By Mukesh 
The latest Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Assistant Commandant (Engineer) posts! Published on the official website recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in, this new recruitment drive offers 6 vacancies for eligible male and female candidates. Applicants within the age limit of up to 30 years and possessing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university or institute can apply online from 21 April 2026 to 20 May 2026. Find all details about the ITBP Assistant Commandant (Engineer) new vacancy 2026, including eligibility, online form, and notification PDF here.
ITBP Assistant Commandant (Engineer) Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP), functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has officially released the recruitment notification for the post of Assistant Commandant (Engineer) in ITBP-2026. This is a Group ‘A’ Gazetted, Non-Ministerial post under General Central Service, offered on a temporary basis likely to be made permanent. The post carries All India liability, meaning selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India or abroad.
On appointment, candidates shall be governed by the ITBP Act, 1992 and ITBP Rules, 1994 as amended from time to time. A total of 6 vacancies have been notified. Online applications are invited from eligible Male and Female Indian citizens including subjects of Nepal and Bhutan. The online application window opened on 21 April 2026 and closes on 20 May 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete notification before applying to avoid disappointment at a later stage.
ITBP Assistant Commandant (Engineer) Recruitment 2026 Overview
ITBP Assistant Commandant (Engineer) Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
ITBP Assistant Commandant (Engineer) Vacancy 2026
A total of 6 vacancies have been announced for the post of Assistant Commandant (Engineer) in ITBP. The vacancies are distributed across reservation categories as per Government of India norms. Out of 6 posts, 4 are for the Unreserved (UR) category, 1 for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), 1 for Scheduled Tribe (ST), and no vacancies currently exist for SC and EWS categories.
ITBP Assistant Commandant (Engineer) Pay Scale & Benefits 2026
The Assistant Commandant (Engineer) post carries a very attractive pay package under the 7th Central Pay Commission. The basic pay is at Level-10 in the Pay Matrix ranging from ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500. In addition to the basic pay, the post carries Dearness Allowance (DA), Special Compensatory Allowance (applicable while posted in specified border areas), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), and Free Medical Facilities for the officer and family. As per the posting location (border/non-border), additional allowances are admissible as per Force rules.
On appointment, candidates will have the option to choose either the New Pension Scheme (NPS) introduced by the Government of India with effect from 01.01.2004, or the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) introduced with effect from 01.04.2024, as per their convenience. Candidates who resign before completing a minimum service of 10 years will be required to refund an amount equal to three months’ pay and allowances or the cost of training, whichever is higher.
ITBP Assistant Commandant (Engineer) Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification:
Age Limit & Relaxation:
Physical Standards:
Medical Standards:
ITBP Assistant Commandant (Engineer) Application Fee 2026
The application fee must be paid online only through the payment gateway available at the official ITBP recruitment website. Payment through any other mode will not be accepted and applications submitted with alternate payment modes will be summarily rejected. The fee once paid is non-refundable under all circumstances, including in the event of cancellation of notified vacancies.
SC/ST candidates, Ex-Servicemen, and female candidates are fully exempted from the application fee. Candidates are advised to complete the payment process carefully and retain the payment confirmation for their records.
ITBP Assistant Commandant (Engineer) Selection Process 2026
The selection process for ITBP Assistant Commandant (Engineer) is comprehensive and multi-staged, designed to assess physical fitness, academic knowledge, and overall personality. All stages are qualifying/evaluative, and candidates must clear each stage to proceed to the next. The process begins with a Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET), followed by a Written Examination (two papers), Document Verification, a Personal Interview/Personality Test, Detailed Medical Examination (DME), and finally a Review Medical Examination (RME) for those declared unfit in DME.
The final merit list is prepared based on combined marks of the Written Examination and Interview. Biometric enrolment is mandatory at the PST/PET stage and may be verified at any subsequent stage. Candidates must carry a clear printed copy of their online application form and admit card to enter the PST/PET venue.
Stage-wise Selection Process:
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Standards:
Written Examination Pattern:
Paper-I (MCQ/Computer Based Test) – 100 Marks, 2 Hours:
Paper-II (Subjective/Bilingual) – 100 Marks, 2 Hours:
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 50% for UR/OBC/Ex-Servicemen/EWS; 45% for SC/ST in each paper.
Interview/Personality Test (50 Marks) Breakup:
How to Apply for ITBP Assistant Commandant (Engineer) Recruitment 2026
The application process is entirely online through the official ITBP recruitment website. Candidates must fill the online application form carefully after reading all instructions. A genuine and functional email ID and active mobile number must be provided during registration, as all communications including admit cards will be sent through these channels.
All information filled in the form – including gender, category (UR/SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS), and employment status – must be accurate and complete, as any false or incorrect information will lead to cancellation of candidature with no option for change at later stages. In-service candidates working in Central/State Government, Autonomous Bodies, PSUs, or Statutory Bodies must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) in original as per Annexure-V from their employer at the time of document verification; failure to produce NOC will result in summary rejection of candidature. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
- Apply online only at: https://recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in
- Online application window: 21/04/2026 (00:01 AM) to 20/05/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Fill all mandatory fields including gender, category, employment status accurately
- Pay application fee online (UR/OBC/EWS: ₹400; SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female: Nil)
- Provide valid email ID and mobile number – all communications sent only through these
- Take a clear printout of the completed online application form and bring it to PST/PET
- In-service candidates must produce original NOC at the time of documentation
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates must read the complete notification carefully before applying and ensure they satisfy all eligibility conditions. The recruitment in ITBP is entirely transparent, fair, and merit-based – no candidate is required to pay money to any person for recruitment other than the nominal application fee.
Candidates are strongly advised to beware of touts and unscrupulous elements, and any such approach should be reported to the Recruitment Board or local police.
Selected candidates will be required to serve in the Force for a minimum period of 10 years; those who resign before this period must refund three months’ pay/allowances or the cost of training, whichever is higher.
Persons belonging to physically handicapped categories are not eligible to apply for this post. Change of category will not be entertained at any later stage and will lead to cancellation of candidature. No Travelling Allowance (TA) is admissible for travel to the recruitment venue for any stage except the interview. All disputes will fall under the jurisdiction of the Hon’ble Courts within the territorial limits of Delhi only. For queries or clarifications, candidates may contact via email at [email protected]
- Apply online only at https://recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in
- Applications received after the last date will not be accepted under any circumstances.
- Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected without any correspondence.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Change of category will not be entertained after submission of application.
- Mobile phones and electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited in the examination hall.
- Candidates must be present for more than one day at the recruitment centre under their own arrangements.
- All further notices/corrigendum will be published only on the official ITBP recruitment website.