Central Prison Chennai Social Case Work Expert 2026

Central Prison-1, Chennai is hiring 1 Social Case Work Expert on an honorarium basis. If you have a degree or postgraduate degree in Social Work, Social Science, Criminology, or Sociology, you can apply offline. The last date to apply is 31 August 2026. The post pays a fixed honorarium of Rs. 15,000 per month.

Central Prison-1, Chennai Social Case Work Expert Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Central Prison-1, Chennai, under the Tamil Nadu Prisons Department, has invited applications to fill 1 vacant post of Social Case Work Expert. The role focuses on counselling and social case work support for inmates at the prison. This is an honorarium-based engagement rather than a regular salaried post, making it a good opportunity for social work graduates and postgraduates looking to gain hands-on experience in correctional social work.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification (any one of): A postgraduate degree in Social Work, Social Service, Social Science, Criminology, Sociology, or Andragogy (Adult Education).
• OR: A degree in Social Work, Social Service, Social Science, Criminology, or Sociology.
• OR: Any other degree along with a diploma in Social Work, Social Service, Social Science, Criminology, or Sociology.

Age Limit

• You must have completed 18 years of age as on 1 July 2026.
• SC / SC (Arunthathiyar): Maximum age 37 years.
• ST: Maximum age 37 years.
• BC (Backward Class): Maximum age 35 years.
• MBC (Most Backward Class): Maximum age 35 years.
• OC (General): Maximum age 32 years.

Salary

• The selected candidate will get a fixed honorarium of Rs. 15,000 per month.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your application along with your qualification certificates and age proof.
2. Submit your application in person or by post to the Superintendent, Central Prison-1, Chennai-66.
3. Make sure your application reaches the office before 31 August 2026, 5:00 PM. Applications received after this time will not be accepted.
4. For queries, you can call 044-26590615.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply: 31 August 2026, 5:00 PM

• Conduct social case work assessments of inmates at the prison
• Counsel inmates on personal, family, and social issues
• Prepare case history reports and social investigation reports
• Coordinate with prison welfare officers and administration
• Assist in rehabilitation and reintegration planning for inmates
• Maintain confidential records of case work sessions
• Liaise with families of inmates when required for case work