ITBP Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 21 Posts

ITBP Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 21 Posts

ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026: The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP), Ministry of Home Affairs, is hiring for the post of Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) – a General Central Service, Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) role that’s likely to become permanent. 21 posts are open, and online applications begin on 28 September 2026.

ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

Who Can Apply

• Age Limit: Between 18 and 25 years.
• Educational Qualification: 10+2 pass from a recognized Board or Institution.
• Trade Qualification (any one):
  • Certificate in Motor Mechanic from a recognized institution or Industrial Training Institute, with 3 years’ practical experience in the trade in a reputed workshop, OR
  • 3-year Diploma in Automobile Engineering.

10% of vacancies are reserved for Ex-servicemen; if this quota remains unfilled due to non-availability of eligible or qualified candidates, it will be filled by non-Ex-servicemen candidates of the respective reserved category.

Where You Could Be Posted

Selected candidates will be liable to serve anywhere in India or abroad, and are advised to check their eligibility carefully before applying so as to avoid disappointment at a later stage.

How Selection Works

The selection process is multi-stage and fairly rigorous, covering:

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1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
2. Physical Standard Test (PST)
3. Verification of Original Documents
4. Written Examination
5. Practical (Skill) Test
6. Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
7. Review Medical Examination (RME)

Candidates whose applications are found in order will be issued admit cards online for the recruitment tests – make sure you provide a genuine, functional email ID and mobile number while filling the application, since ITBP won’t be responsible for non-receipt of your admit card due to technical or other issues.

How to Apply

1. Applications will be accepted only through online mode at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in – no offline applications will be accepted.
2. The window opens on 28 September 2026 at 00:01 AM and closes on 27 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
3. Pay the Rs 100 application fee online (SC/ST and Ex-servicemen candidates are exempt).
4. For detailed information on age relaxation, eligibility conditions, the full application procedure, tests, and pay & allowances, go through the detailed advertisement on the ITBP recruitment website before applying.

Why This Opportunity Matters

ITBP is one of India’s Central Armed Police Forces, guarding the Indo-Tibetan border in extreme high-altitude terrain, and its fleet of vehicles needs skilled technical hands to stay operational. For ITI-trained or diploma-qualified Motor Mechanics looking for a stable government job with nationwide posting and a genuine service career, this is a solid entry point into the Force.

Important Links

• Notification: View Official Notification
• Apply Online: recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in
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ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026 – Quick Answers

Q1. How many Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) posts are open?

21 posts – UR-7, SC-4, OBC-7, EWS-3.

Q2. When does the application window open?

28 September 2026, 00:01 AM, and closes 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM.

Q3. Can women apply for this post?

No, this recruitment is open only to male candidates.

Q4. What is the age limit?

Between 18 and 25 years.

Q5. What qualification do I need?

10+2 pass, plus a Motor Mechanic certificate with 3 years’ experience, or a 3-year Diploma in Automobile Engineering.

Q6. What is the application fee?

Rs 100, exempted for SC/ST and Ex-servicemen candidates.

Q7. What is the pay scale?

Level-4 (Rs 25,500-81,100) or Level-3 (Rs 21,700-69,100) depending on the position, as per 7th CPC.

Q8. What does the selection process involve?

PET, PST, document verification, written examination, skill test, and detailed plus review medical examination.