Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) Recruitment 2025 job opportunity

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) Recruitment 2025

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Counseling Psychologist. This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

Last Date: Wed Sep 10 2025

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Organization Name

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN)

Designation

  • Counseling Psychologist

Job Location

City Gandhinagar
State Gujarat
Country India
Postal Code Not specified
Street Address Not specified

Salary and Benefits

Consolidated Pay: ₹40,000 per month

Additional Facilities: On-campus accommodation, medical consultation as per norms at Institute Dispensary, messing facilities at concessional rates.

Employment Type and Duration

  • Full-time, Residential Contractual Post
  • Duration of Appointment: 1 year (extendable upon satisfactory performance at the sole discretion of IIT Gandhinagar)

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply Online: 10 September 2025 (till 18:00 hours)

Application Process

Interested candidates must apply through the online form provided by the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar. Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted. Only online applications will be considered.

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification/Experience Details
Bachelor’s Degree Psychology or related field such as Social Work, Sociology, or Education
Master’s Degree Psychology or Counseling Psychology
Additional Qualification (Optional) Post-Graduate Diploma in Guidance and Counseling
Experience At least 1 year of active counselling experience covering adolescents and young adults, preferably at college level
License (Optional) Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) License

Age Limit

Maximum Age: 30 years

Reservation Details

No reservation details have been specified in this notification.

Application Fees

No application fees have been mentioned. It appears no fees are applicable.

Selection Process

  • Selection will be through an in-person interview only.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be informed of the date and time of interview.
  • No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

Job Description and Responsibilities

  • Provide one-on-one counselling support to all students, and be available to staff, faculty, and residents of IIT Gandhinagar.
  • Act as the point of contact for students requiring interpersonal or emotional counselling.
  • Work with students from diverse social and economic backgrounds.
  • May need to work during evenings and/or weekends.
  • Conduct workshops, talks, and group discussions to address emotional and interpersonal needs.
  • Maintain confidentiality but report extreme cases requiring intervention to Faculty-in-charge, Counselling Services or Dean, Student Affairs.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the Institute.

Terms and Conditions of Engagement

  1. Selection will be based on interview and only the shortlisted candidates will be intimated well in advance.
  2. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
  3. The incumbent will not have any legal right to claim regularization/appointment by absorption or otherwise against any regular posts or further contractual engagement upon termination of the contract.
  4. The Institute reserves the right to reject any or all applications without assigning any reason.
  5. The Institute reserves the right to waive or relax any conditions.
  6. The Institute reserves the right not to fill up any of these posts.

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