📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
The Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (Gujarat), Ahmedabad has announced a recruitment drive for meritorious sportspersons under the Sports Quota for the year 2026. Eligible candidates who have represented their state, country, or university in recognized sports competitions are invited to apply for various posts in the Income Tax Department.
The recruitment process includes an online application window from January 31, 2026, to February 21, 2026. Candidates can apply for multiple posts within a single application. Selected candidates will be on a probation period of two years and will be liable for posting anywhere in the Gujarat region.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (Gujarat) |
| Post Name | Tax Assistant, Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) |
| Total Vacancies | 46 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 21/02/2026 |
| Official Website | https://incometaxgujarat.gov.in |
Vacancy Details (Sports Quota)
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary/Pay Level | Nature of Post |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | 18 | Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100) | Temporary (likely to be permanent) |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 28 | Pay Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900) | Temporary (likely to be permanent) |
| Preferred Games/Sports (Tentative Vacancies) | |||
| Athletics | 08 | - | - |
| Badminton | 03 | - | - |
| Basketball | 02 | - | - |
| Billiards & Snookers | 01 | - | - |
| Cricket | 04 | - | - |
| Football | 02 | - | - |
| Golf | 02 | - | - |
| Gymnastics | 06 | - | - |
| Hockey | 02 | - | - |
| Kabaddi | 01 | - | - |
| Shooting | 02 | - | - |
| Squash | 01 | - | - |
| Swimming | 02 | - | - |
| Table Tennis | 02 | - | - |
| Tennis | 03 | - | - |
| Volleyball | 03 | - | - |
| Yogasana | 02 | - | - |
Eligibility for Tax Assistant
- Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
- Technical Requirement: Must have a data entry speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour.
- Age Limit: 18 to 27 years (as of 01/01/2026). Age relaxation applicable as per government rules for meritorious sportspersons.
Eligibility for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
- Essential Qualification: Matriculation (10th) or equivalent pass from a recognized Board/Council.
- Age Limit: 18 to 25 years (as of 01/01/2026). Age relaxation applicable as per government rules for meritorious sportspersons.
Sports Eligibility Criteria
Recruitment is based on merit in sports performance. Candidates must have represented:
- State or Country in National/International competition;
- Junior National Championships (Medal winners);
- Khelo India Youth Games (Age > 18 years), Khelo India Winter Games, Khelo India Para Games, or Khelo India University Games (Medal winners);
- School Games Federation of India (SGFI) (Medal winners);
- University in Inter-University Tournaments;
- State School Teams in National Sports/Games.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, a candidate can apply for more than one post in a single application. Only one application should be submitted.
Q2: What is the probation period?
The probation period is 2 years for selected candidates.
Q3: Is there an application fee?
Yes, Rs. 200/- is payable via online mode. Fee is non-refundable.
Q4: What documents are required for sports merit?
Certificates issued by specific authorities (National Federation, University Dean, SAI, etc.) in Forms 1 to 5 as per DoPT guidelines are mandatory.