Income Tax Department Pune Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 85 MTS, Tax Assistant & Stenographer Posts (F.No. Pr.CCIT/Pune/SRC/Notification.2026-27)

The Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (Pr. CCIT), Pune Region, has officially published its employment notification for direct recruitment of meritorious sportspersons under the Sports Quota Recruitment Drive 2026.

This prominent recruitment notification invites applications from eligible and dynamic Indian citizens who have represented their country or state in recognized national, international, inter-university, or school-level sports championships. A total of 85 vacancies are available across Group C designations including Tax Assistant, Stenographer Grade-II, and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS). The online application registration window opened on 15th August 2026, and candidates can submit their applications online until 15th September 2026.

Recruitment Overview

Feature	Details
Recruiting Organization	Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Pune Region
Notification File No.	F.No. Pr.CCIT/Pune/SRC/Notification.2026-27
Total Vacancies	85 Posts
Post Designations	Tax Assistant, Stenographer Grade-II, Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
Job Location	Income Tax Offices across the Pune Region, Maharashtra
Application Mode	Online Only
Online Registration Commencement	15th August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee	15th September 2026
Official Website Portals	www.incometaxindia.gov.in / Dedicated Sports Recruitment Portal

Important Schedule & Dates Matrix

Event	Official Dates
Notification Release Date	10th August 2026
Online Application Opening Date	15th August 2026
Last Date for Online Registration & Fee Submission	15th September 2026
Cut-off Date for Sports Eligibility & Achievements	10th August 2026
Date of Skill Test / Ground Trial / Document Verification	To be notified later via official portal

Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

The 85 vacancies are distributed across three distinct Group C administrative positions:

Post Designation	Vacancies	Pay Level (7th CPC)
Tax Assistant (TA)	40	Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100/-)
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)	30 (or 39)	Level 1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900/-)
Stenographer Grade-II	6	Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100/-)
Total Comprehensive Openings	85 Posts	—

Discipline-Wise Sports / Games Distribution

Applications are open across 17 recognized sports and games. The total distribution includes 49 male and 36 female sportspersons:

S. No.	Name of the Sport / Game	Total Players	Male	Female
1	Athletics	20	10	10
2	Badminton	2	1	1
3	Basketball	5	0	5
4	Boxing	2	1	1
5	Bridge	4	2	2
6	Carrom	2	1	1
7	Chess	2	1	1
8	Cricket	6	6	0
9	Hockey	5	5	0
10	Kabaddi	6	6	0
11	Parasports	5	3	2
12	Swimming	2	1	1
13	Table Tennis	4	2	2
14	Tennis	2	1	1
15	Volleyball	12	6	6
16	Wrestling	4	2	2
17	Yogasana	2	1	1
—	Total Allocation	85	49	36

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Qualifications

1. Educational Requirements

• Tax Assistant (TA): Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent qualification. Must possess a data entry speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour.
• Stenographer Grade-II: 12th Class pass or equivalent qualification from a recognized Board or University.
• Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Matriculation (10th Standard) or equivalent pass from a recognized board.

2. Age Limit Parameters (As on 1st January 2026)

• Tax Assistant & Stenographer Grade-II: 18 to 27 Years
• Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): 18 to 25 Years
• Age Relaxations: Upper age limit is relaxable up to 5 years for General/OBC candidates and up to 10 years for SC/ST candidates as per guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT).

3. Sports Eligibility Standards (As per DoPT Guidelines)

Candidates must have represented:

1. An international competition representing the country; OR
2. A National competition in a national championship conducted by the concerned National Sports Federation or Inter-University Sports Board; OR
3. State teams in national sports tournaments/games; OR
4. Khelo India Youth Games / University Games / Winter Games / Para Games organized by the Sports Authority of India (SAI).

• Mandatory Certification: Sports achievements must be supported by certificates issued in the prescribed formats (Form 1, Form 2, Form 3, Form 4, or Form 5) signed by the designated competent authorities.

Salary Structure & Compensation Package

• Tax Assistant & Stenographer Grade-II: Pay Level 4 under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix ranging from ₹25,500 to ₹81,100/-. Initial starting basic pay is ₹25,500/- plus admissible Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and transport allowances.
• Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Pay Level 1 under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix ranging from ₹18,000 to ₹56,900/-.
• Additional Benefits: New Pension Scheme (NPS) coverage, medical facilities, leave travel concessions, and promotional career progression paths as per central government norms.

Selection Process & Evaluation Procedure

The selection of candidates is strictly merit-based, evaluating sports performance followed by professional trade/skill tests:

1. Scrutiny & Sports Merit Evaluation: Evaluation of sports certificates and achievements based on the order of preference specified by DoPT guidelines.
2. Document Verification & Ground / Practical Trials: Shortlisted candidates are called for verification of original sports and academic certificates.
3. Skill / Trade Tests:
   • Stenographer Grade-II: Dictation test for 10 minutes at 80 words per minute (wpm), followed by computer transcription at 50 wpm in English and 65 wpm in Hindi.
   • Tax Assistant: Compulsory Data Entry Skill Test checking speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour.
4. Medical Examination: Final medical fitness review by designated government medical boards before official appointment.

Application Fee & Payment Mode

• Application Fee: ₹200/- for all categories.
• Payment Gateway: Digital payment channels including Net Banking, Credit Cards, Debit Cards, or UPI supported by the online recruitment platform.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Go to the official website of the Income Tax Department at www.incometaxindia.gov.in or the designated sports recruitment portal.
2. Access Recruitment Link: Click on the notification banner reading “Income Tax Pune Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 85 Posts”.
3. New Registration: Register with a valid mobile number and email address to generate login credentials.
4. Fill Application Form: Complete the online application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and sports achievements. Candidates can apply for multiple posts or games within a single submission if eligible.
5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photo, signature, matriculation certificate, educational mark sheets, and valid sports eligibility forms (Form 1 to 5).
6. Pay Application Fee: Complete the online fee payment of ₹200/- and save the transaction receipt.
7. Final Submission: Review all entries thoroughly, submit the form before the deadline, and print/save a digital PDF copy of the confirmation page.

🔗 Income Tax Department Official Website Portal Link

🔗 Direct Online Application Portal Link for Pune Sports Quota Recruitment (or designated regional portal)

📄 Download Income Tax Pune Sports Quota Recruitment Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: How many total vacancies are announced under Income Tax Pune Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?

A: A total of 85 vacancies have been announced for Stenographer Grade-II, Tax Assistant, and MTS posts.

Q2: What is the last date to submit the online application form?

A: The online application window closes on 15th September 2026.

Q3: What are the educational qualifications required for Tax Assistant posts?

A: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university along with a data entry speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour.

Q4: Is there an application fee for this recruitment drive?

A: Yes, an application fee of ₹200/- is applicable for all candidates, payable through online mode.

Q5: What sports certificates are accepted for eligibility?

A: Certificates must be issued in the prescribed formats (Form 1 to Form 5) by the respective competent authorities like National Federations, State Associations, Universities, or the Sports Authority of India (SAI).