District Child Protection Unit Sheohar — Department of Social Welfare
Cut-off Date: 16 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 30 to 65 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 30 yrs | 65 yrs | — | 17 Aug 1961 to 16 Aug 1996 |
| EWS | 30 yrs | 65 yrs | — | 17 Aug 1961 to 16 Aug 1996 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 30 yrs | 68 yrs | +3 yrs | 17 Aug 1958 to 16 Aug 1996 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 30 yrs | 70 yrs | +5 yrs | 17 Aug 1956 to 16 Aug 1996 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 30 yrs | 70 yrs | +5 yrs | 17 Aug 1956 to 16 Aug 1996 |
| PwD (General) | 30 yrs | 75 yrs | +10 yrs | 17 Aug 1951 to 16 Aug 1996 |
Prescribed Age: 30–65 Years (As on 16 Aug 2026)
The District Child Protection Unit Sheohar has issued an official recruitment notification for Support Person, announcing a total of 5 vacancies located in Bihar. The online application window opens on 24 April 2026 and closes on 16 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)/Sociology/Psychology/Child Development or Law or Diploma in Child Rights/Counseling with Bachelor's degree and 3 years experience and be within the prescribed age limit of 30 to 65 years as on 2026-07-01, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 9000/- per POCSO case. The selection procedure comprises Based on educational qualifications, experience, and personal interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 24 Apr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
16 Aug 2026
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| Post Name | Support Person |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Qualification | Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)/Sociology/Psychology/Child Development or Law or Diploma in Child Rights/Counseling with Bachelor's degree and 3 years experience |
| Age Limit | 30 to 65 years as on 2026-07-01 |
| Salary | Rs. 9000/- per POCSO case |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | Based on educational qualifications, experience, and personal interview. |
The District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Sheohar has released a notification for the recruitment of 5 Support Persons. This is a contractual engagement under the POCSO Act framework. Eligible candidates are required to submit their applications through the offline mode before the specified deadline.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Support Person | 5 | Rs. 9,000 per POCSO case (paid in three installments) |
Candidates must ensure they meet the following educational and experience requirements:
As this is an offline recruitment process, candidates must follow these steps carefully:
Warning: Candidates must send their applications well in advance to avoid postal delays. Applications received after the closing date will be summarily rejected.
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