The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), Ministry of Law & Justice has released Vacancy Circular No. F.301-Ad(ATD)/DR/2026-27 for direct recruitment to 42 posts of Senior Private Secretary (22) and Private Secretary (20) — Group ‘B’ Gazetted. Eligible candidates can apply online through itat.gov.in. The advertisement is published in Employment News on 18 July 2026, and the last date to apply is within 30 days of publication. Complete details are given below.
ITAT Private Secretary Recruitment 2026-27 – Overview
| Organisation | Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), Ministry of Law & Justice |
| Circular No. | F.301-Ad(ATD)/DR/2026-27 |
| Post Names | Senior Private Secretary (22), Private Secretary (20) |
| Total Vacancies | 42 Posts |
| Nature of Post | Group ‘B’ Gazetted |
| Pay Level | Senior PS – Level 8; Private Secretary – Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 35 Years (relaxation as per rules) |
| Job Location | Various Benches of ITAT across India |
| Application Mode | Online (itat.gov.in/recruitments) |
Important Dates
| Advertisement in Employment News | 18 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | Within 30 days from the date of publication (on/around 17 August 2026) |
Application Fee
Candidates should refer to the official ITAT vacancy circular for the exact application fee (if any) and mode of payment.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: As specified in the official circular for direct recruitment to the Senior Private Secretary / Private Secretary posts, which generally requires a Bachelor’s Degree along with proficiency in stenography (shorthand and typing) and computer knowledge. Age Limit: Not exceeding 35 years, with standard age relaxation as per Government of India orders for reserved categories. Candidates should read the official circular for the exact qualification, experience and age criteria.
Selection Process
Selection is through a Written Examination followed by a Skill Test (stenography/shorthand and typing) and document verification, as detailed in the official circular.
How to Apply for ITAT Private Secretary Recruitment 2026-27
- Visit the official ITAT recruitment portal itat.gov.in/recruitments.
- Open Vacancy Circular F.301-Ad(ATD)/DR/2026-27 and read it carefully.
- Register and fill the online application form with your details.
- Upload the required documents and pay the fee (if applicable) online.
- Submit the form within 30 days of publication (on/around 17 August 2026) and keep a printout.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | itat.gov.in |
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Disclaimer: The information above is compiled from the official ITAT vacancy circular (F.301-Ad(ATD)/DR/2026-27). Candidates are advised to read the official notification on itat.gov.in before applying.