Interested and eligible sportspersons can submit their applications online through the official ITBP recruitment portal starting from 03rd October 2026 until the closing date of 01st November 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully review the complete eligibility conditions, age relaxations, physical standards, and selection criteria provided below prior to submitting their application.

ITBP Constable GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights

ITBP Constable GD Vacancy Breakdown 2026

A total of 126 posts are advertised across 28 distinct sports disciplines under this quota. The gender-wise division of available vacancies is structured as follows:

• Male Candidates: 72 Vacancies
• Female Candidates: 54 Vacancies

Vacancies are distributed across recognized events such as Athletics, Shooting, Boxing, Wrestling, Football, Swimming, Archery, and other approved international and national sports categories.

Eligibility Criteria for ITBP Constable GD Recruitment 2026

1. Educational Qualifications

Candidates applying for the Constable (General Duty) post must possess a Matriculation (10th Pass) certificate or its equivalent qualification from a recognized board or university.

2. Sports Qualification Criteria

Candidates must have represented the country or state in recognized sports competitions held between 01/01/2024 and 01/11/2026. Valid competitions include:

• International Championships / Olympic Games / Asian Games / Commonwealth Games
• Senior or Junior National Championships / National Games
• Inter-University Tournaments
• Khelo India Youth Games / Khelo India Winter Games / Khelo India University Games

3. Age Limit & Relaxations

The standard age limit for candidates is 18 to 23 years as of 01st November 2026. Permissible relaxations in upper age limits apply as per Government regulations

• Unreserved (UR) / EWS Sports Candidates: Up to 5 years relaxation
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Up to 8 years relaxation (5 + 3 years)
• SC / ST Candidates: Up to 10 years relaxation (5 + 5 years)
• Departmental Candidates: Up to 40 years for UR/EWS/OBC and up to 45 years for SC/ST with 3 years of continuous service.

ITBP Constable GD Pay Scale & Allowances

Selected candidates will be appointed in Level-3 in the Revised Pay Matrix (Rs. 21,700 – Rs. 69,100 per month) under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). Beyond the basic pay, personnel receive several benefits and allowances:

• Dearness Allowance (DA) and Ration Money Allowance
• House Rent Allowance (HRA) or Free Government Accommodation
• Washing Allowance, Transport Allowance, and Free Uniforms
• Special Compensatory Allowance (for operational border postings)
• Free Medical Facilities and Travel Passes
• Coverage under the Restructured Defined Contributory Pension Scheme (applicable from 01/01/2004)

Note: Selected candidates are required to serve for a minimum service tenure of 10 years in the force. Resignation before 10 years requires refunding 3 months’ salary or training costs, whichever is higher.

Physical & Medical Standards

Physical Standard Test (PST)

• Height: Male Candidates: 170 cm | Female Candidates: 157 cm. (Relaxations applicable for ST candidates and applicants hailing from North-Eastern states, Garhwal, Kumaon, Dogras, Marathas, Ladakh, and J&K).
• Chest Expansion (Male Candidates Only): Minimum 80 cm unexpanded with a mandatory minimum expansion of 5 cm.
• Weight: Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards.

Medical Criteria

• Vision: Minimum distance vision of 6/6 and 6/9 without visual correction. Color blind candidates are ineligible.
• General Physical Fitness: Must be free from conditions like knock knees, flat feet, varicose veins, or squint eyes.
• Tattoo Policy: Tattoos depicting religious symbols/names are permitted on traditional body sites (e.g., inner left forearm) provided the size is less than 1/4th of the respective body part.

ITBP Constable GD Selection Process 2026

The selection procedure consists of sequential evaluation stages designed to ensure merit-based intake:

1. Document Verification & Application Scrutiny: Verification of identity via biometric check and authentication of original educational, caste, and sports credentials. Minimum qualifying mark in documentation is 10 marks.
2. Physical Standard Test (PST): Evaluation of height, chest, and weight requirements.
3. Sports Trial Test: Practical assessment evaluated out of 40 marks (Minimum qualifying cut-off is 20 marks). International athletes who represented India with official Ministry clearance are exempted from trial tests.
4. Merit List Preparation: Formulated strictly based on marks awarded for sports achievements and medal standings.
5. Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME): Final assessment of physical fitness by board doctors.

Application Fee

• Male Candidates (UR / OBC / EWS): Rs. 100/-
• SC / ST / All Female Candidates: Fee Exempted (Nil)

Payment can be remitted online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking facilities through the payment gateway.

How to Apply Online for ITBP Constable GD Recruitment 2026

Applicants must follow these steps to complete their online application submission:

1. Go to the official ITBP Recruitment portal at recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in
2. Navigate to the “Recruitment / Career” section and click on the Constable (GD) Sports Quota 2026 advertisement link.
3. Download and read the detailed official PDF notification carefully to confirm your eligibility.
4. Click on the Online Registration link and fill in personal, educational, and sports achievement details accurately.
5. Upload required scanned documents, photographs, signatures, and sports certificates in the specified format.
6. Pay the application fee online if applicable.
7. Review all entered information carefully before clicking the final submission button.
8. Print and save a copy of the completed application form for future reference during document verification.

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