District Child Protection Unit Theni — Department of Social Defence
Cut-off Date: 01 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 42 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) | 18 yrs | 42 yrs | — | 02 Sep 1984 to 01 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 42 yrs | — | 02 Sep 1984 to 01 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +3 yrs | 02 Sep 1981 to 01 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 47 yrs | +5 yrs | 02 Sep 1979 to 01 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 47 yrs | +5 yrs | 02 Sep 1979 to 01 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 52 yrs | +10 yrs | 02 Sep 1974 to 01 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–42 Years (As on 01 Sep 2026)
The District Child Protection Unit Theni has issued an official recruitment notification for Counsellor, announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in Tamil Nadu. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 01 September 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Graduate in Social Work/Sociology/Psychology/Public Health/Counselling with PG Diploma in Counselling and Communication. and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 42 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 18536 per month. The selection procedure comprises Document Verification. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Last Date to Apply |
01 Sep 2026
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| Post Name | Counsellor |
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| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | Graduate in Social Work/Sociology/Psychology/Public Health/Counselling with PG Diploma in Counselling and Communication. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 42 years |
| Salary | Rs. 18536 per month |
| Selection Process | Document Verification |
The District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Theni, has announced a recruitment notification for the post of Counsellor. This is a contractual engagement. Candidates interested in serving in the child protection sector are encouraged to review the eligibility criteria and submit their applications via the prescribed offline mode before the deadline.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Consolidated Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Counsellor | 1 | Rs. 18,536 |
Applicants must satisfy the following educational and experience requirements to be considered for the position:
Warning: Ensure that your application reaches the designated office well before the deadline. Applications received via ordinary post or post-deadline submissions will be rejected. Always retain a photocopy of your submitted application for your personal records.
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