Income Tax Department Gujarat Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 46 Posts
Income Tax Department has released an official notification for the recruitment of 46 Tax Assistant and MTS Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official Income Tax Department website. The last date to submit the application form is 21-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the Income Tax Department Tax Assistant and MTS Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
Income Tax Department Gujarat Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Organization Name | Income Tax Department, Office of Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (Gujarat), Ahmedabad |
| Post Name | Tax Assistant & Multi-Tasking Staff (Sports Quota) |
| Total Vacancies | 46 Posts (Tax Assistant: 18, Multi-Tasking Staff: 28) |
| Qualification | Tax Assistant: Bachelor's Degree + Data Entry Skill; MTS: Matriculation/Equivalent |
| Age Limit | Tax Assistant: 18-27 years; MTS: 18-25 years (as on 01.01.2026) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 200/- (All candidates - non-refundable) |
| Apply Start Date | 31.01.2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 21.02.2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | https://incometaxgujarat.gov.in |
Income Tax Department Gujarat Sports Quota 2025 Vacancy Details
| Name of Post | Number of Vacancies |
| Tax Assistant | 18 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 28 |
| TOTAL | 46 |
Sport/Game-wise Tentative Vacancy Distribution:
| S.No. | Game/Sport | Tentative Vacancy |
| 1 | Athletics | 08 |
| 2 | Badminton | 03 |
| 3 | Basketball | 02 |
| 4 | Billiards & Snookers | 01 |
| 5 | Cricket | 04 |
| 6 | Football | 02 |
| 7 | Golf | 02 |
| 8 | Gymnastics | 06 |
| 9 | Hockey | 02 |
| 10 | Kabaddi | 01 |
| 11 | Shooting | 02 |
| 12 | Squash | 01 |
| 13 | Swimming | 02 |
| 14 | Table Tennis | 02 |
| 15 | Tennis | 03 |
| 16 | Volleyball | 03 |
| 17 | Yogasana | 02 |
| TOTAL | 46 | |
Note: If suitable candidates not available in some preferred sports/games, Department reserves right to not consider such games and allot vacancies to other preferred games mentioned in the list or other sports mentioned in DoPT OM dated 04.03.2024.
Eligibility Criteria for Income Tax Gujarat Sports Quota 2025
Educational Qualification (as on 01.01.2026):
For Tax Assistant:
- Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university or equivalent, AND
- Data entry speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour
- Note: Candidates will be required to qualify Data Entry Skill Test @8000 key depressions per hour as per recruitment rules
For Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS):
- Matriculation or equivalent pass from a recognized Board/Council
Sports Eligibility Criteria (Any One):
Category 1:
- Sportspersons who have represented State or Country in National or International competition, OR
- Medal winners in Junior National Championships, OR
- Medal winners in Khelo India Youth Games (age category above 18 years), OR
- Medal winners in Khelo India Winter Games, OR
- Medal winners in Khelo India Para Games, OR
- Medal winners in Khelo India University Games, OR
- Medal winners in School Games Federation of India (SGFI)
Category 2:
- Sportspersons who have represented their University in Inter-University Tournaments conducted by Inter-University Sports Boards
Category 3:
- Sportspersons who have represented State School Teams in National Sports/Games for Schools conducted by All India School Games Federation
Important Note: Candidates must be eligible in all respects (age, educational qualifications, experience) as per Recruitment Rules, except to the extent of relaxations permitted for sports quota.
Age Limit for Income Tax Gujarat Sports Quota 2025 (as on 01.01.2026)
For Tax Assistant:
- Age Range: 18 to 27 years
- Born Between: Not before 02.01.1999 and not later than 01.01.2008
For Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS):
- Age Range: 18 to 25 years
- Born Between: Not before 02.01.2001 and not later than 01.01.2008
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Upper Age Limit Relaxation |
| General/OBC Meritorious Sportspersons | Maximum 5 years |
| SC/ST Meritorious Sportspersons | Maximum 10 years |
| Departmental Candidates (3 years continuous Central Govt. service) | Up to 40 years |
| Departmental Candidates (SC/ST with 3 years service) | Up to 45 years |
Important: Candidates seeking relaxation must ensure they are entitled to such relaxation as per eligibility prescribed on 01.01.2026.
Order of Preference for Selection (as per DoPT OM dated 04.05.1995 & 04.03.2024)
Sportspersons will be selected based on the following order of preference:
1st Preference:
- Candidates who have represented the country in International Competition with clearance of Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
2nd Preference:
- Represented State/UT in Senior or Junior National Championships organized by National Sports Federations (recognized by Dept. of Sports) OR National Games organized by Indian Olympics Association
- Must have won medals or positions up to 3rd place
- Between Senior and Junior participants, Senior National Championship medal winners get preference
3rd Preference:
- Represented University in Inter-University competition conducted by Association of Indian Universities/Inter University Sports Board OR Khelo India University Games
- Must have won medals or positions up to 3rd place in finals
4th Preference:
- Represented State/UT in Khelo India Youth Games (age category above 18 years) OR Khelo India Winter Games OR Khelo India Para Games
- Must have won medals or positions up to 3rd place in finals
5th Preference:
- Represented State Schools in National sports/games for Schools conducted by All-India School Games Federation
- Must have won medals or positions up to 3rd place
6th Preference:
- Represented State/UT/University/State Schools Teams at levels mentioned in categories (2) to (5) but could not win medal/position
- Same order of preference applies
Tie-Breaking Rules:
- Candidates who secured higher position given preference
- Candidates who won more than one medal may be given preference
- Individual and team events given same preference
- No preference for winning more than one medal/position
Required Sports Achievement Certificates
Only certificates from the following authorities will be accepted as evidence (as per DoPT OM F. No. 14034/01/2013-Estt(D) dated 03.10.2013):
| Competition | Authority Issuing Certificate | Form |
| International | Secretary of the National Federation of the game concerned | Form-1 |
| National | Secretary of the National Federation OR Secretary of the State Association of the game concerned | Form-2 |
| Inter-University Tournament | Dean of Sports or other officer in overall charge of Sports of the University concerned | Form-3 |
| National/Sports/Games for School | Director/Additional/Joint/Deputy Director in overall charge of Sports/games for schools in the Directorate of Public Instructions/Education of the State | Form-4 |
| Khelo India University Games/Youth Games/Winter Games/Para Games | Officer designated/Officer in charge from Sports Authority of India (SAI) for respective Khelo India Games | Form-5 |
Important Notes:
- Sports certificates must be in specified forms (Form 1 to Form 5) as per DoPT OM
- Certificates must be certified by a Gazetted Officer
- Forms available at: DoPT Circular
- Certificates in any other form or from non-competent authorities will be ignored and applications rejected
- Candidate who cannot upload at least one certificate from competent authority need not apply
Application Fee for Income Tax Gujarat Sports Quota 2025
| Category | Fee Amount |
| All Candidates (General/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) | Rs. 200/- (Rupees Two Hundred Only) |
Payment Mode: Online mode only
Important:
- Proof of payment must be furnished with application
- Applications without requisite fee will be treated as INCOMPLETE and rejected
- Fee once paid shall NOT be refunded under any circumstances
Important Dates for Income Tax Gujarat Sports Quota 2025
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start Date | 31.01.2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 21.02.2026 |
| Written Examination Date | Will be intimated via email |
| Document Verification | Will be intimated to shortlisted candidates |
| Medical Examination | Before formal appointment |
Selection Process for Income Tax Gujarat Sports Quota 2025
Stage 1: Scrutiny of Applications
- All applications received within prescribed time will be scrutinized
- Scrutiny based on eligibility criteria/qualification/instructions as per advertisement
- Scrutiny as per eligibility fixed by Sports Recruitment Committee
- Candidates will be shortlisted as per order of preference (DoPT guidelines)
Stage 2: Written Examination
- Shortlisted candidates required to appear in written examination
- Success in written exam does NOT confer right to appointment
- Appointment subject to Department's satisfaction after necessary enquiry
Stage 3: Data Entry Skill Test (For Tax Assistant only)
- Candidates must qualify Data Entry Skill Test
- Requirement: 8,000 key depressions per hour
- As per relevant recruitment rules
Stage 4: Document Verification
- Selected candidates required to produce original certificates
- All documents will be verified
Stage 5: Medical Examination
- Medical fitness ascertained by O/o Pr. CCIT, Gujarat Region before formal appointment
- Candidates must be clear in all Doping tests by WADA/NADA or relevant authorities
- No ongoing investigation regarding doping or unfair means required
- Declaration to this effect mandatory
Stage 6: Police Verification
- Appointment subject to clearance from Police authorities
- Verification of current place of residence
Final Appointment
- Based on: Eligibility, Order of Preference, Written Exam, Skill Test (for Tax Assistant), Document Verification, Medical Fitness, Police Clearance
- Probation period: 2 years
- Posting: Anywhere in Gujarat region
How to Apply for Income Tax Gujarat Sports Quota 2025
Application Process (Online Only):
Step 1: Visit Official Website
- Go to https://incometaxgujarat.gov.in
- Click on Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 link
- Read complete advertisement and instructions carefully
- Download certificate formats (Form 1 to Form 5) from DoPT OM link provided
Step 2: Fill Online Application Form
- Click on "Apply Online" link (available from 31.01.2026 to 21.02.2026)
- Fill all required details:
- Personal Information (Name, Father's Name, DOB, Gender, Category, Contact details)
- Educational Qualifications (with percentage and year)
- Post Applied For: Indicate preference (1st preference: Tax Assistant/MTS, 2nd preference if applying for both)
- Sports/Game details (Sport name, Level of competition, Achievement, Certificate details)
- Employment details (if already employed - NOC required)
- IMPORTANT: Clearly indicate post preference. Failure to indicate post makes application liable for rejection
Step 3: Upload Documents
- Upload self-attested copies of all required documents (see list below)
- All documents must be clear and legible
- File format and size as per instructions on website
Step 4: Pay Application Fee
- Pay Rs. 200/- through online mode
- Save payment receipt
- Upload proof of payment
Step 5: Submit Application
- Review all details carefully
- Submit the application
- Take printout of submitted application for future reference
- Save Application Number/Registration Number
Documents Required to Upload (Self-attested copies):
- Age Proof: Matriculation/SSC or equivalent certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificates:
- For Tax Assistant: Bachelor's Degree certificate and marksheets
- For MTS: Matriculation or equivalent certificate
- Sports/Games Certificates: In prescribed format (Form 1/2/3/4/5) certified by competent authority and attested by Gazetted Officer
- Caste/Community Certificate: SC/ST/OBC certificate in prescribed format for appointment under Government of India (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate: Income & Asset Certificate (if applicable)
- Age Relaxation Certificate: For Departmental Candidates (if claiming relaxation)
- Aadhaar Card: Copy of Aadhaar Card
- NOC: From present employer (for candidates already employed in Central/State Govt/PSU)
- Recent Passport-sized Photograph
- Signature
- Proof of Fee Payment
Important Application Instructions:
- Only ONE application should be submitted per candidate
- If more than one application submitted: ALL applications will be summarily rejected
- Candidate can apply for more than one post (Tax Assistant & MTS) in SINGLE application
- Must clearly indicate preference of posts (1st preference, 2nd preference)
- Application period: 31.01.2026 to 21.02.2026
- All communications will be via Email ID mentioned in application
- Ensure Email ID is active and checked regularly
- Visit https://incometaxgujarat.gov.in regularly for updates
Important Terms & Conditions
Service Conditions for Selected Candidates:
- Probation: 2 years or as per Government of India instructions
- Representation Requirement: Must represent Income Tax Department, Gujarat region in tournaments/meets for at least 10 years from joining
- Undertaking Required: Not to apply for:
- Deputation to other departments/regions
- Inter-charge transfer on loan basis
- Any other inter-charge transfer arrangement
- Minimum period: 10 years
- Leave Management: Strictly subject to DOPT O.M No. 6/1/85-Estt.(Pay-I) dated 16.07.1985
- Posting: Liable for posting anywhere in Gujarat region
- Declaration Required: To work at any place under Pr. CCIT, Gujarat Region (during pre-appointment process)
Anti-Doping Compliance:
- Must be clear in all doping tests done by WADA/NADA or relevant authorities
- No ongoing investigation regarding doping or unfair means
- Mandatory declaration required
Medical Fitness:
- Medical examination by O/o Pr. CCIT, Gujarat before appointment
- Must meet prescribed medical standards
Background Verification:
- Appointment subject to police clearance
- Verification from current place of residence
General Warnings:
- Any form of canvassing renders candidature liable for summary rejection at any stage
- Furnishing wrong information/false declaration/misrepresentation: Candidature/appointment will be cancelled
- Failure to comply with instructions/conditions: Application rejected without intimation
- No travelling allowance for journey to Ahmedabad for joining after selection
- Pr. CCIT, Gujarat may cancel recruitment process at any stage without assigning reason
- Decision of Pr. CCIT, Gujarat is final in unforeseen situations not covered by DoPT OMs
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