ITBP Constable GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
Job highlights
| Organisation | Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBPF) |
|---|---|
| Location | India |
| Employment type | Full Time |
| Vacancies | 126 |
| Salary | INR 21,700 – 69,100 / month |
| Posted | Oct 3, 2026 |
| Apply by | Nov 1, 2026 |
| Education | The short notice does not state the educational qualification. Candidates must check the detailed advertisement on the ITBP recruitment website for the required qualification and sport-specific achievement criteria. |
| Age limit | 18–23 years. Upper-age relaxation of up to 5 years for meritorious sportspersons and up to 10 years for meritorious sportspersons belonging to SC/ST categories, subject to the prescribed certificate and other eligibility conditions. |
| Application fee | INR 100 for male candidates in UR/OBC/EWS categories. Nil for female, SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen categories as stated in the notice. |
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBPF) is recruiting meritorious sportspersons for Constable (General Duty) posts under its sports quota. Male and female candidates who meet the applicable nationality, age and sport-specific requirements should review the detailed advertisement before applying.
This recruitment covers 126 posts across 28 sports disciplines, with 72 vacancies for male candidates and 54 for female candidates. Online applications are scheduled to open on 3 October 2026 at 00:01 and close on 1 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applications must be submitted through the ITBP recruitment website; the short notice does not set out the full selection stages, so applicants should check the detailed advertisement for the confirmed process.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short notice in Employment News | 3–9 October 2026 |
| Online application start | 3 October 2026, 00:01 AM |
| Last date to apply online | 1 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Trials / selection date | To be notified |
Vacancy Details
ITBP has announced 126 Constable (General Duty) vacancies for the 2025 vacancy year. The posts are Group C, Non-Gazetted and Non-Ministerial positions. The vacancy count is tentative and may be increased or decreased without notice. These vacancies are not open to persons with disabilities or Ex-Servicemen.
The post and gender totals are 72 for male candidates and 54 for female candidates. The detailed distribution by discipline, event or category is set out below.
| Discipline | Events / categories | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athletic | 200 m, 5000 m, 10000 m, Triple Jump | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Aquatic | Water Polo, Freestyle, Breaststroke, Backstroke, Butterfly, Medley | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Archery | Recurve, Compound, Indian Round | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Badminton | Badminton | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Basketball | Shooting Guard, Point Guard, Centre | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Boxing | 45–48 kg to 80–85 kg | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| 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 to 81 kg | 4 | 8 | 12 |
| Kho-Kho | Kho-Kho | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Pencak Silat | 45–50 kg to 75–80 kg | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Powerlifting | 43 kg to 120 kg | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Central SKI | Alpine, Nordic | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| Sports Shooting | 10 m Pistol, 50 m Pistol, 25 m RPF, 10 m Rifle, 50 m Rifle 3P | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| Table Tennis | Table Tennis | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Taekwondo | U-62 kg to U-80 kg Kyorugi | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| Volleyball | Blocker, Setter, Attacker | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Weightlifting | 53 kg, 60 kg, 65 kg, 69 kg | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Wrestling | Free Style, 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, +68 kg Kumite | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total | 72 | 54 | 126 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
The short notice does not specify the educational qualification or the sports achievements required for each discipline. Applicants should consult the detailed Constable (General Duty) Sports Quota advertisement on the ITBP recruitment website to confirm the qualifications, eligible sporting achievements and prescribed certificates before submitting an application.
Applicants must be Indian citizens or subjects of Nepal or Bhutan. Persons with disabilities and Ex-Servicemen are not eligible for these vacancies.
Age Limit
The stated age range for Constable (General Duty) under the sports quota is 18 to 23 years. Meritorious sportspersons may receive an upper-age relaxation of up to five years; the relaxation is up to ten years for meritorious sportspersons belonging to SC/ST categories. To claim the concession, candidates must satisfy the other eligibility requirements, including educational qualifications, and provide a certificate in the prescribed format from the prescribed authority. The short notice does not specify the date on which age will be calculated, so candidates should confirm that detail in the full advertisement.
Application Fee
The application fee is payable online through the ITBP recruitment website. The notice specifies a fee for male candidates in the UR, OBC and EWS categories, while the listed exempt categories do not have to pay.
| Candidate category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| Male candidates – UR / OBC / EWS | INR 100 |
| Female / SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
How to Apply
- Visit the official ITBP recruitment portal at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.
- Open the detailed advertisement for Constable (General Duty) Sports Quota-2025 and check the eligibility conditions, sports achievements and required documents.
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number.
- Complete the online form with the requested personal, educational and sports achievement details, including the relevant discipline and event.
- Upload the required documents and sports certificates in the format specified in the advertisement.
- Pay the application fee online if it applies to your category, then review and submit the form.
- Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference. The application facility is scheduled to close on 1 November 2026 at 11:59 PM; offline applications will not be accepted.
Salary & Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be appointed as Constable (General Duty) in Pay Level 3, with a pay scale of INR 21,700 to INR 69,100. Allowances admissible to Central Armed Police Force personnel may also be paid in accordance with Government rules.
Selection Process
The short notice does not provide a confirmed, complete sequence of selection stages. It indicates that candidates should consult the detailed advertisement for information about trials, physical tests, document verification and medical examination. ITBP may change the order of the recruitment process as provided in the detailed advertisement, and the trial or selection date is yet to be announced.
Eligible sportspersons should read the full advertisement and submit their online application by 1 November 2026. Check the official ITBP recruitment portal for the detailed eligibility requirements and updates to the selection schedule.
Important links
- Official ITBP recruitment portal: https://recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in
- Short notice PDF: https://nqe.in/wp-content/uploads/ITBP_Constable_GD_Sports_Quota_Short_Notice_2026.pdf
Frequently asked questions
How many vacancies are available in the ITBP Sports Quota recruitment? +
There are 126 Constable (General Duty) vacancies across 28 disciplines: 72 for male candidates and 54 for female candidates. The vacancy count is tentative and may change.
When can candidates apply, and what is the last date? +
Online applications are scheduled to open on 3 October 2026 at 00:01 and close on 1 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
What is the age limit for these Constable GD posts? +
The stated age range is 18 to 23 years. Eligible meritorious sportspersons may receive up to five years of upper-age relaxation, or up to ten years for SC/ST candidates, subject to the prescribed certificate and other conditions.
What is the application fee? +
The fee is INR 100 for male UR, OBC and EWS candidates. The notice lists the fee as nil for female, SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen categories.
What are the educational and sports eligibility requirements? +
The short notice does not provide the required educational qualification or sports achievement criteria. Candidates should check the detailed advertisement on recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in before applying.
How do I apply, and what selection stages should I expect? +
Apply online through the official ITBP recruitment portal; offline applications will not be accepted. The short notice does not confirm the selection sequence, so candidates should check the detailed advertisement for information about trials, physical tests, document verification and medical examination.