The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has announced the ITBP Constable Driver Recruitment 2024. Eligible candidates can apply for the ITBP Driver Vacancy starting October 8, 2024. The deadline for submitting online applications is November 6, 2024.
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About Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) is a central armed police force tasked with guarding India’s border with the Tibet Autonomous Region. Established in 1962 in response to the Sino-Indian War, ITBP is one of the seven Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) responsible for border security and law enforcement in difficult terrains and high-altitude regions.
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) Recruitment 2024
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has announced recruitment for 545 Constable (Driver) positions under Group C, which are Non-Gazetted and Non-Ministerial roles. The official notification is available on the ITBP website. Eligible and interested candidates can review the notice for essential details such as age limits, educational qualifications, salary structure, and other important information to assist with their ITBP Driver Recruitment 2024 application process.
Recruitment 2024 Overview
| Organization Name | Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) |
| Post Name | Constable (Driver) |
| Vacancies | 545 |
| Education Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Application Start Date | 8th October 2024 |
| Application End Date | 6th November 2024 |
| Nationality | Indian, Nepal, Bhutan |
| Mode of Application | Online |
Recruitment 2024 Vacancies
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total Vacancies |
| Constable (Driver) | 209 | 77 | 40 | 164 | 55 | 545 |
Notes:
- Vacancies are tentative and may increase or decrease. Updates will be available on ITBP Recruitment Website.
- 10% of vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen. Unfilled Ex-Servicemen vacancies will be filled by non-Ex-Servicemen candidates of the respective categories.
- ITBP reserves the right to make changes or cancel/postpone the recruitment process at any stage.
- OBC (NCL) candidates must have a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate based on income from the financial years 2021-22 to 2023-24 before the application deadline (November 6, 2024).
Recruitment 2024 Eligibility Criteria
- Age: 21 to 27 years (Born between 07.11.1997 and 06.11.2003).
- Educational Qualification:
- Matriculation (10th pass) from a recognized board.
- Must possess a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License.
- Physical Standards:
| Category | Minimum Height (cms) | Chest (cms) |
| All Other States and Union Territories | 170 | 80 (Expanded: 85) |
| Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir (J&K), Ladakh | 165 | 78 (Expanded: 83) |
| North-Eastern States (Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura) | 162.5 | 77 (Expanded: 82) |
| Scheduled Tribes from North-Eastern States & Left Wing Extremism Affected Districts | 160 | 76 (Expanded: 81) |
| Scheduled Tribes (Other Regions) | 162.5 | 76 (Expanded: 81) |
Weight: Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards.
Note: Candidates seeking relaxation in height or chest measurements must submit a certificate as per the specified format when requested by the recruitment board.
Medical Standards:
- Eye Sight: 6/6 and 6/9 for both eyes without glasses.
- Colour Vision: Must not be color blind. Tattoos must follow ITBP guidelines:
- Content: Religious symbols or figures permitted.
- Location: Only on the inner left forearm or hands.
- Size: Less than 1/4th of the elbow or hand.
- Other Conditions:
- Candidates must not have knock knees, flat foot, varicose veins, or squint in the eyes.
- Good physical and mental health is required for duty efficiency.
Recruitment 2024 Selection Process
Phase 1: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- 1.6 Kms Race: Must be completed within 7.30 minutes.
- 11 Feet Long Jump: Candidates are provided 3 attempts.
- 3½ Feet High Jump: Candidates are provided 3 attempts.
- Scoring: No marks awarded; PET is qualifying only.
- Elimination: Candidates failing to qualify in any event will be eliminated and issued a rejection slip.
- Appeal: No provision for appeal if a candidate fails any event.
- Ex-Servicemen: Exempt from PET but must qualify PST, Written Examination, Documentation, Practical Test, and Medical Examination.
Phase 1: Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Screening for Candidates: Candidates qualifying in PET will undergo height, weight, and chest measurements.
- Elimination Criteria: Those not meeting the required physical measurements will be eliminated at this stage.
- Rejection Slip: Issued to candidates who do not meet height and chest requirements at the time of PST.
Phase 2: Written Test (OMR Based) (100 Marks)
- Eligibility: Candidates qualifying in the PST will take the written examination.
- Admit Card: Available online, including date and venue details. Candidates must download it from the ITBPF recruitment website.
- Examination Format: Objective-type multiple-choice questions (OMR or Computer-Based Test at ITBPF’s discretion).
Question Paper Pattern:
| Subject | No. of Questions |
| General Knowledge (Bilingual) | 10 |
| General Hindi or General English | 10 |
| Mathematics (Bilingual) | 10 |
| Trade (Motor Transport) Related Theory | 60 |
| Total | 100 |
- Standard of Questions: Questions will be of 10th Standard level.
- Cut-off Percentage: Minimum qualifying cut-off percentage will be announced.
Phase 3: Verification of Original Documents
- Eligibility for Document Verification: Candidates who qualify the written exam (ten times the category-wise vacancies) will be called for original document verification based on written exam marks.
- Document Check: Original documents will be checked before the Practical (Skill) Test. Candidates should ensure eligibility to avoid future discrepancies.
- Document Return: Original documents will be returned immediately after verification; self-attested copies will be retained with the application.
- Required Documents: Candidates must bring original copies of relevant documents for verification (specific documents will be listed based on requirements).
Recruitment 2024 Salary
- a) Pay
- Level-3 in the Pay Matrix (7th CPC).
- b) Allowances
Includes:
- Dearness Allowance
- Ration Money Allowance
- Special Compensatory Allowance (for border areas)
- Free Accommodation or House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Leave Travel Concession
- Free Medical Facilities
Recruitment 2024 Application Fee
- Fee Amount: Rs. 100 for candidates applying for the Driver Constable position.
- Exemptions:
- Female candidates
- Male candidates from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST)
Recruitment 2024 Application Process
- Apply online through the official ITBP recruitment website.
- Register by providing personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 (exempt for female candidates and SC/ST candidates).
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, including educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), and Heavy Vehicle Driving License.
- Review all details and submit the application form.
- Download the admit card from the ITBP recruitment website after submitting the application for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST).
- Retain a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Official Notification: Click Here