DCPU Sivaganga Support Person Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Honorarium & How to Apply
With a Master’s in social work, law, psychology or child development, here is a chance to do work that truly matters. The District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Sivaganga, under the District Collector, has invited applications for 20 Support Person posts under the POCSO Act, 2012. This is a Tamil Nadu district-level engagement, and the notice is published in Tamil only.
A Support Person stands by a child affected by a sexual offence during the investigation and court proceedings, giving the support and guidance the child needs. The work is purely temporary, on an honorarium basis. Applications must reach the office by 25 November 2026, 5:45 PM. Read this article fully, then check the latest Tamil Nadu government jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
DCPU Sivaganga Support Person Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Sivaganga |
| Post Name | Support Person (Aadharavu Nabar) |
| Total Vacancies | 20 |
| Honorarium | ₹10,000 per case |
| Nature of Engagement | Purely temporary, honorarium basis |
| Job Location | Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu |
| Application Mode | Offline, by post or courier |
| Last Date | 25 November 2026, 5:45 PM |
| File Reference | DCPO25/214/2026-DCPO |
How Many Vacancies Are There in DCPU Sivaganga Support Person Recruitment 2026?
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Support Person | 20 |
The notice gives no category-wise (reservation) split of the 20 posts.
What Is the Eligibility for DCPU Sivaganga Support Person 2026?
The notice gives two routes. You can apply under either one.
| Route | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Route 1: Master’s degree | A Master’s degree in a field related to child welfare, health or education, particularly Social Work, Sociology, Law, Psychology, Child Development, or another relevant field related to child welfare |
| Route 2: Graduate with experience | A graduate with at least 3 years of experience in work related to child education, development, health or protection |
Master’s degree holders need no experience under the notice. Graduates must have the 3 years. The notice states no age limit, so there is no age table here. If you hold a post graduate degree in a related field, Route 1 is the simpler one for you.
Who Should Apply
This post suits Master’s degree holders in the listed fields, and graduates with 3 years of work in child education, development, health or protection. If you are a graduate with field experience, keep your experience certificates ready, since they are what prove Route 2.
Honorarium and Terms
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Honorarium | ₹10,000 per case |
| Nature of engagement | Purely temporary, on honorarium basis |
| Pay level / pay scale | Not applicable, no pay scale is given |
This is paid per case, not a fixed monthly salary. The notice does not state the length of the engagement, so do not assume one.
What Is the Selection Process for DCPU Sivaganga Support Person 2026?
The notice does not describe any written test, interview or other selection method. It also does not say how candidates will be shortlisted.
How to Apply for DCPU Sivaganga Support Person 2026 (Offline)
There is no online application. You must send a filled form by post or courier.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the application form from the Employment section of the Sivaganga district website (link in Essential Links) |
| 2 | Fill in the form completely. Incomplete forms are rejected without prior notice |
| 3 | Attach photocopies of all educational certificates, a photograph and experience certificates |
| 4 | Send it by post or courier to the address below, so that it reaches the office by 25 November 2026, 5:45 PM |
Address: District Child Protection Officer, District Child Protection Unit, Room No. 131, First Floor, District Collectorate Complex, Sivaganga – 630562.
Before you post the envelope, check three things: the form is filled in every column, every certificate copy is attached, and your photograph is enclosed. The deadline is a receipt deadline, not a posting date. Post it early, because a late delivery means no application. The notice also says applications without the relevant certificates will be rejected without prior notice, and that no correspondence will be entertained on this matter.
What Are the Important Dates for DCPU Sivaganga Support Person 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for the application to reach the office | 25 November 2026, 5:45 PM |
The notice gives no start date or notification date.
Is There an Application Fee for DCPU Sivaganga Support Person 2026?
The notice does not mention any application fee.
Essential Links for DCPU Sivaganga Support Person Recruitment 2026
- Download DCPU Sivaganga Support Person Notification PDF (Tamil)
- Visit DCPU Sivaganga Support Person Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Tamil Nadu Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you meet the eligibility, do not wait. Fill the form, attach your certificates and send it so that it reaches Sivaganga by 25 November 2026, 5:45 PM. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more such updates.