Income Tax Department Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 12 MTS, Steno and Tax Assistant Posts – Latest Update

🚀 Recruitment Progress

📰 Latest News

The Income Tax Department, Odisha Region, has released a notification for the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 for 12 posts of Tax Assistant, Stenographer Grade-II, and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS). The application process is currently open and is to be done offline via Registered/Speed Post. The deadline for applications is July 31, 2026, with an extended deadline of August 10, 2026, for candidates from remote regions. The selection process for Tax Assistant and Stenographer Grade-II involves two phases: shortlisting based on sports achievements and a post-specific skill test. For MTS, the selection is primarily based on sports achievements and document verification.

📋 Updates Timeline

• The official notification (Memo No. Pr.CCIT/Estt/III-39/Sports/2021-22/6981) for the Income Tax Department Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 was released on June 5, 2026.
• Applications are invited offline for 12 vacancies (7 Tax Assistant, 1 Stenographer Grade-II, 4 Multi-Tasking Staff) from meritorious sportspersons.
• The application period started on June 5, 2026, and closes on July 31, 2026 (extended to August 10, 2026, for specific regions).
• Candidates must apply by sending their completed application form via Registered Post or Speed Post to the Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax (Hqrs.) (Admn. & Vig.), O/o the Pr. Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, 1st Floor, Aayakar Bhawan, Rajaswa Vihar, Bhubaneswar-751007.

📅 Phase Details

📅 Expected Schedule

💡 Recommendations

• 1Candidates should download the official notification and application form (Annexure-II) from the official website www.incometaxindia.gov.in.
• 2Ensure the application form is filled accurately in block letters and all required self-attested documents (age proof, educational certificates, caste certificate, sports certificates, Aadhar Card, photographs) are enclosed.
• 3The envelope containing the application must be superscribed with 'Application for appointment of meritorious sportsperson in Income Tax Department, Odisha Region- 2026'.
• 4Send the application via Registered Post or Speed Post only to the specified address to ensure it reaches before the deadline.
• 5Regularly check the official website (www.incometaxindia.gov.in) for updates regarding shortlisting, skill test schedules, and results.

📊 Recruitment Details