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 (TA) and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS). The recruitment is for meritorious sportspersons across 17 recognised sports.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications offline from 27 August 2026 to 30 September 2026. Candidates should carefully check the prescribed sports achievements and certificates before applying.
Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Income Tax Department, West Bengal & Sikkim |
| Post Names | Tax Assistant (TA), Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) |
| Total Posts | 82 |
| Age Limit | TA: 18–27 Years; MTS: 18–25 Years |
| Qualification | TA: Graduation; MTS: 10th Pass |
| Application Fee | Not specified in the notification |
| Application Mode | Offline + Supplementary Google Form |
| Salary | TA: ₹25,500–₹81,100; MTS: ₹18,000–₹56,900 |
| Experience | Work experience is not separately prescribed; sports achievement/participation is mandatory and very important. |
| Eligibility | Indian citizen, required education, age and prescribed meritorious sports qualification |
| Job Location | West Bengal & Sikkim |
Income Tax Sports Quota Vacancy 2026
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level |
| Tax Assistant | 25 | Level-4 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | 57 | Level-1 |
| Total | 82 | — |
The vacancies are distributed among recognised sports including Cricket, Football, Athletics, Basketball, Swimming, Volleyball, Table Tennis, Kabaddi, Chess, Badminton, Archery, Karate, Lawn Tennis, Para Athletics and others.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Starts | 27 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Tax Assistant: Degree from a recognised university or equivalent.
- MTS: Matriculation/10th Pass or equivalent.
Age Limit
- Tax Assistant: 18 to 27 years
- MTS: 18 to 25 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per the prescribed government rules.
Sports Qualification – Important
Sports achievement is the key eligibility requirement in this recruitment. Candidates must fulfil the prescribed meritorious sportsperson criteria, such as representing a State/Country in recognised National or International competitions, qualifying University/School-level sports participation, or eligible Khelo India achievements.
Only eligible sports achievements obtained between 01 January 2022 and 30 June 2026 will be considered.
Candidates must also submit sports achievement certificates in the prescribed format from the competent authority.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Application scrutiny
- Document Verification
- Ground/Field Proficiency Test
- Data Entry Skill Test for Tax Assistant
- Final merit based on sports performance and proficiency test
Candidates already working in Government/other organisations may be required to submit an NOC during document verification.
How to Apply for Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
- Download the prescribed application form from the official notification.
- Fill the application form carefully in the prescribed format.
- Attach a recent passport-size photograph and required attested documents.
- Attach educational, category and sports achievement certificates as applicable.
- Clearly mention the required recruitment details on the envelope.
- Send the completed application by Normal Post/Speed Post/Registered Post/Courier.
- The application must reach the prescribed address on or before 30 September 2026.
- Also complete the supplementary Google Form mentioned in the notification.
Official Apply/Submission Information
This recruitment is offline, so candidates do not submit the main application through an online recruitment portal. The prescribed physical application must reach:
Office of the Joint Commissioner of Income Tax, Headquarters (Personnel & Establishment), 1st Floor, Room No. 14, Aayakar Bhawan, P-7 Chowringhee Square, Kolkata – 700069.
Candidates should use the official notification to download the prescribed form and verify all application instructions before sending their application.
Details PDF
The official notification PDF contains the application form, sports eligibility rules, certificate formats, vacancy details, document requirements and complete postal application instructions. Candidates should read it carefully before applying:
Download Official Notification PDF – Income Tax Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply / Application Form | Download Application Form & Check Submission Instructions |
| Details PDF | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Income Tax Department Official Website |
About Income Tax Department
The Income Tax Department, Government of India, functions under the Ministry of Finance and is responsible for administering direct tax laws, collecting income tax and carrying out related tax administration activities. Sports Quota recruitment provides opportunities for eligible meritorious sportspersons to join government service.
FAQs – Income Tax Kolkata Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available?
There are 82 vacancies, including 25 Tax Assistant and 57 MTS posts.
Q2. What is the qualification for Tax Assistant?
Candidates need a degree from a recognised university or equivalent.
Q3. What is the qualification for MTS?
Candidates must have passed 10th/Matriculation or equivalent.
Q4. What is the last date to apply?
The application must reach the department by 30 September 2026.
Q5. Is work experience required?
No separate work-experience requirement is prescribed. However, eligible sports achievements and participation are extremely important and form the core of this Sports Quota recruitment.
Q6. Is the application online or offline?
The main application is offline. Candidates must send the prescribed application to the specified Kolkata address and also complete the supplementary Google Form.
Q7. Which sports are covered?
The recruitment covers 17 recognised Games/Sports, including Cricket, Football, Athletics, Basketball, Swimming, Volleyball, Kabaddi, Chess, Badminton, Archery, Karate and others.