Income Tax Canteen Attendant Recruitment 2026
Official Notification Issued for MP & CG Region | 10th Pass Opportunity
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Income Tax Canteen Attendant Recruitment 2026: Overview
The Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh (MP&CG) Region, Bhopal, has published the official notification for the Income Tax Canteen Attendant Recruitment 2026 under Reference No. F.No. Pr.CCIT/MP/CS/Canteen Recruitment/2026-27 dated 13th July 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 7 vacancies for the post of Canteen Attendant in Non-Statutory Departmental Canteens (General Central Service, Group “C”, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial).
Eligible Indian citizens holding a Matriculation (10th Standard) qualification or equivalent from a recognized board can submit their applications online through the official regional portal from 11th August 2026 to 31st August 2026. There is no application fee for any category of candidates.
| Information Parameter | Official Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, MP & CG Region, Bhopal |
| Name of the Post | Canteen Attendant (Non-Statutory Departmental Canteen) |
| Cadre & Group | General Central Service, Group “C”, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
| Total Vacancies | 07 Posts |
| Notification Reference | F.No. Pr.CCIT/MP/CS/Canteen Recruitment/2026-27 |
| Notification Release Date | 13th July 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 11th August 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 31st August 2026 (up to 23:00 hrs) |
| Cut-Off Date (Age & Education) | 31st August 2026 |
| Application Fee | Nil (Free for All Categories) |
| Selection Process | Scrutiny/Shortlisting → Written Exam → Skill Test → Document Verification |
| Job Location | Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh Region |
| Official Website | incometaxmpcg.gov.in |
Income Tax Canteen Attendant Vacancy Details & Pay Scale
A total of 7 vacancies are available across various vertical reservation categories. Horizontal reservations are also allocated for Ex-Servicemen and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) as specified in the recruitment rules.
| Category | Vertical Reservation Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 03 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 01 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 01 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 01 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 01 |
| Total Vacancies | 07 |
Horizontal Reservation Breakup:
- Ex-Servicemen (EXS): 01 Vacancy
- Orthopedically Handicapped (OH – PwBD): 01 Vacancy
- Hearing Handicapped (HH): 00
- Visually Handicapped (VH): 00
Salary and Pay Level
Selected candidates for the post of Canteen Attendant will receive salary in accordance with the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix:
- Pay Level: Pay Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900)
- Basic Pay: Rs. 18,000 per month
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other government benefits as admissible under Central Government rules.
- Probation Period: 2 Years
Eligibility Criteria for Income Tax Canteen Attendant
Candidates must meet all prescribed eligibility requirements regarding nationality, educational qualification, and age limit as on the cut-off date, which is 31st August 2026.
Nationality
Only Indian Citizens are eligible to apply for this post.
Educational Qualification
- Requirement: Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Standard) or an equivalent examination from any recognized Board or Institution on or before 31.08.2026.
Age Limit (as on 31.08.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years (Candidate must not be born later than 31.08.2008)
- Maximum Age: 25 years (Candidate must not be born earlier than 01.09.2001)
| Category | Permissible Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC Candidates | 3 Years |
| SC / ST Candidates | 5 Years |
| PwBD (Unreserved) Candidates | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years after deduction of military service rendered from actual age |
| Central Government Civilian Employees (Min. 3 years regular continuous service) | Up to 40 Years of age |
Application Fee & Important Dates
There is complete exemption of application fee for all candidates applying for this recruitment.
| Category | Application Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| All Candidates (UR / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM) | Nil (Rs. 0 / Free) |
Important Schedule
| Event / Milestone | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 13th July 2026 |
| Online Application Opening Date | 11th August 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 31st August 2026 (up to 23:00 hrs) |
| Crucial Cut-Off Date for Age, Qualification & Category | 31st August 2026 |
| Exam Date & Skill Test Date | To be notified on website |
Income Tax Canteen Attendant Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The recruitment process consists of three sequential stages followed by Document Verification and Medical Fitness / Police Verification.
Stage 1: Scrutiny and Shortlisting
Applications will be screened based on marks scored in the 10th Standard / Matriculation examination. A total of 280 candidates (40 eligible candidates per vacancy) will be shortlisted for the Stage 2 written examination.
Stage 2: Objective Type Written Examination
The written examination will be conducted only at Bhopal (M.P.). It will be an objective multiple-choice test conducted in both Hindi and English.
| Subject / Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Comprehension | 10 | 10 |
| Hindi Comprehension | 10 | 10 |
| Food and Nutrition | 10 | 10 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 05 | 05 |
| Hygiene and Cleanliness | 05 | 05 |
| Total | 40 Questions | 40 Marks |
- Duration: 30 Minutes (40 Minutes for scribe-eligible PwBD candidates)
- Marking Scheme: +1 mark for each correct answer; negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
- Level: Matriculation Level
Stage 3: Skill Test
Top 70 candidates (10 candidates against each vacancy) based on written exam performance will be shortlisted for the Skill Test at Bhopal (M.P.).
- Maximum Marks: 60 Marks
- Evaluation Criteria: Proficiency in beverage preparation, basic food handling skills, cooking preparation techniques, presentation, hygiene, and cleanliness.
Final Merit List: Prepared out of 100 total marks (Written Exam 40 marks + Skill Test 60 marks).
How to Apply for Income Tax Canteen Attendant Recruitment 2026
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through online mode only by following the steps outlined below:
- Visit the official regional website of the Income Tax Department MP & CG: incometaxmpcg.gov.in.
- Click on the link for “Canteen Attendant Recruitment 2026-27”.
- Read the official notification and Annexure-I carefully before filling out the online form.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, address, and category details accurately.
- Upload required documents: Recent passport-size photograph (plain background, taken within 3 months), scanned signature, Class 10th certificate, caste/EWS/PwBD certificate (if applicable), and valid photo ID proof.
- Verify all details carefully. Submit only one application, as multiple submissions will result in rejection.
- Submit the completed application form before 31st August 2026 (23:00 hrs).
- Download and print a copy of the final submitted form for future reference.
Important Links
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|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A total of 07 vacancies are available for the Canteen Attendant post in the MP & CG Region.
Online applications start on 11th August 2026 and the last date to apply is 31st August 2026 (23:00 hrs).
Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Standard) or equivalent from a recognized board.
The age limit is 18 to 25 years as on 31.08.2026. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories (OBC: 3 yrs, SC/ST: 5 yrs, PwBD: 10 yrs).
There is no application fee for any category of candidates.
Both the objective written examination and the skill test will be conducted in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh only.
The post comes under Pay Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900) with a basic pay of Rs. 18,000 plus applicable allowances under 7th CPC.
The selection process comprises Stage 1 shortlisting based on 10th marks (280 candidates), Stage 2 written exam (40 marks), Stage 3 skill test (60 marks), and Document Verification.
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