ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026 – 37 Posts, Apply Online Till 27-10-2026
📌 Overview
The ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026 is underway. The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force, under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has invited online applications for 37 Head Constable posts across two trades — Motor Mechanic and Education & Stress Counsellor. Applications opened on 28-09-2026 and the last date to submit the form is 27-10-2026. Scroll down for trade-wise vacancies, eligibility, age limit, fee and the full selection process.
| Organization | Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP), Ministry of Home Affairs |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Head Constable (Motor Mechanic / Education & Stress Counsellor) |
| Total Vacancies | 37 |
| Apply Start | 28-09-2026 |
| Last Date | 27-10-2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website | itbpolice.nic.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short notification issued | 21-09-2026 |
| Online application starts | 28-09-2026 |
| Last date to apply | 27-10-2026 |
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post / Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) — Male | 21 |
| Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) — Male | 14 |
| Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) — Female | 2 |
| Total | 37 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Motor Mechanic: 10+2 with an ITI certificate in the Motor Mechanic trade plus three years of workshop experience, or a three-year diploma in Automobile Engineering.
Education & Stress Counsellor: a university degree with Psychology as a subject, or a degree with B.Ed / B.T. or an equivalent qualification. Check the detailed advertisements for the complete conditions.
🎯 Age Limit
| Motor Mechanic | 18 to 25 years |
|---|---|
| Education & Stress Counsellor | 20 to 25 years |
| Age Counted As On | 27-10-2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As per government rules |
💸 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Women | Nil |
🧾 Selection Process
- Physical Efficiency Test / Physical Standard Test (PET/PST)
- Written examination
- Skill / trade test (for the Motor Mechanic trade)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Detailed Medical Examination / Review Medical Examination
📥 How to Apply
- Open the official ITBP website itbpolice.nic.in and go to the recruitment section (or the recruitment portal recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in).
- Read the detailed advertisements for the two trades carefully.
- Register, fill the online form and upload the required documents.
- Pay the fee (₹100 where applicable) online and submit before 27-10-2026, 11:59 PM.
🏢 About Organization
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) is one of India's Central Armed Police Forces, deployed primarily for guarding the Indo-Tibet border and for internal security duties. It periodically recruits for combatised and non-combatised posts including Head Constable trades.
🔗 Important Links
| ITBP Official Website | itbpolice.nic.in |
|---|---|
| ITBP Recruitment Portal | recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in |
❓ FAQs
How many posts are there in ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
There are 37 posts in two trades: Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) — 21 posts (male only), and Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) — 16 posts (14 male + 2 female).
What is the last date to apply for ITBP Head Constable 2026?
Online applications are open from 28-09-2026 and the last date to apply is 27-10-2026 (till 11:59 PM).
What is the eligibility for ITBP Head Constable (Motor Mechanic)?
10+2 with an ITI certificate in Motor Mechanic and three years of workshop experience, or a three-year diploma in Automobile Engineering.
What is the eligibility for ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor)?
A university degree with Psychology as a subject, or a degree with B.Ed/B.T. or an equivalent qualification.
What is the age limit?
As on 27-10-2026: 18 to 25 years for Motor Mechanic and 20 to 25 years for Education & Stress Counsellor, with relaxation as per government rules.
What is the application fee?
₹100 for General, OBC and EWS candidates. There is no fee for SC/ST candidates, Ex-Servicemen and women candidates.
What is the selection process?
Physical Efficiency Test / Physical Standard Test (PET/PST), followed by a written examination, skill/trade test (for Motor Mechanic), document verification and medical examination.
Where can I apply online?
Through the official ITBP website itbpolice.nic.in and its recruitment portal recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.