ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – 282 CAPF Vacancies (Apply Online 10 Aug–8 Sep)

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has released the Medical Officer Selection Board (MOSB) 2025 notification. This is a golden opportunity for MBBS graduates and specialist doctors to join Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) — BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB — and Assam Rifles as Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers.

A total of 282 vacancies are up for grabs across three categories: Super Specialist Medical Officers, Specialist Medical Officers, and Medical Officers. Here’s everything you need to know — vacancies, eligibility, age limit, pay scale, selection process, and the application timeline.

Key Highlights at a Glance

CAPF Medical Officer Vacancies 2025

*10% of Medical Officer vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen.

Force-wise Vacancies for Specialist Medical Officer (Deputy Commandant)

BSF: 46 | CRPF: 86 | SSB: 17 | ITBP: 08 | Assam Rifles: 05

Force-wise Vacancies for Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant)

BSF: 47 | CRPF: 05 | SSB: 18 | ITBP: 37 | Assam Rifles: 08

Note: Vacancies are provisional and subject to increase or decrease.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Super Specialist Medical Officer (Second-in-Command)

• MBBS or equivalent, enrolled with a State Medical Register
• Completed rotating internship
• Postgraduate degree/diploma in the relevant specialty
• DM/M.Ch. or equivalent, with 3 years’ experience in the super-specialty
• Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council

2. Specialist Medical Officer (Deputy Commandant)

• Recognized medical qualification (Allopathic system)
• Completed rotating internship
• PG Degree/Diploma in the relevant specialty, plus 1.5 years’ experience after PG Degree (or 2.5 years after PG Diploma)

3. Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant)

• Recognized medical qualification (Allopathic system)
• Permanent registration with MCI/NMC/State Medical Council
• Completed (or currently undergoing) compulsory rotating internship

Age Limit (as on closing date of application)

Age relaxation: SC/ST — 5 years, OBC (NCL) — 3 years, Government servants — 5 years, Ex-Army SSCOs — 5 years, and further relaxations for SC/ST/OBC government servants (up to 10 and 8 years respectively).

Selection Process for CAPF Medical Officer 2025

The selection follows this sequence:

1. Documentation — Verification of original certificates and testimonials
2. Interview — 200 marks; qualifying marks 40% (80/200)
3. Physical Standard Test (PST) — Height, chest (male only), weight
4. Medical Examination Test (MET) — Conducted by a Board of Medical Officers; candidates declared “Fit” or “Unfit,” with a Review Medical Examination (RME) option for those found unfit

Physical Standards

Height relaxation of 2–3 cm applies for Gorkhas, Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas, candidates from Sikkim, the North-East, Himachal Pradesh, J&K, and Ladakh, and for Scheduled Tribes.

Pay Scale & Rank Structure

Officers also receive Non-Practicing Allowance, Dearness Allowance, Transport Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and other admissible benefits. A Dynamic Assured Career Progression (DACP) Scheme ensures time-bound financial upgradation independent of vacancy availability.

Application Fee

Payment is accepted online only, through the ITBP recruitment portal.

How to Apply for CAPF MOSB 2025

1. Visit www.recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in
2. Register and complete your profile as per the eligibility criteria
3. Upload a clear photo, signature, MBBS/equivalent certificate, specialization certificate, and MCI/NMC/State Medical Council registration
4. Select your preference of CAPF/Assam Rifles (for Specialist Medical Officer and Medical Officer posts)
5. Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit before 08.09.2026

Important: Only online applications will be accepted. Offline submissions will be summarily rejected.

Important Dates

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many total vacancies are there in CAPF MOSB 2025? A total of 282 vacancies across Super Specialist Medical Officer, Specialist Medical Officer, and Medical Officer posts.

Q2. What is the age limit for Medical Officer (Assistant Commandant)? Maximum 30 years as on the closing date, with applicable relaxations for reserved categories.

Q3. Is there an application fee for female candidates? No, female candidates are fully exempted from the application fee.

Q4. What is the minimum service bond period? Selected candidates must serve a minimum of 10 years, or refund a proportionate amount if they resign earlier.

Q5. Can Super Specialist Medical Officers join any CAPF? No — this post is available in ITBP only.

Final Thoughts

The CAPF Medical Officer Recruitment 2025 is one of the largest medical recruitment drives in the Central Armed Police Forces this year, offering Group ‘A’ Gazetted status, strong pay scales, and career progression through the DACP scheme. Eligible doctors should apply well before the 8 September 2026 deadline and keep all required certificates ready for the documentation stage.

For the latest updates, always refer to the official ITBP recruitment website: www.recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in