ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment 2026
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) has released the recruitment notification for Head Constable (Education and Stress Counsellor) positions for FY 2026. A total of 16 vacancies are open for eligible male and female Indian citizens (including subjects of Nepal and Bhutan).
Online registration commences on September 28, 2026 and will remain open until October 27, 2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Parameter | Details |
| Recruiting Organization | Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) |
| Post Name | Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) |
| Post Classification | Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
| Total Vacancies | 16 Posts (Male: 14 |
| Pay Scale | Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100 under 7th CPC) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | September 28, 2026 (12:01 AM) |
| Application Last Date | October 27, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website | recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in |
Vacancy Details & Category Breakdown
Ten percent (10%) of the total vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen.
| Gender | UR | OBC | ST | EWS | Total Vacancies |
| Male | 3 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| Female | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 4 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
Eligibility Criteria
All eligibility criteria (age and qualification) will be calculated as of the closing date: October 27, 2026.
1. Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess either of the following from a recognized university/institution:
- Degree in Psychology: Bachelor’s Degree with Psychology as a core subject; OR
- Degree + Teaching Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree along with a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or Bachelor of Teaching (B.T.) or equivalent.
2. Age Limit (as on 27.10.2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
- Age relaxations apply for ST, OBC, and Ex-Servicemen categories as per Government of India guidelines.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male Candidates) | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST Candidates | Nil (Exempted) |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | Nil (Exempted) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil (Exempted) |
Selection Process
The selection for ITBP Head Constable (Education and Stress Counsellor) involves the following stages:
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Written Examination
- Verification of Original Documents
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME)
How to Apply Online
1.Visit the ITBP Recruitment Website:Official Portal.
Go to recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in and register if you are a new user.
2.Fill Out the Application Form:Personal & Educational Details.
Log in using your credentials, select the Head Constable (Education and Stress Counsellor) 2026 post, and complete the form carefully.
3.Upload Required Documents:
Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, educational certificates, and category certificate (if applicable).
4.Pay Fee & Submit:Before 27th October 2026.
Pay the application fee of ₹100 online (if applicable). Review all entered details and submit your application. Download a copy for your records.
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