ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP), Directorate General, Ministry of Home Affairs, has released a recruitment notification for medical professionals under the Central Armed Police Forces Medical Officer Selection Board (MOSB). The recruitment is for Super Specialist Medical Officers, Specialist Medical Officers and Medical Officers in ITBP and other participating CAPFs & Assam Rifles.
A total of 282 vacancies are available. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online from 10 August 2026 to 8 September 2026 through the ITBP recruitment portal.
ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
- Recruiting Organisation: Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP)
- Recruitment Board: Central Armed Police Forces Medical Officer Selection Board
- Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
- Advertisement: MOSB-2025
- Total Vacancies: 282
- Posts: Super Specialist Medical Officer, Specialist Medical Officer and Medical Officer
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Start Date: 10 August 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 8 September 2026
- Job Location: Anywhere in India or abroad, as per service requirements.
Important Dates
| Online Application Starts | 10 August 2026 at 12:01 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 8 September 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Application Mode | Online |
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ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: Vacancy
| Post | Rank | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Super Specialist Medical Officer | Second-in-Command | 05 |
| Specialist Medical Officer | Deputy Commandant | 162 |
| Medical Officer | Assistant Commandant | 115 |
| Total | — | 282 |
The notification states that the vacancies, including backlog vacancies, are subject to change without prior notice. Of the 115 Medical Officer vacancies, 10% are reserved for Ex-Servicemen.
Force-wise Vacancy for Specialist Medical Officers (Deputy Commandant)
| Force | UR/Gen | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSF | 20 | 07 | – | 14 | 05 | 46 |
| CRPF | 12 | 18 | 09 | 34 | 13 | 86 |
| SSB | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| ITBP | 02 | 01 | 00 | 03 | 02 | 08 |
| Assam Rifles | 04 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 05 |
| Total | 55 | 27 | 9 | 51 | 20 | 162 |
Force-wise Vacancy for Medical Officers (Assistant Commandant)
| Force | UR/Gen | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSF | 10 | 13 | 06 | 14 | 04 | 47 |
| CRPF | 01 | 01 | 01 | 02 | 00 | 05 |
| SSB | 07 | 04 | 06 | 00 | 01 | 18 |
| ITBP | 12 | 04 | 03 | 14 | 04 | 37 |
| Assam Rifles | 02 | 01 | 02 | 02 | 01 | 08 |
| Total | 32 | 23 | 18 | 32 | 10 | 115 |
The five Super Specialist Medical Officer posts are available in ITBP only.
ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should carefully check the post-wise educational qualification, registration, internship and experience requirements before applying.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Super Specialist Medical Officer (Second-in-Command) | MBBS or equivalent medical degree from a recognised university/institution; enrolment in a State Medical Register; completion of compulsory rotating internship; PG Degree/Diploma in the relevant specialty; DM/M.Ch. or equivalent with 3 years’ experience in the concerned super-specialty after obtaining the first PG degree. Senior Residency is also counted towards experience. Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council is required before appointment. |
| Specialist Medical Officer (Deputy Commandant) | Recognised Allopathic medical qualification as specified in the notification; permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council; completion of compulsory rotating internship; PG Degree/Diploma in the concerned specialty; 1.5 years’ experience after PG Degree or 2.5 years’ experience after PG Diploma in the concerned specialty. |
| Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant) | Recognised Allopathic medical qualification as specified in the notification; permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council; completion of compulsory rotating internship. Candidates undergoing internship may apply and appear for interview, but must complete the internship before appointment if selected. |
The detailed qualification requirements are given under Para 3 of the recruitment notification.
Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Super Specialist Medical Officer | 50 years |
| Specialist Medical Officer | 40 years |
| Medical Officer | 30 years |
The age is calculated as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | Up to 5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | Up to 3 years |
| Civilian Central Government Servants | Up to 5 years |
| Eligible Medical Graduates who joined Army Medical Corps as Short Service Regular Commissioned Officers | Up to 5 years |
| Certain SC/ST Government Servants and SSCOs | Up to 10 years |
| Certain OBC Government Servants and SSCOs | Up to 8 years |
| Other eligible categories | As per applicable Government orders |
ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: Salary Details
The selected candidates will receive pay according to the applicable Pay Matrix level along with admissible allowances.
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Super Specialist Medical Officer (Second-in-Command) | Level 12 | ₹78,800–₹2,09,200 per month |
| Specialist Medical Officer (Deputy Commandant) | Level 11 | ₹67,700–₹2,08,700 per month* |
| Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant) | Level 10 | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 per month |
In addition to basic pay, the notification mentions benefits such as Non-Practising Allowance, Dearness Allowance, Transport Allowance and House Rent Allowance, as admissible under the rules.
*The notification’s text shows the Specialist Medical Officer scale as ₹67,700–₹2,08,706 in one section; candidates should refer to the official notification for the applicable pay-scale wording.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Male candidates – General/UR, OBC, EWS | ₹400 |
| SC,ST candidates | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
| Female candidates | Exempted |
The fee must be paid through the online payment gateway. The notification states that the fee, once paid, will not be refunded.
ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: Selection Procedure
The selection process includes several stages. Candidates whose applications are found in order will receive an online admit card containing the date, time, and venue.
Selection stages
- Documentation
- Candidates must produce the required original documents along with self-attested copies.
- Documents include proof of age, educational qualifications, internship, medical registration, and applicable category certificates.
- Interview
- The interview carries 200 marks.
- Candidates need at least 40% marks, i.e., 80 out of 200.
- The minimum qualifying marks are the same for all categories.
- Candidates who fail to qualify in the interview are eliminated.
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Candidates qualifying in the interview undergo the PST.
- Male height: 157.5 cm
- Female height: 142 cm
- Male chest: 77 cm unexpanded and 82 cm expanded
- Weight should be proportionate to height and age according to the prescribed standards.
- Certain candidates are eligible for height relaxation as specified in the notification.
- Medical Examination Test (MET)
- Candidates qualifying in the PST undergo medical examination.
- Candidates are declared either FIT or UNFIT.
- Candidates declared unfit may be permitted to undergo a Review Medical Examination (RME), subject to the prescribed procedure.
- Merit List
- The Medical Officers Selection Board prepares the merit list based on aggregate interview marks.
- Separate merit lists are prepared for SC/ST, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates.
How to Apply for ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the ITBP Recruitment website.
- Complete the registration/profile process.
- Enter the required personal, educational, and professional details.
- Provide valid MCI/NMC/State Medical Council registration details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, and qualification/registration documents.
- Pay the application fee if applicable.
- Carefully review the application form before final submission.
- Submit the application online.
- Save or print the submitted application for future reference.
- Keep checking the registered email address and ITBP recruitment website for admit card and recruitment updates.
The notification specifically advises candidates to provide a genuine and functional email ID and mobile number because recruitment-related information will be communicated through these channels.
Documents Required for ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
Candidates called for documentation should carry the required original documents and one set of self-attested copies.
- Online admit card
- Matriculation/School Leaving Certificate for date of birth
- Educational qualification certificates
- Internship completion/undergoing certificate
- MCI/NMC/State Medical Council registration certificate
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate, where applicable
- OBC (NCL) declaration, where applicable
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate, where applicable
- NOC for eligible Government servants
- Discharge certificate for Ex-Servicemen
- Domicile certificate or accepted identity/citizenship document
- Height-relaxation certificate, where applicable
- NCC Grade Certificate, where available
Service Conditions
| Service Location | Anywhere in India or abroad, according to service requirements |
| Minimum Service Period | 10 years |
| Probation | 2 years |
| Extension of Probation | May be extended by 1 year |
| Private Practice | Not permitted |
| Training | Selected candidates will undergo basic training and other prescribed courses |
The posts are combatised positions in CAPFs & Assam Rifles, and selected candidates may be required to serve in different parts of the country or abroad.
ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
How many vacancies are available in ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
There are 282 vacancies in total, including 5 Super Specialist Medical Officer, 162 Specialist Medical Officer, and 115 Medical Officer posts.
What is the last date to apply for ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 8 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.
What is the age limit for Medical Officer posts?
The maximum age for Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant) is 30 years. The maximum age is 40 years for Specialist Medical Officer and 50 years for Super Specialist Medical Officer.
What is the application fee?
Eligible male candidates belonging to General, OBC and EWS categories have to pay ₹400. SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen and female candidates are exempted from the application fee.
What is the salary of an ITBP Medical Officer?
The Medical Officer post carries a pay scale of ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 per month, while Specialist Medical Officers and Super Specialist Medical Officers are placed in higher Pay Matrix levels.
