The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has announced the CAPF Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 for 282 Medical Officer vacancies. The recruitment is being conducted through the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Medical Officer Selection Board (MOSB) for BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB and Assam Rifles.
Eligible medical professionals can apply online for the posts of Super Specialist Medical Officer, Specialist Medical Officer and Medical Officer. The online application process will begin on 10th August 2026, and the last date to submit the application form is 8th September 2026.
Candidates interested in this recruitment should carefully check the post-wise eligibility criteria, age limit, salary, application fee and other details before applying.
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ITBP CAPF Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) |
| Recruitment Board | CAPF Medical Officer Selection Board (MOSB) |
| Name of Recruitment | CAPF Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Medical Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 282 Posts |
| Qualification | M.B.B.S. + Post Graduate/Additional Qualifications as applicable |
| Age Limit | 30/40/50 Years, depending on post |
| Application Fee | ₹400/- for eligible male candidates |
| Starting Date | 10th August 2026 |
| Last Date | 8th September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
ITBP CAPF Medical Officer Vacancy Details
The 282 vacancies are distributed among three categories of Medical Officer posts.
1. Super Specialist Medical Officer (Second-in-Command)
Total Posts: 05
Age Limit: Candidates must not be more than 50 years of age as on the closing date of submission of applications.
Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess:
- An M.B.B.S. degree or equivalent medical qualification from a recognized university/institution included in the First Schedule of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956.
- Registration in a State Medical Register maintained under the relevant Act.
- Completion of compulsory rotating internship.
- A Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in the relevant specialty listed under Section 'A' or Section 'B' of Schedule I of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, or an equivalent qualification.
- DM/M.Ch. or equivalent qualification in the concerned super-specialty.
- At least 3 years of experience in the relevant super-specialty after obtaining the first postgraduate degree. Senior Residency experience will also be counted.
- Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council before appointment.
2. Specialist Medical Officer (Deputy Commandant)
Total Posts: 162
Age Limit: Maximum 40 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Educational Qualification: Applicants should have:
- A recognized medical qualification in the Allopathic system of medicine included in the First or Second Schedule or Part-II of the Third Schedule of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, excluding licentiate qualifications.
- Candidates holding qualifications under Part-II of the Third Schedule must satisfy the conditions specified under Section 13(3) of the Act.
- Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council before appointment.
- Completion of compulsory rotating internship.
- A Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in the concerned specialty mentioned in Section 'A' or Section 'B' of Schedule-I, or an equivalent qualification.
- 1.5 years of experience in the concerned specialty after obtaining a PG Degree, or 2.5 years of experience after obtaining a PG Diploma.
3. Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant)
Total Posts: 115
Age Limit: Maximum 30 years as on the closing date of submission of applications.
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have:
- A recognized medical qualification in the Allopathic system of medicine included in the First or Second Schedule or Part-II of the Third Schedule of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956.
- Candidates with Part-II Third Schedule qualifications must fulfil the conditions prescribed under Section 13(3) of the Act.
- Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council before appointment.
- Completion of compulsory rotating internship.
Candidates who are undergoing their compulsory rotating internship may also apply and appear for the interview. However, selected candidates must successfully complete the internship before appointment.
Age Relaxation
The prescribed upper age limit is relaxable for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
ITBP CAPF Medical Officer Physical Standards
Candidates are required to meet the prescribed physical standards for appointment in CAPFs.
| Particulars | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 157.5 cm | 142 cm |
| Chest | 77 cm unexpanded / 82 cm expanded | Not Applicable |
| Weight | Proportionate to height and age | Proportionate to height and age |
Weight should be in accordance with the prescribed height-weight standards of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, for direct recruitment to CAPFs.
ITBP CAPF Medical Officer Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the applicable Pay Matrix level.
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Super Specialist Medical Officer (Second-in-Command) | Level-12 | ₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200 |
| Specialist Medical Officer (Deputy Commandant) | Level-11 | ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 |
| Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant) | Level-10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
Additional allowances and benefits will be applicable as per Government rules.
ITBP CAPF Medical Officer Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Male candidates belonging to General/UR, OBC and EWS categories | ₹400 |
| SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen candidates | Nil |
| Female candidates of all categories | Nil |
How to Apply for ITBP CAPF Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official ITBP recruitment portal. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official ITBP recruitment website.
- Go to the Important Web-Links section below.
- Click on the Online Application Form link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Enter your personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Carefully verify all the information entered in the application form.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates ITBP CAPF Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 10th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 8th September 2026 |
Important Web Links ITBP CAPF Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
| Service | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
