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Central Board of Indirect Taxes & CustomsAll India RecruitmentpermanentYear 2026
Application Closed

CBIC Inspector, Havaldar & Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026

Advt / Notification Reference: CBIC/Rectt/Havaldar-Driver/2026

Total Vacancies
1,420 Posts
Last Date to Apply
30 Mar 2026
Pay Scale / Salary
Level 7 (Inspector) / Level 1 (Havaldar)
Educational Eligibility
Graduation for Inspector posts; 10th/Matriculation pass for Havaldar posts.

1. Recruitment Overview

Conducting Authority / CommissionCentral Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs
Recruitment Title / Post NameCBIC Inspector, Havaldar & Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026
Advertisement NumberCBIC/Rectt/Havaldar-Driver/2026
Recruitment Year2026
Total Notified Vacancies1,420 Posts
Jurisdiction / Job LocationAll India (Central Government Cadre)
Employment Naturepermanent
Application ModeOffline / Prescribed Proforma Submission
Current StatusApplications Closed

2. Important Official Dates

Official Notification Release Date31 Aug 2026
Online Application Start Date16 Feb 2026
Last Date to Submit Online Application30 Mar 2026
Notification Released / Application Window Opens16 Feb 2026
Online Application Closing Date30 Mar 2026

3. Latest Recruitment Updates & Notices

Verified Official Events
DateUpdate / NoticeSource Document
16 Feb 2026
Official CBIC Notification (CBIC/Rectt/Havaldar-Driver/2026)
Official Notice
View Notice

4. Vacancy Details & Distribution

Total: 1,420 Posts
Post NameTotalUROBCEWSSCSTPwDPay Level
Inspector (Central Excise / Preventive Officer / Examiner) / HavaldarCode: CBIC/Rectt/Havaldar-Driver/20261420000000Level 7

5. Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit

Educational Qualification

Graduation for Inspector posts; 10th/Matriculation pass for Havaldar posts.

Age Limit Criteria

Minimum 18 Years, Maximum 27 Years

Category-Wise Age Relaxation Rules

18 to 27 years (Inspector/Havaldar) with statutory relaxations.

6. Salary & Remuneration Scale

Official Monthly Pay ScaleLevel 7 (Inspector) / Level 1 (Havaldar)

Appointed candidates are entitled to official central/state allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and medical reimbursement as per prescribed civil service remuneration rules.

8. Selection Process & Stages

1Stage 1
Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Exam
2Stage 2
Document Verification
3Stage 3
Final Merit Listing
Standard Examination Pattern & Marking Scheme
Exam ModeCBT / Written MCQ
Question MediumBilingual (Hindi / Eng)
Standard Duration120 Minutes
Negative Marking0.25 / 0.33 Marks
Core Subject Modules: (1) General Intelligence & Reasoning, (2) General Awareness & Current Affairs, (3) Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Ability, (4) Domain Technical / Language Comprehension.

9. Required Documents for Registration

Recent Passport Size Photograph (clear background, JPG/JPEG format).
Candidate Signature clearly scanned in black ink.
10th (Matriculation) Certificate / Marksheet for Date of Birth verification.
Educational Qualification Marksheets & Degree / Diploma Certificates.
Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) if claiming reservation benefits.
Valid Government Photo ID Card (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Passport).

10. How to Apply Online

  1. 1

    Visit the official candidate registration portal of Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs using the verified link below.

  2. 2

    Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) with your active email address and mobile number.

  3. 3

    Carefully fill in educational qualifications, personal info, reservation category, and communication address.

  4. 4

    Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and mandatory eligibility certificates in the prescribed file sizes.

  5. 5

    Pay the online application fee (if applicable) and download / print the final acknowledgment receipt for future recruitment stages.

11. Important Official Links

Official Notification PDFDownload Notification
Official Commission WebsiteCentral Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs Official Portal
Admit Card / Hall TicketCheck Admit Card Status
Answer Key & Objection PortalCheck Official Answer Key
Final Result & Merit ListCheck Selection Results
Official Gazette Circulars & Annexures
Official CBIC Notification (CBIC/Rectt/Havaldar-Driver/2026)Open Document

12. Related Government Opportunities & Updates

13. Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date to apply for CBIC Inspector, Havaldar & Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026?

The online application window for CBIC Inspector, Havaldar & Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 (Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs) closes on 30 Mar 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the closing deadline.

Q2. When does the online application process start for CBIC Inspector, Havaldar & Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026?

The online applications for CBIC Inspector, Havaldar & Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 commence on 16 Feb 2026 via the official portal of Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs.

Q3. How many vacancies are announced for CBIC Inspector, Havaldar & Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026?

A total of 1420 vacancies have been notified for CBIC Inspector, Havaldar & Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 by Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs.

Q4. What is the educational qualification required for CBIC Inspector, Havaldar & Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026?

Applicants must possess Graduation for Inspector posts; 10th/Matriculation pass for Havaldar posts. from a recognized board/university as specified in the official notification circular.

Q5. What is the age limit for CBIC Inspector, Havaldar & Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026?

The age limit for CBIC Inspector, Havaldar & Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 is 18 - 27 Years. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per government rules.

Official Government Provenance & Verification

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