The Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Gujarat (Income Tax Department Gujarat), Ahmedabad, is hiring Senior and Junior Standing Counsel on a contract fee-based engagement. Interested advocates and eligible retired/resigned Income Tax officers must apply offline before 30 November 2026.
Overview
This is a contract position offered to qualified advocates and former Income Tax officials. The engagement is on a fee-based model as per the revised schedule outlined in Instruction No. 7/2016. The role involves legal representation and counsel duties for the Income Tax Department across Gujarat.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Application Submission | 30 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Positions | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Standing Counsel | See the official notification | Advocates enrolled in High Court with minimum 5 years' direct tax experience before High Courts or ITAT; or 3 years as Junior Standing Counsel; or retired/resigned Income Tax officer of Addl. Commissioner/Director rank (3+ years) or higher; or former ITAT member (subject to disciplinary conditions) |
| Junior Standing Counsel | See the official notification | Advocates enrolled in High Court with minimum 3 years' experience handling direct tax matters before High Courts or ITAT; or eligible retired/resigned Income Tax officer of Additional/Joint CIT rank or below (subject to disciplinary conditions) |
Eligibility
Senior Standing Counsel: Candidates must be advocates enrolled in the High Court. They must have a minimum of 5 years of direct experience in handling tax matters before High Courts or ITAT as an advocate. Alternatively, candidates may qualify if they have served as Junior Standing Counsel of the Department for 3 years, or are retired/resigned Income Tax officers who held the rank of Additional Commissioner/Director or equivalent for at least 3 years (or any higher post), or are former ITAT members. All candidates must meet any applicable disciplinary conditions.
Junior Standing Counsel: Advocates enrolled in the High Court with a minimum of 3 years' experience handling direct tax matters before High Courts or ITAT are eligible. Retired or resigned Income Tax officers of Additional or Joint CIT rank or below, who are eligible to appear before the High Court as an advocate, also qualify (subject to disciplinary conditions).
How to Apply
- Obtain a copy of the official notification PDF for detailed application instructions and required documents.
- Prepare your application as per the format and requirements specified in the notification.
- Submit your hardcopy application by post to: O/o the Pr. Commissioner of Income Tax (Judicial), Tapal Section, Aayakar Bhavan, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad 380009.
- Ensure your application reaches the office on or before 30 November 2026.
- Verify all details on the official website before submitting.
Salary
Remuneration is offered on a fee-based engagement model under the revised schedule of fees specified in Instruction No. 7/2016. Candidates should consult the official notification for detailed fee structure and payment terms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the deadline for submitting applications?
A: The application deadline is 30 November 2026. Applications must be sent by post to the specified office address.
Q: What experience is required for the Senior Standing Counsel position?
A: Minimum 5 years of direct tax experience before High Courts or ITAT as an advocate, or 3 years as Junior Standing Counsel, or relevant experience as a retired/resigned Income Tax officer of specified ranks, or former ITAT member status.
Q: Can retired Income Tax officers apply?
A: Yes, eligible retired or resigned Income Tax officers meeting the specified rank and eligibility criteria can apply, subject to disciplinary conditions.
Q: What is the employment nature?
A: These are contract positions offered on a fee-based engagement model, not permanent posts.
Q: How should I apply?
A: Applications must be submitted offline by post to the office address provided. Digital or online submissions are not accepted.
Q: Where will the selected candidate be posted?
A: The place of posting is Gujarat.
Candidates are advised to verify all information, eligibility criteria, and application procedures on the official website before applying.