Raipur POCSO Assistant Person Recruitment 2026

Last reviewed: 12 October 2026. The Office of the District Programme Officer, Women and Child Development Department, Raipur, has invited expressions of interest for engagement of a Support Person under Section 39 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012. The notice is aimed at experienced individuals and eligible organisations that can support children through the legal process. The deadline stated in the official notice is 15 October 2026. For related opportunities, browse Chhattisgarh Jobs, Chhattisgarh Fresh Government Jobs 2026 and Tirunelveli Child Helpline Recruitment 2026.

This is not a conventional mass-recruitment drive with a large vacancy count. The official notice invites applications from eligible people or organisations for implementation of the Support Person role. Applicants should read the notice and prescribed form carefully before sending a proposal.

Raipur POCSO Support Person Recruitment 2026: Overview

What is a POCSO Support Person?

A Support Person helps a child and the child’s family understand and navigate the process following an alleged sexual offence. The role is intended to support the child in a sensitive, child-friendly manner and help the child access information, services and appropriate assistance. It is a specialised safeguarding function, not simply a general clerical or office post.

The role must be carried out in line with the POCSO Act, the applicable rules and directions of the competent authorities. Confidentiality, respectful communication, child safety and the child’s best interests are central to the work. A Support Person must not interfere with the investigation or court process, promise a particular outcome, or disclose confidential information to unauthorised people.

Eligibility criteria

The official notice describes separate eligibility routes for individual applicants and voluntary organisations. Applicants must match the relevant route and provide documentary proof; experience should not be claimed without a certificate from the employer or organisation.

For individual applicants

• A postgraduate degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or Child Development; or a bachelor’s degree in Child Education and Development or in a relevant child protection field, together with at least three years of experience in the stated area.
• Relevant experience must be supported by a valid certificate issued by the employer or organisation. The notice says voluntary service certificates are not treated as valid employment experience for this purpose.
• The applicant must meet the local-residency requirement. The notice states that residence in Chhattisgarh and Raipur district is mandatory for individual applicants and requires a valid residence certificate issued by the competent authority.
• Educational qualifications must be from a recognised institution or university.

For voluntary organisations

An organisation applying to provide Support Person services must have worked in the field of child rights or child protection for at least three years. The notice requires organisational documents and information about governance, staffing, experience and financial records. Organisations should use the prescribed proposal format and ensure that their registration and statutory documents are valid.

Vacancies and engagement period

The notice invites expressions of interest for implementation of Support Person services in Raipur. It does not present the opportunity as a standard fixed-number competitive recruitment with a conventional vacancy table. The number of people engaged will depend on the requirement and the applicable selection process. The notice indicates that engagement of an individual Support Person may be for up to three years, subject to annual evaluation and the relevant approval process. Engagement does not create a claim to a regular government job.

Selection process

For individual applicants, eligible applications are to be scrutinised by the District Child Protection Officer/competent committee and suitable candidates may be called for a personal interview. The selection process must follow the notice and the applicable national guidelines. For organisations, the notice provides for evaluation of the proposal against experience and organisational criteria, followed by the prescribed presentation/evaluation process where applicable.

The official notice describes evaluation factors for organisations that can include relevant work experience, staffing capacity, experience implementing child protection laws and the quality of the presentation. It also states that blacklisted or legally disqualified organisations will not be considered. Applicants should not assume that submitting an expression of interest guarantees engagement.

Honorarium and expenses

The notice refers to remuneration and travel expenses in accordance with the applicable guidelines for Support Person services. It does not set out a conventional fixed monthly pay scale for a permanent post. Therefore, candidates should not rely on salary figures circulated by unofficial websites unless the amount is confirmed in the official notice or a subsequent order. Personal interview travel reimbursement is not assured; check the notice for the exact conditions.

How to apply for Raipur POCSO Support Person 2026

1. Open the official Raipur District recruitment page.
2. Locate the notice titled “Advertisement for the appointment of POCSO Assistant Person” dated 30 September 2026 and download the PDF and prescribed application format.
3. Confirm whether you are applying as an individual or as an organisation. Use the correct format and follow the requirements for that route.
4. Complete all fields accurately. Mention working contact details and a clear correspondence address.
5. Attach self-attested educational certificates, residence proof, experience certificates and any other documents listed in the official notice. Organisations must submit their registration, governance, staffing, financial and prior-work records as required.
6. Send the completed application/proposal by registered post, speed post or courier to the District Programme Officer, Women and Child Development Department, near the old Police Headquarters premises, Raj Bhavan Road, G.E. Road, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, so that it reaches the office by 15 October 2026.
7. Keep a complete copy of the application and postal/courier receipt. Use the email and phone details printed in the notification for official clarification.

Documents checklist

• Completed prescribed application or expression-of-interest form.
• Recent self-attested photograph and signature, as required by the form.
• Proof of date of birth and identity.
• Residence certificate for the required local-residency condition.
• Degree and marks certificates relevant to the eligibility route.
• Experience certificates showing role and period of service.
• For an organisation: registration certificate, governing documents, current staff details, past work and annual reports, audited accounts and other documents listed in the official format.

Important instructions before submission

Do not submit an incomplete, unclear or unsigned application. The notice says applications delivered directly at the office counter will not be accepted; use one of the stated postal/courier methods. Make sure the envelope clearly identifies the application and post/role. False information, unsupported experience or missing proof can lead to rejection or termination of engagement. Police verification and other safeguarding checks may be required before engagement, as set out in the notice and applicable guidelines.

Important links

• Official recruitment page and notification PDF
• Raipur District official website
• More Chhattisgarh government job updates on CareerSphere

Frequently asked questions

What is the last date to apply?

The official notice states 15 October 2026. The completed application must be sent by the prescribed postal/courier method in time.

How many vacancies are available?

The notice invites expressions of interest for Support Person implementation and does not advertise a conventional fixed vacancy count in the manner of a mass recruitment examination.

Can a fresher apply?

The individual eligibility route requires the prescribed qualification and at least three years of relevant experience. Applicants who do not meet this requirement should not assume they are eligible.

Can an organisation apply?

Yes. Eligible voluntary organisations with at least three years of work in child rights or child protection may submit a proposal using the organisation format and required documents.

Is this a permanent government job?

No. This is a Support Person engagement under the applicable child-protection framework, not an offer of regular government employment.

Where can I download the form?

Use the official Raipur District recruitment page linked above and download the notice and prescribed format from the entry dated 30 September 2026.

Practical guidance for applicants

Because this assignment concerns children who may be involved in criminal proceedings, the selection committee will need to assess more than a certificate or academic score. Applicants should be ready to explain how they would communicate with a child in age-appropriate language, preserve confidentiality, document interactions and coordinate referrals without influencing testimony. Examples should be drawn from genuine professional work and should never reveal the identity of a child or family.

Preparing for a possible interview

• Review the purpose of the POCSO Act, the child-friendly principles in the applicable rules and the limits of a Support Person’s role.
• Prepare a clear explanation of how you would respond if a child disclosed a concern, including listening calmly, avoiding leading questions, safeguarding immediate safety and informing the appropriate authority through the prescribed channel.
• Understand confidentiality, secure record-keeping, conflict-of-interest rules and the importance of not discussing cases on personal social-media accounts.
• Carry original certificates for verification if called, along with copies arranged in the same order as the application.

How to check the application after sending

Retain the postal receipt and tracking number. Check the district recruitment page for corrigenda, shortlist notices, interview schedules and further instructions. If contacting the department, quote the notice title and dispatch details, and avoid sending sensitive case information by ordinary email. Do not assume an application has been accepted simply because a courier tracking page shows delivery; the department may still scrutinise eligibility.

Who should not apply without checking first?

Applicants who do not have the required qualification or the specified experience should read the original notice before spending time on an application. Similarly, an organisation should verify that its registration, relevant work history, staffing and financial records satisfy every listed condition. A general volunteering certificate may not replace the specific employment-experience proof required by the notice.

Related CareerSphere resources

Browse Chhattisgarh Jobs for other state recruitment notices. Related reading: Tirunelveli Child Helpline Recruitment 2026, Chhattisgarh Fresh Government Jobs 2026, and Chhattisgarh Graduate, Technical and Medical Government Jobs 2026. Government Jobs for public-sector opportunities across India, and Medical Jobs for health and community-service vacancies. Always confirm dates and eligibility with the recruiting authority before applying.

Disclaimer: This article is an informational summary. The official notification and any corrigendum issued by the District Administration take precedence. Verify the eligibility, documents and deadline from the original PDF before applying.