Tamil Nadu SW&WRD Support Persons for Children Affected in POCSO Cases Recruitment 2026

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Social Welfare and Women’s Rights Department, Government of Tamil Nadu (Tamil Nadu SW&WRD)
Job Category	Other
Eligibility Qualification	Master's Degree (masters-degree), Any Post Graduate (any-post-graduate)
Salary / Pay Scale	Honorarium of up to ₹10,000 per case, paid in four installments of ₹2,500 each (only for active cases). No honorarium for periods without assigned cases.
Age Limits	Minimum 25 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	3 years of experience in children’s education, development, health, or protection (alternative to postgraduate degree).
Application Fee	No application fee is mentioned in the provided job notification.

📄 Details & Description

- Applications are invited for the role of Support Person to assist children affected by sexual offences under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 and POCSO Rules, 2020.
- The Support Person will work closely with Police, Child Welfare Committees (CWC), District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), hospitals, courts, and other relevant institutions to ensure the best interests, safety, and rights of the child are upheld.
- Responsibilities include providing medical care, psychological support, education, and rehabilitation services to affected children and their families.
- The Support Person will also monitor case progress, ensure child safety, and provide guidance throughout the investigation and court proceedings.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Qualification: Must hold a postgraduate degree in Social Work, Sociology, Law, Psychology, Child Development, or related fields connected to child welfare.
- Alternative Qualification: Graduates with a minimum of 3 years of experience in children’s education, development, health, or protection are also eligible.
- Age Limit: Minimum age of 25 years for appointment.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Selection will be based on application review by the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU). No further selection process details (e.g., interview, test) are specified in the notification.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

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📂 Required Documents

- Completed application form (available on the official website).
- Proof of qualification (degree/certificate as applicable).
- Experience certificate (if applicable).
- Age proof (e.g., birth certificate, passport, or mark sheet).
- Identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar, PAN, or voter ID).

💳 Application Fee Details

No application fee is mentioned in the provided job notification.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the role of a Support Person under the POCSO Act in Dharmapuri District?

The Support Person assists children affected by sexual offences by providing medical care, psychological support, education, and rehabilitation, while coordinating with Police, CWC, DCPU, hospitals, and courts to ensure the child’s safety and rights throughout the case.

Q. What qualifications are required to apply for the Support Person role?

Applicants must have either a postgraduate degree in child welfare-related fields (e.g., Social Work, Psychology) or a graduate degree with 3+ years of experience in children’s education, development, health, or protection.

Q. What is the honorarium structure for Support Persons?

An honorarium of up to ₹10,000 per case is paid in four installments of ₹2,500 each, covering the duration from case commencement to completion. No honorarium is paid during periods without assigned cases.

Q. Where and how should I submit my application?

Applications must be submitted in person or by post to the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Old District Collectorate, Dharmapuri – 636 705 by 23rd October 2026. The application form is available for download at [www.dharmapuri.nic.in](https://www.dharmapuri.nic.in).

Q. Is there an age limit for applying as a Support Person?

Yes, the minimum age requirement for appointment is 25 years. No maximum age limit is specified.