DWCD Puducherry Recruitment 2026: Chairperson & Member Posts, Eligibility, Age Limit & Apply

The Department of Women and Child Development (DWCD), Puducherry, has invited applications from eligible candidates who are natives of the Union Territory of Puducherry for appointment as Chairperson and Members of the Dowry Advisory Board. The notification is dated 29 September 2026, and applications must reach the department by 20 October 2026.

DWCD Puducherry Recruitment 2026

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DWCD Puducherry Recruitment 2026: Overview

DWCD Puducherry Vacancy 2026

The notification's opening section invites applications for Chairperson (1) and Members (4) of the Advisory Board. However, the annexure provides a region-wise composition showing the following structure:

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Important Dates – DWCD Puducherry Recruitment 2026

Application Fee

The notification does not mention any application fee.

Candidates should therefore follow the prescribed application format and submission instructions without assuming any fee.

DWCD Puducherry Eligibility Criteria 2026

The eligibility conditions are based mainly on residence, education, and social/public activity.

According to the annexure, a person appointed or nominated to the Advisory Board should be:

• A respectable and educated citizen of India.
• Engaged in public activity or social work.
• Ordinarily residing within the jurisdiction of the concerned Dowry Prohibition Officer.
• A native/resident of the U.T. of Puducherry, as required by the notification.
• Able to provide supporting documents for residence, educational qualification and professional/social experience.

Legal Experience

Among the four Members, one person with legal experience will be considered.

Age Limit

The maximum age prescribed for the candidate is:

60 years as on 31 October 2026.

The notification does not provide a separate category-wise age relaxation table. Therefore, candidates should follow the exact age condition mentioned in the official notification.

Disqualification

A person will be disqualified from appointment as a Member if the person:

• Has been convicted by a criminal court for an offence involving moral turpitude.
• Is an undischarged insolvent.
• Is of unsound mind.

These conditions are specified under Rule 8 of the Puducherry Dowry Prohibition Rules, 1998.

Role and Tenure of the Advisory Board

The Advisory Board is constituted to advise and assist the Dowry Prohibition Officers in carrying out their functions under the Dowry Prohibition Act.

The Board also provides advice to the Dowry Prohibition Officer and the Superintendent of Police regarding effective implementation of the Act, along with constructive suggestions and active assistance.

Tenure

The term of office of the Chairperson and Members is five years, unless the Government of Puducherry decides otherwise.

The Advisory Board must meet at least once every three months, though it may meet earlier if required. The quorum for a meeting is three.

How to Apply for DWCD Puducherry Recruitment 2026

Candidates should use the prescribed application format attached to the notification.

Step-by-step process:

1. Download the Application for the post of Chairperson/Member under the Dowry Advisory Board.
2. Enter your name and postal address.
3. Provide phone/mobile number and email ID.
4. Mention age/date of birth.
5. Attach proof of date of birth.
6. Mention gender and confirm residence in the U.T. of Puducherry.
7. Attach educational qualification certificate.
8. Provide details of professional experience.
9. Mention social activities and years of experience.
10. Attach supporting documents for the information provided.
11. Sign the declaration and application.
12. Send the completed application to the Director, Department of Women and Child Development, Puducherry.

Address for Submission

The Director
Department of Women and Child Development
Housing Board Complex, Opp. to LIC
New Saram, Puducherry – 13

Phone: 0413-2244964 / 2244782

Applications must reach the above office on or before 20 October 2026.

Documents Required

Candidates should enclose supporting documents for:

• Date of birth
• U.T. of Puducherry residence
• Educational qualification
• Professional experience
• Social activities and years of experience
• Legal experience, where applicable

The application form itself specifies that the relevant certificates/supporting documents should be enclosed.

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FAQs – DWCD Puducherry Recruitment 2026

1. What is the last date for DWCD Puducherry Recruitment 2026?

The application must reach the Department of Women and Child Development, Puducherry, on or before 20 October 2026.

2. Who can apply for the Puducherry Dowry Advisory Board Chairperson and Member posts?

Eligible candidates who are natives of the U.T. of Puducherry and meet the prescribed conditions relating to education, public activity/social work and residence can apply.

3. What is the age limit for DWCD Puducherry Recruitment 2026?

The candidate's age must not exceed 60 years as on 31 October 2026.

4. Is there any salary or honorarium for the Dowry Advisory Board posts?

No. The official notification clearly states that no honorarium/remuneration will be paid for these positions.

5. What is the tenure of the Chairperson and Members?

The term of office is five years, unless otherwise decided by the Government of Puducherry.