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Vacancy Details
- Head Constable (Motor Mechanic): 21 vacancies
Qualification: 10+2 plus Motor Mechanic Certificate with three years’ practical experience OR 10+2 plus three-year Diploma in Automobile Engineering- Unreserved (UR): 7
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 4
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 0
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 7
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 3
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
Application Fees
- General / Unreserved: ₹100
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer: ₹100
- EWS: ₹100
- Scheduled Caste (SC): ₹0
- Ex-servicemen: ₹0
Selection Process
- Phase I – Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST): Qualifying PET events: 1.6 km race in 7 minutes 30 seconds, long jump 11 feet with 3 chances, high jump 3.5 feet with 3 chances. PST requires meeting height, chest and weight standards as specified for regions/categories.
- Phase II – Document Verification and Written Examination: Original documents are verified. Written exam is objective for 100 marks (2 hours) covering General Knowledge, Mathematics, Hindi/English and trade-related theory.
- Phase III – Practical Skill Test: A 50-mark qualifying practical trade test (vehicle inspection, fault identification, rectification, handling tools); candidates must secure at least 25/50 to qualify.
- Phase IV – Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME): Shortlisted candidates undergo DME. Candidates declared unfit may apply for RME within 24 hours as per procedure.
- Final Merit Preparation: Final merit lists are prepared category-wise based on written examination marks among candidates who qualified required stages; practical test is qualifying only.
How to Apply
- Visit the official ITBPF recruitment website at https://recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in.
- Read the Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Check eligibility: educational qualifications, age limit, physical standards and other requirements.
- Open the online application facility for Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) on the portal.
- Create or access the required candidate profile on the recruitment portal.
- Enter personal details, gender, category, employment status and other profile particulars.
- Provide a valid mobile number and active email address.
- Enter educational qualifications and Motor Mechanic or Automobile Engineering details, and practical experience where applicable.
- Upload photograph, signature and supporting documents as per portal instructions.
- Review all entered details carefully and pay the Rs. 100 application fee online if applicable.
- Submit the application by 27 October 2026 at 11:59 PM and save/print the submitted application for future stages.
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Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date:
- Last Date to Apply Online:
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment:
- Age and Eligibility Cut-off Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum educational qualifications required?
Candidates must have passed 10+2. Additionally they must either hold a Motor Mechanic Certificate plus three years’ practical experience, or a three-year Diploma in Automobile Engineering, by the closing date.
How do I apply for the Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) post?
Apply online through the ITBPF recruitment portal at https://recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in. Follow the portal instructions to create a profile, upload documents, pay the fee if applicable, and submit the application by 27 October 2026.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The last date to apply online is 27 October 2026, with online fee payment also ending on 27 October 2026. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on that date.
What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Selection involves PET and PST, document verification, a written examination, a qualifying practical skill test, and detailed medical examination. Final merit is based on written exam marks among candidates who qualify required stages.
What is the pay scale for the Head Constable (Motor Mechanic) post?
The post is at Pay Level 4 under the 7th CPC, with minimum basic pay Rs. 25,500 and maximum basic pay Rs. 81,100. Selected candidates are also eligible for applicable allowances under ITBPF rules.
