Income Tax Delhi Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 119 Posts
Income Tax Department, Delhi Region
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The Income Tax Delhi Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 119 vacancies for Tax Assistant, Stenographer Grade-II and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts. Eligible sportspersons can apply online from 17 October to 10 November 2026 through the official Income Tax Delhi recruitment portal.
Organization
Income Tax Department, Delhi Region
Post Name
Income Tax Delhi Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 119 Posts
Total Vacancies
119
Last Date
10/11/2026
Important Dates
Candidates should note the following dates for the Income Tax Delhi Sports Quota Recruitment 2026.
Event
Date
Notification Date
1 October 2026
Online Application Starts
17 October 2026
Last Date to Apply Online
10 November 2026
Last Date Submission Time
11:59 PM
Candidates are advised to complete their applications before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical problems.
Vacancy Details
Income Tax Delhi Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 119 vacancies have been announced across three posts under the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026.
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
Post Name
Number of Vacancies
Pay Level
Tax Assistant
44
Level 4
Stenographer Grade-II
9
Level 4
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
66
Level 1
Total
119
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The highest number of vacancies is available for Multi-Tasking Staff, with 66 posts. Tax Assistant has 44 vacancies, while Stenographer Grade-II has 9 vacancies.
The vacancies are tentative and may be changed or reallocated according to departmental requirements.
Sports-Wise Vacancy Details
The recruitment covers 27 sports disciplines, with 67 vacancies for men and 52 vacancies for women.
Sr. No.
Sports Discipline
Men
Women
Total
1
Archery
1
1
2
2
Athletics
8
7
15
3
Badminton
2
3
5
4
Basketball
1
4
5
5
Billiards and Snookers
2
1
3
6
Bodybuilding
1
0
1
7
Boxing
3
3
6
8
Chess
1
1
2
9
Cricket
4
0
4
10
Cycling
2
1
3
11
Football
6
0
6
12
Golf
1
1
2
13
Gymnastics
1
2
3
14
Hockey
7
5
12
15
Judo
1
1
2
16
Kabaddi
5
4
9
17
Karate
1
1
2
18
Para Sports
3
3
6
19
Shooting
1
1
2
20
Squash
1
0
1
21
Swimming
1
2
3
22
Table Tennis
2
2
4
23
Tennis
2
2
4
24
Triathlon
1
0
1
25
Volleyball
4
3
7
26
Weightlifting
2
2
4
27
Wrestling
3
2
5
Total
67
52
119
Important vacancy information:
Athletics has the highest number of vacancies, with 15 posts.
Hockey has 12 vacancies.
Kabaddi has 9 vacancies.
Volleyball has 7 vacancies.
Boxing, Football and Para Sports have 6 vacancies each.
Bodybuilding, Squash and Triathlon have one vacancy each.
The published sports-wise vacancy distribution is tentative and may be subject to change.
The table above gives vacancies by sports discipline and gender. It does not represent the post-wise distribution within each sport.
Candidates should verify their sports discipline and the applicable conditions in the official advertisement before applying.
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification differs according to the post. Candidates must possess the required qualification by the prescribed cut-off date of 31 August 2026.
1. Tax Assistant
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification.
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed sports eligibility criteria.
Selected candidates must qualify for the prescribed computer data-entry skill test.
The required data-entry speed is 8,000 key depressions per hour.
Qualification required: Graduation from a recognized university, along with the prescribed sports achievements and skill test requirements.
2. Stenographer Grade-II
Candidates must have passed the 12th standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed sports eligibility conditions.
Candidates must qualify for the required stenography skill test.
Qualification required: 12th Pass, along with the prescribed sports achievements and stenography skill test requirements.
3. Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
Candidates must have passed the 10th standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
Candidates must meet the applicable age limit.
Candidates must satisfy the sports eligibility conditions mentioned in the notification.
Qualification required: 10th Pass, along with the prescribed sports achievements and other eligibility requirements.
Age Limit
The age limit for Income Tax Delhi Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 is determined as of 31 August 2026.
Post Name
Minimum Age
Maximum Age
Tax Assistant
18 Years
27 Years
Stenographer Grade-II
18 Years
27 Years
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
18 Years
25 Years
Candidates must satisfy the minimum and maximum age requirements for the post they select.
Age Relaxation
Eligible meritorious sportspersons may receive upper-age relaxation under the applicable Government of India rules.
Category
Reported Upper-Age Relaxation
Eligible sportspersons
Up to 5 years
Eligible SC/ST sportspersons
Up to 10 years
Age relaxation is subject to the prescribed conditions. Candidates should consult the official notification for the exact rules applicable to their category and sports eligibility.
Selection Process
The selection process is based on the candidates' sports achievements, educational qualifications, eligibility and the recruitment rules.
The major stages may include:
Online application scrutiny: The department checks the information submitted by candidates.
Sports achievement assessment: Eligible sports certificates and recognized achievements are assessed according to the prescribed preference order.
Shortlisting: Candidates may be shortlisted based on their sports achievements and eligibility.
Document verification: Educational certificates, age proof, sports certificates and applicable category documents are verified.
Skill tests: Candidates for Tax Assistant and Stenographer Grade-II must qualify for the applicable skill tests.
Final selection: Eligible candidates are selected according to the notified rules, merit and departmental requirements.
Appointment: Selected candidates must satisfy the final verification and appointment conditions.
Meeting the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee selection. Candidates must comply with all the prescribed conditions.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before beginning the online application process.
Aadhaar card or the prescribed identity proof.
10th standard certificate or marksheet for date-of-birth verification.
12th standard certificate and marksheet, where applicable.
Graduation certificate and marksheets for Tax Assistant applicants.
Prescribed sports achievement certificates.
Caste or community certificate for eligible reserved-category candidates, where applicable.
No Objection Certificate for serving employees, where required.
Recent photograph and scanned signature, as required by the application portal.
Other supporting documents specified in the official notification.
Candidates should ensure that all uploaded documents are clear, readable and consistent with the details entered in the application form. Original documents may be required during verification.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can follow the steps below to submit their application.
Read the detailed notification and application instructions.
Register using the required personal details and email address.
Verify the email address through the prescribed OTP process.
Complete the online application form with personal, educational and sports achievement details.
Select the eligible post or posts and enter the required post preferences.
Upload the required sports certificates, educational documents, photograph and signature.
Review the application carefully and correct any errors before submission.
Submit the application online before 10 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Save or print the submitted application and acknowledgement for future reference.
Important application instruction: Candidates eligible for more than one post should follow the notification's instructions regarding post preferences. The recruitment information specifies that only one application should be submitted, even when applying for multiple eligible posts. Multiple applications may be rejected.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a salary according to the applicable 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix.
Post Name
Pay Level
Pay Scale
Tax Assistant
Level 4
₹25,500–₹81,100
Stenographer Grade-II
Level 4
₹25,500–₹81,100
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
Level 1
₹18,000–₹56,900
Salary and Allowances
In addition to the basic pay prescribed for the post, selected employees may receive applicable allowances and benefits according to Central Government rules.
The actual monthly salary will depend on the post, place of posting, applicable allowances and deductions. The pay scale should not be treated as the exact in-hand salary.
Sports Eligibility Criteria
This recruitment is exclusively intended for eligible meritorious sportspersons. Candidates must have recognized sporting achievements or participation that satisfy the conditions specified in the official notification.
Participation in an ordinary local tournament or an unrecognized competition does not automatically make a candidate eligible.
The recruitment notification specifies the sports achievement period and qualifying competitions. Candidates must verify the exact cut-off date for sports achievements in the detailed official circular before applying.
Order of Preference for Sports Achievements
The notification provides an order of preference for eligible sportspersons.
First preference: Candidates who have represented India in recognized international competitions with the required clearance from the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
Second preference: Candidates who have represented a State or Union Territory in recognized Senior or Junior National Championships or National Games and secured the prescribed medal or position. Eligible senior-level achievements receive preference over junior-level achievements where specified.
Third preference: Candidates who have represented a university in recognized Inter-University competitions or eligible Khelo India University Games and secured the prescribed medal or position.
Fourth preference: Candidates who have represented a State or Union Territory in eligible Khelo India Youth Games, Khelo India Winter Games or Khelo India Para Games and secured the prescribed position.
Fifth preference: Candidates who have represented State Schools in recognized National School Games and secured the prescribed medal or position.
Sixth preference: Candidates who represented the specified State, Union Territory, university or school teams at the qualifying competition levels but did not win a medal or position, where permitted under the rules.
The final assessment depends on the competition category, recognized sports authority, sports achievement and the conditions in the official notification.
Recognized Sports Disciplines
The notified disciplines include:
Archery
Athletics
Badminton
Basketball
Billiards and Snookers
Bodybuilding
Boxing
Chess
Cricket
Cycling
Football
Golf
Gymnastics
Hockey
Judo
Kabaddi
Karate
Para Sports
Shooting
Squash
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Triathlon
Volleyball
Weightlifting
Wrestling
Candidates should ensure that their sports discipline, competition and achievement satisfy the recruitment rules.
Sports Certificate Requirements
Sports certificates are essential for establishing eligibility under the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026.
Candidates must submit certificates issued by the competent authority specified for the relevant competition.
Competition Type
Relevant Certificate-Issuing Authority
International Competition
Secretary of the concerned National Federation or National Association, as prescribed
National Competition
Secretary of the concerned National Federation or State Association, as prescribed
Inter-University Tournament
Dean of Sports or the officer responsible for university sports
National School Games
Authorized officer responsible for school sports in the State education department
Khelo India Games
Designated Sports Authority of India or Khelo India authority, as specified
Candidates should use the prescribed sports certificate formats mentioned in the official notification. Certificates that do not meet the prescribed requirements may be rejected.
Skill Test Requirements
Tax Assistant Skill Test
Candidates selected for the Tax Assistant post must qualify for the prescribed computer data-entry skill test.
Required speed: 8,000 key depressions per hour.
The test must be completed according to the prescribed duration and instructions.
Candidates must satisfy the applicable skill test requirements for appointment.
Stenographer Grade-II Skill Test
Candidates applying for Stenographer Grade-II must qualify for the prescribed stenography test.
Dictation speed: 80 words per minute.
Dictation duration: 10 minutes.
Transcription time in English: 50 minutes.
Transcription time in Hindi: 65 minutes.
Transcription is to be completed on a computer according to the prescribed instructions.
Multi-Tasking Staff
Candidates applying for MTS must satisfy the eligibility and verification requirements specified in the recruitment notification. Candidates should refer to the official advertisement for any additional assessment instructions applicable to the post.