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Income Tax Department Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 | Apply for 82 Posts @ incometaxindia.gov.in

The Income Tax Department, West Bengal & Sikkim, has released the official notification for the recruitment of meritorious sportspersons for the posts of Tax Assistant (TA) and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) under the Sports Quota. The Income Tax Department Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for a total of 82 vacancies including 25 Tax Assistant and 57 MTS posts. Eligible candidates can apply offline by sending the application form in the prescribed format. The last date to submit the application is 30 September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for meritorious sportspersons who have represented India, States, Universities, or Schools in various sports disciplines to join the prestigious Income Tax Department.

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About Income Tax Department

The Income Tax Department is a government agency under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It is responsible for the administration of direct tax laws in India. The department is one of the most prestigious central government organizations, offering excellent career growth opportunities and a dynamic work environment. The Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, West Bengal & Sikkim, oversees the recruitment for this sports quota drive.

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Recruitment Highlights

Feature	Details
Organization	Income Tax Department, West Bengal & Sikkim
Advt. Name	F. No. PCCIT/WB&S/Pers./58/Sports Rec/2025-26 (Pt-II)/10237, Dated: 27 August 2026
Post Name	Tax Assistant (TA) & Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
Total Vacancies	82
Application Mode	Offline (By Post)
Job Location	West Bengal & Sikkim
Official Website	www.incometaxindia.gov.in

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Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	27 August 2026
Last Date to Apply	30 September 2026

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Vacancy Details

S.No	Post Name	Vacancies	Pay Level (7th CPC)
1	Tax Assistant (TA)	25	Level-4 (₹25,500 - 81,100)
2	Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)	57	Level-1 (₹18,000 - 56,900)
	Total	82

Note: Candidate can apply either for TA or for MTS or for both in a single application, indicating their order of preference.

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Game/Sport-wise Vacancy Details

S.No	Games/Sports	Consolidated Vacancy	Position/Event Wise Breakup
1	Cricket	06	Batter-02, Medium Pacer-02, All Rounder-01, WK Batter-01
2	Football	09	Goalkeeper-02, Side Back-02, Mid-fielder-02, Winger-01, Striker-02
3	Athletics	18	100m-02, 200m-02, 400m-01, 800m-01, 100m Hurdles-01, 110m Hurdles-01, 400m Hurdles-01, Long Jump-01, Javelin Throw-01 (Men: 10, Women: 08)
4	Basketball	05	Guard-02, Power Guard-02, Post-01
5	Swimming	05	Free Style-01, Back Stroke-01, Breast Stroke-01, Butterfly-01, Post-01
6	Volleyball	05	Setter-01, All Rounder-01, Counter Attacker-01, Middle Blocker-01, Libero-01
7	Table Tennis	04	Men-02, Women-02
8	Kabaddi	06	Raider-02, Left Cover-02, Left Corner-02
9	Bridge	02	Men-02
10	Chess	03	Men-02, Women-01
11	Carrom	04	Men-02, Women-02
12	Body Building	04	Below 70 Kg-02, Below 80 Kg-01, Above 80 Kg-01
13	Badminton	04	Men-02, Women-02
14	Archery	02	Men-01, Women-01
15	Karate	02	Men-01, Women-01
16	Lawn Tennis	02	Men-02
17	Para Athletics	02	Men-01, Women-01

Note: In case suitable candidates are not available in any of the Games/Sports, the Department reserves the right to allot vacancies to any other Games/Sports as deemed fit.

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Eligibility Criteria

Nationality:

• Candidate must be a citizen of India.

Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026):

• Tax Assistant (TA): 18 to 27 years
• Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): 18 to 25 years
• Age Relaxation: 05 years for UR/OBC, 10 years for SC/ST (as per DOPT OM No. DOPT-1720781414772 dated 04.03.2024)

Educational Qualification:

• Tax Assistant (TA): A Degree from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification.
• Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Matriculation (Class 10) pass or equivalent qualification from a recognized Board.

Note: Essential educational qualification shall be considered up to 01.07.2026.

Sports Eligibility:

• Sportspersons who have represented a State or the Country in National or International competition; or
• Medal winners in Junior National Championships; or
• Medal winners in Khelo India Youth Games (age category above 18 years); or
• Khelo India Winter Games or Khelo India Para Games; or
• Medal winners in Khelo India University Games; or
• Medal winners in School Games Federation of India (SGFI).
• Sports achievements considered between 01.01.2022 to 30.06.2026.

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Selection Process

• Stage 1: Scrutiny of applications for eligibility (nationality, age, educational qualification, sports achievements).
• Stage 2: Shortlisting based on best performances from 01.01.2022 to 30.06.2026.
• Stage 3: Document Verification (Original documents required).
• Stage 4: Ground / Field Proficiency Test.
• Stage 5: Data Entry Skill Test (for Tax Assistant only - @8000 key depressions per hour).
• Final Selection: Strictly in Order of Merit based on sports achievements and proficiency test.

Sports Selection Priority:

• First preference: International competition representatives with Sports Ministry clearance.
• Second preference: State representatives in Senior/Junior National Championships with medals (3rd place & above).
• Third preference: University representatives in Inter-University competitions with medals (3rd place & above).
• Fourth preference: State/UT representatives in Khelo India Youth/Winter/Para Games with medals (3rd place & above).
• Fifth preference: State School representatives in National School Games with medals (3rd place & above).
• Sixth preference: Participants without medals in the above categories.

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How to Apply for Income Tax Department Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

• Step 1: Visit the official Income Tax Department website www.incometaxindia.gov.in or Kolkata News Updates.
• Step 2: Download the official notification and application form (ANNEXURE-A).
• Step 3: Fill the application form in the prescribed format (Capital Letters only, with black or blue ink).
• Step 4: Affix a recent colored front-facing passport size photograph (without spectacles or headgear) duly attested by a Gazetted Officer.
• Step 5: Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents (attested by a Gazetted Officer).
• Step 6: Fill the Google Form using the link/QR code provided in the notification (additional requirement).
• Step 7: Send the application by Normal Post/Speed Post/Registered Post/Courier to the following address:

Postal Address:

• Joint Commissioner of Income Tax
• Headquarters (Personnel & Establishment), Kolkata
• 1st Floor, Room No-14, Aayakar Bhawan
• P-7 Chowringhee Square, Kolkata - 700069

• Step 8: Ensure the application reaches on or before 30 September 2026.

Note: The envelope should be superscribed with "APPLICATION FOR THE POST(S) OF FOR RECRUITMENT OF MERITORIOUS SPORTS PERSONS IN INCOME TAX DEPARTMENT, WEST BENGAL & SIKKIM"

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Documents Required

• Duly Filled Application Form (ANNEXURE-A)
• Recent Passport Size Photograph (attested by Gazetted Officer)
• Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter Card/PAN Card/Driving License/Passport)
• Address Proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter Card/Driving License/Passport)
• Birth Certificate
• Mark sheet & Certificate of Class 10
• Mark sheet & Certificate of Class 12 (if applicable)
• Mark sheets & Certificate of Graduation (if applicable)
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
• Sports Achievement Certificates (Forms as per ANNEXURE-D)
• Declaration (ANNEXURE-B)
• Certificate (ANNEXURE-C) (if applicable)

Note: Photocopies of documents (Sl. No. 2 to 11) must be duly attested by a Gazetted Officer.

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Important Links

Description	Link
Official Website (Income Tax)	Click Here
Kolkata News Updates	Click Here
Download Notification PDF	Click Here

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Important Instructions

• Applications must be submitted in the prescribed format (ANNEXURE-A).
• Incomplete applications, unsigned applications, without photograph, without attested photocopies, and without required annexures will be rejected.
• Only one application per candidate will be entertained. Multiple applications will lead to cancellation.
• Sports achievements between 01.01.2022 to 30.06.2026 only will be considered.
• Candidates must be clear in all Doping Tests (WADA/NADA). No disqualification or ban from any tournament.
• Candidates who are already employed should submit NOC from their employer.
• Canvassing in any form will render candidature liable to be rejected.
• No TA will be paid for Document Verification, Proficiency Test, or joining.
• Selected candidates will be liable to be posted anywhere under Pr.CCIT, West Bengal & Sikkim.
• Any discrepancy between Google Form and physical application, the physical application shall prevail.

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List of Games/Sports Recognized

• Cricket, Football, Athletics, Basketball, Swimming, Volleyball, Table Tennis, Kabaddi, Bridge, Chess, Carrom, Body Building, Badminton, Archery, Karate, Lawn Tennis, Para Athletics

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Contact Details

• Organization: Income Tax Department, West Bengal & Sikkim
• Address: Aayakar Bhawan, P-7 Chowringhee Square, Kolkata - 700069
• Official Website: www.incometaxindia.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the last date to apply for Income Tax Department Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?

• The last date to submit the application is 30 September 2026.

2. What is the total number of vacancies for this recruitment?

• A total of 82 vacancies have been announced (25 Tax Assistant and 57 MTS posts).

3. What is the application mode for this recruitment?

• The application mode is offline. Candidates need to send the application by post to the specified address.

4. What is the age limit for these posts?

• Tax Assistant: 18 to 27 years, MTS: 18 to 25 years as on 01.07.2026.

5. What sports achievements are considered for this recruitment?

• Sports achievements between 01.01.2022 to 30.06.2026 in recognized tournaments/events such as International, National, Inter-University, Khelo India Games, and School Games are considered.

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Disclaimer: This article has been prepared for informational purposes based on the official Income Tax Department Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. All information including vacancy numbers, eligibility criteria, and dates are as per the official advertisement. In case of any discrepancy, the official notification issued by the Income Tax Department shall prevail. Keep checking the official Income Tax Department website for updates on recruitment-related information.