Zilla Sanik Welfare Officers Recruitment Scheme 2026

Key Highlights of the Recruitment

• Post: Welfare Officer (GroupC)
• Total Vacancies: 120 (distributed across 12 districts)
• Eligibility: Bachelors degree from a recognised university
• Age Limit: 2132 years (relaxations as per government norms)
• Selection Process: Written examination + Personal Interview
• Application Period: 1 July2026 15 August2026
• Admit Card Release: Early September2026
• Exam Date: 20 September2026

Application Procedure

1. Visit the official recruitment portal www.zillsanjobs.gov.
2. Register using a valid email address and mobile number.
3. Fill in personal, educational and workexperience details.
4. Upload scanned copies of:
   • Passportsize photograph (jpg, 4.5cm3.5cm)
   • Signature (jpg)
   • Mark sheets and degree certificate (pdf, max 2MB each)
5. Pay the application fee (550 for General, 275 for SC/ST/OBC). Payment can be made via netbanking, credit/debit card or UPI.
6. Submit the application and download the confirmation receipt.

Exam Pattern

Syllabus Overview

1. General Studies I History, Geography, Polity (30Marks)

• Ancient, Medieval & Modern Indian History major movements, freedom struggle.
• World History industrial revolution, world wars, decolonisation.
• Physical Geography climatology, agroecology of Zilla Sanik.
• Indian Constitution fundamental rights, duties, governance structure.
• State legislation relevant to welfare schemes.

2. General Studies II Economics, Environment, Science & Technology (30Marks)

• Indian Economic Survey GDP, fiscal policy, poverty indices.
• Welfare economics social security, poverty alleviation programmes.
• Environmental issues climate change, biodiversity, water resources.
• Science & Tech digital governance, eservices, data security.

3. General Studies III Current Affairs, Ethics, Security (20Marks)

• National and international current affairs (last 12 months).
• Ethical foundations of public service integrity, transparency, accountability.
• Internal security disaster management, public health emergencies.

4. Language & Comprehension (20Marks)

• Reading comprehension passages from newspapers, reports.
• Grammar, synonyms, antonyms, idioms (English).
• Basic proficiency in the regional language (Zilla Sanik dialect) transliteration, sentence formation.

5. Quantitative Aptitude (20Marks)

• Arithmetic percentages, profit & loss, time & work, ratio & proportion.
• Algebra linear equations, quadratic equations.
• Data interpretation tables, charts, graphs.
• Logical reasoning series, puzzles.

Interview Phase

Candidates who secure a minimum of 45% in the written test will be invited for a personal interview. The interview evaluates:

• Understanding of welfare schemes and implementation challenges.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical ability to propose solutions for grassroots problems.
• Integrity, commitment to public service, and motivation.

The interview carries 30 marks, added to the written test score for a total of 150 marks.

Selection & Posting

The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of total marks (written + interview). Candidates will be allocated to districts according to rank, vacancy distribution, and category reservation.

Successful candidates will undergo a threeday induction programme covering:

• Legal framework of welfare programmes.
• Fieldlevel data collection and MIS reporting.
• Use of egovernance tools (eSeva portals, mobile applications).
• Ethics & grievance redressal mechanisms.

Important Dates (Provisional)

Preparation Tips

• Follow the official syllabus strictly; avoid excessive reliance on unrelated material.
• Read the latest Economic Survey, Union Budget, and annual reports of welfare departments.
• Practice previous years papers of state civil services exams pattern is similar.
• Take mock tests every weekend to improve speed and accuracy.
• For the interview, stay updated on recent welfare scheme rollouts in Zilla Sanik.

Contact & Helpdesk

For any queries regarding the recruitment process, candidates can reach out to the official helpdesk:

• Email: welfare.recruit@zillsan.gov
• Phone: 18001234567 (tollfree, available 9am5pm, MonFri)
• Address: OfficerInCharge, Recruitment Cell, Zilla Sanik Secretariat, Capital City.