Job Description
Overview
The Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, West Bengal & Sikkim, has announced a specialized recruitment drive for meritorious sportspersons. This initiative aims to strengthen the department's sports culture by inducting talented athletes into the Tax Assistant and Multi-Tasking Staff cadres. The recruitment is conducted under the guidelines of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) to promote sports excellence within the government sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform administrative and clerical duties as assigned by the department.
- Represent the Income Tax Department in various inter-departmental and national sports events.
- Maintain official records and files with high accuracy and confidentiality.
- Assist senior officers in day-to-day operational tasks and office management.
- Participate in departmental sports training and conditioning programs regularly.
- Ensure compliance with all departmental rules and professional conduct standards.
Why Apply
Joining the Income Tax Department provides a unique platform for athletes to balance their professional career with their sporting passion. Employees benefit from a structured pay scale, job security, and the opportunity to represent a prestigious government organization at national-level sports competitions.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 27 August 2026
- Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 82
- Pay Scale: Level-1 (MTS) and Level-4 (TA)
- Location: West Bengal & Sikkim
- Category: Sports Quota
Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Overview
Registration Date
27 Aug 2026 –
30 Sep 2026
Salary
Level-1 to Level-4
Vacancies
82
Eligibility
10th Pass, Degree
Application Link
Vacancy Details
- Tax Assistant: 25 Posts
- Multi-Tasking Staff: 57 Posts
How to Apply
- Download the official application form (Annexure-A) from the Income Tax India website.
- Fill the form in black or blue ink using capital letters.
- Attach a recent passport-size photograph attested by a Gazetted Officer.
- Attach attested photocopies of all required educational, age, and sports achievement documents.
- Clearly write the post name and recruitment details on the envelope.
- Send the application via post to the Office of the Joint Commissioner of Income Tax, Kolkata, by 30 September 2026.
- Submit the supplementary Google Form online as an additional requirement.
- Retain a photocopy of the submitted application for future reference.
Application Fee
Not specified in the official notification.
Age Limit
18-27 years for TA, 18-25 years for MTS as of 01.07.2026
Selection Process
The selection process begins with a thorough scrutiny of applications to verify eligibility and sporting achievements. Shortlisted candidates are invited for Document Verification, where original certificates and forms are checked. Following this, candidates must undergo a Ground/Field Proficiency Test to demonstrate their athletic skills. Tax Assistant candidates are also required to pass a Data Entry Skill Test at a speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour. Final selection is based on a merit list derived from sports performance and proficiency test scores.
Exam Pattern
The selection is based on merit in sports and a field proficiency test. Tax Assistant candidates must qualify for a Data Entry Skill Test (8,000 key depressions per hour).
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Organization
The Income Tax Department is a government agency under the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), which operates under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, Government of India. Established to administer direct tax laws, the department is responsible for the collection of income tax, corporate tax, and other direct taxes. It plays a pivotal role in the nation's fiscal policy, ensuring compliance, preventing tax evasion, and facilitating taxpayer services across the country from its headquarters in New Delhi.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are a total of 82 vacancies available. This includes 25 posts for Tax Assistant and 57 posts for Multi-Tasking Staff. These positions are distributed across 17 recognized sports disciplines. Please refer to the official notification for the detailed sport-wise breakdown.
For the Tax Assistant post, a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university is mandatory. For the Multi-Tasking Staff post, candidates must have passed the Matriculation (Class 10) examination or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board. Ensure you possess these qualifications as of 01 July 2026.
The age limit for Tax Assistant is 18 to 27 years, and for Multi-Tasking Staff, it is 18 to 25 years, calculated as of 01 July 2026. Age relaxation of 5 years for UR/OBC and 10 years for SC/ST candidates is applicable as per government norms.
The last date to submit your physical application to the Office of the Joint Commissioner of Income Tax, Kolkata, is 30 September 2026. It is advised to send your application via speed or registered post well in advance to ensure it reaches before the deadline.
The official notification does not specify any application fee for this recruitment process. Please check the official notification PDF thoroughly for any updates or specific instructions regarding payment if applicable.
The selection process involves scrutiny of applications, followed by document verification. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a Ground/Field Proficiency Test. Tax Assistant candidates must also pass a Data Entry Skill Test. Final selection is based on merit in sports and proficiency test performance.
The Tax Assistant post is in Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – 81,100), and the Multi-Tasking Staff post is in Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 – 56,900) as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. These figures represent the basic pay scale for the respective positions.
You must send a physical application in the prescribed format (Annexure-A) to the Kolkata office by post. Additionally, you are required to submit a supplementary Google Form online. Both steps are necessary for your application to be considered for the screening process.
