Job Overview
The District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Chennai, has announced its Chennai DCPU Recruitment 2025 drive for eligible and passionate candidates who are committed to working towards the welfare and protection of children. This recruitment aims to fill several key positions under the Integrated Child Protection Scheme (ICPS). Candidates looking for an opportunity to serve in the social welfare sector within the Tamil Nadu Government framework are encouraged to apply.
Post Details
The following posts are available under the Chennai DCPU Recruitment 2025:
- Protection Officer (Institutional Care)
- Protection Officer (Non-Institutional Care)
- Legal cum Probation Officer
- Counsellor
- Social Worker
- Accountant
- Data Analyst
- Assistant cum Data Entry Operator
Qualifications
Candidates must possess the following educational qualifications based on the post:
- Protection Officer / Legal cum Probation Officer: Post Graduate degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or Criminology from a recognized university.
- Counsellor / Social Worker: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology.
- Accountant: B.Com with Tally knowledge.
- Data Analyst / Assistant cum DEO: Bachelor’s degree with proficiency in MS Office and data entry skills.
Preference will be given to candidates with relevant work experience in child welfare or social service projects.
Salary Details
- Protection Officer: ₹27,804 – ₹35,000 per month
- Legal cum Probation Officer / Counsellor: ₹21,000 – ₹27,000 per month
- Accountant / Data Analyst / DEO: ₹13,000 – ₹18,000 per month
(Salary varies based on position and experience as per government norms.)
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Tamil Nadu Government rules for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen).
Application Fee
- General / OBC Candidates: No Fee
- SC / ST / PWD Candidates: No Fee
(There is no application fee for this recruitment process.)
Important Dates
- Starting Date to Apply: October 2025
- Last Date to Apply: November 2025
- Interview / Selection Process Date: To be notified on the official website
Candidates are advised to submit their applications before the closing date to avoid last-minute delays.
Application Process – How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the Chennai DCPU Recruitment 2025 through offline mode by following these steps:
- Download the application form from the official Chennai District website
- Fill in all required details carefully and attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
- Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the official notification before the last date.