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NVS Counsellor Recruitment 2026-27 — Quick Links Dashboard
Contractual engagement in JNVs across Punjab, HP, J&K, Ladakh & Chandigarh
NVS Regional Office Chandigarh | Apply: 17–26 Aug 2026 | ● Applications OPEN today
MONTHLY REMUNERATION
₹44,900
Consolidated, contract basis
LAST DATE TO APPLY
26 Aug 2026
Online only
AGE LIMIT
28–50 yrs
As on 01.05.2026
APPLICATION FEE
₹500
Non-refundable; SC/ST/PH exempt
⏱️ 10-Second Verdict: Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), Regional Office Chandigarh, is engaging Counsellors (Male & Female) on a contract basis in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) across Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, J&K (UT), Ladakh (UT), and Chandigarh (UT) for session 2026-27. You need a Master's degree (M.A/M.Sc) in Psychology + a 1-year Diploma in Guidance & Counselling, at least 1 year of relevant counselling experience, and must be 28–50 years old as on 1 May 2026. Apply online between 17 and 26 August 2026. Number of vacancies is not specified in the notice — engagement is stated to be made "as per need."
🏢 About the Post
| Organization | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), Ministry of Education, Govt. of India — Regional Office Chandigarh |
| Post | Counsellor (Male & Female) |
| Engagement Type | Contract basis, for academic session 2026-27 |
| Coverage | JNVs in Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir (UT), Ladakh (UT), Chandigarh (UT) |
| Vacancies | Not specified — engagement made as per requirement |
| Remuneration | ₹44,900/month consolidated |
📋 Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualification
- Master's Degree (M.A/M.Sc) in Psychology from a recognized university/institution; and
- 1-year Diploma in Guidance & Counselling from a recognized university/institution.
Experience
At least 1 year of experience in Guidance & Counselling/Counselling in any recognized school/educational institution.
Age Criteria
Above 28 years and below 50 years, as on 1 May 2026.
Desirable Qualifications
Certificate courses from recognized institutes in:
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy skills
- Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder (ADHD)
- Behavioural issues and learning difficulties
- Building emotional intelligence and resilience
- Adolescence Education
🧮 Weightage for Selection (Total 100 Marks)
| Component | Marks | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Educational Qualification | 20 | Max 10 for Master's (pro-rata) + Max 10 for Diploma (pro-rata) |
| Graduation in Psychology | 10 | On pro-rata basis |
| Higher Qualification (M.Phil/Ph.D in relevant field) | 10 | Flat |
| Desirable Qualification | 12 | 6 marks each, max 2 certificate courses |
| Experience | 18 | 2 marks/year (non-JNV) or 4 marks/year (JNV) |
| Subtotal (Shortlisting) | 70 | |
| Personal Talk (Interview) | 30 | Subject knowledge, communication skills (English/Hindi), regional language, computer/ICT skills |
| TOTAL | 100 |
Experience note: for JNV counsellor engagement, a minimum of 3 months during the 2020-21 session, or 6 months for all other sessions, counts as one full year for weightage purposes.
💰 Application Fee
₹500 non-refundable per candidate. SC/ST and PH (PwBD) candidates are exempted from the fee.
📝 How to Apply
1
Visit navodaya.gov.in or the application portal www.crschooms.in.
2
Before applying, confirm you meet the essential qualification, experience, and age eligibility criteria.
3
Fill the online application through the link provided on the NVS website, uploading required documents.
4
Pay the ₹500 application fee (waived for SC/ST/PH candidates) and submit before 26 August 2026.
5
Only shortlisted candidates (based on the weightage marks above) will be intimated by email for the Personal Talk — carry original documents for verification at that time; only documents submitted during the application will be accepted for verification.
⚠️ No TA/DA is paid for appearing in the Personal Talk. Candidates found ineligible during document verification will not be allowed to appear.
✅ Document Checklist
✅ Master's Degree (M.A/M.Sc) in Psychology — certificate and marksheets
✅ 1-year Diploma in Guidance & Counselling — certificate
✅ Experience-cum-Conduct Certificate from each previous employer, in the prescribed Annexure-C format (for non-JNV experience)
✅ Desirable qualification certificates, if applicable
✅ Age-proof document
✅ Category certificate (SC/ST/PH), if claiming fee exemption
✅ Medical fitness certificate from a Civil Surgeon/District Medical Officer/equivalent (required at the time of engagement, if selected)
📄 Nature of Engagement
- Purely contractual — no claim to regularization or to any regular sanctioned NVS position.
- Contract terminable by either party with one month's notice, or one month's remuneration in lieu.
- Shared accommodation provided if available; one casual leave/month, subject to approval.
- Full-time engagement — no other trade, business, or occupation permitted alongside.
- Confidentiality of student records/data is mandatory; breach may result in termination and legal action.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for NVS Counsellor 2026-27?
26 August 2026. The application window opened 17 August 2026.
What qualification is required?
A Master's Degree (M.A/M.Sc) in Psychology plus a 1-year Diploma in Guidance & Counselling, both from a recognized university/institution, along with at least 1 year of relevant counselling experience.
How many vacancies are there?
Not specified in the notice — engagement will be made "as per need" across the JNVs in the region.
Is there a written exam?
No. Selection is by shortlisting on weighted marks (qualification + experience, out of 70) followed by a Personal Talk/interview (30 marks) — no written test.
Is the application fee refundable?
No, the ₹500 fee is non-refundable, except that SC/ST and PH candidates are exempted from paying it altogether.
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