📢 Income Tax Recruitment 2025: Official Notification & Application Guide

The Income Tax Department (ITD), under the Ministry of Finance, is one of the most prestigious central government organizations in India. For 2025, recruitment is primarily conducted through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for major posts, while specific vacancies (like Sports Quota) are released regionally by the department itself.

1. Job Roles & Vacancy Overview

The recruitment generally covers Group B and Group C posts.

Note: The “Income Tax Inspector” post is highly coveted due to its social status, faster promotions, and dynamic work profile (Assessment & Non-Assessment charges).

2. Recruitment Channels (How to Apply)

A. SSC CGL 2025 (Primary Route)

Most vacancies for Inspectors and Tax Assistants are filled through the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam conducted by SSC.

• Notification Date: Expected June 2025.
• Exam Date: Tier-1 expected in August/September 2025.¹
• Official Website: ssc.gov.in

B. Sports Quota & Regional Drives

Regional Income Tax offices (e.g., Mumbai, Delhi, Kerala, Kolkata regions) release separate notifications for Meritorious Sportspersons.

• Notification Date: Varies by region (Often February – April 2025).
• Selection: Based on Sports Trials and Achievement Verification (No written exam usually).
• Official Website: incometaxindia.gov.in

3. Eligibility Criteria (As of Jan 1, 2025)

Education Qualification

• Income Tax Inspector: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.²
• Tax Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree + Data Entry Speed of 8,000 Key Depressions per hour.³
• Stenographer Gr. II: 12th Standard Pass + Dictation (10 mins @ 80 wpm).
• MTS: 10th Standard (Matriculation) Pass.⁴

Age Limit

4. Selection Process

For SSC CGL Candidates (Inspector/TA)

1. Tier-1 Exam (Computer Based): General Intelligence, Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English.
2. Tier-2 Exam (Computer Based): Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning, English Language, General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge Module.
3. Data Entry Skill Test (DEST): Mandatory for Tax Assistants (and qualifying for others).⁵
4. Document Verification (DV): Conducted by the User Department (Income Tax Dept).

For Sports Quota Candidates

1. Shortlisting: Based on sports achievements (National/International medals).⁶
2. Field Trials: Physical demonstration of sports skills.
3. Document Verification & Medical Test.

5. How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)

Method 1: Applying via SSC (For General Aspirants)

1. Visit ssc.gov.in during the active window (June/July 2025).
2. One-Time Registration (OTR): Register using your Mobile Number and Email ID.⁷
3. Login and select “Combined Graduate Level Examination 2025”.
4. Fill Details: Enter educational qualifications and center preferences.
5. Upload: Photo (Live capture usually required) and Signature.⁸
6. Fee Payment: ₹100 (Women/SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen are exempted).⁹
7. Submit: Save the confirmation PDF.

Method 2: Applying via Income Tax Portal (For Sports Quota)

1. Go to the regional website (e.g., incometaxdelhi.org or incometaxmumbai.gov.in).
2. Look for the “Recruitment of Meritorious Sportspersons” link.
3. Download the Application Form (often offline/hybrid).
4. Send the filled form along with self-attested copies of sports certificates to the mentioned regional address (e.g., Dy. Commissioner of Income Tax).

6. Important Links Table

Disclaimer / Note – All information in this post is for immediate help to candidates and is taken from websites and Google Gemini . Please always check the official notification and website before applying. We are not responsible for any error or changes in the information.