DCPU Dhanbad Support Person Recruitment 2026

About This Job

The District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Dhanbad has released a notification (Advertisement No. 01/2026) inviting applications for the post of Support Person under the POCSO Act 2012 and POCSO Rules 2020. If you hold a graduation degree and have at least 2 years of experience in child welfare, social work, psychology, or law, you can apply for this role. The last date to submit your application is 16 April 2026 by 5:00 PM. Selected candidates will receive an honorarium of Rs. 5,000 per case.

DCPU Dhanbad Support Person Recruitment 2026

Under the direction of the Government of Jharkhand's Department of Women, Child Development and Social Security, the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) Dhanbad is empanelling Support Persons to assist child victims of sexual offences as mandated by the POCSO Act 2012. Support Persons play a vital role in providing emotional, psychological, and practical assistance to children who have faced sexual abuse, helping them through the legal process. The number of positions depends on the caseload in the district, following a 1:10 ratio (one support person per 10 cases).

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• Graduation in Arts, Commerce, Science, Law, Psychology, Social Work, or any related field from a recognized university
• Candidates working in any capacity in a related field with a minimum of 2 years of experience are also eligible

Experience

• At least 2 years of desirable experience in child protection, legal aid, social work, psychology, or counselling
• Experience at DLSA, JHALSA, DCPO, CWC, JJB, or POCSO courts is desirable (minimum 1 year)

Other Requirements

• Applicants must be residents of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand
• Must not have any criminal record or pending cases
• Must submit an experience certificate issued by the employer

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 35 years
• Maximum Age: 60 years

Honorarium

• This is not a salaried position. Selected Support Persons will receive an honorarium of Rs. 5,000 per case
• Payment will be made as per the rate decided by the Child Welfare Committee, based on notification no. 526/SP-POCSO/JSCPS/2023-24-525 dated 09.05.2025
• A Support Person can handle a maximum of 5 cases at a time

Application Fee

• The notification mentions a fee of Rs. 5,000 per case as honorarium rate. No separate application fee is mentioned in the notification for applying

Selection Process

The selection of Support Persons will be done through the following process:

1. Shortlisting: A selection committee formed by the District Child Protection Officer, Dhanbad, will shortlist candidates and publish the list at the office
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must appear for verification with original documents
3. Merit-Based Evaluation: Candidates will be evaluated on a total of 50 marks:
   • Educational Qualification (10 marks): Graduate - 6 marks, Post-Graduate - 3 marks, Other relevant qualification - 1 mark
   • Work Experience (10 marks): 1 mark per year of relevant experience (maximum 10 marks)
   • Interview (30 marks): Personal interview by the Selection Committee
4. Final Selection: Candidates scoring 60% in evaluation and 40% in interview (as per notification 525/09.05.2025) will be empanelled

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the official notification available at www.dhanbad.nic.in
2. Fill the application form completely in the prescribed format
3. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents
4. Send the completed application by Registered Post, Speed Post, or Courier to the following address:

Jila Bal Sanrakshan Paddhikari,
Mishrit Bhawan, Room No. 07,
Dhanbad, Jharkhand - 826001

You can also submit the application in person at the above office during working hours.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 29 March 2026
• Application Start Date: 30 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 16 April 2026 (by 5:00 PM)

• Assist child victims of sexual offences through the legal process under the POCSO Act 2012
• Keep the identity and all details of the child victim strictly confidential at all times
• Work closely with the Child Welfare Committee (CWC), POCSO courts, and District Child Protection Unit
• Follow up on each assigned case and track progress on the NCPCR POCSO Tracking Portal
• Prepare and submit monthly reports to the concerned CWC regarding case progress
• Handle a maximum of 5 cases at a time, giving adequate attention to each child
• Assist the child and family in understanding court procedures, legal rights, and available support services