Highlights
| Organisation |
Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), Ministry of Law & Justice, Government of India |
| Post Name |
Senior Private Secretary, Private Secretary (Group B Gazetted) |
| Total Vacancies |
42 (22 Senior Private Secretary + 20 Private Secretary) |
| Application Mode |
Online, through ITAT’s recruitment portal |
| Start Date |
18 July 2026 |
| Last Date |
Within 30 days from 18 July 2026 (i.e., 17 August 2026) |
| Official Website |
https://www.itat.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), under the Ministry of Law & Justice, is recruiting for the posts of Senior Private Secretary and Private Secretary (both Group B Gazetted) across its various benches in India.
Vacancy Details
| Post |
Total Vacancies |
Category‑wise Break‑up |
Horizontal Reservation |
| Senior Private Secretary |
22 |
SC‑01, ST‑05, OBC‑04, EWS‑05, General‑07 |
PWD‑03 |
| Private Secretary |
20 |
SC‑05, ST‑02, OBC‑06, EWS‑03, General‑10 |
PWD‑02 |
| Total |
42 |
– |
– |
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian national as defined under the Constitution of India.
- Age Limit: Must not exceed 35 years as on the 30th day from the date of advertisement (18 July 2026). Age relaxations as per Government orders apply for SC/ST/OBC and government servants.
- Educational Qualification: Degree of a recognized university or equivalent.
- Additional Requirements:
- English Shorthand speed of 120 words per minute.
- Working knowledge of computers (Microsoft Office, Excel, Page‑Maker, etc.).
Pay Scale & Salary
| Post |
Pay Scale |
| Senior Private Secretary |
₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100 (Pay Level‑8, 7th CPC) |
| Private Secretary |
₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 (Pay Level‑7, 7th CPC) |
Important Dates
| Date of Publication (Employment News) |
18 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
Within 30 days from 18 July 2026 (i.e., 17 August 2026) |
Selection Process
- Written Examination (2 papers, 100 marks each).
- Skill Test (English Shorthand & Typing, 100 marks).
- Personal Interview (75 marks).
How to Apply
- Visit the ITAT recruitment portal: https://itat.gov.in/recruitments.
- Register as a new user and fill in the online application form with personal, educational and category details.
- If you wish to apply for both posts, submit a single application; the post allotted will depend on your rank in the consolidated merit list.
- Upload self‑attested copies of all required documents (degree certificates, caste/NC/OBC/EWS/PWD certificates, etc.).
- Submit the application before the last date (within 30 days of 18 July 2026).
- Regularly check your registered email and the official ITAT website for admit cards, skill‑test/interview call letters and results.
Important Links
FAQs
- What is the total number of vacancies?
There are 42 vacancies (22 Senior Private Secretary + 20 Private Secretary).
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
The application must be submitted within 30 days of the advertisement date, i.e., by 17 August 2026.
- What are the age limits for the posts?
Candidates must not be older than 35 years as on 30 days from 18 July 2026. Age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC and government servants.
- Is there any application fee?
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.
- How many papers are there in the written examination and what is their total marks?
There are two papers – General English and General Knowledge & Reasoning – each carrying 100 marks, for a total of 200 marks.
- What is the required shorthand speed?
Applicants must type English Shorthand at a minimum speed of 120 words per minute.
- Where can I find the official notification PDF?
The official notification is Circular No. F.301-Ad(ATD)/DR/2026-27 available on the ITAT website under the “Recruitments” section.
