Post Date / Update: 23 September 2026, 12:43 AM
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has released the official notification for the recruitment of Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) posts for the year 2026 vide Advt No. CBC 19143/11/0011/2627. Through this recruitment drive, a total of 16 vacancies will be filled — 14 for males and 2 for females. The online application window opens on 28 September 2026 and closes on 27 October 2026. Candidates holding a degree with Psychology as a subject, or a degree along with B.Ed./Bachelor of Teaching, are eligible to apply online through the official ITBP recruitment portal at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in. Read the complete details below — important dates, fees, eligibility, age limit, vacancy break-up, selection process and direct links — before applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 22.09.2026 |
| Online Application Start | 28.09.2026 (00:01 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27.10.2026 (11:59 PM) |
| PET / PST & Written Exam Date | To be announced later |
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / Female / Ex-Servicemen: Nil
- Payment Mode: Online only (debit card / credit card / net banking)
Vacancy Details
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 3 | 1 |
| OBC | 8 | 1 |
| ST | 1 | – |
| EWS | 1 | – |
| Total | 14 | 2 |
Total Posts: 16 (Male – 14, Female – 2). 10% of vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen. Vacancies are tentative and may change as per the official notification.
Eligibility
- Candidate must possess a Degree with Psychology as a subject from a recognised university; OR
- A Degree plus B.Ed. / Bachelor of Teaching from a recognised university;
- Must be an Indian citizen (subjects of Nepal / Bhutan are also eligible as per Government rules);
- No prior work experience is required for this post;
- Candidates must also meet the prescribed physical standards and medical fitness requirements at the later stages.
Age Limit (as on 27.10.2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
- Age relaxation for SC / ST / OBC / Ex-Servicemen and other categories will be applicable as per Government of India rules.
Selection Process
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Detailed Medical Examination
- Review Medical Examination (if applicable)
Only candidates qualifying in each stage will proceed to the next stage of the selection process.
How to Apply
- Visit the ITBP recruitment portal at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.
- Complete New Registration from 28.09.2026 onwards.
- Fill the application form for Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) carefully.
- Upload your photograph, signature and the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee of ₹100 online if applicable (SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen are exempt).
- Preview the form, submit it and save/print a copy for future reference.
Important Links
| Link Name | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| ITBP Official Website | Click Here |
FAQ
Q1. How many vacancies are announced under ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment 2026?
A total of 16 posts are announced — 14 for males and 2 for females. The vacancies are tentative, and 10% of posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen.
Q2. What is the educational qualification required?
A degree with Psychology as a subject from a recognised university, OR a degree along with B.Ed./Bachelor of Teaching.
Q3. What is the age limit?
20 to 25 years as on 27.10.2026. Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable as per Government of India rules.
Q4. What is the application fee?
₹100 for UR/OBC/EWS candidates. There is no fee for SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen candidates. The fee is payable online only.
Q5. What is the apply window?
Online applications can be submitted from 28.09.2026 to 27.10.2026 at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.
Q6. What is the selection process?
The selection process comprises PET, PST, a written examination, document verification and a medical examination.
