Inspectors of Central Excise & Customs

01. What is the role of Inspectors of Central Excise & Customs in Govt?

Inspectors of Central Excise and Customs are responsible for enforcing laws related to customs, central excise, and service taxes. Their duties typically include:

Examination of goods being imported/exported.
Collection of customs duties and taxes.
Detection of smuggling and fraud activities.
Inspection and verification of excise records and goods.
Implementing policies and regulations of the customs and excise departments.

02. Education Eligibility

To become an Inspector of Central Excise & Customs, candidates need:

A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or institution.
There is no specific requirement for specialization (any stream is eligible).

03. Handicapped Eligibility

Candidates with disabilities are eligible for the post under the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category. There is usually a specific percentage of seats reserved for PwD candidates, with a relaxation in certain eligibility criteria.

04. Age

The typical age limits for candidates applying to this role:

General Category: 18 to 27 years.
OBC (Other Backward Class): 18 to 30 years (Age relaxation of 3 years).
SC/ST (Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe): 18 to 32 years (Age relaxation of 5 years).
PwD (Persons with Disabilities): Relaxation is usually up to 10 years, depending on the category.
Ex-servicemen: Age relaxation based on their military service period.

05. Physical Eligibility

Physical Standards: Candidates need to meet certain physical standards in terms of height, vision, and chest measurements.
- Height: Minimum 157.5 cm (for males), 152.5 cm (for females).
- Chest: Minimum chest expansion of 5 cm (for males).
- Vision: 6/6 vision in one eye and 6/9 vision in the other (with or without glasses).

06. Pay Grade

The pay scale for an Inspector of Central Excise and Customs is typically in the Pay Band 2 (₹9,300 to ₹34,800) with a Grade Pay of ₹4,600. After the 7th Pay Commission, the salary can range from ₹45,000 to ₹60,000 per month, depending on the location, experience, and allowances.

07. Ex-soldier

Ex-servicemen are given age relaxation, and they may also be eligible for additional benefits as per the guidelines issued by the government. Ex-soldiers are also given preference for certain posts, depending on the recruitment notification.

08. Reservation

The recruitment for Inspectors of Central Excise and Customs follows the reservation policies defined by the Government of India:

SC (Scheduled Castes), ST (Scheduled Tribes), OBC (Other Backward Classes), and EWS (Economically Weaker Sections) have reserved vacancies.
Persons with Disabilities (PwD) and Ex-servicemen also benefit from reserved positions.

09. Sportsperson

Outstanding sportspersons are given certain relaxations and may be considered under special quotas in the recruitment process. There may be an option for direct recruitment in some cases.

10. Promotion in Career

Career progression is possible for Inspectors in Central Excise & Customs, with the following typical promotion path:

Inspector → Assistant Commissioner → Deputy Commissioner → Commissioner. Promotions are typically based on seniority, experience, and exams.

11. Special Eligibility in Person

Certain categories of people, such as physically handicapped persons, ex-servicemen, and sports achievers, may have special eligibility benefits such as age relaxation, reserved vacancies, and special quotas in recruitment.

12. What work will I have to do at your workplace?

At your workplace, you will be involved in:

Inspecting and verifying documents related to imports and exports.
Checking and analyzing goods for compliance with customs and excise laws.
Detecting and investigating cases of smuggling and fraud.
Collecting taxes and duties from importers and exporters.
Liaising with other government agencies and departments for enforcement of laws.

13. Which department does this recruitment with notification original website link?

The recruitment for the post of Inspector of Central Excise & Customs is generally conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) under the Government of India. The official website for the SSC is:
https://ssc.nic.in

You can find the official notification and further recruitment details on this website.

14. In which department do you join?

As an Inspector of Central Excise & Customs, you will join one of the following departments:

Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). This is the governing body under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, Government of India.