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ITBP Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 21 Group C Combatised Posts

Advt No: CBC 19143/11/0013/2627

Total Vacancies

21 Posts

Eligibility

TWELFTH PASS

Salary Range

₹25,500 - ₹81,100

Last Date to Apply

27 October 2026

About this Recruitment

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP), functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has officially released recruitment advertisement CBC 19143/11/0013/2627 for 21 vacancies for the combatised post of Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) in Group 'C' on a temporary basis likely to be made permanent. Male Indian citizens holding 10+2 Intermediate alongside either a certificate in Motor Mechanic from an ITI with 3 years of workshop practical experience or a 3-year Diploma in Automobile Engineering are eligible to apply. The online application portal opens at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in on 28 September 2026 and closes on 27 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. The recruitment is governed by rigorous Physical Efficiency Tests (1.6 km run in 7:30 min), Physical Standards (170 cm height), a 100-mark written examination, and a 50-mark trade practical test.

✨ Copilot Highlights

Central armed police force technical appointment in Indo-Tibetan Border Police at Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100).
Comprehensive gross salary starting at ₹48,000 to ₹55,000 per month with additional high-altitude risk allowances up to ₹17,300.
Open to 10+2 candidates possessing ITI Motor Mechanic with 3 years practical experience or a 3-year Automobile Engineering diploma.
Sequential selection starting with Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST), followed by Written Exam, Skill Test, and Medicals.
Nominal application fee of ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS, while SC, ST, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are fully exempt.

Important Dates

Notification Released

18 September 2026

Application Start Date

28 September 2026

Last Date to Apply

27 October 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Head Constable (Motor Mechanic - Male)	21	ITI

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

25 Years

* Age calculated as on 27 October 2026

Age Relaxations:

Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST): +5 Years

Other Backward Classes (OBC Non-Creamy Layer): +3 Years

Ex-Servicemen (General / Unreserved): +3 Years

Ex-Servicemen (OBC): +6 Years

Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST): +8 Years

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Educational Eligibility: TWELFTH PASS, ITI, DIPLOMA

Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: 7th CPC Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100 + DA, HRA, Ration Money & High Altitude Allowances)

Official Pay Scale

₹25,500 - ₹81,100 + Military Service Allowances as applicable to CAPF personnel

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Basic Pay₹25,500

Dearness Allowance (DA)50% of Basic Pay (₹12,750)

House Rent Allowance (HRA)9% to 27% of Basic Pay (₹2,295 - ₹6,885) or Barrack/Family Accommodation

Transport Allowance (TA)₹1,800 to ₹3,600 + DA (₹2,700 - ₹5,400)

Other AllowancesRation Money Allowance (₹4,200/mo), High Altitude / Risk & Hardship Allowance (up to ₹17,300/mo in border posts), Dress Allowance

Standard Deductions

NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNPS (10% of Basic + DA ~₹3,825), Central Government Employees Group Insurance (~₹30)

Gross Salary₹48,000 - ₹55,000 / month (Standard peace station) | up to ₹68,000+ in High Altitude border deployments

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹44,000 - ₹50,000 / month (peace location)

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Phase-II: Written Examination (OMR / Computer-Based Test)

Exam Mode: Objective Multiple Choice Question Test

120 Minutes

Total Marks: 100

Negative Marking: No negative marking

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration
General English	10	10	15 min
General Hindi	10	10	15 min
General Awareness (History, Geography, Current Affairs, Science)	10	10	15 min
Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude	10	10	15 min
Technical Trade Knowledge (Motor Mechanic & Automobile Systems)	60	60	60 min

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

Technical Trade Knowledge (Motor Mechanic)

Internal Combustion (IC) Engines: Petrol & Diesel engine operation principles, 2-stroke and 4-stroke cyclesFuel Supply Systems: Carburetors, Fuel Injection Pumps (FIP), Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDi)Cooling and Lubrication Systems: Radiators, water pumps, thermostats, oil pumps, engine oil gradesTransmission System: Clutch, manual/automatic gearboxes, propeller shafts, universal joints, differential, rear axlesSteering and Suspension Systems: Power steering, leaf springs, coil springs, shock absorbers, wheel alignmentBraking System: Hydraulic brakes, pneumatic (air) brakes, ABS, brake bleeding, master cylindersElectrical & Electronic Systems: Alternators, starter motors, battery maintenance, ECU sensors, diagnostic scan toolsWorkshop Safety, measuring tools (micrometers, vernier calipers, torque wrenches), and pollution norms (BS-VI)

General Sections

General Awareness: Indian Constitution, geography, history, everyday science, scientific discoveries, defense updatesReasoning: Analogy, classification, series completion, coding-decoding, blood relations, spatial orientationGeneral English & Hindi: Sentence correction, fill in the blanks, vocabulary, synonyms, antonyms, idioms and phrases

Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

Visit the official ITBP recruitment portal at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.

Click on 'NEW USER REGISTRATION' if applying on the portal for the first time.

Enter your Full Name, Email ID, Date of Birth, and create a Password with security question answers.

Log in with your registered credentials and complete your Profile Details (Personal, Educational, Physical Attributes, and Address).

Under 'My Application', locate 'Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) - 2026' and click 'Apply'.

Upload your recent passport photograph (20 KB - 50 KB, JPEG) and signature (10 KB - 20 KB, JPEG).

Upload scanned copies of 10+2 Certificate, ITI Motor Mechanic Certificate with 3-year experience letter or 3-year Automobile Diploma.

Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₹100 online via SBI ePay (SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen are exempt).

Submit the application and print the Application Confirmation Receipt containing your Roll Number/Registration ID.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Passport Size Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, clear face, light background

Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black ink on white paper

10+2 Intermediate Marksheet & Certificate

PDF/JPEG format, max 200 KB

ITI Motor Mechanic Certificate & 3-Year Experience Proof OR Diploma Certificate

PDF format showing clear completion and trade experience

Caste / Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)

Central Government format issued by Sub-Divisional Magistrate / Tehsildar

Domicile / Hill Area Certificate (if claiming PST height/chest relaxation)

Issued by District Magistrate / Sub-Divisional Officer

Physical Standards & Efficiency

Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Mandatory physical measurements and endurance criteria as prescribed in the official notification.

Category & Gender	Height (Min)	Chest (Min / Exp)	Running / Race	Other Events
Male Candidates (General, OBC & SC Categories)	170 cm	80 cm unexpanded, 85 cm expanded (minimum 5 cm expansion)	1.6 Km Race to be completed in 7 Minutes 30 Seconds	Long Jump: 11 Feet (in 3 chances), High Jump: 3.5 Feet (in 3 chances)
Male Candidates belonging to Hill Areas (Garhwal, Kumaon, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Sikkim, NE States, HP, J&K, Ladakh)	165 cm	80 cm unexpanded, 85 cm expanded (minimum 5 cm expansion)	1.6 Km Race in 7 Minutes 30 Seconds	Long Jump: 11 Feet (in 3 chances), High Jump: 3.5 Feet (in 3 chances)
Male Candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes (ST) of all States/UTs	162.5 cm	76 cm unexpanded, 81 cm expanded (minimum 5 cm expansion)	1.6 Km Race in 7 Minutes 30 Seconds	Long Jump: 11 Feet (in 3 chances), High Jump: 3.5 Feet (in 3 chances)

Application Fee

General (UR), OBC & EWS Male Candidates₹100

SC, ST & Ex-Servicemen CandidatesFree

Payment Modes: SBI ePay Gateway, Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI

Selection Process

Stage 1: Phase-I Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — 1.6 Km Race in 7 Minutes 30 Seconds, 11 Feet Long Jump (3 chances), 3.5 Feet High Jump (3 chances) — Qualifying Nature

Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST) — Height (170 cm for Gen/OBC/SC, 165 cm for Hill residents, 162.5 cm for ST), Chest Measurement (80-85 cm), and Weight proportionate to height and age

Stage 3: Verification of Original Documentation (10+2 Certificate, ITI Certificate in Motor Mechanic or Diploma in Automobile Engineering, Experience Proof & Category Documents)

Stage 4: Phase-II Written Examination (OMR-based / Computer-Based Test, 100 Questions, 100 Marks, 2 Hours, No Negative Marking)

Stage 5: Phase-III Practical / Skill Test (50 Marks, 50% Qualifying) evaluating vehicle mechanical inspection, engine troubleshooting, and tool handling

Stage 6: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME) strictly adhering to Revised CAPF Medical Manual Guidelines

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of vacancies in ITBP Head Constable Motor Mechanic Recruitment 2026?

A total of 21 vacancies are announced for Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) for male Indian citizens under Advt No. CBC 19143/11/0013/2627.

What are the application dates for ITBP Motor Mechanic recruitment?

Online applications commence on 28 September 2026 (00:01 AM) and close on 27 October 2026 (11:59 PM) on recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.

What is the educational qualification required for ITBP HC Motor Mechanic?

Candidates must have passed 10+2 Intermediate AND possess either an ITI certificate in Motor Mechanic with 3 years of practical experience from a reputed workshop OR a 3-year Diploma in Automobile Engineering.

What are the physical standards (PST) required for ITBP Head Constable Motor Mechanic?

General, OBC, and SC male candidates must have a minimum height of 170 cm and chest of 80 cm (expanded 85 cm). Candidates from hill regions require 165 cm height, and All-India ST candidates require 162.5 cm height (chest 76-81 cm).

What are the events in the Physical Efficiency Test (PET)?

PET consists of a 1.6 Km Race to be completed in 7 minutes 30 seconds, an 11-foot Long Jump (3 chances), and a 3.5-foot High Jump (3 chances). PET is qualifying in nature.