Applications are invited for recruitment to 282 medical positions in the Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) in 2026.
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts of Super Specialist Medical Officers, Specialist Medical Officers and Medical Officers for the Central Armed Police Forces (BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB) and Assam Rifles under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
ITBP Recruitment 2026
Name of Posts and Vacancies
| Name of Post | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Super Specialist Medical Officer (Second-in-Command) | 5 |
| Specialist Medical Officer (Deputy Commandant) | 162 |
| Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant) | 115 |
| Total | 282 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Super Specialist Medical Officer (Second-in-Command)
Candidates must possess:
A recognized MBBS degree or equivalent from a recognized University/Institution included in the First Schedule to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956.
Enrollment in a State Medical Register maintained under the relevant Act.
Completion of compulsory rotating internship.
A Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in the relevant specialty.
DM/M.Ch. or equivalent qualification in the concerned super-specialty with 3 years of experience in the concerned super-specialty after obtaining the first postgraduate degree. Senior Residency experience will also be counted, subject to the prescribed conditions.
Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council before appointment.
2. Specialist Medical Officer (Deputy Commandant)
Candidates must possess:
A recognized medical qualification in the Allopathic system of medicine included in the First or Second Schedule or Part-II of the Third Schedule to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, as applicable.
Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council before appointment.
Completion of compulsory rotating internship.
A Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in the concerned specialty.
The prescribed post-PG experience in the concerned specialty, as specified in the official recruitment notification.
3. Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant)
Candidates must possess:
A recognized medical qualification in the Allopathic system of medicine included in the First or Second Schedule or Part-II of the Third Schedule to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, as applicable.
Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council before appointment.
Completion of compulsory rotating internship.
Candidates who are undergoing compulsory rotating internship may also be eligible to apply and appear for the interview, provided they satisfactorily complete the internship before appointment if selected.
How to Apply
Eligible and interested candidates are required to apply online through the official ITBP Recruitment website:
Last Date
8th September 2026 up to 11:59 PM
Application Fee
Male candidates belonging to the General (UR), OBC and EWS categories are required to pay an application fee of Rs. 400/-.
Candidates belonging to the following categories are exempted from payment of the application fee:
Scheduled Caste (SC)
Scheduled Tribe (ST)Ex-Servicemen
Female candidates
Important Dates
Last Date for Online Application: 8th September 2026
Closing Time: 11:59 PM
Important Link
Detailed Advertisement: : Click Here
Candidates are advised to carefully read the official recruitment notification for complete details regarding specialty-wise vacancies, age limit, physical and medical standards, experience requirements, selection procedure and other eligibility conditions before applying.