Q2. What is the last date to submit the ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) form?

The last date for online submission and fee payment is 27 October 2026. Applications received after this date will not be accepted.

Q3. What is the age limit for ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment 2026?

The age must be between 20 Years and 25 Years as on 27 October 2026, with upper age relaxation applicable to OBC, SC, ST, PwD and Ex-Servicemen as per ITBP rules.

Q4. What is the educational qualification required for this ITBP vacancy?

Degree from a recognised University with Psychology as a subject, or a Degree with Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) / Bachelor of Teaching (B.T.) or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.

Indo Tibetan Border Police Force ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Recruitment 2026 : Apply Online for 16 Post

Author: Sarkari Exam Pro Team|Last Updated at: September 28, 2026 12:49 PM (ताज़ा अपडेट)

The Indo Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) has invited online applications for 16 Post of Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) under the Border Police Force cadre. The application window opens on 28 September 2026 and closes on 27 October 2026, which is also the last date for fee payment. Candidates must be between 20 - 25 Years as on the closing date, with relaxation admissible as per ITBP recruitment rules. Essential eligibility is a recognised University Degree with Psychology as a subject, or a Degree with B.Ed / B.T. or equivalent. General, OBC and EWS applicants pay Rs. 100/-, while SC, ST and all female candidates are fully exempted. Selection covers PST/PET, written examination, skill/practical test, document verification and medical examination. Read the complete SarkariExam.pro guide below for the category-wise break-up, eligibility and direct apply link.

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Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor)	16	Degree from a recognised University or equivalent with Psychology as a subject, OR Degree from a recognised University with Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) or Bachelor of Teaching (B.T.) or equivalent qualification. The degree must be obtained from a University recognised by the Government of India / UGC; unrecognised or distance-mode qualifications not approved in the notification will not be accepted. Physical standards (height, chest measurement and endurance norms) and medical fitness are applicable as prescribed for the Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) post under ITBP recruitment rules. Candidates must carry all original educational certificates, mark sheets and the prescribed category documents at the time of verification.

Post Name

Total Post

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor)

Degree from a recognised University or equivalent with Psychology as a subject, OR Degree from a recognised University with Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) or Bachelor of Teaching (B.T.) or equivalent qualification.
The degree must be obtained from a University recognised by the Government of India / UGC; unrecognised or distance-mode qualifications not approved in the notification will not be accepted.
Physical standards (height, chest measurement and endurance norms) and medical fitness are applicable as prescribed for the Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) post under ITBP recruitment rules.
Candidates must carry all original educational certificates, mark sheets and the prescribed category documents at the time of verification.

UR / General	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total
04	01	09	00	02	16

UR / General

EWS

OBC

Total

Selection Process & Examination Pattern
Stage 1 (PST & PET): Physical Standard Test covering height, chest and medical screening, followed by Physical Efficiency Test (race / endurance events) as per ITBP norms. Qualifying in PST/PET is mandatory before the candidate proceeds further. Stage 2 (Written Examination): Objective-type paper covering General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English / Hindi and subject-related knowledge of Psychology and Education. Negative marking and minimum qualifying marks apply as per the official notification. Stage 3 (Skill / Practical Test): Assessment of counselling aptitude, communication and subject-teaching ability relevant to the Education & Stress Counsellor profile. Stage 4 (Document Verification & Medical Examination): Verification of original certificates followed by a detailed medical examination as per ITBP medical standards. Final merit is prepared on the basis of performance in the written examination and other qualifying stages, subject to category-wise reservation rules.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern

Stage 1 (PST & PET): Physical Standard Test covering height, chest and medical screening, followed by Physical Efficiency Test (race / endurance events) as per ITBP norms. Qualifying in PST/PET is mandatory before the candidate proceeds further.
Stage 2 (Written Examination): Objective-type paper covering General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English / Hindi and subject-related knowledge of Psychology and Education. Negative marking and minimum qualifying marks apply as per the official notification.
Stage 3 (Skill / Practical Test): Assessment of counselling aptitude, communication and subject-teaching ability relevant to the Education & Stress Counsellor profile.
Stage 4 (Document Verification & Medical Examination): Verification of original certificates followed by a detailed medical examination as per ITBP medical standards.
Final merit is prepared on the basis of performance in the written examination and other qualifying stages, subject to category-wise reservation rules.

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Application & Verification
High School (Class 10th) marksheet and certificate for Date of Birth proof. Graduation degree, mark sheets and passing certificate showing Psychology as a subject, or Degree with B.Ed / B.T. certificate. Recent colour passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the prescribed file format and size. Valid Caste / Category / EWS / PwD certificate issued by a competent authority, wherever applicable. Valid government-issued Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID or Passport). Active mobile number and email ID for all recruitment-related communication and admit card download.

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Application & Verification

High School (Class 10th) marksheet and certificate for Date of Birth proof.
Graduation degree, mark sheets and passing certificate showing Psychology as a subject, or Degree with B.Ed / B.T. certificate.
Recent colour passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the prescribed file format and size.
Valid Caste / Category / EWS / PwD certificate issued by a competent authority, wherever applicable.
Valid government-issued Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID or Passport).
Active mobile number and email ID for all recruitment-related communication and admit card download.

How to Fill ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Online Form 2026
Visit the official recruitment portal or click the direct Apply Online link given below on SarkariExam.pro. Read the official notification guidelines carefully, especially the eligibility, physical standards and closing date. Register with basic details including an active Mobile Number and valid Email ID for OTP verification. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, category and communication address accurately. Upload the scanned photograph, signature and other mandatory documents in the prescribed file format. Preview every column of the application form before final submission. Pay the applicable application fee online; SC, ST and all female candidates are exempted from the fee. Submit the final form before 27 October 2026 and print or save the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.

How to Fill ITBP Head Constable (Education & Stress Counsellor) Online Form 2026

Visit the official recruitment portal or click the direct Apply Online link given below on SarkariExam.pro.
Read the official notification guidelines carefully, especially the eligibility, physical standards and closing date.
Register with basic details including an active Mobile Number and valid Email ID for OTP verification.
Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, category and communication address accurately.
Upload the scanned photograph, signature and other mandatory documents in the prescribed file format.
Preview every column of the application form before final submission.
Pay the applicable application fee online; SC, ST and all female candidates are exempted from the fee.
Submit the final form before 27 October 2026 and print or save the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.

Category-Wise Reservation Norms & Age Relaxation Matrix
Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation in the upper age limit. Candidates must present a valid OBC-NCL certificate issued within the prescribed financial year by a competent revenue authority. Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 Years upper age relaxation along with complete exemption from application examination fees in accordance with Central / State Government reservation policies. Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% reservation in direct recruitment vacancies for eligible candidates holding a valid EWS Income & Asset Certificate issued by an authorized Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years age relaxation for UR/EWS, 13 Years for OBC, and 15 Years for SC/ST categories, including scribe facility provisions as per RPwD Act 2016. Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Deduction of actual military service rendered from the candidate's age plus an additional 3 years relaxation, subject to fulfilling minimum service norms.

Category-Wise Reservation Norms & Age Relaxation Matrix

Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation in the upper age limit. Candidates must present a valid OBC-NCL certificate issued within the prescribed financial year by a competent revenue authority.
Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 Years upper age relaxation along with complete exemption from application examination fees in accordance with Central / State Government reservation policies.
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% reservation in direct recruitment vacancies for eligible candidates holding a valid EWS Income & Asset Certificate issued by an authorized Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer.
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years age relaxation for UR/EWS, 13 Years for OBC, and 15 Years for SC/ST categories, including scribe facility provisions as per RPwD Act 2016.
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Deduction of actual military service rendered from the candidate's age plus an additional 3 years relaxation, subject to fulfilling minimum service norms.

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