Jamtara ICPS Support Person Recruitment 2026

About This Job

The Social Security Cell (Samajik Suraksha Koshang), Jamtara has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 for the recruitment of Sahayak Vyakti (Support Person) under the POCSO Act 2012 and ICPS/Mission Vatsalya scheme. These positions are based at the District Child Protection Unit, Jamtara, Jharkhand. The number of vacancies depends on the case load in the district (ratio 1:10). You can apply by sending your application through Registered Post or Speed Post before 28 April 2026.

Jamtara ICPS Support Person Recruitment 2026

The Office of the Deputy Commissioner (Sub-Divisional Magistrate), Jamtara, through its Social Security Cell and District Child Protection Unit (Jila Bal Sanrakshan Ikaai), is looking for Support Persons (Sahayak Vyakti) to assist child victims of sexual offences as required under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 and POCSO Rules, 2020. This is a panel-based contractual appointment for a period of 3 years, and selected candidates will be empanelled to provide support services to children across the district.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• Graduation or Post-Graduation in Arts, Commerce, Science, Law, Psychology, Social Work, Child Psychology, or a related field from a recognized university
• Candidates must also be proficient in the local language

Work Experience

• At least 2 years of work experience at the graduate level or above in areas related to child protection, social work, counselling, law, or psychology
• Experience with DLSA/JHALSA/DCPU/CWC/JJB/POCSO Courts for at least 1 year is desirable

Other Requirements

• Applicant must be an Indian citizen
• Must hold valid local residency proof as per the Administrative and Revenue Department notification dated 19.07.2019
• No TV/DV (criminal background) — local police verification will be conducted for all empanelled candidates

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 35 years
• Maximum Age: 60 years
• Age will be calculated from the date of publication of the advertisement

Honorarium / Payment

• This is a case-based contractual position, not a regular salaried post
• Support Persons will receive an honorarium of at least Rs. 5,000 per case per installment, as allocated by the Bal Kalyan Samiti (Child Welfare Committee)
• Payment is made as per the Women, Child Development & Social Security Department, Jharkhand notification No. 526/SP-POCSO/JSCPS/2023-24-525 dated 09.05.2025

Application Fee

• Application Fee: Rs. 5,000 per case (refundable/adjustable — this amount is mentioned as the Shulk Prati Case in the notification for General/OBC candidates)
• Candidates belonging to SC/ST category as per Jharkhand notification No. 525 dated 09.05.2025 may check the official notification for fee exemption details

Selection Process

Selection is merit-based with no written exam. A Selection Committee will evaluate candidates based on:

1. Educational Qualification (10 marks)
   • Graduate: 6 marks
   • Post-Graduate: 3 marks
   • Other qualifications: 1 mark
2. Work Experience (10 marks) — 1 mark per year of relevant experience, up to a maximum of 10 marks
3. Interview (Sakshatkar): 30 marks

Total: 50 marks. The Selection Committee will shortlist candidates and publish a merit list at the District Child Protection Unit, Jamtara office. The final panel will have 60% female and 40% male members. If enough female candidates are not available, male candidates may fill those spots.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the official notification PDF available at www.jamtara.nic.in
2. Fill out the application form completely in the prescribed format
3. Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents (educational certificates, experience proof, age proof, residency proof, passport-size photo)
4. Include a sworn affidavit (Shapath Patra) stating that you are not involved in any criminal case and have no conflict of interest
5. Send the complete application by Registered Post or Speed Post to: Jila Bal Sanrakshan Ikaai, Combined Building, Jamtara, Jharkhand — PIN 815351
6. The envelope must clearly mention the post name applied for, sender's name, and full correspondence address

Note: Applications received after the deadline or through any other mode will not be accepted. Incomplete or unclear applications will also be rejected.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 15 January 2026 (Departmental Reference); Notice dated 04 April 2026
• Application Start Date: 06 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 28 April 2026 (by 5:00 PM)
• Selection Process Date: To be announced after screening

• Assist child victims of sexual offences throughout the legal process as mandated under the POCSO Act, 2012
• Keep the child informed about the progress of the case and provide emotional support during court proceedings
• Work closely with DCPU, CWC, JJB, police, and judiciary to ensure child-friendly procedures are followed
• Follow all directions and guidelines issued by the Department of Women, Child Development & Social Security, Jharkhand
• Monitor and track each assigned case on the NCPCR POCSO Tracking Portal
• Prepare reports on the status and needs of the child victim for the relevant authorities
• Handle a maximum of 5 cases at a time, ensuring quality support to each child
• Assist the child and family in accessing government welfare schemes, school admissions, and rehabilitation services