DCPU Salem – Support Persons – Contract – 02-11-2026 – 8 posts

Job Details

Number of Vacancies8
Last Date02-11-2026
Advertisement Number695/2026
Pay ScaleHonorarium up to Rs.10,000/- per case (including travel expenses)
SalaryHonorarium up to Rs.10,000/- per case (including travel expenses); paid in 4 instalments of Rs.2,500 each; paid only for allotted cases
Important Links
Minimum Age25
Form TypeOffline
AgencyDCPU Salem
Other Dates
  • Date of press release: 16-10-2026
  • Last date to send the application: 02-11-2026
NotificationView Notification
Age Limit25 and above
EducationBachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc), Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Master of Arts (M.A.), Master of Laws (LLM), Master of Social Work (MSW)
AgencyDistrict Collector, Salem District
DepartmentAdministration
Job TypeContract
PositionSupport Persons
The District Collector, Salem District invites applications for 8 Support Persons under the POCSO Act for a three-year term. Eligible candidates are postgraduates in child-welfare-related fields or graduates with at least three years’ child-related work experience; organisations working in child protection may also apply. The honorarium is up to Rs.10,000 per case (including travel) paid in four instalments. Applications (download form from salem.nic.in) must be sent in person or by post to the District Child Protection Officer, Room No. 415, Fourth Floor, District Collectorate, Salem-636001 by 5:30 PM on 02-11-2026. Minimum age is 25 years.

Vacancy Details

  • Support Persons: 8 vacancies
    Qualification: Postgraduate in child-welfare-related fields (social work, sociology, law, psychology, child development) OR Graduate with at least 3 years’ experience in child-related work; qualified organisations may apply

Qualification Requirements

Postgraduates in fields related to child welfare, health or education (examples named: social work, sociology, law, psychology, child development) OR graduates with at least 3 years’ experience in work related to children’s education, development, health or protection. Qualified organisations working in child protection may also apply. Applicants must be at least 25 years old.

Age Limits

  • Minimum Age: 25 years

How to Apply

  1. Download the Support Person application form from the Salem district website (https://salem.nic.in/).
  2. Fill in the application form.
  3. Attach the relevant certificates to the completed form.
  4. Send the application in person or by post to: District Child Protection Officer, District Child Protection Office, Room No. 415, Fourth Floor, District Collectorate, Salem-636001.
  5. Ensure the application reaches by 5.30 PM on 2 November 2026.

Important Dates

  • Date of press release:
  • Last date to send the application:

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the eligibility/qualification criteria for the Support Person post?

Postgraduates in fields related to child welfare, health or education (for example social work, sociology, law, psychology, child development) may apply. Graduates with at least 3 years’ experience in work related to children’s education, development, health or protection are also eligible; qualified organisations may apply as well.

How do I apply for the Support Person position?

Download the Support Person application form from the Salem district website (https://salem.nic.in/), fill it in, attach relevant certificates, and send it in person or by post to the District Child Protection Officer, Room No. 415, Fourth Floor, District Collectorate, Salem-636001 by the deadline.

What is the last date to apply?

The completed application must be sent in person or by post and reach the District Child Protection Officer by 5.30 PM on 02-11-2026.

What is the selection process for these positions?

The official notification does not specify the selection process for the Support Person posts.

What is the salary or pay scale for the Support Person role?

The honorarium is up to Rs.10,000 per case (including travel expenses), paid in four instalments of Rs.2,500 each, and is paid only for allotted cases.

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