ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: Overview
The Directorate General, Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP), Ministry of Home Affairs, has released a notification for the Central Armed Police Forces Medical Officer Selection Board 2025 (MOSB-2025). This recruitment invites online applications for 282 Group ‘A’ Medical Officer posts across CAPFs (BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB) and Assam Rifles. The online application process starts on 10 August 2026 and closes on 8 September 2026. Eligible male and female Indian citizens holding the required medical qualifications can apply through the official ITBP recruitment portal, recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Directorate General, Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP), Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Recruitment Name | Central Armed Police Forces Medical Officer Selection Board-2025 (MOSB-2025) |
| Posts | Super Specialist Medical Officer, Specialist Medical Officer, Medical Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 282 |
| Forces Covered | BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, Assam Rifles |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Start Date | 10 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 8 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Selection Process | Documentation, Interview, Physical Standard Test, Medical Examination Test (no written exam) |
| Official Website | recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 21 July 2026 |
| Published in Employment News | 8 to 14 August 2026 issue |
| Online Application Starts | 10 August 2026 (12:01 AM) |
| Online Application Closes | 8 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Interview, PST and MET Dates | This detail is not mentioned in the official notification. Candidates will be intimated through the e-admit card. |
ITBP Medical Officer Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 282 vacancies have been announced across three Group ‘A’ ranks. The post-wise break-up is given below.
| Post | Rank | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Specialist Medical Officer | Second-in-Command, Grade-II | 05 | Level-12 |
| Specialist Medical Officer | Deputy Commandant, Grade-II (Junior Scale) | 162 | Level-11 |
| Medical Officer | Assistant Commandant | 115 | Level-10 |
| Total | – | 282 | – |
The Super Specialist Medical Officer post is available in ITBP only, and covers the disciplines of Neurology, Neurosurgery, Gastroenterology, Cardiology and Nephrology, with one vacancy each. Specialist Medical Officer and Medical Officer vacancies are distributed force-wise across BSF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP and Assam Rifles, with category-wise reservation for SC, ST, OBC and EWS candidates as per government norms. 10% of Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant) posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen; unfilled Ex-Servicemen vacancies will be filled by other eligible candidates. Candidates should check the exact force-wise and category-wise numbers in the official notification, as vacancies are subject to change.
Educational Qualification and Experience
Super Specialist Medical Officer (Second-in-Command)
- MBBS or equivalent recognised degree, registered in a State Medical Register
- Completed compulsory rotating internship
- PG Degree or Diploma in the relevant specialty as per the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, or equivalent
- DM or M.Ch (or equivalent) with 3 years’ experience in the concerned super-specialty after the first PG degree
- Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council before appointment
Specialist Medical Officer (Deputy Commandant)
- Recognised medical qualification under the Allopathic system as per the IMC Act, 1956
- Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council before appointment
- Completed compulsory rotating internship
- PG Degree/Diploma in the concerned speciality, plus 1.5 years’ experience after the PG Degree, or 2.5 years’ experience after a PG Diploma
Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant)
- Recognised medical qualification under the Allopathic system as per the IMC Act, 1956
- Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council before appointment
- Completed compulsory rotating internship; candidates still undergoing internship may apply and appear for interview, provided the internship is completed before appointment
Candidates are advised to verify the exact qualification wording, equivalent degrees and specialisation-wise requirements from the official notification PDF, as these details determine eligibility for each post.
Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age (as on 8 September 2026) |
|---|---|
| Super Specialist Medical Officer | 50 years |
| Specialist Medical Officer | 40 years |
| Medical Officer | 30 years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Civilian Central Government servants | 5 years |
| SSCOs released from Army Medical Corps (after 5 years’ assignment) | 5 years |
| SC/ST Government servants or SSCOs | 10 years |
| OBC Government servants or SSCOs | 8 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR), OBC, EWS male candidates | Rs. 400 |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, all female candidates | Exempted |
The application fee is payable only through the online payment gateway on the official portal. Payment through any other mode will lead to summary rejection of the application, and the fee is not refunded under any circumstances.
Salary and Pay Level
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale (Rs. per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant) | Level-10 | 56,100 – 1,77,500 |
| Specialist Medical Officer (Deputy Commandant) | Level-11 | 67,700 – 2,08,700 |
| Super Specialist Medical Officer (Second-in-Command) | Level-12 | 78,800 – 2,09,200 |
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates get Non-Practicing Allowance, Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance and other allowances admissible under central government rules.
Selection Process
There is no written examination in this recruitment. Selection is based on the following stages:
- Documentation – verification of the e-admit card and original testimonials with self-attested copies
- Interview – conducted for 200 marks; minimum qualifying marks are 40% (80 out of 200), applicable uniformly across all categories
- Physical Standard Test (PST) – generally held the same day or the day after the interview
- Medical Examination Test (MET) – held after PST; candidates declared unfit may request a Review Medical Examination (RME) in writing within 24 hours
Separate merit lists are prepared for the General category and for SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates based on aggregate interview marks.
Physical Standards
| Standard | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 157.5 cm | 142 cm |
| Chest | 77 cm unexpanded / 82 cm expanded | Not applicable |
| Weight | Proportionate to height and age | Proportionate to height and age |
Height relaxation of 2 cm is available for candidates from Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, the Kashmir region of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, and 3 cm for Scheduled Tribe candidates. Candidates should check the complete eyesight, colour vision and other medical standards in the official notification.
Documents Required
- Matriculation certificate as proof of date of birth
- MBBS/PG/super-specialty qualification certificates, as applicable
- Internship completion or in-progress certificate
- MCI/NMC/State Medical Council registration certificate
- SC/ST, OBC-NCL or EWS certificate, if claiming reservation
- No Objection Certificate, for candidates already in government service
- Discharge certificate, for Ex-Servicemen candidates
- Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Driving Licence or Passport, for identity verification
- Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature
How to Apply for ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official ITBP Recruitment portal at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.
- Register and complete the profile with personal details.
- Select the Medical Officer Selection Board-2025 notification and fill the online application form.
- Indicate your force preference (BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, Assam Rifles) in order of priority; this choice cannot be changed once submitted.
- Upload photograph, signature and all required certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, where applicable.
- Verify all details carefully and submit the application before the closing date.
- Download and keep a printout of the submitted application and payment confirmation.
Important Instructions
- Applications are accepted only in online mode; no offline or postal applications will be entertained.
- Candidates should apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute server or technical issues.
- ITBP does not charge any money for selection except the prescribed recruitment fee; candidates should not fall prey to unofficial agents or fake recruitment offers.
- Selected candidates must serve a minimum service commitment; resigning earlier may require refund of pay and allowances or training cost, as per rules.
- Read the complete official notification carefully before applying, as it contains post-specific and force-specific conditions not repeated here.
Common Application Mistakes to Avoid
- Selecting the wrong post despite not meeting its specific PG or experience requirement
- Uploading unclear or incorrectly sized photographs and signatures
- Paying the application fee outside the official payment gateway
- Submitting the force preference without reviewing all options carefully, since it cannot be changed later
- Ignoring category certificate formats prescribed in the notification annexures
Official Notification and Application Links
ITBP MOSB-2025 Official Notification (PDF)
ITBP Recruitment Portal – Apply Online
ITBP Official Website
Conclusion
ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 offers 282 Group ‘A’ posts for doctors across CAPFs and Assam Rifles, with online applications open from 10 August to 8 September 2026. Eligible candidates should read the complete official notification, confirm their post-wise qualification and age eligibility, and submit the online application well before the last date at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.
