- Recruitment for Support Persons under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 and POCSO Rules, 2020 in Tirupur District.
- Positions are for child protection services, including support to victims, legal aid, and coordination with Child Welfare Committees (CWC), DCPU, and courts.
- Roles involve counseling, psychological support, and case management for child victims of sexual offences.
- Positions are temporary with a contract period of 3 years, extendable based on performance and need.
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🎓 Graduate
🎓 Law Degree
🎓 Social Work Degree
Support Persons for Child Protection Services Under POCSO Act
Child Protection Services Department, Tirupur District Administration
Total Vacancies
20
Job Location
Tirupur District, Tamil Nadu
Apply Deadline
27 Oct 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Child Protection Services Department, Tirupur District Administration (DCPU Tirupur) |
| Job Category | Police |
| Eligibility Qualification | Graduate (graduate), Law Degree (law-degree), Social Work Degree (social-work-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 20 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Monthly salary of ₹10,000/- (basic) with a travel allowance of ₹2,500/- per month (for travel expenses). |
| Age Limits | Maximum 25 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Not mandatory but preferred for child protection, counseling, or social work experience. |
| Application Fee | No application fee mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: Maximum age 25 years as of 12.08.2026 (relaxable by 3 years for SC/ST and 5 years for OBC as per government norms).
- Gender: Both male and female candidates eligible.
- Educational Qualification: Must have a Graduation Degree (Bachelor’s) in Social Work, Psychology, Law, or any related field from a recognized university.
- Experience: Preference given to candidates with experience in child protection, counseling, or social work (not mandatory but beneficial).
- Candidates must be residents of Tamil Nadu (preference given to local candidates).
- Gender: Both male and female candidates eligible.
- Educational Qualification: Must have a Graduation Degree (Bachelor’s) in Social Work, Psychology, Law, or any related field from a recognized university.
- Experience: Preference given to candidates with experience in child protection, counseling, or social work (not mandatory but beneficial).
- Candidates must be residents of Tamil Nadu (preference given to local candidates).
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on written test, interview, and document verification conducted by the Tirupur District Child Protection Unit (DCPU).
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at the DCPU office, Tirupur.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at the DCPU office, Tirupur.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS
📂 Required Documents
- Proof of age (Birth Certificate / Passport / School Leaving Certificate).
- Graduation Certificate and Marks Statements (if applicable).
- Experience Certificate (if any).
- Residence Proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Ration Card).
- Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photographs (4 copies).
- Medical Fitness Certificate (to be obtained after selection).
- POCSO Act Training Certificate (if applicable).
- Graduation Certificate and Marks Statements (if applicable).
- Experience Certificate (if any).
- Residence Proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Ration Card).
- Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photographs (4 copies).
- Medical Fitness Certificate (to be obtained after selection).
- POCSO Act Training Certificate (if applicable).
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for Support Persons under POCSO Act in Tirupur?
The last date to apply is 27th October 2026. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to these positions?
The maximum age limit is 25 years as of 12th August 2026. Relaxations apply as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
No, the notification does not mention any application fee for this recruitment.
Q.
What is the salary structure for Support Persons under POCSO Act?
The salary is ₹10,000/- per month (basic) with a travel allowance of ₹2,500/- per month for travel expenses.
Q.
Where will the selected candidates be posted?
Selected candidates will be posted in Tirupur District, Tamil Nadu, under the Child Protection Services Department.