Jangaon District Recruitment 2026: 8 Child Helpline Posts

Introduction

The Office of the Collector and District Magistrate, Jangaon, in Telangana, has released a recruitment notification for engagement on an outsourcing basis for eight positions within the Child Helpline 1098 under Mission Vatsalya. This is an opportunity to serve in critical roles supporting children in need. The recruitment drive aims to fill positions for Project Coordinator, Counsellor, Child Helpline Supervisor, and Case Worker. Applications are being accepted offline, and candidates must ensure they meet the specified educational qualifications and age criteria. The selection process involves a written examination followed by an oral test, with the entire process, including results and engagement orders, scheduled to conclude swiftly. The last date to submit applications is October 14, 2026. All eligible candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification for complete details before applying, as it holds the final word on all recruitment aspects.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

Candidates must meet the specific educational qualifications and experience requirements for each post. Higher qualifications in the same subject are accepted in place of a prescribed degree. All qualifications and experience must be held as of the notification date, 08 October 2026.

• Project Coordinator: Post graduate degree in Social Work, Sociology, Child Development, Human Rights, Public Administration, Psychology, Psychiatry, Law, Public Health or Community Resource Management from a recognised University. Alternatively, a degree in one of these subjects with 2 years of work experience in project formulation, implementation, monitoring, or supervision, preferably in women and child development or social welfare. Proficiency in computers is mandatory.
• Counsellor: Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Public Health or Counselling from a recognised University, or a post-graduate diploma in Counselling and Communication. A minimum of 1 year of work experience with a Government or non-Government organisation, preferably in women and child development, is required. Proficiency in computers is mandatory.
• Child Helpline Supervisor: Degree, preferably B.A., in Social Work, Computer Science, Information Technology, Community Sociology or Social Sciences from a recognised University. Weightage will be given for experience. Proficiency in computers is mandatory.
• Case Worker: Pass in Class XII from a recognised Board or its equivalent. Good communication skills are essential. Weightage will be given for experience. Proficiency in computers is mandatory.

Important Note on Experience: Experience will only be counted if the certificate clearly shows the post held, dates of joining and relieving, and is supported by an appointment order and proof of payment (bank statement, pay slips, or EPF record). Field work, project work, or internships done as a student, and voluntary service, will not be counted. Certificates from NGOs must include the organisation's registration number and NGO Darpan ID, if applicable. All certificates will be verified with the issuing authority.

Age Limit and Relaxation

Applicants must have completed 21 years of age and not have completed 35 years of age as of 01 October 2026.

• Age Relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxed by five years for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Backward Classes (BC). A relaxation of ten years is provided for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities.
• Exception: This age relaxation does not apply to individuals currently working in the Child Helpline.

Application Fee

There is no application fee for any post in this recruitment drive.

Salary and Pay Scale

The engagement for all posts is on an outsourcing basis through an agency selected by the Collector. The consolidated monthly remuneration for each post is as follows:

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of a written examination followed by an oral test on the same day. The final selection list will be declared on the day of the examination.

• Written Examination:
  • For Project Coordinator, Counsellor, and Child Helpline Supervisor (Sl.No. 1 to 3): 200 objective questions in English, to be completed in 90 minutes. Part A will have 100 common questions, and Part B will have 100 questions specific to the post.
  • For Case Worker (Sl.No. 4): 100 objective questions in English and Telugu, to be completed in 60 minutes.
  • Each question carries one mark. A penalty of one-fourth (1/4) mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer. Unanswered questions will not incur any deduction. Answers will be marked on an OMR sheet.
• Weightage for Experience (Child Helpline Supervisor & Case Worker): Two marks will be awarded for each completed year of paid work in child protection or an emergency helpline, up to a maximum of ten marks.
• Oral Test: Candidates will be assessed on five questions, with each answer marked out of five by the Selection Committee. The oral test carries 25 marks.
• Tie-Breaking Criteria: In case of a tie in total marks, preference will be given to candidates with paid work experience in an emergency helpline, followed by higher marks in the written examination, and then by older age.

The key for the written examination will be displayed at the venue at 12:00 PM on the examination day, with objections accepted until 12:45 PM. Results of the written examination will be displayed at 2:00 PM, followed by the oral test and verification of original certificates for eligible candidates.

Application Procedure

Interested and eligible candidates must apply offline by submitting their applications in the prescribed format (Annexure I). The application must be accompanied by self-attested copies of all required certificates and two recent passport-size photographs.

1. Download the application form from the official notification.
2. Fill in all the required details accurately.
3. Attach self-attested copies of your educational certificates, experience certificates, and other relevant documents as specified in Annexure I.
4. Affix two passport-size photographs.
5. Submit the completed application along with the attachments at the Inward Section of the Collectorate, Integrated District Offices Complex, Jangaon.
6. Applications sent by registered post or speed post must reach the Collectorate by 5:00 PM on 14 October 2026. The cover must be superscribed with the name of the post applied for.

Important Restriction: A candidate can apply for only one post.

Required Documents

Candidates must submit the following along with their application form:

• Self-attested copies of all certificates listed in Annexure I of the notification.
• Two passport-size photographs.

Candidates are also required to bring all original certificates for verification on the day of the examination.

Important Instructions and Common Mistakes

• Application Deadline: Ensure your application reaches the Collectorate by the specified deadline, whether submitted in person or by post. Late applications will not be considered.
• One Post Only: Candidates are strictly allowed to apply for only one post. Applying for multiple posts will lead to disqualification.
• Experience Certificates: Carefully review the requirements for experience certificates. Ensure they meet all the criteria mentioned in the notification to avoid rejection.
• Age Limit Calculation: Calculate your age precisely as of 01 October 2026.
• Verification of Documents: Be prepared to present all original certificates on the day of the examination for verification. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.
• Hall Tickets for Postal Applicants: If you applied by post, collect your hall ticket at the venue's help desk between 8:30 AM and 9:15 AM on the examination day by showing an identity card.
• Roster Points: For posts with multiple vacancies (Child Helpline Supervisor and Case Worker), the roster points will be displayed at the venue before the examination.
• Notification Modification: Be aware that the Collector reserves the right to modify or cancel the notification or vary the number of posts.

Official Notification and Application Links

• For the detailed official notification, please visit: Official Notification PDF
• For general information and updates, visit the official website: Jangaon District Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The last date to submit applications is 14 October 2026.

No, there is no application fee for any of the posts.

Candidates must be between 21 and 35 years of age as of 01 October 2026, with relaxations applicable for reserved categories.

Selection will be based on a written examination followed by an oral test.

No, candidates are allowed to apply for only one post.