- Recruitment under the Sports Quota for meritorious sportspersons in 65 disciplines listed in DoPT Office Memorandum No. DOPT-1720781414772 dated 04.03.2024.
- Applications invited for 17 vacancies: 3 Tax Assistant posts and 14 Havaldar posts.
- Open to sportspersons who have represented at national/international competitions, medal winners in Khelo India Games, or achieved excellence in specified sports.
- Offline application mode only: submit by post or hand-delivery to the Lucknow Zone office by 23 November 2026 (17:00 hrs).
- Additional 10 days allowed for applicants from North Eastern States, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh.
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Active Listing
🎓 Any Graduate
CGST Lucknow Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Tax Assistant & Havaldar
Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of CGST & Central Excise Zone Lucknow
Total Vacancies
17
Job Location
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh (posting location not specified; applications addressed to Lucknow Zone office)
Apply Deadline
23 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of CGST & Central Excise Zone Lucknow (CGST Lucknow) |
| Job Category | Administrative |
| Eligibility Qualification | Any Graduate (any-graduate) |
| Number of Vacancies | 17 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale |
- Tax Assistant: Level 4 in the pay matrix, Rs. 25,500 - Rs. 81,100/month (as per 7th CPC). - Havaldar: Level 1 in the pay matrix, Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 56,900/month (as per 7th CPC). |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Summary: No application fee details are mentioned in the provided job notification text. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a meritorious sportsperson in one of the 65 disciplines listed in DoPT Office Memorandum No. DOPT-1720781414772 dated 04.03.2024.
- Eligible if you have represented State or Country in National/International competitions, or won medals in Junior National Championships, Khelo India Games, Khelo India University Games, or School Games Federation of India.
- For Chess: Must hold Grand Master (GM), International Master (IM), or Chess Olympiad titles in the Open Category (e.g., WGM).
- Must have participated in Inter-University Tournaments or National School Games for sports listed in the DoPT memorandum.
- Educational Qualification: Not explicitly stated in the notification. Check the detailed notice on [cbic.gov.in](https://www.cbic.gov.in) or [ccolkozone.gov.in](https://ccolkozone.gov.in) for specifics.
- Age Limit: Not specified in the notification. Check the official website for details.
- Eligible if you have represented State or Country in National/International competitions, or won medals in Junior National Championships, Khelo India Games, Khelo India University Games, or School Games Federation of India.
- For Chess: Must hold Grand Master (GM), International Master (IM), or Chess Olympiad titles in the Open Category (e.g., WGM).
- Must have participated in Inter-University Tournaments or National School Games for sports listed in the DoPT memorandum.
- Educational Qualification: Not explicitly stated in the notification. Check the detailed notice on [cbic.gov.in](https://www.cbic.gov.in) or [ccolkozone.gov.in](https://ccolkozone.gov.in) for specifics.
- Age Limit: Not specified in the notification. Check the official website for details.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Scrutiny of applications for eligibility.
- Field trials and verification of sports achievements.
- Field trials and verification of sports achievements.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Not explicitly listed in the notification. Follow the prescribed proforma available on [cbic.gov.in](https://www.cbic.gov.in) or [ccolkozone.gov.in](https://ccolkozone.gov.in).
💳 Application Fee Details
• Summary: No application fee details are mentioned in the provided job notification text.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the CGST Lucknow Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 17 vacancies available: 3 for Tax Assistant and 14 for Havaldar.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the CGST Lucknow Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the offline application is 23 November 2026 (17:00 hrs). Applicants from remote areas get an additional 10 days.
Q.
What is the salary range for the Havaldar post under this recruitment?
The Havaldar post carries a salary range of Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 56,900/month as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (Level 1).
Q.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
The notification does not mention any application fee for this recruitment.
Q.
Where should I send my application for the CGST Lucknow Sports Quota Recruitment?
Applications must be sent to the Additional Commissioner (CCA), Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of CGST & Central Excise Lucknow Zone, 7-A, Ashok Marg, Lucknow-226001.