WCD Balodabazar Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for 4 Psycho-social Counsellor & Case Worker Posts
Women and Child Development Balodabazar-Bhatapara (WCD Balodabazar) is conducting a walk-in interview to fill 4 vacancies for Psycho-social Counsellor (1 vacancy) and Case Worker (2 vacancies) posts on a contract basis. Female candidates who are native residents of Chhattisgarh can attend the walk-in interview on 14 October 2026 reporting at 10:00 AM at the Office of the District Programme Officer, Women and Child Development Department. The notified consolidated pay is Rs. 25,780 for Psycho-social Counsellor and Rs. 18,420 for Case Worker. Applicants must bring the application in the prescribed format with self-attested copies of required certificates and mark sheets, along with original documents for verification.
WCD Balodabazar Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Date | 14 October 2026 from 10:00 AM onwards |
| Reporting / Registration Time | 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM |
| Venue | Office of the District Programme Officer, Women and Child Development Department, Composite Building Collectorate Balodabazar, Chhattisgarh |
| Posts | Psycho-social Counsellor and Case Worker |
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 25,780 (Psycho-social Counsellor) and Rs. 18,420 (Case Worker) consolidated per month |
| Who Can Attend | Female native residents of Chhattisgarh meeting eligibility criteria |
Posts and Eligibility
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification Required | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Psycho-social Counsellor (Sakhi One Stop Centre Balodabazar & Simga) | 2 (1 at Balodabazar, 1 at Simga) | Any woman having professional degree/diploma in psychology/psychiatry/neuroscience with a background in health sector and preferably with at least 3 years experience of working within a Government or Non-Government health project/programme at the district level. | Rs. 25,780 |
| Case Worker (Sakhi One Stop Centre Balodabazar) | 2 | Any woman having a Bachelor in Law/Social Work/Sociology/Social Science/Psychology with at least 3 years experience of working on women related relevant domains in a Government or Non-Government Project/Programme. Must be a resident of the local community. | Rs. 18,420 |
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 21 years and 35 years of age as of 01-01-2026. The maximum upper age limit including all relaxations issued by the General Administration Department of Chhattisgarh shall not exceed 45 years.
What to Bring
- Application form in the prescribed format filled properly with a passport-size photograph affixed and signed across.
- Self-attested copies of 10th marksheet / birth certificate for age verification.
- Self-attested copies of 12th marksheet, Graduation marksheet, Post Graduation marksheet (if applicable), and professional degrees or diplomas.
- Caste certificate and permanent residential certificate of Chhattisgarh issued by a competent authority.
- Employment registration card copy.
- Complete and verified work experience certificates issued by the employer through a competent authority.
- Identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc.
- One self-addressed envelope affixed with a Rs. 10 postal stamp.
- Original documents along with self-attested copies for verification during the process.
What Happens on the Day
- Registration and collection of applications take place from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
- Preliminary claim and objection list publication at 01:00 PM.
- Receiving claims and objections from 01:15 PM to 01:45 PM.
- Disposal of received claims and objections from 02:00 PM to 02:30 PM.
- Publication of the final eligibility list at 03:00 PM.
- Skill test for a maximum of 10 participants in order of merit from 03:30 PM to 04:30 PM.
- Interview from 04:30 PM to 05:30 PM.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download official notification and application format |
| Official Website | Visit official Balodabazar district portal |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position permanent or on contract, and for how long?
Appointments are made on a consolidated service fee for an initial period of 2 years, which may be extended annually based on performance, conduct, and departmental requirements.
Are there any HRA or additional allowances paid on top of the consolidated pay?
No other salary, allowance, or grant is payable beyond the fixed consolidated service fee, except for eligible traveling allowances when sent out on official tour or training.
Who is eligible for age relaxation?
Relaxation in age limit is applicable as per the instructions issued by the General Administration Department of Chhattisgarh, subject to an absolute maximum upper age limit of 45 years.
Which documents are required to prove work experience?
Candidates must submit full-time work experience certificates issued and verified by the employer or competent authority of the respective institution. Voluntary service certificates are not considered valid experience.