DCPU Theni Recruitment 2026 — Junior Assistant cum Record Clerk & Office Assistant, Apply now

District Child Protection Unit, Theni (DCPU Theni) has released a notification for 2 temporary posts — 1 Junior Assistant cum Record Clerk and 1 Office Assistant. Candidates with SSLC (10th pass) or 8th pass, depending on the post, can apply offline on or before 1 October 2026.

Who Should Apply

• Junior Assistant cum Record Clerk (1 post) — SSLC (10th class) or equivalent, with basic computer knowledge
• Office Assistant (1 post) — 8th class pass from a Government or Private School Board

Eligibility & Age Limit

For Junior Assistant cum Record Clerk, you need SSLC (10th class) or an equivalent qualification from a State or Central Board, plus computer knowledge. For Office Assistant, an 8th class pass from a Government or Private School Board is enough. The maximum age limit for both posts is 42 years. The notification does not give a minimum age or any age relaxation figures for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ex-servicemen candidates, so no specific relaxation numbers are quoted here — check the official notification PDF if you fall into one of these categories.

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Salary & Pay Scale

This is a fixed monthly consolidated pay, not a 7th CPC pay-matrix post. Junior Assistant cum Record Clerk pays ₹20,000 per month, and Office Assistant pays ₹13,000 per month. Both appointments are temporary in nature.

Important Dates

Application Fee

No application fee is mentioned in the notification for either post.

How to Apply

1. Read the official notification PDF carefully before applying.
2. Download and fill the application form with accurate details.
3. Attach self-attested copies of required documents — photograph, signature, ID proof, and educational certificates.
4. Recheck all entries and enclosures before sealing the envelope.
5. Send the completed application to: District Child Protection Officer, District Child Protection Office, Integrated Multi-purpose Complex, District Employment Office – 625531, by Speed Post/Registered Post or as instructed in the notification.
6. Make sure your application reaches the office on or before 01 October 2026 — postal delays are not an excuse the office will accept.
7. Keep a photocopy of the completed application and postal receipt for your own records.

How Are Candidates Selected

The notification does not publicly detail the stages of selection. [Check] Refer to the official notification PDF for the exact selection process before applying.

Why This Job Matters

DCPU Theni operates under Tamil Nadu's child protection framework, supporting the Juvenile Justice Board and related child-welfare functions in the district. Similar Junior Assistant cum Record Clerk and Office Assistant recruitment is being run at the same time by DCPUs in other Tamil Nadu districts, suggesting this is part of a coordinated state-wide staffing exercise for district Juvenile Justice Boards rather than a one-off local hire.

The FreshersLike Take

Best fit: This suits a Theni-based 10th pass or 8th pass candidate who wants a straightforward government-linked job with a simple offline application and very little competition pressure, since there's no written exam mentioned.

Who should think twice: Only 2 posts are open, the pay is modest (₹13,000–₹20,000 per month), and the appointment is temporary — this isn't a long-term career post, so anyone looking for job security or a pay scale with regular increments should weigh that trade-off.

Practical tip: This is offline-only with roughly a two-week window from notification to last date — get your self-attested photocopies of certificates, photograph, and signature ready today and post the application well before 1 October, since there's no online correction window if something goes wrong in transit.

Documents Required

• Passport-size photograph
• Signature (self-attested)
• Proof of identity
• SSLC / 10th certificate (for Junior Assistant cum Record Clerk) or 8th class certificate (for Office Assistant)
• Any other certificates specified in the official notification [Check]

What Happens After Selection

The notification does not specify what happens after the application stage — whether there's an interview, document verification date, or joining process. [Check] Check the official notification PDF or contact the office directly for this information.

Contact & Helpline

Applications are to be sent to: District Child Protection Officer, District Child Protection Office, Integrated Multi-purpose Complex, District Employment Office – 625531. This postal address is the only official channel named in the notification — DCPU Theni will not contact candidates through any other number or address for payment or personal details.

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Common Questions

What is the last date to apply for DCPU Theni Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the offline application is 1 October 2026.

How many vacancies are there?

There are 2 vacancies in total — 1 Junior Assistant cum Record Clerk and 1 Office Assistant.

Can an 8th pass candidate apply?

Yes, but only for the Office Assistant post. The Junior Assistant cum Record Clerk post requires SSLC (10th class) or equivalent.

Is there an entrance exam?

The notification does not mention a written exam, and the selection process isn't publicly detailed. [Check] with the official notification.

Is there an application fee?

No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

Can I apply online?

No, this recruitment is offline-only — applications must be posted or submitted physically to the address given in the notification.

What is the age limit?

The maximum age limit for both posts is 42 years. No minimum age or relaxation figures are stated in the notification.

Is this a permanent job?

No, both posts are temporary in nature.

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