ITBP Assistant Commandant Engineer Recruitment 2026

About This Job

ITBP is hiring 6 Assistant Commandant (Engineer) posts under the Ministry of Home Affairs. This is a Group A Gazetted Officer post — one of the most prestigious central government positions for engineering graduates. The last date to apply online is 20 May 2026. The starting salary is Rs. 56,100 per month (Pay Level-10 under 7th CPC), going up to Rs. 1,77,500.

ITBP Assistant Commandant (Engineer) Recruitment 2026 – 6 Posts

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP), one of India's premier Central Armed Police Forces under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has released its recruitment notification for 6 Assistant Commandant (Engineer) posts. These are General Central Service Group 'A' Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) posts, which means you will hold officer rank and wear the uniform of ITBP. Applications open from 21 April 2026 and only online applications through the official ITBP recruitment portal will be accepted. Both male and female Indian citizens, including subjects of Nepal and Bhutan, can apply.

Vacancy Details

• Post Name: Assistant Commandant (Engineer)
• Total Vacancies: 6

Note: Detailed category-wise breakdown (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) will be confirmed in the detailed notification when applications open. Check the official ITBP recruitment portal for updates.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• You need a Bachelor's Degree (B.E. / B.Tech) in the relevant Engineering discipline (Civil Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering) from a recognised university or institution.
• Candidates with a valid degree from an institution recognised by the Government of India are eligible.

Nationality

• You must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal, or a subject of Bhutan.

Other Requirements

• You must not have knock-knees, flat feet, or squint in your eyes, and you should have normal colour vision.
• Both male and female candidates are eligible to apply.

Age Limit

• You should be between 21 and 30 years of age as on 11 May 2026.
• Age Relaxation:
  • SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation (maximum age 35 years)
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates: 3 years relaxation (maximum age 33 years)
  • Civilian Central Government Servants / Ex-Servicemen: 5 years relaxation

Salary

• Pay Level-10 (7th CPC Pay Matrix): Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500 per month
• Entry pay (basic pay on joining): Rs. 56,100 per month
• Plus DA (Dearness Allowance), HRA (House Rent Allowance), TA (Travel Allowance) and other allowances as per Central Government and ITBP rules
• As a combatised force officer, you may also be entitled to risk and hardship allowances for high-altitude postings

Physical Standards

ITBP is a border guarding force operating at high altitudes. Detailed physical standards (height, chest, weight, vision and PET parameters) will be specified in the detailed notification. The combatised post requires you to be physically fit and able to serve in high-altitude conditions.

Application Fee

Application fee details will be confirmed in the detailed official notification at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in when applications open on 21 April 2026. Typically SC/ST, female candidates and Ex-Servicemen are exempt from fee.

Selection Process

The selection will be done in 4 phases:

1. Phase I — Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Document Verification: Height, chest measurements and physical fitness checks. Biometric Identification and original document verification at this stage.
2. Phase II — Written Examination:
   • Paper I (Objective): General Awareness, Reasoning Ability, Numerical Aptitude, General English. Duration: 2 hours.
   • Paper II (Descriptive/Subjective): Trade-specific Engineering subjects (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering). Duration: 2 hours.
   • Question papers will be bilingual (Hindi and English).
3. Phase III — Interview / Personality Test: Candidates shortlisted from the written exam appear for the interview.
4. Phase IV — Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME): Final medical fitness check before appointment.

Candidates must qualify each phase to proceed to the next. The final merit list is prepared based on overall performance.

How to Apply

1. Go to the ITBP official recruitment website at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.
2. If you are a new user, register with your valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Log in and click on the application link for Assistant Commandant (Engineer) 2026.
4. Fill in all the required details carefully in the online application form.
5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and supporting documents.
6. Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
7. Review all details and submit the application form.
8. Save and take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

The application link will be active from 21 April 2026 to 20 May 2026 (11:59 PM). No offline applications will be accepted.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: April 2026
• Online Application Start: 21 April 2026 (00:01 AM)
• Last Date to Apply Online: 20 May 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 20 May 2026
• Admit Card: To be announced on recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in
• PET/PST Date: To be announced
• Written Exam Date: To be announced

• Plan, supervise and execute engineering works including construction and maintenance of buildings, roads and infrastructure at ITBP establishments
• Prepare technical estimates, drawings and reports for civil, electrical or mechanical engineering projects
• Monitor work quality and ensure compliance with engineering standards and government specifications
• Manage contracts and supervise contractors during construction and repair works
• Maintain all engineering records, project files and asset registers for the assigned area
• Coordinate with other departments for timely completion of infrastructure projects
• Wear uniform and perform combatised officer duties as assigned, including high-altitude postings