ITAT Private Secretary Recruitment 2026: Apply for 42 Posts Online 

The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) is hiring for 42 posts, including 22 Senior Private Secretary and 20 Private Secretary positions. Selected candidates will be posted at various ITAT offices across the country. You must read the details regarding qualifications, age limit, and others to check if you can apply. The end date to apply for these roles is August 16, 2026. 

ITAT Private Secretary Recruitment 2026: Key Details

Hiring Body: Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), Ministry of Law & Justice

Target Roles: Senior Private Secretary & Private Secretary (Group B Gazetted)

Total Vacancies: 42 

Mode of Application: Online Only

Selection Stages: Written Exam, Skill Test, and Personal Interview

Job Location: Various ITAT offices across India

ITAT Private Secretary Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

• Notification Released On: July 18, 2026

• Last Date to Apply: Within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News

ITAT Recruitment 2026: Vacancy and Salary Details 

ITAT is hiring for 42 regular vacancies for high-ranking Group B roles. These roles offer great monthly pay grades. The post of Senior Private Secretary has 22 open seats, while the Private Secretary post has 20 seats available.

Senior Private Secretary

• Total Open Seats: 22 vacancies.
• Category Break-up: SC (01), ST (05), OBC (04), EWS (05), and General (UR) 07.
• Horizontal Reservation: 03 seats are reserved for PWD candidates.
• Monthly Salary Scale: Pay Level-8 ranging from INR 47,600 to INR 1,51,100 per month.

Private Secretary

• Total Open Seats: 20 vacancies.
• Category Break-up: SC (05), ST (02), OBC (06), EWS (03), and General (UR) 10.
• Horizontal Reservation: 02 seats are reserved for PWD candidates.
• Monthly Salary Scale: Pay Level-7 ranging from INR 44,900 to INR 1,42,400 per month.

Note: The total number of vacancies can be increased or decreased later depending on government requirements.

ITAT Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Only Indian nationals can apply for these Private Secretary jobs. The educational qualification and special skill requirements are the same for both the Senior Private Secretary and regular Private Secretary posts.

• Degree Needed: Applicants must be a Graduate Degree (Bachelor’s Degree) holder in any stream from a recognized university or an equivalent college qualification.

• Shorthand Skill: You must have a high typing speed of 120 words per minute (WPM) in English Shorthand.

• Computer Knowledge: You must have a working knowledge of computers and office software like Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) or Page-Maker.

What Is the Age Limit?

Candidates applying for the Private Secretary roles must confirm if they meet the required age limit set by the ITAT:

• Maximum Age Limit: Your age must not be more than 35 years old to apply for either of the two posts.

• Crucial Date for Age Calculation: Your exact age will be calculated as of the 30th day from the date this advertisement is officially published in the “Employment News” paper.

• Age Relaxation: Standard age relaxation is available for issued SC, ST, OBC candidates, and serving Government servants by the Central Government.

• Extra Time for Special Regions: Candidates from regions like Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh, Lahaul & Spiti district, Pangi Sub-Division of Chamba district (Himachal Pradesh), Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep will get extra consideration as per official notification rules.

What Is the Selection Process?

You must note that you have to pass multiple stages to secure Private Secretary jobs under ITAT. The written tests for both these roles will take place at 9 stations, including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Guwahati, Lucknow, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, and Hyderabad. You must select two test centers based on your preference. You should also note that ITAT can cancel any center if it gets a few candidates. In such a case, you have to appear at the second exam centre that you have chosen.

Written Exam Pattern

• Paper 1 (General English): 100 marks. Covers essay writing, letter writing, precise writing, and grammar rules.

• Paper 2 (General Knowledge & Reasoning): 100 marks. Covers general studies, logical reasoning, and current affairs.
• Language Medium: Both papers are conducted in the English medium only.

Skill Test Pattern

• Test Details: Total of 100 marks.
• Shorthand Rule: Requires English shorthand speed at 120 words per minute.
• Typing Rule: Requires English typing speed at 45 words per minute.
• Evaluation: You must pass the written test to qualify for the skill test stage.
• Personal Interview
• Total Marks: 75 marks.
• Eligibility: Only candidates who successfully pass the skill test will be called for the interview.
• Schedule: The specific interview dates and venues will be announced later.

Passing Marks Requirements

• General Category: 40% minimum in each paper and 50% aggregate score overall.
• OBC / EWS Categories: 35% minimum in each paper and 45% aggregate score overall.
• SC / ST / PWD Categories: 30% minimum in each paper and 40% aggregate score overall.

Travel Reimbursement Rule

SC and ST candidates working in government service can get their travel money back. They will get the cost of a 2nd Class Ordinary/Sleeper Class railway fare or standard bus fare when they show physical travel tickets for the skill test or interview.

ITAT Recruitment 2026: Documents Required

You need to upload self-attested copies of all the following documents when you fill out your application form online:

• Age Proof: Your 10th class certificate showing your date of birth.
• Degrees & Mark Sheets: Your Graduation Degree Certificate or mark sheets for all semesters/years, along with your Provisional Certificate.
• Caste Certificate: If you belong to the SC or ST category, you need to provide this document.
• OBC Certificate: The latest Non-Creamy Layer certificate if you are applying under the OBC category.
• EWS Certificate: The latest Income and Asset Certificate for EWS candidates.
• Disability Certificate: A certificate showing your nature and percentage of disability if you are applying under the PWD category.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC): A proper NOC from your current office or department if you are already a government employee.

How to Apply? 

You need to follow these instructions to submit your online application: 

• Firstly, you have to visit the official ITAT recruitment portal (itat.gov.in/recruitments).

• Then, you must register by entering your details and filling out your personal, education, and category information in the application form.

• Even if you want to apply for both posts, you only need to submit a single application form. A single combined exam will be conducted, and your final job posting will depend on the rank you get on the merit list.

• Now, you have to upload clear scans of all your self-attested documents.

• You need to submit your form within 30 days from the date this notice is published in the “Employment News” paper.

• Make sure you regularly check your email address and the official ITAT website for updates regarding exam dates, admit cards, or interview letters, as no offline mail will be sent.

Important Links

Employment News Notification Link: https://img2.freejobalert.com/news/2026/07/774128-6a5703adda55259942046.pdf

Official IATA Website

https://itat.gov.in/

Key Points to Note

• You will not receive direct calls or letters regarding exams, interviews, or final results.
• You must check your registered email ID or updates on the website for admit cards, exam dates, and other information.
• Selected candidates will have to serve a compulsory probation period of 2 years from the date they join the job. They can be posted or transferred to any ITAT Benches anywhere in India.
• If there are any legal issues regarding this hiring project, they will only be handled by the courts in Mumbai.
• The decision of ITAT regarding exam rules, selection process, and eligibility checks will be final.

What Can Disqualify Your Application?

Candidates applying for these roles must know that their application form will be rejected in the following cases:

• If you leave any required field blank or incomplete in your application form.
• If you don’t attach all self-attested copies of the required documents. 
• If you fail to upload proper category certificates issued by the right government officers.
• Applications of anyone with an active pending criminal case will be disqualified.
• Anyone caught using unfair means or trying to influence the selection panel to secure the job will face immediate rejection.