- SVNIT Surat seeks a Counselling Psychologist on a visiting basis to support students' psychological well-being in a high-pressure academic environment.
- The role involves individual counselling, crisis intervention, and mental health promotion for students aged 18–30.
- Engagement is for 3 hours per week, with flexible scheduling based on student and institutional needs.
- The position is preferably female but open to all eligible candidates.
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🎓 Master's Degree
Counselling Psychologist (Visiting Basis) at SVNIT Surat
Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), Surat
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Surat, Gujarat
Apply Deadline
15 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), Surat (SVNIT) |
| Job Category | Teaching |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹2,000 per hour (maximum 3 hours/week). |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | female |
| Experience Required | • 1: ['Counselling students at educational institutes, hospitals, or mental health clinics.'] |
| Application Fee | • Not mentioned: No application fee is specified in the provided job notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: Master’s (M.A./M.Sc.) in Psychology/Clinical Psychology (completed).
- Experience: Minimum 1 year in counselling students at educational institutes, hospitals, or mental health clinics.
- Desirable: Experience counselling adolescents (18–30 years), preferably in residential institutions or psychiatric clinics; psychometric test administration.
- Age Limit: Up to 35 years as of the application deadline. Candidates with higher experience may be preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 1 year in counselling students at educational institutes, hospitals, or mental health clinics.
- Desirable: Experience counselling adolescents (18–30 years), preferably in residential institutions or psychiatric clinics; psychometric test administration.
- Age Limit: Up to 35 years as of the application deadline. Candidates with higher experience may be preferred.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at SVNIT Surat.
- Final selection is based on interview performance. Mere meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call.
- The Institute reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on qualification and experience quality.
- Final selection is based on interview performance. Mere meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call.
- The Institute reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on qualification and experience quality.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled and signed application form (hard copy).
- Self-attested copies of all certificates and mark-sheets.
- Conversion formula for CGPA/GPA (if applicable).
- Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate, mark-sheet).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Membership certificates of professional societies (if applicable).
- Self-attested copies of all certificates and mark-sheets.
- Conversion formula for CGPA/GPA (if applicable).
- Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate, mark-sheet).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Membership certificates of professional societies (if applicable).
💳 Application Fee Details
• Not mentioned: No application fee is specified in the provided job notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Counselling Psychologist position at SVNIT Surat?
There is 1 vacancy for the Counselling Psychologist role on a visiting basis at SVNIT Surat, with a preference for female candidates.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit to apply for this Counselling Psychologist position?
The maximum age limit for applying is 35 years as of November 15, 2026. Candidates with higher experience may be preferred.
Q.
What is the remuneration for the Counselling Psychologist role at SVNIT Surat?
The selected Counsellor will be paid ₹2,000 per hour, for a maximum of 3 hours per week.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this Counselling Psychologist position?
No, the notification does not mention any application fee for this role.
Q.
What is the last date to submit the application for the Counselling Psychologist position?
The last date to submit the hard copy application via Speed Post is November 15, 2026.