The Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Delhi, has invited online applications from eligible meritorious sportspersons for 119 vacancies under F.No. P-342/Pr.CCIT/Sports Quota Recruitment/2026-27/10703: Tax Assistant (44), Stenographer Grade-II (9) and Multi-Tasking Staff (66) across 27 sports disciplines. Applications are open at sportsrecruitment.incometaxdelhi.gov.in from 17 October 2026 and close on 10 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. This recruitment is exclusively for meritorious sportspersons — general candidates are not eligible.
Important Note
1. This recruitment is exclusively for meritorious sportspersons with recognized achievements in the 27 notified sports disciplines between 1 January 2020 and 15 October 2026. Athletes without qualifying sports certificates from the prescribed authorities are not eligible.
2. Submit only one application even if you are eligible for more than one post. Indicate your order of preference in the application form. Multiple applications may be rejected.
3. Sports certificates must be issued in the prescribed Annexure-II formats by the competent authority. Certificates in any other format will not be accepted.
Income Tax Delhi Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Income Tax Department, Delhi Region |
| Notification Reference | F.No. P-342/Pr.CCIT/Sports Quota Recruitment/2026-27/10703 |
| Notification Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Posts | Tax Assistant, Stenographer Grade-II, Multi-Tasking Staff |
| Total Vacancies | 119 |
| Recruitment Type | Sports Quota (Meritorious Sportspersons only) |
| Sports Period | 1 January 2020 to 15 October 2026 |
| Pay | Level 1 (MTS) / Level 4 (Tax Assistant, Stenographer) |
| Age Limit | 18–27 years (TA/Steno) / 18–25 years (MTS) as on 31 August 2026 |
| Application Fee | Not mentioned |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Opens | 17 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 10 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Job Location | Delhi Region |
| Official Website | incometaxdelhi.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Qualification and Age Cut-off | 31 August 2026 |
| Sports Achievement Period Ends | 15 October 2026 |
| Application Opens | 17 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 10 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | 44 | Level 4 | Rs. 25,500–81,100 |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 9 | Level 4 | Rs. 25,500–81,100 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 66 | Level 1 | Rs. 18,000–56,900 |
| Total | 119 |
Sport-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athletics | 8 | 7 | 15 |
| Hockey | 7 | 5 | 12 |
| Kabaddi | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| Football | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Boxing | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Para Sports | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Badminton | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Basketball | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Wrestling | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Volleyball | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| Weightlifting | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Table Tennis | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Tennis | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Cricket | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Billiards and Snookers | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Cycling | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Gymnastics | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Swimming | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Archery | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Chess | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Judo | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Karate | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Shooting | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Bodybuilding | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Squash | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Triathlon | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 67 | 52 | 119 |
Vacancies are tentative and subject to change or reallocation.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university |
| Stenographer Grade-II | Class 12 pass or equivalent from a recognised board |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Class 10 pass or equivalent from a recognised board |
Qualifications must be completed on or before 31 August 2026.
Sports Eligibility (Mandatory for All)
Candidates must have recognized achievements in the notified sports competitions between 1 January 2020 and 15 October 2026, in one of the following order-of-preference categories:
- Representing India in recognized international competitions.
- Representing a State or Union Territory in recognized Senior or Junior National Championships (prescribed medal/position).
- Representing a university in Inter-University competitions (prescribed position).
- Representing a State or UT in Khelo India Games competitions.
- Representing State Schools in recognized National School Games (prescribed position).
- Representing a State/UT/University/State School team at specified competition levels (without winning).
Age Limit (as on 31 August 2026)
| Post | Age Range |
|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | 18 to 27 years |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 18 to 27 years |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | 18 to 25 years |
Age relaxation: Up to 5 years for eligible sportspersons under Sports Quota rules; up to 10 years for SC/ST sportspersons.
Skill Test Requirements
| Post | Skill Test |
|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | Data-entry speed test at 8,000 key depressions per hour |
| Stenographer Grade-II | Dictation at 80 WPM (10 minutes); transcription — English 50 minutes / Hindi 65 minutes on computer |
Skill tests are conducted for candidates shortlisted after sports achievement evaluation.
Sports Certificate Requirements
Certificates must be in the Annexure-II format prescribed in the notification and issued by:
| Competition | Issuing Authority |
|---|---|
| International | Secretary of the concerned National Federation / National Association |
| National Championship | Secretary of the concerned National Federation or State Association |
| Inter-University | Dean of Sports or officer in overall charge of university sports |
| National School Games | Director/Joint/Deputy Director of school sports in the state education directorate |
| Khelo India Games | Designated Sports Authority of India or Khelo India official |
Certificates in formats other than Annexure-II will not be accepted.
Selection Process
- Scrutiny of online applications and sports certificates.
- Shortlisting based on sports achievement and eligibility (order of preference as per notification).
- Document and certificate verification.
- Skill test (Tax Assistant and Stenographer Grade-II).
- Final selection and appointment (subject to departmental verification).
How to Apply for Income Tax Delhi Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
- Visit sportsrecruitment.incometaxdelhi.gov.in.
- Read the complete notification (F.No. P-342/Pr.CCIT/Sports Quota Recruitment/2026-27/10703) carefully.
- Verify your sports eligibility, qualification and age as on 31 August 2026.
- Complete the online application form with personal, educational and sports achievement details.
- Upload sports certificates in Annexure-II format and other supporting documents.
- State your order of preference if eligible for more than one post — submit only one application.
- Submit before 10 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Save the acknowledgement.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Income Tax Delhi Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Who can apply for Income Tax Delhi Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
Only eligible meritorious sportspersons with recognized achievements in the 27 notified sports disciplines between 1 January 2020 and 15 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
119: Tax Assistant (44), Stenographer Grade-II (9) and MTS (66) across 27 sports.
Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but submit only one application and state your post preference order.
What is the last date?
10 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
What format must sports certificates be in?
The Annexure-II format prescribed in the official notification. Other formats are not accepted.
Disclaimer
This article is based on Income Tax Department Delhi notification F.No. P-342/Pr.CCIT/Sports Quota Recruitment/2026-27/10703 dated 1 October 2026, published on incometaxdelhi.gov.in. The application fee was not mentioned in the source reviewed. Candidates must read the complete official notification before applying. JobShouter is not associated with the Income Tax Department, Delhi. This article is for informational purposes only.
