Applications have been invited for 9 Member posts in the Customs, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT), under circular No. A-12026/15/2022-CESTAT-DOR dated 2 November 2026. These are senior posts for serving or former officers, judges and experienced advocates.
Applications must reach the Department of Revenue by 16 December 2026. More government job updates are available on our Latest Sarkari Naukri page.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Customs, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) |
| Circular No. | A-12026/15/2022-CESTAT-DOR |
| Post Name | Member (Technical) and Member (Judicial) |
| Total Posts | 9 |
| Pay | Rs. 2,25,000 (fixed) plus allowances |
| Term | 5 years or up to age 67, whichever is earlier |
| Selection | Search-Cum-Selection Committee assessment |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Application Fee | Not mentioned |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Circular Date | 2 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 16 December 2026 |
CESTAT Member Category Wise Vacancy 2026
A break-up by UR, OBC, SC, ST or EWS is not given. The posts are listed by type below.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Member (Technical) | 5 |
| Member (Judicial) | 4 |
| Total | 9 |
The posting places listed are Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Delhi and Chandigarh, or any Bench of the Tribunal.
Eligibility
| Post | Required Background |
|---|---|
| Member (Technical) | IRS officer, serving or retired, from the Customs and Indirect Taxes Group A service. The officer must have reached Principal Commissioner rank in Customs or Central Excise, or a matching or senior rank, and must have 3 years of work in judicial, quasi-judicial or adjudicating roles. |
| Member (Judicial) | Any one of three routes. Judges: 10 years in total as District Judge and Additional District Judge, serving or retired. Advocates: 10 years of practice, with a strong record in indirect tax cases at CESTAT, a High Court or the Supreme Court. Legal Service: Indian Legal Service officers, serving or retired, at Grade I or higher. |
A former Member of CESTAT is eligible for reappointment under Section 14 of the Act.
Selection Process
- Offline application with the required annexures
- Comprehensive assessment by the Search-Cum-Selection Committee
- Personal interaction with candidates
- Appointment after approval by the ACC
The Committee looks at each candidate’s integrity and fit, along with what the Tribunal needs. Travel costs for the interaction are not paid.
CESTAT Member Exam Pattern
A written exam is not mentioned. The assessment uses the weightage specified in the regulation. Candidates should check the official circular for this.
Salary and Terms
- Members get a fixed Rs. 2,25,000, along with the allowances that a central Group A officer on this pay receives.
- Anyone already drawing a pension gets lower pay, with the gross pension deducted.
- Tribunal service does not earn extra pension, provident fund or gratuity.
- Anyone still working as a judge, or for a government or public undertaking, has to resign or retire voluntarily first.
- Joining has to happen within 30 days after the order is issued.
How to Apply for CESTAT Member Recruitment 2026
- Download the circular and application form from dor.gov.in or cestat.gov.in.
- Fill the biodata in Annexure-I and attach a signed photograph.
- Attach the documents listed below.
- Send the application to: Shri Tarandeep Singh, Under Secretary (Ad.1C), Department of Revenue, Room No. 14108, 4th Floor, ‘C’ Wing, Kartavya Bhawan-1, New Delhi-110001.
The application must reach the office by 16 December 2026. Late applications and those without the required annexure are not accepted. Candidates who applied under the circular dated 15 April 2026 must apply afresh.
Documents Required
- Biodata in Annexure-I with a signed photograph
- Serving officers: Annexure-II certificate from the employer
- Serving officers: 5 or more recent years of CR/APAR copies, with Group A officer attestation
- Serving officers: Annexure-III vigilance and integrity clearance, plus cadre clearance
- Serving officers: list of any penalties from the past 10 years
- Judges, ILS and IRS officers: 2 orders passed as an adjudicator
- Non-government candidates: proof of experience
- Advocates: latest ITR copy
Once the Committee has met, candidates are not allowed to pull out or refuse a selected post. Doing so can bar them for 3 years from jobs outside their cadre and from autonomous, statutory or regulatory bodies.
Useful Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official Vacancy Circular PDF | Click Here |
| Department of Revenue Website | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in CESTAT Member Recruitment 2026?
There are 9 posts: 5 Member (Technical) and 4 Member (Judicial).
What is the last date to apply for CESTAT Member posts?
The application must reach the office by 16 December 2026.
What is the salary of a CESTAT Member?
The pay is Rs. 2,25,000 (fixed), with allowances admissible to a Group A officer drawing the same pay.
Is there a written exam for CESTAT Member posts?
No written exam is mentioned. The Search-Cum-Selection Committee makes an assessment that includes personal interaction.
What is the term of a CESTAT Member?
The term is five years or until the age of 67 years, whichever comes first.
Do earlier applicants need to apply again?
Yes. Those who applied under the vacancy circular dated 15 April 2026 must apply afresh.
Disclaimer: Candidates should check all details in the official CESTAT vacancy circular before applying.