ITBP 282 Medical Officer 2026 Recruitment Notification [CAPF]

ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: 282 Super Specialist, Specialist & Medical Officer Vacancies – Notification, Online Apply, Eligibility, Salary Details

The Directorate General, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released the Medical Officer Selection Board (MOSB) 2025 recruitment notification for filling 282 Group ‘A’ Medical posts across all Central Armed Police Forces (BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB) and Assam Rifles. This ITBP recruitment 2026 covers Super Specialist Medical Officers (Second-in-Command), Specialist Medical Officers (Deputy Commandant) and Medical Officers (Assistant Commandant) posts. Eligible MBBS, PG and Super-Specialist doctors can apply online at www.recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in from 10.08.2026 to 08.09.2026. This article gives you complete details on ITBP Medical Officer vacancy 2026, eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, selection process, salary, and how to apply online, so job seekers in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana can apply without missing the deadline.

ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview

Before going into the detailed eligibility and application process, here is a quick overview table of the ITBP CAPF Medical Officer Selection Board 2025 notification for easy reference.

ITBP Medical Officer Vacancy 2026 Details (Post-wise)

A total of 282 vacancies have been notified for three categories of Medical Officer posts. The vacancy for Super Specialist Medical Officer (Second-in-Command) is available only in ITBP, while Specialist Medical Officer and Medical Officer posts are distributed across BSF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP and Assam Rifles. Vacancies are subject to increase or decrease as per government requirement.

1. Super Specialist Medical Officer (Second-in-Command) – ITBP Only

2. Specialist Medical Officer (Deputy Commandant) – Force-wise Vacancies

Specialist Medical Officer – Speciality-wise Vacancies

3. Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant) – Force-wise Vacancies

Note: 10% of the vacancies in the Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant) category are reserved for Ex-Servicemen. In case any Ex-Servicemen quota vacancy remains unfilled, it will be filled by other eligible candidates. Grand Total = 05 + 162 + 115 = 282 vacancies.

ITBP Medical Officer Eligibility – Educational Qualification

Educational qualification differs for each of the three posts. Candidates must check the exact requirement carefully before applying online.

(A) Super Specialist Medical Officer (Second-in-Command)

• MBBS or equivalent degree recognized under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956
• Enrolled in any State Medical Register
• Completed compulsory rotating internship
• Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in the related speciality
• DM/M.Ch. or equivalent with 3 years’ experience in the concerned super-speciality after the first PG degree
• Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council required before appointment

(B) Specialist Medical Officer (Deputy Commandant)

• Recognized MBBS/allopathic medical qualification under IMC Act, 1956, with permanent registration
• Completion of compulsory rotating internship
• PG Degree/Diploma in the concerned speciality, plus 1.5 years’ experience after PG Degree or 2.5 years after PG Diploma

(C) Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant)

• Recognized MBBS/allopathic medical qualification under IMC Act, 1956, with permanent registration
• Completion of compulsory rotating internship (candidates undergoing internship may also apply, subject to completion before appointment)

ITBP Medical Officer Age Limit 2026

Age is reckoned as on the closing date of receipt of application, i.e., 08.09.2026.

Age Relaxation Details

ITBP Medical Officer Selection Process 2026

The Medical Officer Selection Board (MOSB) will conduct the recruitment process in the following stages:

• Documentation: Verification of original certificates and testimonials at the designated recruitment centre
• Interview: Carries 200 marks; tests general knowledge, personality, judgment, leadership and communication skills. Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (i.e., 80 out of 200) for all categories
• Physical Standard Test (PST): Height, chest (for males) and weight measurement
• Medical Examination Test (MET): Conducted by a Board of Medical Officers; candidates declared “Fit” or “Unfit”; a Review Medical Examination (RME) facility is available for those declared unfit

Download 282 ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment Notification PDF

Physical Standards Required

Height relaxation of 2 cms is available for Gorkhas, Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and candidates from Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir region of J&K and UT of Ladakh; a 3 cms relaxation applies to Scheduled Tribe candidates.

ITBP Medical Officer Application Fee 2026

Fee must be paid only through the online payment gateway on www.recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in. Applications with any other mode of payment will be summarily rejected, and the fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.

ITBP Medical Officer Salary & Pay Scale 2026

In addition to basic pay, selected candidates will get Non-Practicing Allowance, Dearness Allowance, Transport Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other admissible allowances as per Central Government rules. Candidates will also be covered under the New Restructured Defined Contributory Pension Scheme applicable to new Central Government entrants from 01.01.2004. A Dynamic Assured Career Progression (DACP) Scheme provides time-scale financial upgradation to Level-13, 13-A and 14 based on years of regular service, without any vacancy linkage.

How to Apply for ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official ITBP Recruitment website: www.recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in
2. Click on New User Registration at the Top right Corner.
3. Register with a genuine and functional e-mail ID and mobile number
4. Fill in your profile carefully as per the eligibility criteria and instructions given
5. Upload clear photograph, signature, MBBS/equivalent qualification certificate, specialized qualification certificate and MCI/NMC/State Medical Council registration certificate
6. Select your preference of CAPF/AR (BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, Assam Rifles) in order of priority, where applicable
7. Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the online payment gateway
8. Submit the application before 08.09.2026, 11:59 PM and take a printout for future reference

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Documents Required at the Time of Documentation/Interview

• Matriculation/School Leaving Certificate (proof of Date of Birth)
• Qualification certificates (MBBS, PG, Super-Speciality as applicable)
• Internship completion/undergoing certificate
• MCI/NMC/State Medical Council registration certificate
• SC/ST Certificate (Annexure-V), OBC Certificate (Annexure-VI), EWS Certificate (Annexure-VII), as applicable
• OBC (NCL) declaration (Annexure-VI-A), where applicable
• No Objection Certificate for in-service Government candidates (Annexure-III)
• Discharge Certificate for Ex-Servicemen
• Domicile/citizenship proof — PAN, Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving Licence or Passport
• Height relaxation certificate (Annexure-IV), where applicable
• NCC Grade Certificate, where available

Service Conditions – Probation, Bond & Other Rules

• Selected candidates must serve the Force for a minimum period of 10 years. Early resignation requires refund of three months’ pay/allowances or training cost, whichever is higher
• All appointees are on probation for 2 years, extendable by 1 year at the discretion of the Central Government
• Candidates may be posted anywhere in India or abroad as per service requirements
• Private practice, including consultancy and laboratory practice, is not permitted
• Officers with a living spouse who remarry, or who marry a person having a living spouse, are not eligible for appointment (subject to specific exemptions under personal law)

ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
A total of 282 vacancies are notified across Super Specialist Medical Officer, Specialist Medical Officer and Medical Officer posts.

Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The online application closes on 08.09.2026 at 11:59 PM.

Q3. What is the application fee for ITBP Medical Officer posts?
Rs. 400/- for General/OBC/EWS male candidates. SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen and all female candidates are exempted.

Q4. What is the age limit for Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant)?
Maximum 30 years as on the closing date, with relaxation as applicable to reserved categories.

Q5. Is there a written exam for this recruitment?
No. Selection is through Documentation, Interview (200 marks), Physical Standard Test and Medical Examination Test only.

Q6. What is the minimum qualifying mark in the Interview?
Candidates must secure at least 40% marks (80 out of 200) in the interview to qualify.

Q7. Which forces are covered under this recruitment?

BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB and Assam Rifles.

Q8. Is the Super Specialist Medical Officer post available in all forces?
No, this post is available only in ITBP.

Q9. What is the pay scale for Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant)?
Level-10 of Pay Matrix, Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500 per month, plus allowances.

Q10. Can in-service Government doctors apply?
Yes, but they must submit a No Objection Certificate (Annexure-III) from their employer at the time of document verification.

Q11. What is the service bond period after selection?
Selected candidates must serve for a minimum of 10 years in the Force.

Q12. Where can candidates check further updates on this recruitment?
All updates will be posted only on www.recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in; candidates should check this website and their registered e-mail regularly, including the spam folder.

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The ITBP CAPF Medical Officer Selection Board 2025 recruitment is a golden opportunity for MBBS, PG and Super-Specialist doctors seeking a stable, prestigious Group ‘A’ Central Government job with attractive pay scale and career progression under the DACP Scheme. Eligible candidates from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and across India should apply online before 08.09.2026 at www.recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in. This article is prepared for general information purposes based on the official advertisement. Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete official notification and annexures and verify all details on the official ITBP website before applying, as this blog does not guarantee accuracy of any last-minute changes made by the department.