Summary
The District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Chengalpattu, has released a recruitment notification under the Mission Vatsalya guidelines for the position of Watchman. This role is based on a daily wage structure and is exclusively open to residents of the Chengalpattu district. Interested and eligible candidates who have completed their 8th standard can submit their applications offline before the deadline.
Job Details
| Category | Details |
| Department / Organization | District Child Protection Unit, Chengalpattu |
| Employment Type | Daily Wage Basis |
| Job Title | Watchman |
| Total Vacancies | 01 (Implied) |
| Location | Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu |
| Application End Date | 11.08.2026 (by 05:45 PM) |
| Application Method | Offline |
| Official Site | http://chengalpattu.nic.in |
Advertisement No.
- Not specified in the official notification.
Post and Vacancy Details
| Name of the Post | Number of Vacancies |
| Watchman (காவலாளி) | 01 |
Salary Details
- Watchman: Rs. 548/- per day (Daily Wage Basis).
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have successfully passed the 8th Standard.
- Preference will be given to candidates possessing relevant prior work experience.
Age Limit
- Applicants must be between 21 and 42 years of age.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on educational qualification, work experience, and submission of valid district residence proofs.
How to Apply
- Visit the official district website at http://chengalpattu.nic.in to download the prescribed application form.
- Fill in the application form completely with accurate details.
- Attach clear copies of the following required documents: Educational certificate, Family card (Ration card), Aadhaar card, and Experience certificate.
- Affix a recent photograph to the application.
- Submit the application directly or via post to the following address before the deadline.
Address: District Child Protection Unit, Room No. Fo-06, F-Block, Ground Floor, District Collectorate Office, Chengalpattu District – 603 111.
Instructions
- Residency Requirement: Only candidates natively belonging to the Chengalpattu district are eligible to apply for this position.
- The job is purely on a daily wage basis under the Central and State Government-funded Mission Vatsalya scheme.
- Candidates cannot claim any permanent government employment or regularization based on this temporary appointment.
- Applications received after 05:45 PM on 11.08.2026 will not be accepted.
Important Dates
- Last Date for Application Submission: 11.08.2026 up to 05:45 PM.
Important Links
- Notification link – click here
- Application link – click here




