DCPU Jalpaiguri Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

DCPU Jalpaiguri Recruitment 2026: Notification for Protection Officer & Social Worker

Recruitment Overview

The District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Jalpaiguri, under the Office of the District Magistrate, Government of West Bengal, has released an official notification for the recruitment of 05 posts. This recruitment drive is part of Mission Vatsalya and invites applications for the positions of Protection Officer (Non-Institutional Care), Social Worker, and Outreach Worker on a contract basis.

This is a Direct Recruitment process based on a Written Test, Computer Test, and Viva Voice Test. Interested candidates holding Post Graduate, Graduate, or 12th Pass qualifications must submit their applications in Offline mode to the District Child Protection Unit, Jalpaiguri. The last date to submit the application form is 09-03-2026.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details (Post-wise Breakdown)

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

1. Educational Qualification

• Protection Officer (Non-Institutional Care):
  • Option A: Post Graduate degree in Social Work/Sociology/Child Development/Human Rights/Public Administration/Psychology/Psychiatry/Law/Public Health/Community Resource Management from a recognized University.
  • Option B: Graduate in the above disciplines with 2 years experience in project formulation/implementation, monitoring, and supervision preferably in Women & Child Development/Social Welfare.
  • Mandatory: Proficiency in Computers.
• Social Worker:
  • Graduate preferably B.A. in Social Work/Sociology/Social Sciences from a recognized university.
  • Weightage will be given for work experience. Proficiency in Computers required.
• Outreach Worker:
  • 12th Pass from a recognized Board.
  • Good Communication Skills. Weightage for work experience candidates.

2. Age Limit

• Age criteria are As per Organization Rules.
• Age as on: 16-02-2026.
• Age Relaxation: As per Government of West Bengal norms (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) if applicable, though specific rules were not detailed in the notification text. Candidates should refer to the official PDF for reserved category relaxations.

🎯 Selection Process

Eligible candidates will be selected through the following stages:

1. Written Test: Screening test to shortlist candidates.
2. Computer Test: Assessment of computer proficiency.
3. Viva Voice Test (Interview): Personal interview.
4. Merit List: Based on combined performance.
5. Police Verification & Medical Examination.

Application Fee

The official notification text provided did not specify an application fee. Candidates are advised to check the official notification PDF for any fee requirements.

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

Interested candidates must follow these steps to apply for DCPU Jalpaiguri Recruitment 2026:

1. Download Application Form: Visit the official website or use the link provided below to download the official notification and the prescribed application format.
2. Fill Details: Fill in all required details carefully in the prescribed format. Ensure legible handwriting if filling manually.
3. Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates, Age Proof, Caste Certificate, etc.).
4. Photographs: Attach recent passport-size photographs as specified.
5. Submission: Send the filled application form along with all documents to the following address via Speed Post/Registered Post:

The District Child Protection Officer,
District Child Protection Unit,
Collectorate Building, Jalpaiguri,
West Bengal - 735101

6. Deadline: Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 09-03-2026.

📅 Important Dates

Important Links Section

• Official Notification PDF & Application Form: Click Here to Download
• Official Website (DCPU Jalpaiguri): www.jalpaiguri.gov.in