Income Tax Pune Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 85 Steno, TA & MTS Posts

Income Tax Pune Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 is now open, and it’s great news for meritorious sportspersons hoping to land a stable Central Government job. The Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Pune, has released a notification for 85 vacancies across Stenographer Grade-II, Tax Assistant, and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts — all reserved exclusively for candidates who qualify under the sports quota category.

If you’ve represented your state or country in sports and have been looking for a government job that recognises that achievement, this is worth your attention. Online applications opened on 15th August 2026 and will close on 15th September 2026. Below, we break down everything you need to know — eligibility, vacancy distribution, salary, and a simple step-by-step guide to apply before the window closes.

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Income Tax Pune Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates

Keep these dates handy so you don’t miss any step of the process.

⚠️ Don’t wait until the final week to apply. Government application portals tend to slow down close to the deadline, so it’s smart to submit your form a few days early.

Vacancy Details

The 85 posts under this Income Tax Pune Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 drive are spread across three categories:

Tax Assistant carries the largest share of vacancies at 40 posts, making it the post to watch for aspirants from a general or commerce background, while MTS remains the most accessible entry point for candidates who meet the basic qualification.

📌 Also Read: DGPM CBIC Additional Assistant Director Recruitment 2026 — another tax-department opening worth checking out.

Eligibility Criteria for Income Tax Pune Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

This recruitment is meant specifically for meritorious sportspersons, so the eligibility rules differ from a regular Sarkari Naukri notification.

Sports Achievement Criteria

• You must qualify as a “meritorious sportsperson” as defined under the DoPT Office Memorandum (OM) dated 4th March 2024 — this typically covers candidates who have represented the country or state at recognised national/international tournaments.
• The specific games, level of participation, and years of eligibility are laid out post-wise on the official website, so read the detailed OM criteria carefully before you apply.

Educational Qualification

• Qualification requirements vary by post (Stenographer Grade-II, Tax Assistant, or MTS) and are listed on incometaxindia.gov.in/pune/news-updates. Since these vary post to post, don’t assume — check the exact requirement for the post you’re targeting.

Age Limit and Category Relaxation

✅ Age limit and category-wise relaxation details are published on the Department’s official website — always verify the exact age band before you apply, since sports quota rules can carry additional relaxations on top of the standard ones.

Income Tax Pune Sports Quota Salary 2026

Here’s what selected candidates can expect to earn, based on the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix:

On top of the basic pay, selected employees also receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Travel Allowance (TA) as per Central Government norms — which means the actual in-hand salary will be meaningfully higher than the basic figure shown above.

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Selection Process

The exact selection stages for the sports quota category are detailed in the official notification, but broadly, sports quota recruitment in Central Government departments typically follows these steps:

1. Screening of applications based on sports achievement and eligibility criteria.
2. Verification of sports certificates against the DoPT OM 2024 standards.
3. Document and educational qualification verification.
4. Trial/interview (where applicable), to assess playing standard and suitability for the post.

Refer to the official notification for the exact stage-wise breakdown specific to your post.

How to Apply for Income Tax Pune Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to submit your application correctly:

1. Visit the official application website for this recruitment.
2. Go through the detailed eligibility conditions published at incometaxindia.gov.in/pune/news-updates before you start filling the form.
3. Register and enter your personal, educational, and sports achievement details carefully.
4. Upload the required documents, including your sports certificates and educational proofs.
5. Review every section of the form once before hitting submit — incomplete applications are rejected outright.
6. Submit the form online before 15 September 2026.
7. Save and print a copy of your submitted application for future reference.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep your photo (20–50 KB) and signature (10–40 KB) scanned and ready beforehand — it makes the online form much quicker to complete.

📌 Also Read: Bihar BSSC Stenographer Recruitment if you’re also targeting Stenographer posts elsewhere.

Documents Required

• Educational qualification certificates as prescribed for your chosen post
• Sports certificates/proof of representation as per the DoPT OM dated 4th March 2024
• Age proof (Matriculation/10th certificate)
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
• Recent passport-size photograph and signature
• Valid photo ID proof
• Any other document specified on the official application website

📌 Also Read: RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification and UPSSSC Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 for more Assistant-level Sarkari Naukri options currently open.

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Summing Up…

If you’re a sportsperson who has represented at the national or international level, Income Tax Pune Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 is a genuine chance to convert that achievement into a stable Central Government career — complete with a 7th CPC salary, job security, and long-term growth. With 85 posts on offer across Steno, TA, and MTS, take time to check the detailed eligibility on the official website, gather your sports certificates, and submit your application well before 15 September 2026.

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Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification published by the Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Pune. GovtServiceInfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from the official website. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.