Recruitment for a Social Case Work Expert position at Central Prison 1 Chennai for 2026.
Role involves providing social case work services to inmates, including assessment, counseling, and rehabilitation support.
Contract-based position with a monthly honorarium of Rs. 15,000.
Opportunity to contribute to prison reform and inmate welfare programs.
Offline application process with a single vacancy available.
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🎓 Graduate
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Post Graduate Diploma
Social Case Work Expert
Central Prison 1 Chennai
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Central Prison 1, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Pincode: 600066)
Apply Deadline
31 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Central Prison 1 Chennai (CP1 Chennai) |
| Job Category | Other |
| Eligibility Qualification | Graduate (graduate), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Post Graduate Diploma (post-graduate-diploma) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹15,000 - ₹15,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | 18 to 37 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | No application fee is mentioned in the official notification. Candidates are advised to confirm fee details from the official notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Postgraduate degree in Social Work, Social Service, Social Science, Criminology, Sociology, or Andragogy (Adult Education).
Degree in Social Work, Social Service, Social Science, Criminology, or Sociology.
Any other degree with a diploma in Social Work, Social Service, Social Science, Criminology, or Sociology.
Minimum age of 18 years as of the application date.
Maximum age limit varies by category: 37 years for SC/SCA/ST, 35 years for BC/MBC, and 32 years for OC candidates.
Degree in Social Work, Social Service, Social Science, Criminology, or Sociology.
Any other degree with a diploma in Social Work, Social Service, Social Science, Criminology, or Sociology.
Minimum age of 18 years as of the application date.
Maximum age limit varies by category: 37 years for SC/SCA/ST, 35 years for BC/MBC, and 32 years for OC candidates.
⚙️ Selection Process
Selection process details are not explicitly mentioned in the notification.
Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for selection criteria and procedures.
Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview or document verification round.
Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for selection criteria and procedures.
Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview or document verification round.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All categories (SC, ST, BC, MBC, OC) as per government norms.
📂 Required Documents
Duly filled application form.
Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates.
Self-attested copy of age proof (e.g., birth certificate, SSLC mark sheet).
Self-attested copy of community certificate (if applicable for reservation).
Self-attested copy of experience certificate (if any).
Passport-sized photograph (attached to the application form).
Signature specimen (attached to the application form).
Any other documents as specified in the official notification.
Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates.
Self-attested copy of age proof (e.g., birth certificate, SSLC mark sheet).
Self-attested copy of community certificate (if applicable for reservation).
Self-attested copy of experience certificate (if any).
Passport-sized photograph (attached to the application form).
Signature specimen (attached to the application form).
Any other documents as specified in the official notification.
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Candidates are advised to confirm fee details from the official notification.
Candidates are advised to confirm fee details from the official notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Social Case Work Expert post?
The last date for submitting applications for the Social Case Work Expert position is 31 August 2026. Ensure your application reaches the specified address before this deadline.
Q.
What is the educational qualification required for the Social Case Work Expert role?
Candidates need a post-graduate degree in social work, social service, social science, Criminology, Sociology, or Andragogy. Alternatively, a degree in these fields with a diploma, or any other degree with a relevant diploma, is also accepted.
Q.
What is the age limit for applying to this post?
The minimum age is 18 years. The maximum age limit varies: 37 years for SC/SCA/ST, 35 years for BC/MBC, and 32 years for OC candidates.
Q.
What is the salary offered for the Social Case Work Expert position?
The selected candidate will receive an honorarium of Rs. 15,000 per month for the Social Case Work Expert role.
Q.
How can I apply for the Social Case Work Expert recruitment?
The application process is offline. You need to download the application form, fill it correctly, attach necessary documents, and send it to the Superintendent, Central Prison-1, Chennai before the last date.