ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Recruitment Conducting Body | Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBPF), Ministry of Home Affairs |
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| Post Names | Head Constable (Mechanic) & Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) |
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| Total Vacancies | 37 Posts |
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| Cadre / Classification | Group 'C' Combatised (Non-Gazetted) |
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| Pay Scale | Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100 per month) |
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| Application Mode | Online Only |
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| Application Window | 28th September 2026 to 27th October 2026 |
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| Official Recruitment Portal | recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in |
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ITBP Head Constable Vacancy Distribution 2026
The vacancy distribution across both specialized trades is categorized below:
| Post Designation |
UR |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
EWS |
Total Vacancies |
| Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) |
7 |
7 |
4 |
0 |
3 |
21 |
| Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) |
4 |
9 |
0 |
2 |
1 |
16 |
| Total |
11 |
16 |
4 |
2 |
4 |
37 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
1. Head Constable (Motor Mechanic)
- Educational Qualification: Passed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) from a recognized Board or Institution.
- Technical Qualification & Experience: Certificate in Motor Mechanic trade from a recognized Industrial Training Institute (ITI) or Institution with at least three (3) years of practical workshop experience, OR a 3-year Diploma in Automobile Engineering from a recognized institution.
- Age Limit: 18 to 25 years as of the crucial closing date.
2. Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor)
- Educational Qualification: Degree from a recognized University or equivalent with Psychology as a subject; OR a Degree from a recognized University with Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) / Bachelor of Teaching (B.T.) or equivalent qualification.
- Age Limit: 20 to 25 years as of the crucial closing date.
Note: Age relaxations apply for SC, ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, and departmental candidates as per Central Government rules and ITBP guidelines.
Pay Scale & Allowances
Selected candidates will receive compensation under Pay Level – 4 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with basic pay ranging from Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100/- per month, along with Dearness Allowance (DA), Ration Money Allowance, House Rent Allowance (HRA) / Free accommodation, Transport Allowance, Risk & Hardship Allowance, and other medical/pensionary benefits applicable to Central Armed Police Force personnel.
Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Fee Amount |
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| General (UR), OBC, and EWS Male Candidates | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female Candidates | Exempted (Nil) |
Application fee must be paid strictly online via the ITBP recruitment payment gateway using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
How to Apply for ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official ITBP Recruitment website at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.
- Click on NEW USER REGISTRATION if you are applying for the first time and submit your basic profile, email ID, and mobile number.
- Log in using your registered credentials and go to the Live Applications dashboard.
- Select the post applied for (Head Constable Mechanic or Education & Stress Counsellor).
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, trade experience, and address.
- Upload clear scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and relevant certificates according to the prescribed image specifications.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100/- online (if applicable).
- Preview your completed form carefully and click Submit. Download and print the acknowledgment slip for physical verification stages.
Important Dates
| Online Application Commencement Date | 28th September 2026 |
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| Closing Date for Online Applications | 27th October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
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| Admit Card & PST / PET Schedule | To be notified officially |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the total number of vacancies in ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 37 posts are announced, comprising 21 posts for Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) and 16 posts for Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor).
Q2: What is the pay scale for ITBP Head Constable posts?
Ans: Appointed candidates are placed under Pay Level-4 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a monthly scale of Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100 plus applicable central allowances.
Q3: What is the last date to apply online for ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The closing date for submission of online applications is 27th October 2026 (11:59 PM).
