CBIC Tax Assistant Allocation 2026: Submit CGLE-2025 Zone Preferences by 29 May @dghrdcbic.gov.in

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC), Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, has issued an official notice inviting Zone / Formation Preferences from all candidates nominated as Tax Assistant through the SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGLE) 2025. A total of 771 vacancies are available across 23 Cadre Controlling Authorities (CCAs). Selected candidates must log in to the DGHRD online module and submit their preferences by 29 May 2026. Allocation will be made strictly on a merit-cum-preference basis. Once submitted, preferences cannot be changed.

📌 Quick Overview — CBIC Tax Assistant Allocation 2026

📢 About the Official CBIC Notice

The CBIC has officially confirmed via communication dated 26 May 2026 (File No. CBIC-10A12-1-2025-Ad-IIIB Section-CBEC) that the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has declared the final result of Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2025. Candidates who have been nominated to CBIC for the post of Tax Assistant have been intimated through the CBIC website and are now required to exercise their zone/formation preferences online.

The notice has been signed by Mohammad Ashif, Under Secretary to the Government of India, and refers to SSC's notification dated 09.06.2025 relating to CGLE-2025. Each successful candidate will be allocated to one of the Cadre Controlling Authorities (CCAs) under CBIC, and the CCA of the concerned Zone/Formation will subsequently issue the Offer of Appointment.

🗓️ Important Dates

📊 Zone / CCA-wise Vacancy Distribution — 771 Posts

Source: Annexure-A of CBIC Notice dated 26.05.2026. Horizontal reservation also applies — PwBD (Locomotor 14, Hearing 12, Vision 11, Multi/Other 12) and Ex-Servicemen (63 posts).

🏆 Top 5 CCAs by Vacancy Count

1. Hyderabad — 93 posts (highest concentration)
2. Mumbai Customs — 65 posts
3. Thiruvananthapuram Customs — 56 posts
4. Chennai Customs — 51 posts
5. Kolkata CGST — 49 posts

Smaller zones like Goa CGST (0), Lucknow (4), Goa Customs (4) and Bhubaneshwar (7) will fill quickly and rank in merit becomes critical for those preferring smaller stations.

📥 How to Submit Online Preferences — Step by Step

1. Open the portal: https://dghrdcbic.gov.in/allocation/userlogin
2. Enter your SSC Roll Number, Mobile Number (registered with SSC), Email ID (registered with SSC), and the verification code (captcha).
3. Click Generate OTP — an OTP will be sent to your registered email ID.
4. Enter the OTP on the next screen and click Verify OTP.
5. On the dashboard, first read the Brief Instructions and the User Manual tab carefully.
6. Click Vacancy Position tab to view zone-wise vacancies; download the PDF for offline reference.
7. Click Formation Jurisdiction tab to understand which commissionerates fall under each zone.
8. Click Preferences tab — a drop-down menu will display the 23 CCAs (only those with vacancies in your category).
9. Select preferences in order of choice (1st, 2nd, 3rd …) for every available CCA. Do NOT leave any option blank.
10. Click Save to review the entered preferences along with CCA codes.
11. After thorough re-checking, click Final Submit. A copy will be emailed to your registered email ID.
12. Download the preference form PDF for future reference.

⚠️ Critical Instructions — Don't Make These Mistakes

• Single submission only: Preferences can be filed only once. After Final Submit, no changes are allowed under any circumstance.
• Do not leave blank: Fill preferences for all 23 CCAs (or all CCAs displayed for your category). Missing options are treated as "no preference".
• No preference = administrative posting: If you do not submit anything by 29.05.2026, the Department can post you to any zone/formation as per its convenience.
• Merit-cum-preference rule: Submitting a preference does NOT guarantee allocation to that zone. Vacancies fill in order of CGLE-2025 merit rank.
• Subject to verification: This is not an offer of appointment. Allocation is subject to SSC dossier verification.
• Tentative window — act NOW: The notice gives only 3 working days (26 May → 29 May). Don't wait for the last hour due to server load.

📧 Change in SSC-Registered Email / Mobile Number?

If your email ID or mobile number registered with SSC has changed and you cannot receive the OTP, send a request via Annexure-C (standard proforma) from your present email ID at least 3 days before 29.05.2026 to:

📩 mohammad.ashif@nic.in
📞 011-26162780

Attach in PDF format (self-attested):

1. CGLE-2025 Admit Card issued by SSC
2. Latest Identity Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID)

Note: Requests submitted by hand, post, speed post, or courier will NOT be accepted. Email is the only acceptable medium.

💼 About Tax Assistant Post in CBIC

Tax Assistant is a Group C non-gazetted clerical post under CBIC, falling under Pay Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100) of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix, plus DA, HRA, TA and other applicable allowances.

🚦 What Happens After Preference Submission?

1. CBIC compiles preferences received from all candidates by 29.05.2026.
2. Data is cross-verified against SSC dossiers when received.
3. CBIC uploads the compiled options on its website so candidates can verify their entered choices.
4. Discrepancies (if any) are to be reported to CBIC for rectification.
5. Final allocation is done on merit-cum-preference basis.
6. Respective CCAs (zones) issue the Offer of Appointment with reporting instructions, document verification, and medical examination.
7. Candidates report at the allocated zone for joining formalities.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What is the deadline to submit zone preferences?

A. 29 May 2026 (23:59 Hrs). After this, no submission is accepted and no preference will be presumed.

Q2. How many CCAs participate and how many total vacancies are there?

A. 23 CCAs with a total of 771 vacancies (UR + SC + ST + OBC + EWS combined, plus PwBD and Ex-Servicemen horizontal reservations).

Q3. Can I change my preferences once submitted?

A. No. Preferences are final and one-time only. Re-check carefully before clicking Final Submit.

Q4. What if I don't submit any preference?

A. The Department will allocate you to any zone/formation as per administrative requirement.

Q5. Is submitting preference a guarantee of allocation to that zone?

A. No. Allocation is on merit-cum-preference basis. Higher-ranked candidates get earlier choice.

Q6. How do I login to the module?

A. Use your SSC Roll Number + Registered Email + Registered Mobile to receive OTP for login.

Q7. What if my email/mobile changed after SSC registration?

A. Email a request in Annexure-C format with self-attested Admit Card and ID proof to mohammad.ashif@nic.in at least 3 days before deadline.

Q8. Does this notice mean I am appointed?

A. No. This is only the preference collection stage. Actual Offer of Appointment is issued by the allocated CCA after SSC dossier verification.

Q9. What is the salary of Tax Assistant in CBIC?

A. Pay Level 4 of 7th CPC: Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100. Gross approx. Rs. 42,000–47,000 at entry level in metros.

Q10. Will preferences for Excise/CBN/DGPM also be accepted?

A. As per the notice, preferences are restricted to only 23 CCAs listed in Annexure-A (vacancies are only there).

🏁 Conclusion

The CBIC zone preference exercise for CGLE-2025 Tax Assistant is among the most important career-defining steps for every selected candidate. With only 3 working days (26 May to 29 May 2026) to fill an irreversible one-time form, candidates must approach the task with extreme care. Carefully study the 771-vacancy distribution, check zonal jurisdiction (which states/cities fall under each CCA), and order your preferences pragmatically — balancing home-state preference with chances of allocation based on your CGLE merit rank. Larger zones like Hyderabad, Mumbai Customs and Chennai Customs offer more posts but are also more competitive in terms of preference; smaller zones like Goa, Lucknow and Bhubaneshwar will close faster. Submit early, double-check every CCA, and download the confirmation PDF. Sarkari Nokrii wishes all CGLE-2025 selected Tax Assistants the very best for their CBIC career ahead. 🇮🇳✨