Kolkata Customs Sports Quota Recruitment 2025: The Office of the Chief Commissioner of Customs, Kolkata Zone invites applications from meritorious sportspersons for appointment to the posts of Tax Assistant, Havaldar and Multi-Tasking Staff under the Sports Quota. The Customs Department is one of the most inspiring career options for the Indian youth. A job in the Customs Department is adventurous, respectable, and offers the opportunity to contribute to the national economy. Interested and eligible candidates can apply for this post from 1st June to 31st July through the official website of the Customs Department.
In this article, you will find all the important information related to this recruitment, such as important dates, selection process, eligibility criteria, Kolkata Customs sports list, and more. However, we always recommend that all candidates read the official recruitment notification carefully before applying for the post.
Kolkata Customs Sports Quota Recruitment 2025
Kolkata Customs Recruitment 2025 - Important Dates
Event | Date |
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Notification Date | 19.05.2025 |
Application Portal Opening | 1 June 2025 |
Application Closing Date | 31 July 2025 |
Note: Exact dates will be announced on the official website.
Kolkata Customs Recruitment 2025 - Vacancy Details
Post | Pay Level | Vacancies | Service Type |
---|---|---|---|
Tax Assistant | Level-4 (₹25,500-81,100) | 10 | Group-C, Non-Gazetted, Ministerial |
Havaldar | Level-1 (₹18,000-56,900) | 14 | Group-C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level-1 (₹18,000-56,900) | 02 | Group-C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
Kolkata Customs Recruitment - Age Limits (as on 01.01.2025)
- Tax Assistant: 18-27 years
- Havaldar: 18-27 years
- MTS: 18-25 years
Age Relaxation:
- Outstanding Sportspersons: 5 years
- SC/ST Sportspersons: 10 years
- OBC Sportspersons: 8 years
Kolkata Customs Recruitment - Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification:
- Tax Assistant: Degree + Data Entry Speed (8000 KDPH)
- Havaldar: Matriculation + Physical Standards
- MTS: Matriculation
- Sports Eligibility:
- Represented India in International Competitions OR
- Represented State in National Championships OR
- Medal winners in Junior Nationals/Khelo India Games
- Represented University in Inter-University Tournaments
- Represented State Schools in National School Games
- Physical Standards (for Havaldar):
- Male: Height 157.5cm, Chest 81cm (expansion 5cm)
- Female: Height 152cm, Weight 48kg
- Relaxation for certain communities
Customs Recruitment Sports List
Applications accepted for 65 sports disciplines recognized by DoPT including:
- Archery
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Boxing
- Cricket
- Football
- Hockey
- Kabaddi
- Shooting
- Swimming
- Volleyball
- Weightlifting
- Wrestling
- And 51 other sports
Kolkata Customs Recruitment - Selection Process
- Application Scrutiny: Based on sports performance in last 3 years (2022-2024)
- Document Verification: For shortlisted candidates
- Ground Proficiency Test/Skill Test: Evaluation of sports performance
- Data Entry Test: For Tax Assistant candidates (8000 KDPH)
- Final Merit List: Based on:
- Sports performance (last 3 years)
- Highest career achievement
- Age
- Performance in Ground Proficiency Test
Preference Order:
- International representation for India
- State representation in Senior/Junior Nationals
- University representation in Inter-University
- Khelo India Games participation
- State Schools representation
Kolkata Customs Recruitment - How to Apply
- Application Mode: Online only through official websites
- Application Portal:
- Documents Required:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Sports participation certificates (Form 1-5 as applicable)
- Age proof (SSLC/Matriculation certificate)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- NOC (for employed candidates)
- Important Notes:
- No application fee
- No TA/DA for attending tests
- Probation period: 2 years for all posts
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Kolkata Customs Zone
Kolkata Customs Recruitment - Important Links
Additional Notes
- Only participation in recognized tournaments during 2022-2024 will be considered
- Certificates must be in prescribed formats signed by competent authorities
- Canvassing will lead to disqualification
- Department reserves right not to fill vacancies if suitable candidates not found
- Incomplete applications will be rejected
- All disputes subject to jurisdiction of Kolkata courts
- Beware of fake websites - only use official portals mentioned