The Income Tax Department, Tamil Nadu & Puducherry has issued a notification for the recruitment of Stenographer Grade I posts on a deputation basis. Eligible Central Government employees can submit their applications through offline channels before the deadline.
Overview
The recruitment drive is being conducted under Advertisement Number C.No. 6(4)/Estt/Steno Gr.I/DPC/2026. A total of 146 vacancies have been announced across various stations in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
Appointments will be carried out strictly on a deputation basis for an initial term that normally does not exceed three years. Selected personnel will be placed under Pay Level-6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission matrix.
Important Dates
- Date of Notification Circular: September 3, 2026
- Last Date for Submission of Applications: October 30, 2026
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
Candidates must ensure they satisfy the required service requirements and age norms before applying.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Age Limit | Educational & Service Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade I | 146 | Maximum 56 years as of the application closing date | Central Government officers holding the post of Stenographer: (i) Holding an analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department; OR (ii) Having at least ten years of regular service in Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100) or equivalent. |
Please note that departmental officials already serving as Stenographer Grade-I or Grade-II within the Income Tax Department are not eligible to apply under this deputation scheme.
Application Fee
There is no application fee mentioned in the official vacancy circular for applying to these deputation positions.
How to Apply
- Visit the official portal at tnincometax.gov.in and download the prescribed application format.
- Complete the application form with accurate personal, educational, and service history details.
- Enclose attested photocopies of APARs for the last five years (signed and stamped on each page by an officer not below the rank of Under Secretary to the Government of India).
- Attach essential clearances including the Integrity Certificate, Vigilance Clearance Certificate, Major/Minor Penalty Statement for the past 10 years, and the official Cadre Clearance.
- Submit the dossier through the proper administrative channel after necessary verification by the Head of Office.
- Forward the completed physical application to:
Commissioner of Income Tax (Admin & TPS)
O/o Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Tamil Nadu & Puducherry,
Ponni Block, 121, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai – 600034. - Ensure the application envelope reaches the designated office on or before October 30, 2026.
Source: govtjobguru.in
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