ITBP Recruitment 2026: Apply for 126 Constable Positions Under Sports Quota
ITBP Recruitment Announcement
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) has opened applications for 126 Constable (General Duty) positions under the sports quota. Interested candidates can start applying online from today, with the application window closing on November 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM. It is advisable for applicants to submit their forms early to avoid last-minute issues.
Eligibility and Key Dates
This recruitment is aimed at outstanding sportspersons who meet the eligibility criteria. Both male and female candidates are welcome to apply.
Important Dates:
1. Online application begins: October 3, 2026, at 12:01 AM
2. Application deadline: November 1, 2026
3. Closing time for applications: November 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM
4. Total vacancies: 126 (72 for men and 54 for women)
Salary and Job Details
Salary Information:
The selected candidates will be appointed to Group 'C' non-gazetted and non-ministerial roles, receiving a salary within Pay Level-3, which ranges from ₹21,700 to ₹69,100.
Recruitment Details:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) |
| Post | Constable (General Duty) |
| Basis of Recruitment | Sports Quota |
| Vacancy Year | 2025 |
| Total Posts | 126 |
| Male Posts | 72 |
| Female Posts | 54 |
| Post Group | Group ‘C’ |
| Nature of Post | Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
| Pay Level | Level-3 |
| Pay Scale | ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 23 years |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Starts | October 3, 2026, 12:01 AM |
| Last Date | November 1, 2026, 11:59 PM |
Vacancy Distribution by Sport
The ITBP has allocated positions across 28 sports disciplines for the Constable (General Duty) recruitment under the sports quota. The distribution of posts varies for male and female candidates.
| S.No. | Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Athletics | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 2 | Aquatics | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 3 | Archery | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| 4 | Badminton | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| 5 | Basketball | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 6 | Boxing | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| 7 | Equestrian | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 8 | Football | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 9 | Gymnastics | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| 10 | Handball | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 11 | Ice Hockey | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| 12 | Hockey | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 13 | Judo | 4 | 8 | 12 |
| 14 | Kho-Kho | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 15 | Pencak Silat | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 16 | Powerlifting | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 17 | Cross-country Skiing | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| 18 | Shooting | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| 19 | Table Tennis | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 20 | Taekwondo | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| 21 | Volleyball | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 22 | Weightlifting | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 23 | Wrestling | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 24 | Canoeing | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 25 | Kayaking | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 26 | Rowing | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 27 | MTB Cycling | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 28 | Karate | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total | 72 | 54 | 126 |
Who Can Apply?
This recruitment is open to Indian citizens, both male and female, who meet the eligibility requirements. Candidates from Nepal and Bhutan may also apply if they satisfy the necessary conditions.
It is essential for applicants to verify their sports achievements and ensure they possess the required certificates before applying.
Age Limit and Relaxation
Age Criteria:
Candidates must be aged between 18 and 23 years for the Constable (General Duty) positions. Meritorious sportspersons may receive an age relaxation of up to 5 years, while those from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) can benefit from a relaxation of up to 10 years.
Application Fee Structure
Application Fees:
The fee varies based on the candidate's category and gender.
| Candidate | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Male - Unreserved | ₹100 |
| Male - OBC | ₹100 |
| Male - EWS | ₹100 |
| Female, SC, ST, Ex-servicemen | No Fee |
Application Process
How to Apply:
Candidates must complete their applications online by following these steps:
1. Visit the official ITBP recruitment website.
2. Locate the notification for Constable (General Duty) recruitment under the sports quota.
3. Review the eligibility criteria and rules regarding sports certificates.
4. Access the online application link starting October 3, 2026.
5. Complete the registration process.
6. Fill in personal, educational, and sports-related details.
7. Upload necessary documents and sports certificates as per the specified format.