on training and grassroots policing.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday, 11 May 2025, announced a major push to accelerate police recruitment and roll out welfare measures for personnel, while declaring that the state has eliminated Naxalism after a decades-long fight. The announcements were made at the K.F. Rustamji Awards Distribution Ceremony at Ravindra Bhawan in Bhopal.
Recruitment Drive and Vacancy Targets
Chief Minister Yadav said the state government is expediting recruitment so that more youth can join the police force and strengthen public safety and law and order. Recruitment processes for 2023 and 2024 have already been completed, and a fresh drive for 2026 will soon begin, covering posts from constables to Sub-Inspectors.
The government has set a target to fill 22,500 vacancies in the police force. Director General of Police Kailash Makwana confirmed that constable recruitment has been completed and newly selected personnel are receiving joining orders.
Housing and Welfare Measures
On the welfare front, Yadav said the state is working with the Housing Board and other agencies to provide eligible police personnel with housing in their home districts.
Point of View
Pegged to 11 December 2025, is as much a political milestone as a security one — and the timing of its announcement at a high-profile awards ceremony is deliberate. The more substantive test is whether the 22,500 vacancy target translates into actual boots on the ground; Madhya Pradesh has historically struggled with police-to-population ratios well below the national benchmark. The housing-in-home-district promise addresses a genuine morale deficit, but its delivery depends on Housing Board capacity and budget allocation — neither of which was detailed. With Simhastha 2028 on the horizon, the pressure to deliver on both counts is real and time-bound.
NationPress
12 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many police vacancies will Madhya Pradesh fill?
The Madhya Pradesh government has set a target to fill 22,500 vacancies in the police force, covering posts from constables to Sub-Inspectors. A fresh recruitment drive for 2026 is expected to begin soon, following the completion of 2023 and 2024 cycles.
When was Madhya Pradesh declared Naxalism-free?
Madhya Pradesh was declared Naxalism-free on 11 December 2025, according to Director General of Police Kailash Makwana. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav credited the achievement to decisive action under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
What welfare measures were announced for MP police personnel?
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced that the state government will work with the Housing Board and other agencies to provide eligible police personnel with housing in their home districts. He emphasised that ensuring the welfare and personal well-being of personnel is the state's responsibility.
What is the K.F. Rustamji Award?
The K.F. Rustamji Award is a state-level police honour named after K.F. Rustamji, the founding Director General of the Border Security Force and a key figure in tackling dacoity in central India. He was awarded the Padma Vibhushan for his contributions to policing. At the 11 May ceremony, 101 personnel were honoured across three award categories for 2019-20 and 2021-22.
What is Simhastha 2028 and how does it relate to MP police?
Simhastha 2028 is a major religious congregation scheduled to be held in Madhya Pradesh in 2028. DGP Kailash Makwana stated that preparations are already underway, with a focus on training and strengthening grassroots policing to manage the large-scale event.
