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Income Tax Department Group-C Recruitment 2026 Apply Now

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The Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, has officially released a recruitment advertisement, Advt. No. Pr.CCIT/CS/Canteen Recruitment/2026-27. The notification invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for direct recruitment to the post of Canteen Attendant (General Central Service, Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) in Departmental Canteens. A total of Various vacancies are open for 10th-pass candidates.

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal before the closing deadline. There is no application fee for any category.

Below are the complete details regarding this recruitment drive, covering vacancy distributions, eligibility conditions, age limits, selection procedure, and step-by-step application instructions.

Recruitment Overview

  • Recruiting Body: Income Tax Department (Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax)
  • Advertisement Number: No. Pr.CCIT/CS/Canteen Recruitment/2026-27
  • Post Name: Canteen Attendant (Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial)
  • Total Vacancies: Various Posts (UR: 03, SC: 01, ST: 01, OBC: 01, EWS: 01)
  • Pay Scale: Level-1 Pay Matrix (₹18,000 – ₹56,900/- per month + applicable Central Government allowances)
  • Application Mode: Online Only
  • Application Fee: Nil (Free for all categories)

Important Dates

  • Notification Release Date: July 30, 2026
  • Online Application Starts From: August 11, 2026
  • Last Date to Apply Online: August 31, 2026 (up to 11:00 PM)
  • Crucial Cut-Off Date for Age & Qualification: August 31, 2026

Educational Qualification Requirements

Candidates must fulfill the academic prerequisites on or before August 31, 2026:

  • Educational Qualification: Passed Class 10th (Matriculation) or equivalent examination from a recognized School Education Board.
  • Duties Involved: Preparation of tea/coffee/beverages; serving food and water to staff/officers; washing dishes; maintaining general cleanliness and hygiene in the departmental canteen.

Age Limit Criteria (As on 31.08.2026)

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 25 Years (Born between September 01, 2001, and August 31, 2008)
  • Permissible Age Relaxations:
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 3 Years
  • SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years
  • PwBD (Unreserved) Candidates: 10 Years
  • Ex-Servicemen: 3 Years after deduction of military service from actual age
  • Central Government Civilian Employees: Up to 40 Years of age (with a minimum 3 years of regular continuous service)

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of four stages:

  1. Shortlisting of Candidates: Scrutiny and shortlisting of applicants based on marks obtained in Class 10th (Matriculation) in a ratio of 40 candidates per vacancy.
  2. Written Examination (40 Marks): Objective-type MCQ test comprising questions from English Comprehension, Hindi, Food & Nutrition, Mathematics, and Hygiene & Cleanliness (0.25 negative marking per incorrect answer).
  3. Practical Skill Test (60 Marks): Practical assessment testing proficiency in beverage preparation, basic food handling techniques, food presentation, hygiene, and cleanliness.
  4. Document Verification & Medical Clearance: Verification of original educational mark sheets, age proof, identity proof, caste certificates, and medical fitness assessment.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can complete their online application by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official regional portal of the Income Tax Department.
  2. Locate the link for “Direct Recruitment of Canteen Attendant 2026” and complete your new candidate registration.
  3. Log in using your generated credentials and fill out personal, educational, and communication details.
  4. Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-sized photograph, signature, 10th mark sheet/certificate, valid photo ID, and caste certificate (if applicable).
  5. Review all details carefully. Since there is no application fee, proceed directly to final submission.
  6. Submit the online form before August 31, 2026 (11:00 PM) and download/print the confirmation summary page for future reference.

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