CESTAT Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 9 Member, Member Posts - Detailed Selection Process & Info
CESTAT 2026 recruitment for Member posts is now open! Five vacancies are available, with eligibility details outlined in the official notification. Apply offline before the deadline on 16 December 2026.
Post-Wise Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Organisation | Customs, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT), New Delhi, Across India |
| Post Name | Member (Technical), Member (Judicial) |
| No of Posts | 9 |
| Advt No | A-12026/15/2022-CESTAT-DOR |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Pay | Rs. 2,25,000 (fixed) plus allowances admissible to a Group 'A' Government of India officer drawing the same pay |
| Place of Posting | Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Delhi, Chandigarh, Any Bench of the Tribunal |
| Qualification | Member (Judicial): District Judge and Additional District Judge for a combined ten years, or advocate for ten years with substantial indirect tax litigation experience before CESTAT, High Court or Supreme Court, or member of Indian Legal Service in Grade I or above. Member (Technical): member of IRS (Customs and Indirect Taxes Group 'A') who has held the post of Principal Commissioner of Customs or Central Excise or an equivalent or higher post, with three years of judicial, quasi-judicial or |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 16 December 2026 |
| Send Application To | Shri Tarandeep Singh, Under Secretary (Ad.1C), Department of Revenue, Room No. 14108, 4th Floor, 'C' Wing, Kartavya Bhawan-1, New Delhi- 110 001 |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Post | Posts | Pay | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Member (Technical) | 5 | Rs. 2,25,000 (fixed) | Has performed judicial, quasi-judicial or adjudicating functions for three years |
| Member (Judicial) | 4 | Rs. 2,25,000 (fixed) | As included in the qualification options |
| Total | 9 |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Member (Technical) | Is, or has been, a member of the Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Indirect Taxes Group 'A'), has held the post of Principal Commissioner of Customs or Central Excise, or an equivalent or higher post, and has performed judicial, quasi-judicial or adjudicating functions for three years. | Has performed judicial, quasi-judicial or adjudicating functions for three years |
| Member (Judicial) | Is, or has been, a District Judge and Additional District Judge for a combined period of ten years; or; Has been an advocate for ten years with substantial experience in litigation under indirect tax laws before CESTAT or High Court or the Supreme Court; or; Is, or has been, a member of the Indian Legal Service in Grade I or above | As included in the qualification options |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Vacancy Circular | 2 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 16 December 2026 |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download CESTAT notification PDF |
| Application Form | Application form for CESTAT Recruitment 2026 |
How to Fill Online Application Form
- Read Official Circular: Carefully review the official notification PDF and verify your eligibility criteria before starting registration.
- Document Preparation: Keep scanned copies of essential documents ready (Photograph, Signature, ID Proof, Educational Certificates, and Caste/Category Certificate if applicable).
- Online Registration: Visit the official portal via the direct Apply Online link given below and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) / candidate profile.
- Fill Application Form: Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, exam center preferences, and upload mandatory certificates.
- Fee Payment: Pay the required examination fee using online banking, debit/credit card, or UPI before 16 December 2026.
- Print Final Copy: Preview all entered data thoroughly, submit the form, and take a clear printout of the final confirmation page for future reference.