District Social Welfare Office Recruitment 2025 – Apply for Case Worker, Cook, and Security Guard Posts
The Office of the District Social Welfare Officer, Ganderbal, under the Government of Jammu & Kashmir (UT), has issued a notification for the recruitment of staff under the Mission Shakti Scheme (One Stop Centre – OSC).
The hiring is for three important contractual positions — Case Worker (Female), Multipurpose Staff/Cook, and Security Guard/Night Guard — as part of the initiative supported by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | District Social Welfare Office, Ganderbal |
| Scheme | Mission Shakti (One Stop Centre – OSC) |
| Notification Date | 16-10-2025 |
| Application Start Date | 16-10-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25-10-2025 (04:00 PM) |
| Total Vacancies | 03 |
| Type of Posts | Contractual (Temporary basis) |
| Location | Ganderbal, Jammu & Kashmir |
| Selection Mode | Shortlisting + Viva-Voce |
Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria
1. Case Worker (Female)
- Posts: 01
- Monthly Honorarium: ₹14,000
- Qualification: Bachelor’s in Law/Social Work/Sociology/Social Science/Psychology
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in women-related projects (Govt./NGO)
- Age Limit: 18–40 years as on 01.01.2025
2. Multipurpose Staff/Cook
- Posts: 01
- Monthly Honorarium: ₹10,000
- Qualification: Matriculation
- Experience: At least 1 year in cooking or related field
- Age Limit: 18–40 years as on 01.01.2025
3. Security Guard/Night Guard
- Posts: 01
- Monthly Honorarium: ₹10,000
- Qualification: Matriculation
- Experience: Minimum 2 years as security personnel (Govt./Private). Preference to ex-servicemen.
- Age Limit: 18–40 years as on 01.01.2025
Selection Criteria
- Academic Qualification: 80 points (on pro-rata basis)
- Interview (Viva-Voce): 20 points
- Shortlisting Ratio: 1:5 (five candidates per post)
Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email, phone, or local media.
Important Terms and Conditions
- Domicile: Applicant must be a resident of District Ganderbal and a domicile of J&K.
- Health: Must be medically fit for field duties.
- Nature of Job: Purely temporary and contractual; continuation based on performance.
- Tenure: Up to 31st March 2026, extendable based on performance.
- No Regularization: No claim for permanent employment.
- Application Fee: No fee required.
- Document Verification: Originals will be verified; any forgery will lead to disqualification.
- Right to Cancel: The officer reserves the right to cancel recruitment anytime.
- No TA/DA: No travel allowance for interviews.
Documents Required
Attach self-attested copies of the following with your application:
- Qualification Certificates
- Date of Birth Certificate
- Domicile and Aadhaar Card/Address Proof
- Experience Certificates (if applicable)
How to Apply
Submit your offline application form along with required documents to:
Office of the District Social Welfare Officer, Ganderbal (Mini Secretariat Ganderbal)
Last Date: 25th October 2025 (till 4:00 PM)
Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 16 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 October 2025 (04:00 PM) |
| Interview Schedule | To be notified later |
About Mission Shakti – One Stop Centre Scheme
Mission Shakti, launched by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, aims to empower women and provide integrated support to victims of violence.
One Stop Centres (OSCs) across districts offer:
- Medical and legal assistance
- Counseling and shelter
- Police facilitation
- Psycho-social support
This recruitment strengthens the Mission Shakti framework in District Ganderbal, ensuring timely help and protection for women in distress.
Why Apply
- Serve under a national women empowerment mission
- Gain valuable experience in social welfare
- Earn a monthly honorarium
- Opportunity to make a community impact
