Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Odisha Region has released a recruitment notification for the recruitment of meritorious sportspersons on Sports Quota. Candidates eligible for Tax Assistant, Stenographer Grade-II, and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts can apply for the posts.
The interested sportspersons fulfilling the requisite Educational qualifications and sports qualifications may send their applications through the proper channel by the due date.
Income Tax Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Odisha Region |
| Recruitment Type | Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 12 |
| Posts | Tax Assistant, Stenographer Grade-II, Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) |
| Application Mode | Offline (Speed Post/Registered Post) |
| Job Location | Odisha |
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Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | 07 | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 01 | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 04 | Level-1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Total | 12 | — | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Tax Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University and Data Entry Speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 12th Pass or equivalent with Dictation Speed of 80 WPM and Transcription Speed of 50 minutes (English) / 65 minutes (Hindi) |
| MTS | Matriculation (10th Pass) or equivalent from a recognized board |
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
| Tax Assistant | 18 to 27 Years |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 18 to 27 Years |
| MTS | 18 to 25 Years |
Age Relaxation
- Up to 5 years for eligible sportspersons.
- Up to 10 years for SC/ST sportspersons.
- Relaxation is applicable as per the Government of India rules.
Sports Eligibility
Candidates should have represented:
- India or a State in National/International competitions.
- Junior National Championships.
- Khelo India Youth Games (above 18 years category).
- Khelo India Winter Games.
- Khelo India Para Games.
- Khelo India University Games.
- School Games Federation of India (SGFI).
- Inter-University Tournaments.
- State School Teams in National School Games.
Eligible sportspersons from various recognized sports disciplines can apply under the Sports Quota.
Application Fee
The official notification does not mention any application fee.
Selection Process
For Tax Assistant & Stenographer Grade-II
The recruitment process will be conducted in two phases:
- Shortlisting based on Sports Achievements and Application Details
- Post-Specific Skill Test
- Tax Assistant: Data Entry Skill Test
- Stenographer Grade-II: Stenography Skill Test
Final merit will be prepared based on sports achievements and performance in the skill test.
For Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
- Selection will be based solely on sports achievements.
- Merit list will be prepared according to the prescribed sports achievement scoring system.
Documents Required
Candidates should submit self-attested copies of:
- Matriculation/SSC Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Sports Achievement Certificates
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate and UDID Card (if applicable)
- NOC from Employer (if employed)
- Aadhaar Card
- Two Recent Passport-Size Photographs
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 31 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Candidates from NE States, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Jammu & Kashmir | 10 August 2026 |
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How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply:
- Download the prescribed application form from the official notification.
- Fill in all required details carefully.
- Attach self-attested copies of all necessary documents.
- Place the completed application in a sealed envelope.
- Superscribe the envelope with: “Application for appointment of meritorious sportsperson in Income Tax Department, Odisha Region-2026”
- Send the application via Speed Post or Registered Post to:
Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax (Hqrs.) (Admn. & Vig.)
O/o the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax
1st Floor, Aayakar Bhawan, Rajaswa Vihar
Bhubaneswar – 751007
Applications must reach the office on or before the prescribed last date.
FAQs
How many vacancies are available in Income Tax Recruitment 2026?
A total of 12 vacancies have been announced under the Sports Quota.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for submission of applications is 31 July 2026.
What is the qualification required for the Tax Assistant post?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree and have a data entry speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour.
What is the age limit for MTS posts?
Candidates applying for MTS should be between 18 and 25 years of age as on 01 August 2026.
Is there any application fee?
The notification does not mention any application fee.