DCCM Salem Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026Out

• An undergraduate degree in Life Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Ecology, Forestry, Wildlife, Public Policy, or a similar or allied discipline is required.
• Applicants must be residents of Salem District.
• Basic typing skills in Tamil and English are required.
• At least one year of relevant experience receives preference; it is not stated as compulsory for applying. Experience in a Government Department or Government Office is preferred.
• The notice lists skills in data entry, data management, file maintenance, record keeping, documentation, MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, along with report preparation, communication and coordination.

• Download the application form from the official Salem District website.
• Complete the form and prepare an updated Resume/CV, educational qualification details and work experience details.
• For email submission, use the email address printed in the official notification.
• Alternatively, submit the application in person at Room No. 118, P Section, District Collector Office, Salem.
• Submit the application by 08 November 2026.

About the recruitment

The District Collector, Salem signed the notification on 26-10-2026 for one Technical Assistant under the District Climate Change Mission. This is a contractual engagement for 19 months, subject to Government sanction, with consolidated remuneration of ₹22,000 per month. The selected candidate will work at the Salem District Collectorate and District Forest Office, reporting to the Mission Director / District Climate Officer.

Who should apply

The opportunity is limited to Salem District residents who have not exceeded 40 years of age while applying. Applicants need an undergraduate degree in Life Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Ecology, Forestry, Wildlife, Public Policy or a similar or allied subject. Basic typing ability in both Tamil and English is required.

Relevant experience of at least one year receives priority, with Government Department or Government Office experience preferred. Experience is not stated as a compulsory condition for submitting an application. The notice also identifies data handling, office documentation, MS Office proficiency, report preparation and coordination skills as relevant to the role.

Application steps and deadline

• Obtain the application form from the official Salem District website.
• Complete the form and include an updated Resume/CV, educational qualification details and work experience details.
• Submit it by email to the address given in the official notification, or deliver it in person to Room No. 118, P Section, District Collector Office, Salem.
• Complete submission by 08 November 2026.

Selection and work responsibilities

Applications will undergo scrutiny, followed by a written test and an in-person interview. The DCCM guidelines allow a waiting list of 2–3 candidates to be maintained.

The work includes coordinating climate-related activities with departments and stakeholders, supporting implementation and monitoring, maintaining environmental data, preparing official correspondence and organising meetings, training and awareness programmes. The role also involves documenting district-level climate initiatives and undertaking field visits. Official travel connected with Department of Environment and Climate Change activities will follow applicable Government norms.