The Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh Region (Bhopal), has released an official recruitment notification for the post of Canteen Attendant in non-statutory Departmental Canteens. This is a fantastic opportunity for 10th-pass candidates seeking a stable central government job in the Income Tax Department.
The recruitment drive is being conducted to fill 07 vacancies under the General Central Service, Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial category. A major highlight of this recruitment is that there is NO application fee for any category of candidates. Eligible Indian citizens can submit their applications strictly through the online mode starting from 11 August 2026. The online application window will remain open until 31 August 2026 (23:00 hrs).
Read this detailed and comprehensive article to understand the category-wise vacancy breakdown, exact age limit, educational criteria, three-stage selection process, syllabus, and step-by-step application guidelines.
Quick Review: Income Tax MPCG Recruitment 2026
Important Dates Schedule
Candidates must strictly follow the application timeline as the department will not accept any offline forms or late submissions.
Vacancy Details (Category-Wise)
The recruitment aims to fill 07 posts of Canteen Attendant. Below is the detailed vertical and horizontal reservation breakdown:
Eligibility Criteria (Education & Age Limit)
The crucial cut-off date for determining the age limit and educational qualification is 31.08.2026.
1. Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Standard) or equivalent from any recognized board on or before 31.08.2026.
- Candidates possessing equivalent educational qualifications must produce an Equivalence Certificate during Document Verification.
2. Age Limit (As on 31.08.2026):
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age: 25 Years.
- Candidates must have been born between 01.09.2001 and 31.08.2008.
Age Relaxations:
- OBC Candidates: 3 Years
- SC/ST Candidates: 5 Years
- PwBD (Unreserved): 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years after the deduction of military service rendered from the actual age
- Central Government Civilian Employees: Up to 40 Years of age (with minimum 3 years of regular continuous service)
(Note: The date of birth recorded in the 10th standard certificate will be accepted as final proof).
Salary & Job Profile
Pay Scale:
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900) as per the 7th Pay Commission, along with other central government allowances. The probation period for this post is 2 years. Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere under the jurisdiction of the Pr. Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, MP & CG.
Duties of Canteen Attendant:
- Preparing Tea/Coffee/Juice for users and serving in official meetings.
- Providing regular room service to Officers and Staff.
- Collecting used cups/plates and utensils after meetings.
- Cleaning crockery/cutlery in three stages (running water, hot detergent water, potassium permanganate solution).
- Sweeping and washing floor areas, dusting furniture, and cleaning cooking slabs.
Comprehensive Three-Stage Selection Process
The selection for Canteen Attendant will be based on a multi-tier screening process:
Stage-1: Scrutiny and Shortlisting
- Out of all eligible applications, candidates will be shortlisted based on the percentage of total marks obtained in the Matriculation (10th Standard) exam.
- A maximum of 280 candidates (i.e., 40 candidates against each vacancy) will be called for the Written Exam.
- Tie-breaker for Stage-1: If percentages clash, older candidates will be placed higher. If age is also identical, all such tied candidates will be called for the exam.
Stage-2: Objective Type Written Examination
- Duration: 30 minutes (40 minutes for candidates eligible for scribes).
- Format: 40 multiple choice questions (1 mark each). Total 40 marks.
- Negative Marking: 1/4th (0.25) mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Syllabus Breakdown: English Comprehension (10 Qs), Hindi Comprehension (10 Qs), Food and Nutrition (10 Qs), Quantitative Aptitude (5 Qs), and Hygiene and Cleanliness (5 Qs).
- Venue: The written exam will be held only in Bhopal, M.P..
Stage-3: Skill Test
- Based on written exam scores, 70 candidates (10 candidates per vacancy) will be shortlisted for the Skill Test in Bhopal.
- The Skill Test carries a total of 60 marks and evaluates basic food handling, beverage preparation, presentation, and hygiene skills.
- Final Result: The final merit list will be prepared based on the combined performance (Score out of 100) from both the Written Examination and Skill Test.
How to Apply Online for Income Tax Canteen Attendant 2026?
Candidates must submit their applications exclusively online. No physical or offline forms will be accepted.
- Visit the Portal: Go to the official regional website of the department:
https://incometaxmpcg.gov.in. - Fill Details: Fill in all personal, educational, and category details carefully. Ensure one candidate submits only one application.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of the following:
- 10th Standard Certificate.
- Category/Caste Certificate (EWS/OBC/SC/ST) if applicable.
- Aadhar Card.
- Recent Passport-size photograph (full face, plain background, no cap/glasses, not older than 3 months).
- Scanned Signature in JPEG/JPG format.
- Submit Application: Review the filled form. Since there is No Application Fee, simply submit the application before 31 August 2026, 23:00 Hrs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for Income Tax MPCG Canteen Attendant?
Ans: There are a total of 07 vacancies available for the post of Canteen Attendant (Group ‘C’) in the MP & CG Region.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online for this recruitment?
Ans: The online application window will close on 31 August 2026 at 23:00 Hrs.
Q3. Is there any application fee required to apply?
Ans: No, there is absolutely NO application fee for any category of candidates applying for this post.
Q4. What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Ans: Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Standard) or its equivalent from any recognized board on or before 31.08.2026.
Q5. Will everyone who applies be called for the Written Exam?
Ans: No, only 280 candidates (40 candidates per vacancy) will be shortlisted for the written exam based on their percentage of marks in the 10th Standard.
Q6. What is the age limit for unreserved candidates?
Ans: For unreserved candidates, the age limit is between 18 to 25 years as of 31.08.2026. This means candidates must have been born between 01.09.2001 and 31.08.2008.
Q7. Where will the Written Examination and Skill Test be held?
Ans: Both the Objective Type Written Examination and the Skill Test will be conducted exclusively in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. No requests for a change of venue will be entertained.
Q8. Is there negative marking in the Written Exam?
Ans: Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 (1/4th) marks for every incorrect answer in the 40-question written exam.
