ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment Overview
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has officially released official notification for the recruitment of 16 Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) vacancies. Online applications start from 28th September 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official ITBP website. The last date to submit the application form is 27th October 2026.
| Company | Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) |
| Post Category | General Central Service, Group C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
| Application mode | Online |
| Total Posts | 16 |
| Job Type | Regular Basis |
| Salary | Level-4: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Age Limit | 20 - 25 Years (as on 27/10/2026) |
| Qualification | Degree with Psychology OR Degree + B.Ed. / B.T. / equivalent (Post-wise) |
| Job Location | Various Circles Across India or Abroad |
| Start Date of Apply | 28/09/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 27/10/2026 |
| Application Fee | GEN/OBC/EWS: ₹100/- SC/ST/Female/ESM: Exempted |
| Website | https://recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in/ |
ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment Vacancy Details
| Category | Male | Female | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEN/UR | 3 | 01 | 04 |
| SC | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| ST | 02 | 00 | 02 |
| OBC | 08 | 01 | 09 |
| EWS | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Grand Total | 14 | 2 | 16 |
Vacancies are tentative and may increase or decrease without notice. 10% posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen in the respective category.
ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 20 - 25 Years (as on 27/10/2026) |
| Gender | Both Male & Female are eligible |
| Qualification | Degree from a recognised university or equivalent with Psychology as a subject; or Degree from a recognised university along with Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Teaching, or an equivalent qualification. |
| Work Experience | Not required |
ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment Salary
The Head Constable (Education and Stress Counsellor) post carries Pay Level 4 with a salary of Rs.25,500-81,100 under the 7th Central Pay Commission.
The appointment will initially be temporary but is likely to become permanent in ITBP. Selected candidates may be required to serve anywhere in India or abroad.
ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment Age Limit and Relaxation
20 to 25 years. The crucial date for age is the closing date of online application — 27 October 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Unreserved/General) | 3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age. |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL) | 6 years (3 years + 3 years) after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age. |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 years (3 years + 5 years) after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age. |
| Departmental candidates | 5 years |
ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment Selection Process
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Written Examination
- Document Verification (DV)
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Final Selection
ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 28/09/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 28/09/2026 |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 27/10/2026 |
| Online Fee Payment End Date | 27/10/2026 |
| Age Limit as on | 27/10/2026 |
ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official ITBP recruitment website https://recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in/ and Open the recruitment link for Head Constable (Education and Stress Counsellor) 2026.
- Step 2: Register on the portal with email ID and mobile number
- Step 3: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, state preference, and category details
- Step 4: Upload scanned copies of Photograph, Signature, educational certificates, and caste/PwBD certificate (if applicable).
- Step 5: Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Step 6: Submit the application
- Step 7: Take printout/screenshot for records
ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment Important Links
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|---|---|
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q 1. What is the total number of vacancies in ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment 2026?
A total of 16 posts have been notified — 14 for male and 2 for female candidates.
Q 2. What is the start date to apply for ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment 2026?
The start date for online application is 28 September 2026.
Q 3. What is the last date to apply for ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 27 October 2026.
Q 4. What is the age limit for ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment 2026 posts?
Candidates must be between 20 and 25 years as of 27 October 2026, subject to applicable relaxation.
Q 5. What is the application fee for ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment 2026?
₹100/- for applicable General / OBC / EWS candidates. Female, SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted.
Abbreviation
| ITBP | Indo-Tibetan Border Police |
|---|---|
| GATE | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering |
| PSU | Public Sector Undertaking |
| GEN | General Category |
| UR | Unreserved Category |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribes |
| OBC | Other Backward Class |
| NCL | Non-Creamy Layer |
| ESM / XSM | Ex-Serviceman |
| PwBD | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
| Max | Maximum |
| Min | Minimum |
| GST | Goods and Services Tax |
| CBT | Computer Bases Test |
| IDA | Industrial Dearness Allowance |
| MCA | Master of Computer Applications |
| MBA | Master of Business Administration |
| CA | Chartered Accountant |
| PGDM | Post Graduate Diploma in Management |
| CMA | Certified Management Accountant |
| HRA | House Rent Allowance |
| Ph.D. | Doctor of Philosophy |
| PG | Post Graduation |
| M.Sc. | Master of Science |
| B.Tech. | Bachelor of Technology |
| B.E. | Bachelor of Engineering |
| M.Tech. | Master of Technology |
| LLB | Bachelor of Laws |
| VDA | Variable Dearness Allowance |
| CS | Computer Science |
| IT | Information Technology |
| ITI | Industrial Training Institute |
| AICTE | All India Council for Technical Education |
| NCVT | National Council for Vocational Training |
| UGC | University Grants Commission |
| BCA | Bachelor of Computer Applications |
| B.Com. | Bachelor of Commerce |
| MMS | Master of Management Studies |
| BMS | Bachelor of Management Studies |
| BAF | Bachelor of Accounting and Finance |