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Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 – TA & MTS 82 Vacancy
The Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, West Bengal & Sikkim Region has released a notification inviting applications from meritorious sportspersons for recruitment to the posts of Tax Assistant (TA) and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS). This recruitment is being conducted under the Sports Quota as per DoPT guidelines and covers 17 different games and sports disciplines. A total of 82 vacancies are available, out of which 25 posts are for Tax Assistant and 57 posts are for Multi-Tasking Staff. Eligible candidates who have represented India, their State, University or School in recognized sports competitions between 1 January 2022 and 30 June 2026 can apply offline through the prescribed application format on or before 30 September 2026. Interested candidates are advised to read the detailed eligibility conditions before applying.
Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 | Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, West Bengal & Sikkim |
| Post Names | Tax Assistant (TA), Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) |
| Total Vacancies | 82 |
| Recruitment Type | Sports Quota (Meritorious Sportspersons) |
| Notice Number | F. No. PCCIT/WB&S/Pers./58/Sports Rec/2025-26 (Pt-II)/10237 |
| Notice Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Offline (Postal) + Google Form |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
| Job Location | West Bengal & Sikkim |
| Official Website | incometaxindia.gov.in/kolkata |
Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 | Important Date
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 27 August 2026 |
| Start of Application | As per notice release date |
| Last Date for Submission of Application | 30 September 2026 |
| Sports Achievement Reckoning Period | 01 January 2022 to 30 June 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Educational Qualification Reckoning Date | 01 July 2026 |
Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 | Application Fee
No application fee details have been mentioned in the official notice. Candidates are advised to check the official PDF notification or contact the concerned office for confirmation before applying.
Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 | Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026)
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Tax Assistant (TA) | 18 Years | 27 Years |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 18 Years | 25 Years |
Age Relaxation
- UR/OBC Candidates: 5 years relaxation
- SC/ST Candidates: 10 years relaxation
Note: Age relaxation is applicable only to candidates who fulfil all other eligibility conditions related to education and sports qualification, along with the prescribed certificate.
Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 | Vacancy Details (Post-Wise)
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Tax Assistant (TA) | Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) | 25 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) | 57 |
| Total | — | 82 |
Game/Sport-wise Vacancy Breakup
| Sl. No. | Game/Sport | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cricket | 06 |
| 2 | Football | 09 |
| 3 | Athletics | 18 |
| 4 | Basketball | 05 |
| 5 | Swimming | 05 |
| 6 | Volleyball | 05 |
| 7 | Table Tennis | 04 |
| 8 | Kabaddi | 06 |
| 9 | Bridge | 02 |
| 10 | Chess | 02 |
| 11 | Carrom | 04 |
| 12 | Body Building | 04 |
| 13 | Badminton | 04 |
| 14 | Archery | 02 |
| 15 | Karate | 02 |
| 16 | Lawn Tennis | 02 |
| 17 | Para Athletics | 02 |
| Total | — | 82 |
Note: A candidate can apply for either TA or MTS, or for both in a single application, mentioning order of preference. If no preference is mentioned, the candidate will first be considered for TA and then for MTS, subject to eligibility.
Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 | Education Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Tax Assistant (TA) | Degree from a recognized University or equivalent qualification |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Matriculation (Class 10) pass or equivalent qualification from a recognized Board |
Note: Candidates must possess the required educational qualification on or before 01 July 2026. Qualifications obtained after this date will not be considered.
Sports Eligibility Criteria
A candidate is eligible to apply under this recruitment if they fall under any of the following categories:
- Category A: Represented a State or the Country in National/International competitions, or won a medal in Junior National Championships, Khelo India Youth Games, Khelo India Winter Games, Khelo India Para Games, Khelo India University Games, or School Games Federation of India (SGFI) events.
- Category B: Represented their University in Inter-University Tournaments conducted by the Inter-University Sports Board.
- Category C: Represented their State School Team in National School Games conducted by the All India School Games Federation.
For Chess, eligibility also includes Grand Master (GM) title, International Master (IM) title, Chess Olympiad participation, and medal-winning performance in the National Team Chess Championship.
Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 | Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be carried out through the following stages, in order of preference:
- Candidates who represented India in International Competitions (with clearance from the Department of Sports) get the first preference.
- Candidates who represented a State/UT in Senior or Junior National Championships and won medals/positions up to 3rd place.
- Candidates who represented a University in Inter-University Competitions or Khelo India University Games with medals/positions up to 3rd place.
- Candidates who represented a State/UT in Khelo India Youth/Winter/Para Games with medals/positions up to 3rd place.
- Candidates who represented State Schools in National School Games with medals/positions up to 3rd place.
- Candidates who participated at the above levels but could not win a medal or position.
Further Stages
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must appear before the Selection Committee with original documents.
- Ground/Field Proficiency Test: To evaluate the candidate’s proficiency in their respective sport/game.
- Data Entry Skill Test (For TA post only): Candidates shortlisted for Tax Assistant must qualify a Data Entry Skill Test at 8000 key depressions per hour.
- Final Merit List: Prepared based on best sports performance (01.01.2022 to 30.06.2026) combined with marks obtained in the Ground/Field Proficiency Test.
Note: Candidates must be clear of all Doping Tests conducted by WADA/NADA and must not have been disqualified or banned by any sports federation.
Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 | Salary Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Tax Assistant (TA) | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level-1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 | Exam Pattern
This recruitment does not involve a written examination. Selection is entirely based on:
- Sports achievements and performance records (01.01.2022 – 30.06.2026)
- Document Verification
- Ground/Field Proficiency Test
- Data Entry Skill Test @ 8000 key depressions per hour (applicable only for Tax Assistant post)
Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 | Documents Required
Candidates must submit self-attested photocopies (attested by a Gazetted Officer) of the following documents along with the application:
- Recent colored passport-size photograph
- Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter Card/PAN Card/Driving License/Passport)
- Address Proof
- Birth Certificate
- Mark sheet & Certificate of Class 10
- Mark sheet & Certificate of Class 12 (if applicable)
- Mark sheet & Certificate of Graduation (mandatory for TA post)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Certificates of Sports Achievements (in the prescribed Form 1 to Form 5, as applicable)
- Self-Declaration (Annexure-B)
- Age Relaxation Certificate (Annexure-C, if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) — for candidates already employed
Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 | How to Apply
- Download the official notification and Application Form (Annexure-A) from the official Income Tax Department website.
- Fill the application form in Black or Blue ink, in Capital Letters only.
- Attach a recent colored passport-size photograph and self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Write the following on the envelope: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST(S) OF ___ FOR RECRUITMENT OF MERITORIOUS SPORTS PERSONS IN INCOME TAX DEPARTMENT, WEST BENGAL & SIKKIM”.
- Send the completed application by Ordinary Post/Speed Post/Registered Post/Courier to: Office of the Joint Commissioner of Income Tax, Headquarters (Personnel & Establishment), Kolkata, 1st Floor, Room No-14, Aayakar Bhawan, P-7 Chowringhee Square, Kolkata – 700069
- Additionally, fill in the online Google Form with essential details (link/QR provided in the official notice).
- Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 30 September 2026. Physical presence for submission is not compulsory.
Income Tax Sports Quota Bharti 2026 | New Post
A total of 82 vacancies are available — 25 for Tax Assistant (TA) and 57 for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS).
The last date to submit the application is 30 September 2026.
The age limit as on 01 July 2026 is 18 to 27 years for Tax Assistant and 18 to 25 years for MTS, with relaxation of 5 years for UR/OBC and 10 years for SC/ST candidates.
No, there is no written exam. Selection is based on sports achievements, document verification, and a Ground/Field Proficiency Test (plus a Data Entry Skill Test for TA post).
A Degree is required for Tax Assistant, while Matriculation (Class 10 pass) is required for Multi-Tasking Staff.
