The Income Tax Department, Delhi Region (Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Delhi) has invited online applications from meritorious sportspersons for 119 posts under the Sports Quota vide Advt Ref F.No. P-342/Pr.CCIT/Sports Quota Recruitment/2026-27/10703. The vacancies include 44 Tax Assistant, 9 Stenographer Grade II and 66 Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts. The online application window opened on 17 October 2026 and closes on 10 November 2026. The minimum qualification is 10th pass for MTS, while Tax Assistant and Stenographer posts require higher qualifications along with proven sports achievements. Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, pay scale and all other information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 1 October 2026 |
| Online application start | 17 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 10 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Sports achievements consideration window | 1 January 2020 to 15 October 2026 (as reported) |
| Written test / verification date | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All categories | Rs. 200 (check the official notification for the final fee position) |
Payment mode: online, as per the official notification. Multiple job portals report a Rs. 200 fee for all categories, while one source reports the fee as exempted — candidates should confirm the final fee in the official notification before paying.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100) | 44 | Graduate in any discipline + sports eligibility |
| Stenographer Grade II | Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100) | 9 | Graduate/12th pass with stenography skill + sports eligibility (confirm in notification) |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level 1 (Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900) | 66 | 10th pass + sports eligibility |
| Total | — | 119 | — |
All 119 vacancies are reserved for meritorious sportspersons under the sports quota of the Income Tax Department, Delhi Region. The category-wise distribution will be as per the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Tax Assistant: Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university, along with sports eligibility as a meritorious sportsperson. Stenographer Grade II: candidates must have the prescribed educational qualification with stenography skill plus sports eligibility — sources differ on whether the requirement is Graduation or 12th pass, so candidates must confirm the exact qualification for this post from the official notification. MTS: 10th pass (Matriculation) from a recognized board, along with sports eligibility as a meritorious sportsperson. For all posts, only sports achievements during 1 January 2020 to 15 October 2026 are considered, as reported. Candidates must produce the prescribed sports certificates at the time of verification.
Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit (as per official notification) |
|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | 18 – 27 years |
| Stenographer Grade II | 18 – 27 years |
| MTS | 18 – 25 years |
The cutoff date for age calculation was not consistently reported across sources (1 August 2026 and 31 August 2026 were both reported) — candidates should use the cutoff date given in the official notification. Relaxation for reserved categories as per Government rules.
Salary / Pay Scale
Tax Assistant and Stenographer Grade II are placed in Pay Level 4 with a pay scale of Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100. The Multi-Tasking Staff post is in Pay Level 1 with a pay scale of Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900. Selected candidates will also receive dearness allowance, house rent allowance, transport allowance and other admissible allowances as per Central Government rules.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting on the basis of sports achievements
- Verification of sports certificates and eligibility
- Written test, if the number of applicants exceeds 30 (as reported)
The selection under the sports quota is reported to be based primarily on the candidate’s sports achievements and certificate verification, with a written test held only if applications exceed 30 per the reported scheme; the official notification is the final authority on the selection stages.
Exam Pattern
The exact exam scheme (subjects, number of questions, marks, duration and negative marking) is to be notified in the detailed notification. Candidates should rely only on the official notification on the Income Tax Delhi website for the final written test pattern, if a test is held.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature (format and size as per the official notification)
- 10th / 12th / Graduation mark sheets and certificates (as applicable to the post)
- Sports achievement certificates for the period 1 January 2020 to 15 October 2026
- Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates (if applicable)
- Photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, voter ID or driving licence)
The sports certificates are the key document in this recruitment — ensure they fall within the reported achievements window and match the prescribed formats in the official notification.
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before filling the form.
- Visit the official website of the Income Tax Department, Delhi Region — incometaxdelhi.gov.in.
- Open the “Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27” application link.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form with personal, educational and sports details.
- Upload the photograph, signature, educational certificates and sports certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable to your category.
- Submit the form before 10 November 2026 (11:59 PM) and save the confirmation for future reference.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q. How many posts are there in Income Tax Delhi Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
A. There are 119 posts: 44 Tax Assistant, 9 Stenographer Grade II and 66 MTS.
Q. What is the last date to apply for Income Tax Delhi Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
A. Online applications close on 10 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q. Who can apply under the sports quota?
A. Meritorious sportspersons with sports achievements during 1 January 2020 to 15 October 2026 (as reported), meeting the post-wise educational qualification.
Q. What is the qualification for MTS under the sports quota?
A. 10th pass (Matriculation) from a recognized board, along with sports eligibility.
Q. What is the application fee for Income Tax Delhi Sports Quota Recruitment?
A. Rs. 200 is reported for all categories, but one source reports the fee as exempted — check the official notification for the final fee position.
Q. What is the age limit for Income Tax Delhi Sports Quota posts?
A. 18–27 years for Tax Assistant and Stenographer Grade II, and 18–25 years for MTS. Confirm the cutoff date in the official notification.
Q. What is the pay scale for these posts?
A. Tax Assistant and Stenographer Grade II: Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100); MTS: Level 1 (Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900).
Sources: Income Tax Department Delhi Region Advt Ref F.No. P-342/Pr.CCIT/Sports Quota Recruitment/2026-27/10703; incometaxdelhi.gov.in.
We wish all candidates the best for their application.