The Income Tax Department, West Bengal & Sikkim Region has released the Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 notification for 82 vacancies of Tax Assistant and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS). The recruitment is open to eligible and meritorious sportspersons who fulfil the prescribed educational, age, and sports eligibility conditions. The notification was released on 26 August 2026, and candidates can submit their applications in the prescribed format by 30 September 2026.
The recruitment covers sports achievements recorded between 1 January 2022 and 30 June 2026. Interested candidates should carefully check the post-wise eligibility, acceptable sports achievements, documents required, selection process, and application procedure before sending their forms.
Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 provides an opportunity for eligible sportspersons to join the Income Tax Department through direct recruitment against sports quota vacancies. The recruitment is being conducted for posts including Tax Assistant, Stenographer Grade II, and MTS.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Department | Income Tax Department, Kolkata |
| Recruitment | Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 82 |
| Posts | Tax Assistant, Stenographer Grade II, MTS |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Selection Process | Sports Trial/Field Test and other applicable stages |
| Job Location | Kolkata |
| Official Website | incometaxindia.gov.in |
Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification
The Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 has been announced for 82 Tax Assistant and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts. Eligible sportspersons can apply through the offline mode by submitting the prescribed application form before the last date. Candidates can check the detailed notification for vacancies, eligibility, sports qualification, and application details below.
Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Vacancy 2026
A total of 82 vacancies have been announced for Tax Assistant and Multi-Tasking Staff posts. The post-wise vacancy distribution is given below.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Tax Assistant (TA) | 25 | Level 4 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 57 | Level 1 |
| Total | 82 | – |
Candidates can apply for Tax Assistant, MTS, or both posts through a single application, while mentioning their order of preference. If no preference is indicated, eligible candidates will first be considered for Tax Assistant and then MTS.
Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Important Dates 2026
Candidates should note the following important dates for the recruitment:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 26 August 2026 |
| Application Start | 26 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
| Sports Achievement Period | 1 January 2022 to 30 June 2026 |
Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Eligibility 2026
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed nationality, age, educational qualification, and sports eligibility requirements. The eligibility conditions are different for Tax Assistant and MTS posts.
Nationality
Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply for the recruitment. Candidates must also satisfy the other conditions specified in the notification.
Age Limit
The post-wise age limit is given below:
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | 18 to 27 years |
| MTS | 18 to 25 years |
The age will be considered as on 1 July 2026. As per the applicable provisions, age relaxation of 5 years for UR/OBC sportspersons and 10 years for SC/ST sportspersons is provided subject to fulfilment of the prescribed conditions and submission of the required certificate.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | Degree from a recognised university or equivalent |
| MTS | Matriculation/Class 10th or equivalent from a recognised Board |
Candidates must possess the required qualification by 1 July 2026.
Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Sports Eligibility 2026
Candidates must have achieved the required level of participation or position in recognised sports competitions during the prescribed period of 1 January 2022 to 30 June 2026. The major categories of eligible sports achievements are given below.
| Category | Sports Achievement Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Category A | Represented India in an International competition with the clearance of the concerned Sports Federation |
| Category B | Represented a State/Union Territory in Senior or Junior Level National Championships organised by the recognised National Sports Federation |
| Category C | Secured 1st, 2nd or 3rd position in National Championships/competitions recognised by the concerned National Sports Federation |
| Category D | Represented a University in an Inter-University Tournament conducted by the Inter-University Sports Board |
| Category E | Represented a State School team in the National Sports/Games for Schools conducted by the All India School Games Federation |
| Category F | Other eligible achievements recognised under the prescribed sports quota rules |
Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Apply Offline
Eligible candidates have to submit the application in the prescribed format (Annexure-A). The completed application should be sent to:
The Joint Commissioner of Income Tax, Headquarters (Personnel & Establishment), Kolkata, 1st Floor, Room No. 14, Aayakar Bhawan, P-7 Chowringhee Square, Kolkata-700069
Income Tax West Bengal Recruitment 2026 Application Form
Candidates can send the application through Ordinary Post, Speed Post, Registered Post, or Courier. Physical submission at the office is not compulsory.
Documents Required
Candidates should attach the documents prescribed in the notification. These include:
- Application Form (Annexure-A)
- Photo ID proof
- Address proof
- Birth certificate
- Class 10th marksheet and certificate
- Class 12th certificate, if applicable
- Graduation marksheets and certificate, if applicable
- Other educational certificates, wherever applicable
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Sports achievement certificates
Declaration (Annexure-B) - Age relaxation certificate, wherever applicable
- Required forms/certificates duly signed
Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Selection Process 2026
The selection process is based on candidates’ eligibility, sports achievements, and performance in the proficiency test.
- Application Scrutiny: Applications and eligibility are checked.
- Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted based on sports achievements and eligibility.
- Document Verification: Original documents are verified.
- Ground/Field Proficiency Test: Candidates’ skills in their respective sport are assessed.
- Data Entry Skill Test: Tax Assistant candidates must qualify at 8,000 key depressions per hour.
- Final Selection: Candidates are selected based on merit, sports performance, and proficiency test scores.
Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the applicable pay level under the 7th Pay Commission.
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| MTS | Level 1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
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