Women and Child Development Department Haryana Recruitment 2025 – Apply for 479 Posts

The Women and Child Development Department, Government of Haryana, has announced a golden opportunity for aspirants who wish to work in the field of social service, child protection, and women welfare. Applications are invited in the prescribed format for the recruitment of various posts under Centrally Sponsored Schemes like Child Helpline 1098, State Child Protection Society, State Adoption Resource Agency (Mission Vatsalya), Women Helpline 181, and One Stop Centre (Mission Shakti). These posts are offered on a contractual basis at the state headquarters in Panchkula as well as at the district level across Haryana.

This recruitment aims to strengthen services for women and children, including child rescue, protection, counselling, legal assistance, helpline support, and rehabilitation. With a wide range of vacancies across different categories, the notification brings an excellent chance for candidates with qualifications from 10th pass to post-graduates.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Release Date: 25 September 2025
• Starting Date of Application Submission: 25 September 2025
• Closing Date of Application Submission: 24 October 2025

Total Vacancies

The Haryana WCD Department has released a total of 479 vacancies across various categories. These posts are spread across headquarters at Panchkula and all 22 districts of Haryana, including special posts for child help desks at railway stations.

Break-up of vacancies is as follows:

1. Child Helpline (WCD HQ, Panchkula) – 20 Posts
2. Child Helpline Units at District Child Protection Units (22 districts) – 220 Posts
3. Child Help Desk at Railway Station (Ambala & Hisar) – 12 Posts
4. Women Helpline (WCD HQ, Panchkula) – 11 Posts
5. One Stop Centre (at District Level) – 104 Posts
6. State Level Posts (State Child Protection Society & State Adoption Resource Agency) – 10 Posts
7. District Level Posts (District Child Protection Units) – 102 Posts

Grand Total = 479 Vacancies

Application Fees

• The official notification clearly mentions that no application fee is required for applying to these posts.
• Candidates only need to send their application form along with required documents through post.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility requirements vary depending on the post. Below is a detailed outline:

1. Child Helpline (WCD HQ, Panchkula)

• Helpline Administrator – Master’s degree in Law/ Social Work/ Sociology/ Social Science/ Psychology with 5 years’ experience in child-related work. Must be a resident of Haryana.
• Call Operators – 10th pass, good communication in Hindi & English, experience in PBX/ telecom preferred.
• IT Supervisor – Graduate/ Diploma in Computers/ IT with 3 years’ experience in data management and IT systems.
• Multi-purpose Staff – 10th pass, basic literacy, Haryana resident.
• Security Guard/ Night Guard – 10th pass with 2 years’ experience in security duties. Preference for ex-servicemen.

2. Child Helpline Units at District Level

• Project Coordinator – Post Graduate in Social Work/ Sociology/ Child Development/ Psychology/ Law/ Public Health OR Graduate with 2 years’ relevant experience.
• Counselor – Graduate in Social Work/ Sociology/ Psychology OR PG Diploma in Counselling & Communication. At least 1 year of experience.
• Child Helpline Supervisors – Graduate in Social Work/ IT/ Sociology/ Social Sciences with 1 year of experience.
• Case Workers – 10+2 pass with 1 year of relevant experience and good communication skills.

3. Child Help Desk at Railway Stations (Ambala & Hisar)

• Supervisors – Graduate in Social Work/ IT/ Sociology/ Social Sciences with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Case Workers – 10+2 pass with 1 year of experience in women & child development work.

4. Women Helpline (181) – Panchkula HQ

• Call Operators – 10+2 pass, good communication skills, telecom/web-based system experience preferred. Women candidates preferred.
• Security Guard/ Night Guard – 10th pass with 2 years’ experience. Preference for Ex-servicemen.
• Multi-purpose Staff – 10th pass with knowledge in relevant field.

5. One Stop Centre (District Level)

• Centre Administrator – Master’s in Law/ Social Work/ Sociology/ Social Science/ Psychology with 5 years’ experience. Women candidates preferred.
• Para Legal Personnel/ Lawyer – Degree in Law with 3 years’ experience in government/ NGO projects OR practicing lawyer with 2 years’ litigation experience.
• Psycho Social Counsellor – Graduate/ PG in Psychology/ Psychiatry/ Neurosciences with 3 years’ experience.
• Para Medical Personnel – Graduate/ Diploma in Paramedics with 3 years’ experience.
• Office Assistant with Computer Knowledge – Graduate with IT diploma and 3 years’ experience in data management.
• Multi-purpose Staff/ Cook – 10th pass with relevant experience.
• Security Guard/ Night Guard – 10th pass with 2 years’ experience. Preference for ex-servicemen.

6. State Level Posts (at Panchkula HQ)

• Programme Officer (HSCPS) – PG in Social Work/ Sociology/ Child Development/ Law/ Psychology/ Public Health OR Graduate with 2 years’ experience.
• Account Officer – M.Com with 3 years’ accounting experience.
• Programme Assistant (SARA) – Graduate with diploma in computers and 1 year experience in ICPS/ helplines.
• Accounts Assistant – B.Com with 1 year experience in accounts.
• Assistant cum Data Entry Operator – 10+2 with diploma in computers and 1 year relevant experience.

7. District Level Posts (District Child Protection Units)

• District Child Protection Officers – PG in Social Work/ Sociology/ Child Development/ Law/ Psychology with 3 years’ experience in project supervision.
• Protection Officers (Institutional & Non-Institutional Care) – PG in Social Work/ Sociology/ Psychology OR Graduate with 2 years’ relevant experience.
• Legal cum Probation Officer – LLB with 2 years’ experience in legal/ child rights work.
• Counselors – Graduate in Social Work/ Sociology/ Psychology OR PG Diploma in Counselling with 1 year experience.
• Social Workers – Graduate in Social Sciences, preference for those with ICPS experience.
• Accountants – B.Com/ Graduate in Mathematics with 3 years’ experience.
• Data Analysts – Graduate in Statistics/ Mathematics/ Economics/ BCA with 1 year relevant experience.
• Assistant cum DEOs – 10+2 with Computer diploma and 1 year experience.
• Outreach Workers – 10+2 with good communication skills and 1 year experience in helplines preferred.

Salary Scale

The salary for different posts ranges from ₹10,592/- to ₹44,023/- per month depending on qualification and experience.

• Highest Salary: District Child Protection Officers – ₹44,023/- per month.
• Mid-level Salary: Centre Administrators – ₹30,000/- to ₹34,755/- per month.
• Entry-level Salary: Outreach Workers – ₹10,592/- per month.

This salary is fixed as per government-approved contractual pay for centrally sponsored schemes.

Age Limit

• The age criteria are not specifically mentioned in the notification, but generally candidates should be between 21 to 42 years.
• Relaxation in upper age limit will be provided as per Haryana Government rules.

Selection Process

• The selection will be based on shortlisting of applications, followed by interview and document verification.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews.
• Original documents must be produced at the time of interview.

Documents Required

Candidates must attach self-attested photocopies of the following documents with their application:

1. Passport size photographs (two recent).
2. 10th certificate for proof of age.
3. Educational qualification certificates & mark sheets.
4. Category/ caste certificate (if applicable).
5. Aadhar card/ Voter ID/ Passport/ Driving License (for identity).
6. PAN card.
7. Experience certificates from employers.
8. Proof of current employment such as joining letter, last month’s salary slip, Form 16.
9. Any other supporting documents relevant to the application.

How to Apply

1. Candidates must apply in the prescribed format (application form available in the official notification).
2. Fill the form carefully with correct details and attach self-attested copies of documents.
3. Place the form and documents in an envelope and mention the name of the post applied for on the top of the envelope.
4. Send the completed application by post to the office of the Women and Child Development Department, Haryana before the last date (24 October 2025).

Why Apply for WCD Haryana Recruitment 2025?

This recruitment is not just a job opportunity but also a chance to work for social change and development. By joining these posts, candidates can:

• Contribute towards rescuing and rehabilitating children in distress through Child Helpline 1098.
• Support women facing violence or abuse by working with One Stop Centres and Women Helpline 181.
• Work directly in legal counselling, psychological support, and community outreach.
• Gain valuable experience in government projects dealing with child protection and women empowerment.
• Build a meaningful career in social work, law, counselling, psychology, and community welfare.

The wide range of posts ensures opportunities for all, whether you are a graduate, postgraduate, social worker, lawyer, counsellor, IT professional, or simply someone with good communication skills and passion for service.