DCPU Ranchi Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 02 Posts
Post Name : Protection Officer – Non-Institutional Care & Data Analyst
Conducting Authority : District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Ranchi
Scheme : Mission Vatsalya
Short Information
District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Ranchi has released a recruitment notice under Mission Vatsalya for 02 contractual posts of Protection Officer – Non-Institutional Care and Data Analyst. The selected candidates will be appointed on a contractual basis at the district level. The application process is offline, and eligible candidates can submit their applications through Registered Post/Speed Post up to 22 August 2026, 05:00 PM.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 30 July 2026 |
| Application Start Date | Not Mentioned |
| Last Date to Receive Application | 22 August 2026 05:00 PM |
Education Qualification
| Post | Educational Qualification | Preference |
|---|---|---|
| Protection Officer – Non-Institutional Care |
Option 1: Post Graduation in Social Work, Sociology, Child Development, Human Rights & Public Administration, Psychology, Psychiatry, Law, Public Health or Community Resource Management.
OR Option 2: Graduation in any of the above subjects + 02 years of work experience in Women & Child Development / Social Welfare, including project preparation, implementation, monitoring and supervision. |
Candidates with relevant work experience and computer proficiency will be preferred. |
| Data Analyst | Graduation in Computer (BCA), Statistics, Mathematics or Economics from a recognized university. | Candidates with relevant work experience and computer proficiency will be preferred. |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | No Application Fee |
Note: No Application Fee is mentioned in the recruitment notice.
Age Limit
The age limit will be calculated as on 01 August 2025.
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Protection Officer – Non-Institutional Care | 30 Years | 45 Years |
| Data Analyst | 30 Years | 45 Years |
Note: The recruitment notice specifies that the applicable reservation/roster provisions of the Jharkhand Government will be followed.
Vacancy Details (Post Wise)
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protection Officer – Non-Institutional Care | 01 | 30–45 Years | ₹27,804/- |
| Data Analyst | 01 | 30–45 Years | ₹18,536/- |
| Total | 02 | — | — |
Important Links
| Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Aplication Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Our Official Whatsapp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Our Official Telegram Channel | Click Here |
Required Documents
Candidates must attach the following self-attested photocopies along with the application form:
- Educational Qualification Certificate
- Work Experience Certificate, if applicable
- Caste Certificate, if applicable
- Residential Certificate
- Additional Educational Qualification Certificate, if applicable
- Professional/Other Qualification Certificate, if applicable
- Age Proof Document
- Photo Identity Card such as Aadhaar Card, Driving Licence, PAN Card, etc.
Important: All photocopies attached with the application form should be self-attested and clearly readable.
📝 How to Apply
- Download and fill out the Application Form correctly.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents, including Educational Qualification Certificates, Work Experience Certificates, Caste Certificate, Local Resident Certificate and additional educational qualification certificates.
- Write the Name of the Post Applied For clearly on the application envelope.
- Send the completed application form only through Registered Post/Speed Post.
- Applications sent through any other mode will not be accepted.
- Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate application form for each post.
- A candidate can apply for more than one post as per their eligibility, but for district-level posts, a maximum of two districts can be selected.
- Make sure the application reaches the concerned office on or before 22 August 2026, 05:00 PM.
Important: Applications received after the last date, incomplete applications, or applications that do not meet the prescribed eligibility criteria will be rejected.
Mode of Selection
- The selection will be based on the Educational Qualification Score and Merit List.
- Marks obtained in the Mandatory and Additional Educational Qualifications will be considered for calculating the Educational Qualification Score.
- A Preliminary Merit List will be prepared for candidates up to twice the number of available vacancies in each category of post.
- The Certificates and Documents of shortlisted candidates will be verified.
- Candidates whose documents are found correct will be issued Appointment Letters against the available vacancies.
- No Interview will be conducted for the selection.
- In case of a tie in the final merit list, priority will be decided based on the initial letter of the candidate's name.
Important: Candidates should ensure that all educational qualification and supporting documents are valid and correct, as document verification will be conducted before appointment.
❓ DCPU Ranchi Recruitment 2026 – Important Questions & Answers (FAQs)
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Q1. How many posts are available in DCPU Ranchi Recruitment 2026?
Ans: There are 02 posts in total. -
Q2. Which posts are available?
Ans: The available posts are Protection Officer – Non-Institutional Care and Data Analyst. -
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The last date to apply is 22 August 2026, 05:00 PM. -
Q4. How should the application be submitted?
Ans: The application must be submitted through Registered Post/Speed Post. -
Q5. What is the age limit for both posts?
Ans: The age limit for both posts is 30 to 45 years. Age will be calculated as on 01 August 2025. -
Q6. What is the educational qualification for Protection Officer?
Ans: Candidates must have a Post Graduation degree in the relevant subject, or a Graduation degree in the relevant subject along with 02 years of work experience. -
Q7. What is the educational qualification for Data Analyst?
Ans: Candidates must have a Graduation degree in Computer (BCA), Statistics, Mathematics, or Economics, along with computer proficiency. -
Q8. Will there be an interview?
Ans: No. No interview will be conducted for this recruitment. -
Q9. How will the selection be made?
Ans: A Preliminary Merit List will be prepared based on the Educational Qualification Score, followed by Document Verification. -
Q10. Is the vacancy given category-wise?
Ans: No. The recruitment notice does not specify the number of vacancies category-wise. -
Q11. Can I apply for more than one post?
Ans: Yes. However, candidates must submit a separate application for each post. -
Q12. Where should the application be sent?
Ans: The application should be sent to:
District Child Protection Unit, Collectorate Building, Block-“B”, Room No. 111, PIN Code-834001, Ranchi, Jharkhand.
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