The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force published a detailed advertisement for the ITBP Constable Sports Quota recruitment on recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in. Online applications will open from 3 October 2026 and will close on 1 November 2026. This recruitment is for sportspersons who want a permanent career in a Central Armed Police Force.
The force has announced 126 vacancies across 28 sports disciplines for male and female athletes. A full event-wise breakdown follows below. Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India or abroad. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force notification on recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.
Last verified: 1 October 2026.
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force is recruiting 126 Constable (General Duty) posts under sports quota through an open recruitment drive. The last date to apply online is 1 November 2026 at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in. Selection is through document scrutiny, physical standards, sports trials, and medical examinations.
Quick Summary of Constable (General Duty) 2026
| Detail | Information |
| Organisation | Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBPF) |
| Post | Constable (General Duty) under Sports Quota |
| Total Vacancy | 126 posts (72 Male, 54 Female) |
| Pay Scale | Level-3 (₹21,700 to ₹69,100) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Eligibility | Matriculation pass with recognised sports achievements |
| Selection Process | Documentation, PST, Sports Trial Test, DME, RME |
| Place of Posting | Anywhere in India or abroad |
| Last Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Who Can Apply | Indian citizens, subjects of Nepal and Bhutan |
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About the Organisation
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. Selected personnel are governed by the ITBPF Act 1992 and Rules 1994. Recruits serve at specified border areas across India or on deputations abroad. Joining the force gives meritorious sportspersons stable employment in central government jobs alongside dedicated opportunities to compete at national and international levels. Recruits also receive regular central allowances and pension benefits under the New Restructured Defined Contributory Pension Scheme.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
Local Context and Service Conditions
This recruitment covers all India jobs, with special physical standards for hill and border regions. Candidates from the Gorkha Territorial Administration (GTA) covering Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and Kurseong sub-divisions receive specific height and chest relaxations. The same relaxation rules apply to candidates from Sikkim, North Eastern states, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh, and Jammu and Kashmir. Recruited athletes train and represent the force in tournaments. If a sportsperson fails to deliver desired results in periodic reviews, the force offers an option to merge with the combatized General Duty cadre or take a discharge from service.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
Important Dates
Online applications stay open for thirty days across October and November 2026. Candidates must submit their forms before the midnight cut-off on the closing date.
| Event | Date |
| Online Applications Open | 3 October 2026 at 00:01 A.M |
| Online Applications Close | 1 November 2026 at 11:59 P.M |
| Age Cut-off Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Sports Achievement Window | 1 January 2024 to 1 November 2026 |
The portal closes strictly at 11:59 P.M. on 1 November 2026, and no offline applications are accepted.
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Vacancy Details and Salary
The Constable (General Duty) post carries a Level-3 pay scale of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 under the 7th CPC pay matrix. Other allowances include Dearness Allowance, Ration Money, Washing Allowance, Special Compensatory Allowance in border areas, free uniform, free accommodation or HRA, Transport Allowance, Free Leave Pass, and free medical facilities.
Below is the complete discipline and event-wise breakdown for the ITBP Constable Sports Quota recruitment:
| Discipline | Event / Category | Male | Female | Total |
| Athletic | 200 Meter | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Athletic | 5000 Meter | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Athletic | 10000 Meter | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Athletic | Triple Jump | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Aquatic | Water Polo, Free Style, Breast, Back, Butterfly, Medley | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Archery | Recurve | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Archery | Compound | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Archery | Indian Round | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Badminton | Badminton | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Basketball | Shooting Guard | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Basketball | Point Guard | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Basketball | Power Forward | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Basketball | Centre | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Boxing | 45-48 KG | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Boxing | 47-50 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Boxing | 50-55 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Boxing | 57-60 KG | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Boxing | 65-70 KG | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Boxing | 70-75 KG | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Boxing | 75-80 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Boxing | 80-85 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Equestrian | Show Jumping, Dressage, Tent Pegging, Eventing | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Football | Football | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Gymnastic | All-Round Artistic Gymnastic | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Handball | Handball | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Ice Hockey | Ice Hockey | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| Hockey | Hockey | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Judo | 48 KG | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Judo | 52 KG | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Judo | 57 KG | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Judo | 60 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Judo | 63 KG | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Judo | 66 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Judo | 70 KG | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Judo | 73 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Judo | 78 KG | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Judo | 81 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Kho-Kho | Kho-Kho | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Pencak Silat | 45-50 KG | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Pencak Silat | 50-55 KG | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Pencak Silat | 60-65 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Pencak Silat | 75-80 KG | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Powerlifting | 43 KG to 120 KG (vacancy in 47 KG) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Central SKI | Alpine | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Central SKI | Nordic | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Sports Shooting | 10 M Pistol | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Sports Shooting | 50 M Pistol | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Sports Shooting | 25 M RPF | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Sports Shooting | 10 M Rifle | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Sports Shooting | 50 M Rifle 3P | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Table Tennis | Table Tennis | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Taekwondo | U 62KG Kryogi | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Taekwondo | U 67KG Kryogi | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Taekwondo | U 68KG Kryogi | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Taekwondo | U 73KG Kryogi | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Taekwondo | Over 73KG Kryogi | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Taekwondo | U 74KG Kryogi | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Taekwondo | U 80KG Kryogi | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Volleyball | Blocker | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Volleyball | Setter | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Volleyball | Attacker | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Weightlifting | 53 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Weightlifting | 60 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Weightlifting | 65 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Weightlifting | 69 KG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Wrestling | Freestyle, Greco-Roman | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| Canoeing | Canoeing | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Kayaking | Kayaking | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Rowing | Rowing | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| MTB Cycling | MTB | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Karate | Individual Kata | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Karate | +68kg Kumite | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Grand Total | All 28 Disciplines | 72 | 54 | 126 |
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Eligibility
Candidates must hold all required educational and sports certificates on the date of recruitment.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must pass Matriculation or its equivalent from a recognised board. Certificates from boards other than Central or State boards require a government notification declaring equivalence.
Sports Qualification
Only players who participated or won medals between 1 January 2024 and 1 November 2026 in the following competitions can apply:
- International Competition: Participated or won medals with clearance from the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
- National Competition: Represented a State or UT in Senior or Junior National Championships organised by recognised National Sports Federations or National Games organised by the Indian Olympic Association and won a medal up to 3rd place.
- Inter-University Competition: Represented a University in competitions conducted by the Association of Indian Universities or Khelo India University Games and won a medal up to 3rd place in finals.
- Khelo India Games: Represented a State or UT in Khelo India Youth Games (age category above 18 years) or Khelo India Winter Games and won a medal up to 3rd place in finals.
Sports Achievement Marking System
Candidates receive marks for only the highest medal secured during the valid period. The minimum qualifying mark is 10 for all categories.
| Competition | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Participation |
| Olympic Games (Summer & Winter) | 100 | 92 | 84 | 75 |
| Youth Olympic Games | 95 | 87 | 79 | 70 |
| World Championship / Cup (Quadrennial) | 90 | 82 | 74 | 65 |
| Asian Games | 85 | 77 | 69 | 60 |
| Commonwealth Games | 80 | 72 | 64 | 55 |
| World Championship / Cup (Biennial) | 75 | 67 | 59 | 50 |
| World Championship / Cup (Annual) | 70 | 62 | 54 | 45 |
| Junior World Championship / Cup | 65 | 57 | 49 | 40 |
| Asian Championship (Quadrennial) | 60 | 52 | 44 | 35 |
| Asian Championship (Biennial) | 55 | 47 | 39 | 30 |
| Asian Championship (Annual) | 50 | 42 | 34 | 25 |
| Junior Asian Championship | 45 | 37 | 29 | 20 |
| World University Games | 40 | 32 | 24 | 18 |
| Other MYAS International (Over 7 Countries) | 35 | 27 | 19 | 15 |
| National Games / Senior National | 30 | 22 | 17 | Not eligible |
| Junior National Championship | 25 | 18 | 15 | Not eligible |
| Inter-University / Khelo India University | 20 | 13 | 11 | Not eligible |
| Khelo India Youth / Winter Games | 15 | 12 | 10 | Not eligible |
Age Limit and Relaxation
The standard age limit is 18 to 23 years as of 1 November 2026. Only the Matriculation or Higher Secondary certificate counts as proof of age.
- Unreserved / EWS / OBC: 5 years’ relaxation.
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 8 years’ relaxation (5 + 3 years). The NCL certificate must be obtained within three years before 1 November 2026.
- SC / ST: 10 years relaxation (5 + 5 years).
- Departmental Candidates: Central Government employees with at least 3 years continuous service can apply up to 40 years (UR/EWS/OBC) and 45 years (SC/ST).
Physical and Medical Standards
General candidates must measure 170 cms (Male) and 157 cms (Female) in height, with male chest measurements of 80 cms unexpanded and 5 cms minimum expansion.
| Category Description | Male Height | Female Height | Male Chest |
| Standard Candidates | 170.0 cms | 157.0 cms | 80 cms (5 cms exp) |
| All Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162.5 cms | 150.0 cms | 76 cms (5 cms exp) |
| ST of North Eastern States | 157.0 cms | 147.5 cms | 76 cms (5 cms exp) |
| ST of Left-Wing Extremism Districts | 160.0 cms | 147.5 cms | 76 cms (5 cms exp) |
| Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas, Assam, HP, J&K, Ladakh | 165.0 cms | 155.0 cms | 78 cms (5 cms exp) |
| NE States (Arunachal, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura) | 162.5 cms | 152.5 cms | 77 cms (5 cms exp) |
| Gorkha Territorial Administration (Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Kurseong & 18 Mouzas) | 157.0 cms | 152.5 cms | 77 cms (5 cms exp) |
Distant vision must be 6/6 in the better eye and 6/9 in the worse eye without glasses or correction. Near vision must be N6 and N9. Colour blindness, knock knee, flat foot, varicose veins, or squint in the eyes lead to disqualification. Religious or name tattoos are allowed only on the inner left forearm or dorsum of the hands and must be less than one-fourth of the body part.
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Selection Process for ITBP Constable Sports Quota
Online applications are scrutinised first, and eligible applicants receive an online admit card for the physical recruitment stages.
- Documentation and Biometric Identification: Candidates undergo biometric verification and present original certificates for age, education, domicile, caste, and sports achievements.
- Physical Standard Test (PST): Measurement of height, chest (for males), and weight. Underweight or overweight candidates are not debarred at the PST stage; the medical officer makes the final weight fitness decision during the medical exam.
- Sports Trial Test: Qualified candidates take a 40-mark practical trial in their sports discipline. The minimum cut-off is 20 marks. Trial marks are qualifying only and do not count toward final merit. Athletes who represented India in an international event with MYAS clearance are exempt from the trial test.
- Merit List Preparation: The board draws the merit list strictly from the marks obtained in the sports achievement table. Ties are broken by national competition achievements, younger age, and English alphabetical order of names.
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME): Shortlisted candidates undergo medical screening under CAPF uniform guidelines.
- Review Medical Examination (RME): Candidates declared unfit in DME can submit written consent within 24 hours to appear for RME, usually held the next day.
No Travelling Allowance or Daily Allowance is paid for the recruitment journey, and candidates must prepare for a stay of more than one day under their own arrangements.
Application Fee
Male candidates in the Unreserved (UR), OBC, and EWS categories must pay an application fee of ₹100 online through the recruitment portal. Female candidates and candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories are exempted from paying the fee.
How to Apply
Candidates must submit their applications online before the closing deadline. Offline forms are rejected.
- Open the official portal at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.
- Create a candidate profile using an active email ID and mobile number.
- Upload the required sports achievement certificate in the profile section before applying for the post.
- Fill out the online application form for Constable (General Duty) under Sports Quota.
- Pay the ₹100 application fee online if applicable.
- Submit the form before 1 November 2026 at 11:59 P.M. and print a legible copy of the submitted application form.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Printed copy of the submitted online application form (mandatory for entry at the venue).
- Matriculation (10th class) certificate for age proof.
- Original sports achievement certificates in the prescribed form (Form-1 for International, Form-2 for National, Form-3 for Inter-University, Form-5 for Khelo India).
- Domicile certificate issued by local revenue authorities (or Annexure-VI(A) with Electoral Roll for West Pakistani Refugees in J&K and Ladakh).
- SC/ST certificate (Annexure-IV), OBC certificate (Annexure-III with NCL declaration Annexure-III(A)), or EWS certificate valid for 2025-2026 (Annexure-V).
- Height and chest relaxation certificate (Annexure-VI) if claiming physical relaxation.
- No Objection Certificate (Annexure-II) for serving Government employees.
- Four recent passport-size photographs identical to the one uploaded in the online form.
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Important Links
| Details | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Download ITBP Sports Quota PDF |
| Apply Online Portal | Apply Online at ITBP Portal |
| Defence Job Updates | View Latest Defence Jobs |
Should you apply?
This recruitment is a strong fit for medal-winning national, university, and Khelo India athletes who want a permanent government salary while continuing their sports career. Because there is no written examination, candidates who struggle with academic tests can clear selection solely on their sports certificates and field trials. The force also provides a clear advantage for athletes from hill regions, Darjeeling GTA, and North Eastern states through generous height and chest relaxations.
However, this vacancy is not open to physically challenged persons or ex-servicemen. National and university players who only participated without winning a medal up to third place cannot apply. Candidates must also commit to a strict 10-year service bond; resigning before 10 years requires refunding three months’ pay and allowances or the full cost of training, whichever is higher. Finally, athletes who do not maintain their sports performance over time must be ready to merge into regular combatized border duty.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for ITBP Constable Sports Quota 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form is 1 November 2026 at 11:59 P.M. on recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in. Applications open on 3 October 2026 at 00:01 A.M.
Is there a written exam for Constable (General Duty) in ITBP sports quota?
No, there is no written examination. Selection is based on document verification, Physical Standard Test, a 40-mark qualifying Sports Trial Test, certificate merit marks, and a Detailed Medical Examination.
Can a candidate with two medals combine marks in the ITBP sports recruitment?
No, a candidate receives marks for only one highest medal or level of participation secured between 1 January 2024 and 1 November 2026. Multiple medals are not added together.
What is the career path for sportspersons recruited in ITBP?
Recruited constables train and represent the force in national and international tournaments while drawing Level-3 pay. If their athletic performance drops during periodic reviews, they can merge into the combatized General Duty cadre. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
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