ITBP Head Constable Vacancy 2026 Apply online for 21 posts. Check eligibility, age limit, salary, exam pattern, fee and last date.
Advertising no. :- Rectt./2026
Introduction:
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBPF) under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released an official recruitment notification for the post of Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) for the year 2026. Eligible male Indian citizens, as well as subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, can apply online to join the central armed police force. Selected candidates will be placed under Level 4 pay scale and can be posted anywhere in India or abroad.
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ITBP Head Constable Vacancy 2026- Overview:
organization name | Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBPF) |
|---|---|
Post Name | Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) |
Post Type | Group C Non-Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) |
application mode | Online Mode Only |
application fees | A) Male candidates of UR, OBC, and EWS categories: Rs. 100/- B) Candidates belonging to SC and Ex-servicemen: Exempted (Nil) |
No Of Vacancy | Total 21 vacancies Category Breakdown: A) Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) - General / Unreserved (UR): 7 vacancies B) Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) - Scheduled Caste (SC): 4 vacancies C) Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) - Scheduled Tribe (ST): 0 vacancies D) Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) - Other Backward Classes (OBC): 7 vacancies E) Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) - Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 3 vacancies |
education qualification | A) 10+2 pass from a recognized Board or Institution. B) Certificate in Motor Mechanic from a recognized Institution or Industrial Training Institute with three years practical experience in the trade in a reputed workshop OR three year Diploma in Automobile Engineering. |
selection process | Phase I: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) Phase II: Verification of Original Documents (Documentation) and Written Examination (100 Marks) Phase III: Practical (Skill) Test (50 Marks) and Merit List Phase IV: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME) |
age limit (Crucial date: 27th October, 2026) | Between 18 and 25 years Age Relaxations as per govt rules |
salary | Level 4 in the Pay Matrix, Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100 (as per 7th CPC), plus admissible allowances. |
ITBP Head Constable Vacancy 2026- Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification/Application Opening | 28 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Physical Test Date | To be announced |
| Written Examination Date | To be announced |
| Skill Test Date | To be announced |
Important: The application window closes on 27 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates are advised to complete the application before the deadline.
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ITBP Head Constable Vacancy 2026- Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
| Event | Required Standard |
|---|---|
| 1.6 KM Race | Within 7 minutes 30 seconds |
| Long Jump | 11 feet, up to 3 chances |
| High Jump | 3.5 feet, up to 3 chances |
PET is qualifying in nature. Ex-Servicemen are exempted from PET but must qualify the other applicable stages, including PST, documentation, written examination, skill test and medical examination.
ITBP Head Constable Vacancy 2026- Physical Standard Test (PST):
Candidates who qualify PET will undergo physical measurements. The standards specified in the notification include:
| Candidate Category | Minimum Height | Chest (Unexpanded) | Chest (Expanded) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General applicable states/UTs | 170 cm | 80 cm | 85 cm |
| Specified hill communities and states | 165 cm | 78 cm | 83 cm |
| Specified North-Eastern states | 162.5 cm | 77 cm | 82 cm |
Height and chest relaxations apply only to the categories and regions specified in the official notification. Weight must be proportionate to height and age as per the applicable medical guidelines.
ITBP Head Constable Vacancy 2026- Exam Pattern:
The written examination carries 100 marks with objective-type multiple-choice questions (12th standard difficulty level). Total duration is 2 hours.
A) General Knowledge (Bilingual): 10 Questions, 10 Marks
B) Mathematics (Bilingual): 10 Questions, 10 Marks
C) Hindi OR English: 20 Questions, 20 Marks
D) Trade Related Theory (Bilingual): 60 Questions, 60 Marks
Total: 100 Questions, 100 Marks.
ITBP Head Constable Vacancy 2026- Practical (Skill) Test Pattern:
Candidates qualifying the written examination will be shortlisted category-wise for the practical skill test, as specified in the notification.
| Skill Test Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Inspection | 10 |
| Identification of Faults | 10 |
| Rectification of Defects | 25 |
| Handling of Tools | 5 |
| Total | 50 |
The practical test is qualifying in nature, with 50% qualifying marks for all categories. The final merit list will be prepared based on written examination marks among candidates who qualify the required stages.
ITBP Head Constable Vacancy 2026- Important Direct Link:
ITBP Head Constable Vacancy 2026- Exam Tips Preparation:
A) Thoroughly revise Automobile Engineering and Motor Mechanic trade concepts to cover the major 60-mark section.
B) Practice basic 10th-12th level mathematics and general knowledge daily.
C) Choose between Hindi or English depending on your strength and solve previous year papers for speed.
D) Maintain basic physical fitness (running, long jump, high jump) alongside academic preparation for the PET stage.
ITBP Head Constable Vacancy 2026 - How To Apply?
A) Visit the official ITBP recruitment website https://recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.
B) Register and create your user profile on the portal before submitting the application.
C) Read all instructions carefully and fill in your details accurately including gender, category, and educational qualifications.
D) Upload the required documents, certificates, and recent passport-size photograph.
E) Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 online (if applicable) through the payment gateway.
F) Submit the completed application form before the closing date (27th October, 2026) and take a legible printout of the application form for future recruitment stages.
ITBP Head Constable Vacancy 2026- FAQs?
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies available for Head Constable (Motor Mechanic)?
👉Answer: There are a total of 21 vacancies distributed across UR (7), SC (4), OBC (7), and EWS (3) categories.
Q2. What is the educational requirement for this post?
👉Answer: Candidates must have completed 10+2 from a recognized board, along with an ITI/Certificate in Motor Mechanic with 3 years of practical workshop experience, OR a 3-year Diploma in Automobile Engineering.
Q3. Are female candidates eligible to apply for this post?
👉Answer: No, online applications are invited from eligible Male Indian citizens (including subjects of Nepal or Bhutan) only.
Q4. Is there an application fee for SC or Ex-Servicemen candidates?
👉Answer: No, candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Ex-Servicemen categories are completely exempted from paying the fee.
Q5. What is the selection process for ITBP Head Constable (Motor Mechanic)?
👉Answer: The selection process consists of Phase I (PET/PST), Phase II (Document Verification & 100 Marks Written Exam), Phase III (50 Marks Skill Test & Merit List), and Phase IV (Detailed Medical Examination/Review Medical Examination).
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