The Department of Social Welfare, Women and Child Development, UT Administration of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu is recruiting 60 candidates on a short-term contract basis through a Walk-in-Interview scheduled on 23, 24, and 25 June 2026 at 9:30 AM. Posts span three national schemes – Mission Vatsalaya, Mission Shakti, and Mission Saksham Anganwadi & POSHAN 2.0 – across DNH, Daman, and Diu districts. No application fee is charged, and candidates must bring a filled application form along with original documents on the interview day.
UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
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UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
Candidates appearing for the interview must report at 9:30 AM sharp on their respective interview day for document verification before the interview begins. There is no separate last date to submit an online or offline application – attendance at the Walk-in-Interview itself constitutes the application process.
UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Recruitment 2026 – Venue Details
Candidates should note that the interview venue differs based on the district they are applying under.
UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Breakdown – All 35 Posts Across 3 Interview Days
Day 1 – 23 June 2026
Day 2 – 24 June 2026
Day 3 – 25 June 2026
Total Vacancies: 60
UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies significantly by post. Candidates wondering about the minimum qualification should check the post-specific requirements below. The general age limit is 18 to 35 years; however, candidates with experience in Social Welfare and Women & Child Development may be considered up to 50 years of age.
Qualification by Post Category
Senior/Coordinator-Level Posts (DCPO, Protection Officers, Project Coordinator, Gender Specialist, Mission 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 recognized university.
- Alternatively, a Graduate in the same disciplines with at least 2 years’ experience in project formulation, implementation, monitoring, and supervision in Women & Child Development or Social Welfare.
- DCPO requires a minimum of 3 years’ experience with a Govt./Non-Govt. organization in Documentation, Training & Capacity Building.
- Proficiency in Computers is required for all such posts.
Legal cum Probation Officer
- LLB from a recognized university with at least 2 years’ experience working with Govt./NGO in legal matters, preferably in the field of Women & Child Rights.
District Coordinator / Block Coordinator (POSHAN 2.0)
- Graduate or Certification/Diploma in Computer Science or IT.
- At least 2 years’ experience in application maintenance and support.
- Computer literacy, willingness to travel, and good oral/written communication in local language are mandatory.
- Mandatorily local candidates should be engaged.
Centre Administrator (One Stop Centre)
- Any woman with a Master’s degree in Law, Social Work, Sociology, or Social Science/Psychology.
- At least 5 years’ experience on women-related domains in a Govt. or Non-Govt. administrative setup.
- At least 1 year of counselling experience is required.
- Should preferably be a resident of the local community.
Case Worker (One Stop Centre)
- Any woman with a Bachelor’s degree in Law, Social Work, Sociology, or Social Science/Psychology.
- At least 3 years’ experience in a Govt. or Non-Govt. project/programme in women-related domains.
Accounts Officer / Accountant / Store Keeper Cum Accountant
- Graduate in Commerce or Mathematics from a recognized university.
- At least 1 year’s experience in the desired field with Computer Skills and command on Tally.
Data Entry Operator
- 10th class pass under the 10+2 system from any recognized board.
Asst-Cum-Data Entry Operator
- 12th pass from a recognized board with a Diploma/Certificate in Computers.
PT Instructor cum Yoga Trainer
- Degree/Diploma in Physical Education or Certificate Course in Yoga from a recognized university/institution.
Paramedical Staff
- Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery (ANM) / General Nurse Midwifery (GNM) / Diploma or Degree in Pharmacy from a recognized institution/university.
Security Guard / Night Guard
- At least 2 years’ experience as security personnel in a government or reputed organization.
- Preference for retired military or para-military personnel.
Ayah
- Any literate woman who can take care of children below 5 years of age.
Call Operator (WCD Control Room / Women Helpline)
- Good communication skills in Hindi, English, and/or regional languages.
- Requisite qualifications and experience in telecom/web-based systems.
Helper cum Night Watchman
- 7th Standard and above; willing to reside in the institution at night.
Helper for Cleaning and Cooking
- Any literate person with knowledge/experience in the relevant domain; High School pass preferred.
Age Limit
UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
The selection process for DNH & DD Social Welfare Department recruitment 2026 is straightforward – there is no written examination. Candidates are selected purely through a Walk-in-Interview and document verification.
- Step 1 – Document Verification: Candidates report at 9:30 AM at the designated venue on their respective interview day. Original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies are verified.
- Step 2 – Walk-in-Interview: Candidates appear before the selection panel at the Chamber of the Director-cum-Deputy Secretary (SW/WCD), DNH & DD (or the Diu venue for Diu applicants).
- Step 3 – Merit/Selection: Based on performance in the interview, eligible candidates are shortlisted.
- Step 4 – Engagement on Contract: Selected candidates are engaged on a short-term contract basis under the respective scheme. This is a contractual role with no right to regularization in future.
UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply – Step-by-Step
- Download the Application Form from the official website: www.ddd.gov.in
- Fill in all details carefully – name, father’s name, address, date of birth, gender, caste category, domicile, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Paste a recent self-attested passport-size photograph in the designated box on the form.
- Tick the applicable district (DNH / Daman / Diu) on the application form.
- Gather all required documents (originals + one set of self-attested photocopies) as listed below.
- Report to the venue on your interview day at 9:30 AM sharp – Day 1 (23 June 2026), Day 2 (24 June 2026), or Day 3 (25 June 2026) as per the post you are applying for.
- Submit the filled application form along with documents at the venue.
Documents Required
- Leaving Certificate
- SSC Mark Sheet
- HSC Mark Sheet
- Graduation / Diploma Degree Certificate
- Post-Graduation / Degree Certificate (if applicable)
- Post-Graduation Mark Sheet / Degree Certificate
- Experience Certificate
- Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size photograph (self-attested)
UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Recruitment 2026 – Salary / Pay Scale – Per Post
Candidates wondering about the monthly remuneration should note that all posts carry a fixed consolidated monthly salary with no grade pay or pay matrix, as these are short-term contract positions.
UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Recruitment 2026 – General Conditions & Important Notes
Candidates should carefully review the following conditions before attending the interview, as non-compliance may result in rejection at the venue.
- Candidates previously terminated from any Government Organization shall not be considered.
- All educational qualifications (Master’s Degree / Degree / Diploma) must be from a recognized University/Institution approved by the Government of India.
- Domicile Certificate holders of DNH & DD shall be given preference in selection.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the Walk-in-Interview.
- The actual number of vacancies may vary as per departmental requirement; the place of posting may also be changed at the Department’s discretion.
- The Department reserves the right to cancel or terminate the recruitment process without assigning any reason.
- The engagement is contractual in nature and carries no right to regularization in future.
UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Recruitment 2026 – Troubleshooting & Common Mistakes to Avoid
Even straightforward Walk-in-Interviews can result in rejection if candidates make avoidable errors. Here are common pitfalls to watch out for:
- Arriving late: The reporting time is 9:30 AM sharp. Late arrivals may not be permitted to appear for document verification or the interview.
- Wrong venue: Diu district candidates must report to the Naida, Diu venue – not Moti Daman. Arriving at the wrong venue will result in missing the interview entirely.
- Missing self-attested photocopies: Originals alone are not sufficient. Carry one complete set of self-attested photocopies of all documents.
- Applying on the wrong day: Each post is assigned to a specific interview day (Day 1, 2, or 3). Attending on the wrong day will disqualify you.
- Incomplete application form: Fields left blank – especially caste category, domicile, or experience details – can lead to rejection at document verification.
- No photograph on form: The application form requires a self-attested passport-size photograph pasted in the designated area.
- Terminated government employees applying: The notification explicitly bars candidates previously terminated from any government organization.
- Assuming domicile preference is mandatory: Domicile of DNH & DD gives preference, not exclusivity. Non-domicile candidates may still apply but should expect lower priority.
- Not carrying the original Domicile Certificate: If you hold one, not carrying the original can mean losing your preference advantage.
- Applying for posts outside your qualification: Each post has specific educational requirements. Appearing without the requisite degree risks rejection after document verification.