The Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) has issued a vacancy circular dated 6 November 2026 for 237 posts. This recruitment is on DEPUTATION ONLY, which means only serving officers and officials of the Central Government, State Governments, Union Territories and Tribunals can apply. General graduates cannot apply for these posts. Online applications open on 15 November 2026.
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Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Posts |
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| Stenographer Grade I | 59 |
| Court Officer | 56 |
| Private Secretary | 23 |
| Upper Division Clerk | 19 |
| Senior Private Secretary | 18 |
| Assistant | 17 |
| Accountant | 15 |
| Principal Private Secretary | 10 |
| Senior Accounts Officer | 9 |
| Deputy Registrar | 6 |
| Joint Registrar | 3 |
| Financial Advisor | 1 |
| Assistant Registrar | 1 |
| Total | 237 |
Most posts need a Bachelor’s degree with 2 to 6 years of relevant experience. Some posts have service conditions only, with no educational qualification printed. Each post needs an analogous post held on a regular basis, or the prescribed years of regular service in a lower pay level. Check the official circular for the full post-wise service conditions. Selection is on a merit-cum-first-cum-first-receipt basis. Selected candidates cannot withdraw afterwards.
How to Apply:
- Apply online at gstn.org.in/gstat-application from 15 November 2026.
- Give 3 bench preferences in the form and submit it within the given time.
- Send a copy of the application to your Cadre Controlling Authority as well.
- The Cadre Controlling Authority forwards it with attested APARs / ACRs of the last 5 years.
- Applications go to the Under Secretary, Ad.1C Branch, Department of Revenue, Kartavya Bhawan-1, New Delhi-110001.
Important Links
| GSTAT Recruitment Page (Department of Revenue) | dor.gov.in/gstat-recruitment |
| Online Application Link (from 15 Nov 2026) | gstn.org.in/gstat-application |
This is a private information portal (not a government website) – check the official website for exact information.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts are there in GSTAT Recruitment 2026?
There are 237 posts in total, with the highest 59 posts of Stenographer Grade I and 56 posts of Court Officer.
Is this an open recruitment?
No, this is a deputation-only recruitment. Only officers and officials already in government service can apply.
What is the last date to apply?
Online applications open on 15 November 2026 and must be submitted before 15 December 2026.
What is the application fee?
No application fee is mentioned in the circular.
What is the maximum age limit?
The maximum age is 56 years for most posts and 58 years for Upper Division Clerk.
