ITBP Head Constable Motor Mechanic Recruitment 2026 apply online

Qualified Indian male citizens looking for a technical career in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) can register online via the official recruitment gateway at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in. The selection involves a physical standard check, physical endurance test, practical skill verification, written examination, and medical screening.

ITBP Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) Recruitment 2026: Important Highlights

Category-Wise Vacancy & Pay Matrix Scale

Selected candidates will receive basic salary under Level-4 of the Pay Matrix along with Dearness Allowance, Ration Money Allowance, Free Accommodation or HRA, Transport Allowance, and Leave Travel Concession applicable to ITBP personnel.

Eligibility Criteria: Qualifications & Age Limits

1. Educational Qualification & Technical Experience

• Academic Requirement: Passed 10+2 (Intermediate / Higher Secondary) from a recognized Board or University.

• Technical Certificate: Certificate in Motor Mechanic Trade from a recognized Industrial Training Institute (ITI) with 3 years' practical experience in the trade from a reputed firm, OR 3 years' National Apprenticeship Certificate in Motor Mechanic Trade.

• Driving License Requirement: Must possess a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License (HMV).

2. Age Limit Criteria

• Age Bracket: Minimum 18 Years to Maximum 25 Years as of the crucial eligibility cutoff date.

• SC/ST Category Relaxation: Upper age relaxation of up to 5 years.

• OBC Category Relaxation: Upper age relaxation of up to 3 years.

• Ex-Servicemen Relaxation: As per Central Government directives.

Physical Standards (PST) & Endurance Benchmarks (PET)

1. Physical Standards Test (PST)

• General Category Height: Minimum 170 cm.

• General Category Chest: Unexpanded 80 cm | Expanded 85 cm (Minimum 5 cm expansion mandatory).

• Relaxation in Height Standards: Candidates belonging to specified hill areas and certain categories may receive relaxation in the minimum height requirement. The prescribed height is 165 cm for candidates from Garhwal, Kumaon, Gorkha, Dogra, Maratha and North-Eastern regions, while 162.5 cm is applicable to ST candidates.

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

• 1.6 Km Race: Must be completed within 7 Minutes 30 Seconds.

• Long Jump: 11 Feet (Given 3 chances).

• High Jump: 3.5 Feet (Given 3 chances).

Selection Methodology

The selection pipeline follows a systematic elimination method:

1. Phase-I: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST): Screening of physical endurance and standard parameters.

2. Phase-II: Written Examination: 100-mark OMR or Computer Based Test (CBT) assessing General Knowledge, Mathematics, English/Hindi, and Trade Theory.

3. Phase-III: Skill / Practical Test: Practical assessment of motor vehicle repair, engine troubleshooting, and technical trade knowledge.

4. Phase-IV: Document Verification & Detailed Medical Exam (DME/RME): Verification of original credentials and final medical fitness checkup.

Application Fee Structure

Application fees must be paid online via the integrated payment gateway using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or UPI.

How to Apply Online for ITBP Motor Mechanic Recruitment 2026

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

2. Click on NEW USER REGISTRATION and input basic credentials (Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, DOB).

3. Log in using your generated credentials and fill out profile details including qualifications, trade experience, and address.

4. Upload scanned passport photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size.

5. Choose Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) Recruitment 2026 from the available recruitment options.

6. Pay the application fee of Rs.100 via online payment channels (if applicable).

7. Submit your application form and print the confirmation page for physical test reporting.

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