The Income Tax Department has issued a notification for the Mumbai Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
The Income Tax Department has issued a notification for the Mumbai Sports Quota Recruitment 2026, aimed at appointing distinguished sportspersons to the positions of Stenographer Grade-II, Tax Assistant, and Multi-Tasking Staff. The Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (Pr. CCIT) for the Mumbai Region is inviting online applications from qualified and accomplished sportspersons for a total of 97 vacancies under the Sports Quota. Interested candidates must have the necessary sports achievements and educational qualifications to submit their applications online between 07 January 2026 and 31 January 2026.
Candidates are strongly encouraged to thoroughly review the comprehensive official notification to verify the eligibility criteria, which includes age limits, educational qualifications, sports achievements (as of 07.01.2026), and other relevant conditions prior to submitting their online applications.
Eligible and deserving sportspersons are required to submit their applications exclusively ONLINE via the official portal. Each candidate is permitted to submit only one application (although they may apply for multiple positions).
Step 1: Navigate to www.incometaxmumbai.gov.in and access the Sports Recruitment section.
Step 2: Click on the online application link (which will be available starting from 07.01.2026).
Step 3: Register and complete the application form with your personal, educational, and sports information.
Step 4: Upload self-attested documents, including: Photo, Age Proof, Education Certificates, Sports Certificates (in DoPT format), Caste/PwBD/NOC (if applicable), and Aadhaar.
Step 5: Pay the online fee of Rs.200/- and ensure submission before 31 January 2026. Remember to take a printout.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality: The individual must be a citizen of India.
Educational Qualification:
Stenographer Grade-II: Completion of 12th grade or an equivalent qualification.
Tax Assistant: A Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent qualification.
Multi-Tasking Staff: Completion of 10th grade or an equivalent qualification.
Sports Eligibility: Recognized achievements in designated sports until 07.01.2026. Priority will be given according to DoPT guidelines: International representation > National medals > Inter-University > Khelo India > School Games, etc.
Age Limit
Post Name
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
Stenographer Grade-II / Tax Assistant
18-27 Years
Multi-Tasking Staff
18-25 Years
Age Relaxation:
Up to 05 Years (10 Years for SC/ST) for meritorious sportspersons as per rules.
Application Fee
Application Fee: Rs.200/- (payable online).
Exemptions as per rules (if any, refer notification).
Selection Process
Selection based on merit in sports achievements as per DoPT order of preference.
Shortlisted candidates may be called for verification of documents/sports certificates.