Central Prison-1 Chennai Cleaning Worker Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline
Central Prison-1 Chennai has announced 6 vacancies for Cleaning Worker posts. Eligible candidates can apply offline by submitting their applications in person or by post to the Superintendent's Office, Central Prison-1, Chennai, on or before 15 October 2026. The vacancies are available at Central Prison-1 Chennai, Sub-Jail Ponneri, Sub-Jail Thiruthani, Sub-Jail Thiruvallur, and Sub-Jail Poonamallee. Candidates must be able to read and write Tamil. The selected candidates will receive a salary under Level-1 (Rs. 15,700–58,100). Further details are available in the official notification bearing Advertisement No. CP-PU1/3425/2026-G1.
Central Prison-1 Chennai Cleaning Worker Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Central Prison-1 Chennai |
| Advertisement No. | CP-PU1/3425/2026-G1 |
| Post Name | Cleaning Worker |
| Total Vacancies | 6 |
| Salary | Level-1 (Rs. 15,700–58,100) |
| Educational Qualification | Must be able to read and write Tamil |
| Job Location | Chennai, Ponneri, Thiruthani, Thiruvallur and Poonamallee |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 October 2026 |
Where and How to Apply
Candidates must submit their applications in person or by post to the following address:
Office of the Superintendent, Central Prison-1, Chennai.
Vacancy Details and Salary
| Post and Location | Vacancies | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning Worker – Central Prison-1, Chennai (General and Backward Classes) | 2 | Level-1 (Rs. 15,700–58,100) |
| Cleaning Worker – Sub-Jail, Ponneri (Scheduled Caste – Destitute Widows) | 1 | Level-1 (Rs. 15,700–58,100) |
| Cleaning Worker – Sub-Jail, Thiruthani (Most Backward Classes / Denotified Communities) | 1 | Level-1 (Rs. 15,700–58,100) |
| Cleaning Worker – Sub-Jail, Thiruvallur (Backward Classes) | 1 | Level-1 (Rs. 15,700–58,100) |
| Cleaning Worker – Special Sub-Jail, Poonamallee (Backward Class Muslims) | 1 | Level-1 (Rs. 15,700–58,100) |
| Total | 6 | Level-1 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must be able to read and write Tamil.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 35 years |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 35 years |
| Most Backward Classes (MBC) | 32 years |
| Backward Classes (BC) | 32 years |
| Other Castes (OC) | 30 years |
Selection Process
The selection process has not been specified in the available notification details. Candidates should refer to the official notification for further information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 13 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications | 15 October 2026 |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download the official recruitment notification |
| Official Website | Visit the official website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to submit the application?
The last date to submit applications is 15-10-2026, and applications received after this date will not be accepted.
What is the educational qualification required for the Cleaning Worker posts?
Candidates must be able to read in Tamil and write in Tamil (தமிழில் எழுதப் படிக்க தெரிந்திருக்க வேண்டும்).
What is the age limit for SC and ST candidates?
The maximum age limit is 35 years for SC and ST candidates.
What is the age limit for BC and MBC candidates?
The maximum age limit is 32 years for BC and MBC candidates, and 32 years for BC-32.
What is the age limit for OC candidates?
The maximum age limit is 30 years for OC candidates.