Government of India, Ministry of Finance, Department of Revenue invites applications from Government Servants retired from the Central Government / Supreme Court or Tribunals on temporary contract basis for various posts in the Principal Bench and 31 State Benches of Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT). These are consultant positions for retired personnel to support GSTAT operations.
GSTAT Recruitment 2026
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| Organization | Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT), Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance |
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| Post Name | Joint Registrar, Deputy Registrar, Principal Private Secretary, Assistant Registrar, Court Officer, Senior Private Secretary, Private Secretary (Consultants on Contract) |
| Total Vacancies | 75 Posts |
| Maximum Age Limit | 62 years (as on last date of application) |
| Remuneration | As per DoE OM dated 09.12.2020 & extant GoI instructions (last pay drawn minus pension) |
| Minimum Qualification / Experience | Retired from Central Govt / Supreme Court / Tribunals in relevant grades |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting + Interview / as per rules |
| Job Location | Principal Bench & 31 State Benches across India |
| Last Date | To be notified |
✅ GSTAT Vacancy 2026 Details
| Post Name | No of Vacancies | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
|---|---|---|
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Joint Registrar |
05 |
Level 12 |
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Deputy Registrar |
06 |
Level 11 |
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Principal Private Secretary |
10 |
Level 11 |
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Assistant Registrar |
01 |
Level 10 |
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Court Officer |
14 |
Level 08 |
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Senior Private Secretary |
16 |
Level 08 |
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Private Secretary |
23 |
Level 07 |
✅ GSTAT Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Max Age | Eligibility & Experience |
|---|---|---|
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All Posts (Consultants) |
62 Years (as on closing date) |
Eligibility: Retired Government Servants from Central Government / Supreme Court / Tribunals. |
✅ GSTAT Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
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Shortlisting of Applications |
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Interview / Assessment (as decided by competent authority) |
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Document Verification |
✅ GSTAT Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
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Online Application Opening Date |
15 January 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application |
Check official portal |
✅ GSTAT Recruitment 2026 Important Links:
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Detailed Notification / Vacancy Circular PDF |
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Online Application Portal |
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Department of Revenue Official Website |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply GSTAT Recruitment 2026
Eligible retired government servants must apply ONLINE only through the designated portal. No other mode is accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit the application portal at gstn.org.in/gstat-sub-staff/.
➢ Step 2: Register and fill the online application form with personal, retirement, experience, and other details.
➢ Step 3: Upload scanned copies of required documents (retirement order, service certificates, PPO, relevant experience proofs, etc.).
➢ Step 4: Submit the application and take a printout for records.
➢ Step 5: No application fee mentioned; check portal for updates.
Applications started from 15 January 2026. Last date to be confirmed on the official portal as it may be specified there.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in GSTAT Recruitment 2026?
75 posts across various administrative and secretarial roles in Principal and State Benches on contract basis for retired government servants.
What is the age limit for GSTAT Recruitment 2026?
Maximum 62 years as on the last date of application (engagement up to 65 years or 5 years contract max).
What is the remuneration in GSTAT Recruitment 2026?
Fixed as per Department of Expenditure OM dated 09.12.2020 (typically last pay drawn minus pension + allowances as applicable).
What is the selection process for GSTAT Recruitment 2026?
Shortlisting based on applications followed by interview or assessment; purely contractual and temporary.
What are the important dates for GSTAT Recruitment 2026?
Online applications opened: 15 January 2026 | Last date: To be notified on the portal (check https://gstn.org.in/gstat-sub-staff/ regularly).
Who can apply for GSTAT Recruitment 2026?
Retired Central Government servants / from Supreme Court / Tribunals, having retired from analogous posts/grades.