Income Tax Department Odisha Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 - 12 Posts (MTS, Steno, Tax Assistant)

• Organization: Income Tax Department Odisha (Central Government)
• Recruitment Type: Sports Quota (Exclusively for meritorious sportspersons)
• Total Vacancies: 12 posts
• Post Breakdown: 7 Tax Assistant + 1 Stenographer Grade-II + 4 Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
• Notification Date: 05 June 2026
• Application Deadline: 31 July 2026, 6:00 PM (General candidates)
• Extended Deadline: 10 August 2026, 6:00 PM (NE States, A&N Islands, Lakshadweep, J&K)
• Application Mode: Offline by Registered/Speed Post only
• Salary Range: Rs 18,000 to Rs 81,100 (7th CPC)
• Official Website: www.incometaxindia.gov.in

• Tax Assistant: 18 to 27 years
• Stenographer Grade-II: 18 to 27 years
• Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): 18 to 25 years
• Age Relaxation for Sportspersons: Up to 5 years additional (10 years for SC/ST candidates)

Tax Assistant

• Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University
• Data entry speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour (mandatory skill test)

Stenographer Grade-II

• 12th class pass or equivalent from a recognized Board/University
• Skill Test Required: Dictation of 10 minutes @ 80 words per minute, followed by transcription within 50 minutes (English) or 65 minutes (Hindi) on computer

Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)

• Matriculation (10th pass) or equivalent from a recognized board
• No additional skill test required

This recruitment is exclusively reserved for meritorious sportspersons. Candidates must have:

• Represented India/State in National or International competitions, OR
• Been a medal winner in Junior National Championships, Khelo India Youth Games (above 18 years), Khelo India Winter Games, Khelo India Para Games, Khelo India University Games, or SGFI events, OR
• Represented their University in Inter-University Tournaments, OR
• Represented a State School Team in National School Games
• Sports Achievements Considered Up To: 31 March 2026 only

Archery, Athletics, Atya-Patya, Badminton, Ball-Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Billiards & Snookers, Body-Building, Boxing, Bridge, Carrom, Chess, Cricket, Cycling, Cycle Polo, Deaf Sports, Equestrian, Fencing, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Hockey, Ice-Hockey, Ice-Skating, Ice-Skiing, Judo, Kabaddi, Karate, Kayaking & Canoeing, Kho-Kho, Kudo, Mallakhamb, Motor Sports, Net Ball, Para Sports, Pencak Silat, Polo, Powerlifting, Shooting, Shooting Ball, Roll Ball, Roller Skating, Rowing, Rugby, Sepak Takraw, Soft Ball, Soft Tennis, Squash, Swimming, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Tenni-Koit, Tennis, Tenpin Bowling, Triathlon, Tug-of-war, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wushu, Wrestling, Yachting, Tennis Ball Cricket, and Yogasana.

Merit list is prepared based on sports achievement scores and position achieved in competitions.

Priority Order for Selection

1. First Priority: Represented country in International Competition with Department of Sports clearance
2. Second Priority: Represented State/UT in Senior/Junior National Championships or National Games (Medal/Top 3)
3. Third Priority: Represented University in Inter-University competitions or Khelo India University Games (Medal/Top 3)
4. Fourth Priority: Represented State/UT in Khelo India Youth Games (18+), Winter Games, or Para Games (Medal/Top 3)
5. Fifth Priority: Represented State Schools in National School Games (SGFI) (Medal/Top 3)
6. Sixth Priority: Represented at levels 2-5 above without medal

Sports Achievement Scoring Points

• Notification Date: 05 June 2026
• Application Deadline (General): 31 July 2026, 6:00 PM
• Application Deadline (NE States, A&N Islands, Lakshadweep, J&K): 10 August 2026, 6:00 PM
• Sports Achievements Considered Up To: 31 March 2026
• Skill Test Shortlist: To be published on www.incometaxindia.gov.in
• Skill Test Schedule: To be notified later

Candidates must enclose self-attested copies of:

• Matriculation/SSC or equivalent certificate (proof of age)
• Educational qualification certificates (as per post requirement)
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Sports/Games certificate (Form 1/2/3/4/5 from recognized authority)
• PwBD certificate and UDID card (if applicable)
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from present employer (if applicable)
• Copy of Aadhaar Card
• Two recent passport-size photographs

1. Download Application Form: Get Annexure-II from official notification (www.incometaxindia.gov.in)
2. Fill Form Carefully: Use blue/black ball point pen in block letters
3. Mark Post Preference: Use '1', '2', '3' for preference order and 'X' for posts not applying for
4. Attach Documents: Enclose self-attested copies of all required documents
5. Prepare Envelope: Place completed application in closed envelope with superscript: "Application for appointment of meritorious sportsperson in Income Tax Department, Odisha Region-2026"
6. Submit by Post: Send by Registered Post or Speed Post ONLY to:
   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
7. Important: Application must PHYSICALLY REACH office by deadline (not just be dispatched)

For Tax Assistant & Stenographer Grade-II (Two Phases)

• Phase 1: Eligible candidates shortlisted based on application & sports achievements. Tax Assistant: Top 28 candidates (4x vacancies). Stenographer: Top 10 candidates.
• Phase 2: Skill Test at Pr. CCIT Office, Bhubaneswar (at candidate's expense)
• Final Merit List: Combined score from both phases

For Multi-Tasking Staff (Single Phase)

• Selection purely based on sports achievement merit list
• No separate skill test required

• Tax Assistant: 10 candidates
• Stenographer Grade-II: 5 candidates
• Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): 10 candidates

• Pay & Allowances: As per 7th CPC + Central Government benefits
• Posting: Odisha Region of Income Tax Department
• Probation Period: 2 years (Sports participation considered in probation completion)
• Service Commitment: Selected candidates must represent Income Tax Department, Odisha in tournaments/meets for minimum 5 years

• Candidates must be clear of all doping tests (WADA, NADA, or any relevant authority)
• No disqualification or ban from any sports federation due to disciplinary action
• Any ongoing doping investigation must be disclosed
• Self-declaration required regarding criminal cases, disciplinary action, disqualification, or bans

• Only ONE application per candidate allowed - multiple applications will be REJECTED
• Sports achievement certificate (Form 1-5) is MANDATORY - applications without it will not be considered
• Post preference must be marked correctly using '1', '2', '3' or 'X' - incorrect marking may lead to rejection
• Only Registered/Speed Post accepted - no ordinary post or courier
• Application must PHYSICALLY reach office by deadline, not just be dispatched
• Only sports achievements up to 31 March 2026 are considered
• DoPT O.M. No. 1720781414772 dated 04 March 2024 governs age relaxation norms

• Q: Is there an online application process?
  A: No, applications must be submitted offline by Registered/Speed Post only.
• Q: What is the last date to apply?
  A: 31 July 2026, 6:00 PM for general candidates. Extended to 10 August 2026 for NE States, A&N Islands, Lakshadweep, and J&K.
• Q: Can non-sportspersons apply?
  A: No, this recruitment is exclusively for meritorious sportspersons meeting sports eligibility criteria.
• Q: How many vacancies are there?
  A: 12 total - 7 Tax Assistant, 1 Stenographer Grade-II, 4 MTS posts.
• Q: Is a skill test mandatory for all posts?
  A: Skill test is required for Tax Assistant (data entry) and Stenographer Grade-II (dictation & transcription). MTS selection is based purely on sports merit list.
• Q: What is the age limit?
  A: 18-27 years for Tax Assistant & Stenographer, 18-25 years for MTS (as on 01 August 2026), with age relaxation for sportspersons.
• Q: Where to send applications?
  A: Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax (Hqrs.) (Admn. & Vig.), O/o Pr. Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Aayakar Bhawan, Rajaswa Vihar, Bhubaneswar-751007.
• Q: What is the salary?
  A: Tax Assistant & Steno: Rs 25,500-81,100 (Pay Level-4). MTS: Rs 18,000-56,900 (Pay Level-1), as per 7th CPC.

• Official Website: www.incometaxindia.gov.in
• Notification Memo No.: Pr.CCIT/Estt/III-39/Sports/2021-22/6981
• Department: Office of Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Odisha Region

🏅 Calling all meritorious sportspersons! Income Tax Department Odisha Sports Quota 2026 - 12 vacancies (Tax Assistant, Stenographer, MTS). Apply offline by 31 July 2026. Rs 18,000-81,100 salary. Government job opportunity for skilled athletes!