WCDSS Jharkhand Recruitment 2026: 1 Outreach Worker Vacancy – Apply Offline by 31 October 2026

The Department of Women, Child Development and Social Security (WCDSS), Jharkhand — under Bal Sanrakshan Sanstha, Simdega — has issued a contract-basis recruitment notification (Advt. No. DCPU/SDG/Recruitment/726) for 1 Outreach Worker (DCPS-10) post. Eligible candidates meeting the prescribed qualification must submit their applications through Registered Post or Speed Post to the District Child Protection Office, Simdega, on or before 31 October 2026 up to 05:00 PM.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Educational Qualification: Candidate must have passed the 12th standard or equivalent examination from a recognized board or university.
• Additional Requirement: Good communication skills are mandatory.
• Experience Preference: Preference will be given to candidates having relevant work experience in child protection or social welfare.
• Age Limit: Minimum 30 years and maximum 45 years as on 01 August 2026. Age relaxation for reserved categories as per applicable Government of Jharkhand rules.
• Residency: Candidates domiciled in Simdega district of Jharkhand are expected to apply (as per district-level recruitment norms).

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection for the Outreach Worker post will be conducted through the following process:

1. Application Scrutiny: The selection committee will scrutinize all received applications for eligibility and completeness.
2. Certificate Verification: Shortlisted candidates' educational and experience certificates will be verified.
3. Police Verification: Candidates shortlisted after scrutiny will undergo police verification.

The appointment is made on a contract basis for an initial period of one (1) year. The selection committee will review the appointed candidate's performance before renewing the contract for an additional year. No written examination or direct walk-in interview is indicated in this notification.

Note: Applications received after 31 October 2026 (05:00 PM) will not be accepted. Incomplete applications and those not meeting the required criteria will be summarily rejected.

How to Apply – Address & Instructions

Candidates must submit their application in the prescribed format (available in the official notification PDF) through Registered Post or Speed Post to the following address:

The application must reach the above address on or before 31 October 2026, 05:00 PM. Candidates are advised to send the application well in advance to account for postal delays.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• 12th Standard (Intermediate) Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate from a Recognized Board
• All Relevant Educational Qualification Degree/Diploma Certificates and Consolidated Mark Sheets
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable — preference given to experienced candidates)
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate (ST) in Central Government prescribed format
• Two Recent Passport-Size Photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
• Prescribed Application Format (downloaded from the official notification PDF)

Important Dates

Important Links

• Download WCDSS Jharkhand Outreach Worker Official Notification PDF & Prescribed Application Format
• Visit Official Simdega District Website for Recruitment Updates

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for WCDSS Jharkhand Outreach Worker Recruitment 2026?

The last date for receipt of offline applications through Registered Post / Speed Post is 31 October 2026, up to 05:00 PM. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.

2. Where do I send the application form for this recruitment?

Send your completed application (in the prescribed format from the official notification) via Registered Post or Speed Post to: District Child Protection Office, Information and Public Relations Office Building, First Floor, Simdega, Jharkhand – 835223.

3. Is there an application fee for the WCDSS Jharkhand Outreach Worker post?

The official notification (Advt. No. DCPU/SDG/Recruitment/726) does not mention any application fee. Candidates should refer to the full notification PDF for confirmation.

4. Is this a permanent government job or a contractual post?

This is a contractual appointment for an initial period of one year. The contract is subject to renewal for an additional year based on a performance review by the selection committee. It is not a permanent, regular cadre government job.

5. What is the monthly salary for the Outreach Worker post?

The notified monthly remuneration is Rs. 10,592.00 per month on a contractual basis. This is not a Level-7 or regular central/state pay-scale post.

6. What is the selection process for WCDSS Jharkhand Outreach Worker?

Selection involves scrutiny of applications and verification of educational and experience certificates. Shortlisted candidates will undergo police verification before final appointment. There is no written examination mentioned in this notification.