Department of Women and Child Development, Government of NCT of Delhi — State Child Protection Society (SCPS)
| Application Start | 05 Jun 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Post Name | Programme Officer, DCPO, Protection Officer, Legal cum Probation Officer, Counselor, Social Worker, Accountant, Data Analyst, ADEO, Out Reach Worker |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 62 |
| Qualification | Varies by post (Post Graduate/Graduate/LLB/12th Pass). Details per TOR. |
| Age Limit | 35-40 years as of 2026-06-26 |
| Salary | Rs. 22,411 to Rs. 44,023 per month |
| Application Fee | Not specified |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting of applications followed by an interview for eligible candidates. |
The Department of Women and Child Development (WCD), Government of NCT of Delhi, has invited applications for 62 contractual positions under the Mission Vatsalya scheme. These roles are spread across the State Child Protection Society (SCPS), District Child Protection Units (DCPUs), Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs), Child Welfare Committees (CWCs), and Special Juvenile Police Units (SJPUs). The engagement is purely contractual for an initial period of one year.
| Post Name | Placement Unit | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Programme Officer | SCPS | Rs. 34,755 |
| District Child Protection Officer | DCPU | Rs. 44,023 |
| Protection Officer (Institutional/Non-Institutional) | DCPU | Rs. 27,804 |
| Legal cum Probation Officer | DCPU/JJB | Rs. 27,804 |
| Counselor | DCPU/CWC/JJB | Rs. 24,356 |
| Social Worker | DCPU/SJPU | Rs. 24,356 |
| Accountant | DCPU | Rs. 24,356 |
| Data Analyst | DCPU | Rs. 24,356 |
| Assistant cum Data Entry Operator | DCPU | Rs. 22,411 |
| Out Reach Worker | DCPU | Rs. 22,411 |
Candidates must meet the educational and experience requirements as per the official Terms of References (TORs). Key eligibility markers include:
The selection process involves shortlisting based on eligibility followed by an interview. The department will not entertain offline applications. Regularly monitor the official website (https://www.wcd.delhi.gov.in) for the list of shortlisted candidates and interview schedules, as these will not be sent via post.
Q: Is this a permanent government job?
A: No, these are purely contractual positions under the Mission Vatsalya scheme, initially engaged for one year.
Q: Can I apply for both Social Worker and Counselor posts?
A: No. A candidate is eligible to apply for only one post. Multiple applications will lead to total disqualification.
Q: How is the experience calculated?
A: Only experience gained after the completion of the essential educational qualification is counted as valid post-qualification experience.
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