Income Tax Department Gujarat Recruitment 2026: The Income Tax Department, Gujarat Region, under the Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax(Pr. CCIT),Gujarat, has released an official notification for the recruitment of Meritorious Sportspersons for the recruitment year 2025–26.Applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens for appointment to Tax Assistant and Multi-Tasking Staff(MTS) posts under the Sports Quota.
Income Tax Department Gujarat Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
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Online Application Start Date: 31 January 2026
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Last Date to Apply Online: 21 February 2026
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Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility: 01 January 2026
Income Tax Department Gujarat Recruitment 2026 Post Details & Vacancies
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
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| Tax Assistant | 18 | Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 28 | Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) |
| Total | 46 | — |
The posts are temporary but likely to be permanent, with a probation period of two years
Income Tax Department Gujarat Recruitment 2026 Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
Tax Assistant
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18 to 27 years
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Born between 02.01.1999 and 01.01.2008
Multi-Tasking Staff
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18 to 25 years
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Born between 02.01.2001 and 01.01.2008
Age Relaxation
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General / OBC: Up to 5 years
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SC / ST: Up to 10 years
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Departmental Candidates:
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Up to 40 years (45 years for SC/ST) with 3 years of continuous service
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Income Tax Department, Gujarat Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
Tax Assistant
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Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university
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Data Entry Speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
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Matriculation (10th pass) or equivalent from a recognized board
Income Tax Department Gujarat Recruitment 2026 Sports Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be meritorious sportspersons fulfilling at least one of the following:
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Represented India or State in International / National competitions
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Medal winners in Junior National Championships
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Medal winners in Khelo India Youth, University, Winter, or Para Games
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Represented a University in Inter-University tournaments
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Represented State School Teams in National School Games
Only certificates issued by recognized authorities in prescribed formats (Form-1 to Form-5) will be accepted
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Income Tax Department Gujarat Recruitment 2026 Order of Preference (Sports Merit)
Selection preference follows DoPT guidelines, broadly in this order:
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International representation
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National Championship medalists
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Inter-University medalists
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Khelo India Games medalists
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National School Games medalists
In case of tie, higher achievement or senior-level performance will be preferred.
Income Tax Department Gujarat Recruitment 2026 List of Preferred Sports & Vacancies
| Sport | Vacancies |
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| Athletics | 8 |
| Gymnastics | 6 |
| Cricket | 4 |
| Badminton | 3 |
| Tennis | 3 |
| Volleyball | 3 |
| Basketball | 2 |
| Football | 2 |
| Hockey | 2 |
| Shooting | 2 |
| Swimming | 2 |
| Yogasana | 2 |
| Golf | 2 |
| Table Tennis | 2 |
| Billiards & Snookers | 1 |
| Kabaddi | 1 |
| Squash | 1 |
| Total | 46 |
If suitable candidates are not available in any sport, vacancies may be redistributed as per rules
Income Tax Department Gujarat Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
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Scrutiny of applications
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Shortlisting based on sports merit & eligibility
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Written Examination
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Document verification & medical fitness
Qualifying the written exam does not automatically guarantee appointment.
Income Tax Department Gujarat Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
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₹200/- (Online payment only)
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Fee is non-refundable
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Applications without fee payment will be rejected
How to Apply for Income Tax Department Gujarat Recruitment 2026
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Visit the official website:
https://www.incometaxgujarat.gov.in -
Fill the online application form between 31.01.2026 and 21.02.2026
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Upload self-attested copies of:
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Age proof
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Educational certificates
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Sports certificates (prescribed format only)
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Caste/EWS certificates (if applicable)
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Aadhaar Card
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Pay the application fee online
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Submit only one application (multiple applications lead to rejection)
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Income Tax Department Gujarat Recruitment 2026 Service Conditions & Important Instructions
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Selected candidates must represent the Income Tax Department, Gujarat in sports events for at least 10 years
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No deputation or inter-charge transfer for 10 years
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Medical fitness, police verification & anti-doping clearance are mandatory
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Any false information will lead to cancellation of candidature
The Income Tax Department Gujarat Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for meritorious sportspersons to secure a Central Government job with excellent pay, stability, and the chance to continue their sporting career.
Eligible candidates should carefully review eligibility conditions, ensure valid sports certificates, and apply online before 21 February 2026.
