Income Tax Mumbai Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced for eligible sports persons across India. The recruitment drive is being conducted by the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax Mumbai under the Sports Quota. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who have represented their country, state, university, or school in recognized sports events and are looking for a stable central government job.
This recruitment includes vacancies for Tax Assistant, Stenographer Grade-II, and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts. A total of 97 vacancies have been released, and all selected candidates will be posted in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Overview of Income Tax Mumbai Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Mumbai |
| Recruitment Type | Sports Quota |
| Total Vacancies | 97 |
| Job Location | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 7 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 January 2026 |
| Official Website | incometaxmumbai.gov.in |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | 47 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 38 |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 12 |
| Total | 97 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfill the minimum educational qualification for the respective posts:
Tax Assistant
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Stenographer Grade-II
- Must have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) from a recognized board.
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
- Must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
Sports Eligibility Criteria (Very Important)
Since this is a Sports Quota Recruitment, candidates must meet sports qualification requirements along with educational eligibility.
Eligible Sports Disciplines
Candidates who have represented in any of the following sports are eligible:
Athletics, Swimming, Badminton, Table Tennis, Chess, Lawn Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Volleyball, Kabaddi, Football, Billiards, Squash, Yogasana, Para Sports, and Boxing.
Level of Sports Representation Required
Candidates must have represented at least one of the following levels:
International Level
- Represented India in an international sports event
- Form-I required
National Level
- Represented a State or Union Territory in Senior or Junior National Championships
- Must have won a medal (minimum 3rd position)
Inter-University Level
- Represented a recognized University
- Must have won a medal (up to 3rd position)
Khelo India Games
- Represented State/UT in Youth, Winter, or Para Games
- Must have won a medal (up to 3rd position)
- Form-V required
National School Games
- Represented State School Team at National level
- Must have won a medal (up to 3rd position)
Candidates who only participated without winning medals will be considered last in preference.
Age Limit (As on 1 January 2026)
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | 18 – 27 Years |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 18 – 27 Years |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | 18 – 25 Years |
Age Relaxation
- Sports Persons (General/OBC): 5 Years
- Sports Persons (SC/ST): 10 Years
Salary Structure & Benefits
Tax Assistant & Stenographer Grade-II
- Pay Level: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
- Approx. In-Hand Salary (Mumbai): ₹50,000 – ₹55,000 per month
- Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Other Central Government benefits
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
- Pay Level: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900
- Approx. In-Hand Salary: ₹32,000 – ₹38,000 per month
- Includes DA, HRA, and other allowances
Selection Process (No Written Exam)
The selection process is completely merit-based on sports achievements.
Sports Merit Preference Order
- International Representation
- National Medal Winners (Senior first, then Junior)
- Inter-University Medal Winners
- Khelo India Medal Winners
- National School Games Medal Winners
- Participation at National/State level (No medal)
Skill Test / Practical Test
After sports merit shortlisting:
Stenographer Grade-II
- Dictation: 10 minutes at 80 WPM (800 words)
- Transcription:
- English: 50 minutes
- Hindi: 65 minutes
Tax Assistant
- Data Entry Skill Test:
- 8,000 key depressions per hour
Multi-Tasking Staff
- Physical/Field Test to assess sports proficiency
Document Verification
Candidates who clear the above stages will be called for document verification, after which final selection will be made.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹200 |
| SC / ST / Women | No Fee |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 7 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 7 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 January 2026 |
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website of Income Tax Mumbai
- Open the recruitment section
- Click on “Apply Online”
- Fill in personal, educational, and sports details
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and take a printout
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is there any written exam in Income Tax Mumbai Recruitment 2026?
No, selection is based on sports merit and skill/physical tests only.
2. Can non-sports candidates apply?
No, this recruitment is strictly for sports persons.
3. Is this a permanent government job?
Yes, all posts are permanent Central Government jobs.
4. Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, candidates from any state can apply if they meet sports criteria.
5. What is the job location?
All selected candidates will be posted in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
6. Is there negative marking in any test?
No, there is no written exam or negative marking.
