Department of Women and Child Development (DWCD) Puducherry — Department of Women and Child Development
The Department of Women and Child Development (DWCD) Puducherry has issued an official recruitment notification for Chairperson and Member, announcing a total of 20 vacancies located in Puducherry. The online application window opens on 29 September 2026 and closes on 20 October 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Respectable and educated citizen of India engaged in public activity or social work, ordinarily residing within the jurisdiction of the Dowry Prohibition Officer, and native of UT of Puducherry. Experience in social work or public activity required. One person among members with legal experience will be considered. and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 60 years as of 31-10-2026, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of As per Government rules. The selection procedure comprises Scrutiny of applications by the Government followed by appointment by the Government of Puducherry.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 29 Sep 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
20 Oct 2026
|
| Post Name |
💼 Chairperson
💼 Member
|
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 20 |
| Qualification | Respectable and educated citizen of India engaged in public activity or social work, ordinarily residing within the jurisdiction of the Dowry Prohibition Officer, and native of UT of Puducherry. Experience in social work or public activity required. One person among members with legal experience will be considered. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 60 years as of 31-10-2026 |
| Salary | As per Government rules |
| Application Fee |
General: ₹0
OBC: ₹0
EWS: ₹0
SC: ₹0
ST: ₹0
fee_exempted: Yes
payment_mode: Nil
|
| Selection Process | Scrutiny of applications by the Government followed by appointment by the Government of Puducherry. |
| Post / Designation | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairperson / Member (Pondicherry) | - | - | - | - | - | 5 |
| Chairperson / Member (Karaikal) | - | - | - | - | - | 5 |
| Chairperson / Member (Mahe) | - | - | - | - | - | 5 |
| Chairperson / Member (Yanam) | - | - | - | - | - | 5 |
| Consolidated Total | - | - | - | - | - | 20 |
As per Government norms
Cut-off Date: As on 31 October 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 60 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 | 60 yrs | — | 01 Nov 1966 to 31 Oct 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 60 yrs | — | 01 Nov 1966 to 31 Oct 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 63 yrs | +3 yrs | 01 Nov 1963 to 31 Oct 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 65 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Nov 1961 to 31 Oct 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 65 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Nov 1961 to 31 Oct 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 70 yrs | +10 yrs | 01 Nov 1956 to 31 Oct 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–60 Years (As on As on 31 October 2026)
The Department of Women and Child Development (DWCD) Puducherry has officially released notification number No.4452/DWCD/WD/A5/Advisory Board-DPAct/2026 for hiring dedicated professionals. Candidates seeking to contribute meaningfully to social welfare can explore all latest Puducherry Government Jobs through official channels. This recruitment drive aims to fill 20 Chairperson and Member posts across multiple regions in the Union Territory of Puducherry.
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Chairperson / Member (Pondicherry) | 5 |
| Chairperson / Member (Karaikal) | 5 |
| Chairperson / Member (Mahe) | 5 |
| Chairperson / Member (Yanam) | 5 |
| Total | 20 |
Qualified individuals who want to participate in public service can also check more Graduate jobs in Puducherry that match their qualifications. The positions are offered on a contractual basis, providing a valuable platform for experienced citizens to assist in regulatory and advisory capacities under government norms.
The total of 20 vacancies is equally distributed across four key districts within the Union Territory. Applicants must note the regional breakdown before submitting their physical applications.
| Region / District | Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Pondicherry | Chairperson / Member | 5 |
| Karaikal | Chairperson / Member | 5 |
| Mahe | Chairperson / Member | 5 |
| Yanam | Chairperson / Member | 5 |
Applicants must meet specific educational, residency, and professional criteria defined by the department. To qualify for the Chairperson and Member posts, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
The maximum age limit is set at 60 years as of 31-10-2026. No age relaxations are specified in the official notification.
Selected candidates appointed to the Chairperson and Member positions will receive emoluments structured As per Government rules. The compensation package follows official consolidated pay guidelines applicable to contractual advisory boards in the Union Territory.
The recruitment methodology for these prestigious social welfare positions does not involve any written examination or computer-based test. The selection stages consist of:
Candidates applying for the DWCD Puducherry recruitment drive enjoy complete fee exemption. No application fee is required for General, OBC, EWS, SC, or ST applicants, making the application mode completely free of cost.
Since the application mode is strictly offline, candidates must carefully follow the submission procedure to prevent rejection:
Applicants must enclose self-attested copies of the following documents along with their filled offline application form:
Ensure that the application form is filled out completely without any omissions. Mail the documents via Speed Post or Registered Post well in advance to ensure delivery prior to the 20-10-2026 deadline. Applications received after the last date will face summary rejection without review.
Candidates can access the primary recruitment documents through the verified links below:
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