The District Child Protection Unit Kanniyakumari, functioning under the Department of Children Welfare and Special Services in Tamil Nadu, has announced recruitment for District Coordinator and Counsellor posts on a contractual basis. There are two vacancies in total. The roles involve child protection work in the district, with the Counsellor position linked to counselling and helpline support under the unit.
DCPU Kanniyakumari Recruitment 2026 - District Coordinator and Counsellor Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
05 Oct
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Recruitment status
Applications closed on 05 Oct 2026
- Notification23 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed05 Oct
About DCPU Kanniyakumari District Coordinator and Counsellor Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- District Child Protection Unit Kanniyakumari
- Post Name
- District Coordinator and Counsellor
- Job Location
- Kanniyakumari, Tamil Nadu
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 42 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
Vacancy Breakdown
District Coordinator
1
Counsellor
1
Total2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| District Coordinator | 1 |
| Counsellor | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
District Coordinator1 post
- Qualification
- Post Graduate Degree in Social Work/Sociology/Child Development/Human Rights/Public Administration/Psychology/Mental Health/Law/Public Health/Community Resource Management from a recognized university OR Graduate Degree in Social Work/Sociology/Child Development/Human Rights/Public Administration with PG Diploma in Women and Child Development/Psychology/Mental Health/Law/Public Health/Community Resource Management
- Experience
- 2 years of experience in project formulation, implementation, monitoring and supervision in the Social Welfare and Women and Child Development sector (for the graduate route)
- Note
- Computer knowledge is required.
Counsellor1 post
- Qualification
- Graduate Degree in Social Work/Sociology/Psychology/Public Health/Mental Health from a recognized university OR Post Graduate Degree in Counselling and Communication
- Experience
- Minimum 1 year of work experience in a Government organization or NGO
- Note
- Computer knowledge is required.
- Preference
- Candidates with experience in the Women and Child Development sector and emergency helpline services
Age Limit
Maximum 42 years as on 01.09.2026
Selection Process
- 1Document Verification
Certificates and experience documents of the applicants are verified.
- 2Merit List
Selection is based on a merit list prepared from qualifications and experience.
Salary Structure
District Coordinator
Pay: Rs. 28000/- Per Month
Counsellor
Pay: Rs. 23000/- Per Month
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| District Coordinator | Rs. 28000/- Per Month |
| Counsellor | Rs. 23000/- Per Month |
How to Apply
- 1Download the application form from the official website www.kanniyakumari.nic.in
- 2Fill in the application form carefully with correct information
- 3Attach self-attested copies of the photograph, signature, ID proof and certificates
- 4Check all details carefully before submission
- 5Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification by Speed Post or Registered Post
- 6Ensure the application reaches before the last date 05-10-2026
- 7Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Passport size photograph
•Signature
•ID proof
•Educational qualification certificates
•Experience certificates
Important Details
- Computer knowledge is required for both posts.
- Applications that are incomplete or sent without the relevant supporting documents will be rejected without any prior information.
- The application form carries a declaration that any incorrect information will make the candidature liable to rejection.
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