Job Description
Overview
The Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of CGST & Central Excise Zone Lucknow invites applications from talented sportspersons to fill seventeen vacancies under the sports quota. This recruitment drive offers positions for Tax Assistant and Havaldar roles, presenting a valuable career path for athletes who have represented their state or country in recognized sports disciplines. Selected personnel will be deployed within the Lucknow and Meerut zones across Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform data entry and administrative duties related to indirect taxes and central excise operations.
- Maintain departmental records, verify documentation, and support senior administrative personnel in daily tasks.
- Fulfill physical security and operational duties assigned to the Havaldar cadre within the zone.
- Represent the department in inter-departmental sports meets, tournaments, and athletic championships.
- Assist in organizing internal athletic events and promoting fitness culture within the organization.
- Handle correspondence and ensure timely processing of official files under supervision.
Why Apply
Securing a position through the sports quota ensures long-term job security along with structured career advancement under central government rules. Employees benefit from stable remuneration packages aligned with the seventh central pay commission alongside medical facilities and pension schemes. This role allows athletes to continue pursuing their sporting passions while building a respectable civil service career.
Important Dates
- Closing date for offline application submission: 23 November 2026 up to 17:00 hours.
- Extended deadline for candidates domiciled in remote regions: 3 December 2026.
- Cut-off date for determining age and sports eligibility: 23 November 2026.
Quick Facts
- Organization: CGST and Central Excise Zone Lucknow
- Total Openings: 17 Vacancies
- Designations: Tax Assistant and Havaldar
- Mode of Submission: Offline by post or hand delivery
CGST Lucknow Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Offline for 17 Tax Assistant, Havaldar Posts Overview
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | 03 | Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100) |
| Havaldar | 14 | Level 1 (Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900) |
How to Apply
- Review the detailed notification and instructions available on the official departmental web portals.
- Obtain the prescribed application form proforma from the notification annexures.
- Fill out all mandatory personal and professional details in block letters using black ink.
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph in the designated space on the form.
- Attach self-attested copies of academic certificates, age proof, and valid sports merit forms.
- Enclose relevant caste or category certificates if seeking age relaxation benefits.
- Place the application inside a sealed envelope superscribed with the correct recruitment title.
- Dispatch the completed application by registered post or deliver by hand to the designated address before the closing date.
Application Fee
Age Limit
Selection Process
Application Scrutiny
Submitted dossiers undergo rigorous verification by the competent authority to ensure compliance with educational and sports criteria. Shortlisted candidates are subsequently called for further recruitment tests at designated centers in Lucknow.
Practical Tests
Shortlisted aspirants for the Tax Assistant designation undergo a mandatory data entry speed assessment. Candidates applying for the Havaldar role must clear physical standard measurements and a designated walking test.
Medical Examination
Provisional qualifiers are subjected to a thorough medical fitness evaluation before final appointment confirmation. Verification of original sports certificates and identity proofs is conducted during the final stage.
