EdCIL District Career and Mental Health Counsellors Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 424 Posts

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 45 Years (as on 31-12-2025)

Essential Qualification

• M.Sc./M.A. in Psychology
• M.Sc./M.Phil. in Psychiatric Social Work
• M.Sc. in Psychiatric Nursing
• Master of Social Work (MSW) with specialization in Medical & Psychiatric Social Work or Counselling
• B.A./B.Sc. (Honours) in Psychology
• Proficiency in English (written & verbal)
• Freshers who have appeared for their final degree examination and are awaiting results are eligible

Desirable Qualification

• Working knowledge of Telugu
• Diploma in Career Guidance & Counselling

Experience Required

• NIL for Postgraduate candidates
• For B.A./B.Sc. Psychology: Minimum 2 years of counselling experience

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 06-01-2026
• Online Application Start Date: 06-01-2026
• Last Date for Online Application: 18-01-2026
• Cut-off Date for Age and Experience: 31-12-2025

Application Fee

• No application fee is required for the posts.

General Instructions

• Only online applications will be accepted; Indian nationals only.
• The workplace will be across various districts and mandals of Andhra Pradesh.
• Qualifications must be from government-recognized institutions.
• Upload all required documents (educational certificates, resume, experience certificates, etc.) in PDF format.
• Ensure eligibility as of 31-12-2025; incomplete or false information may lead to disqualification.
• The engagement is contractual (initially valid up to 31-03-2026) and may be renewed based on performance and needs.
• EdCIL reserves the right to cancel or amend the advertisement at any time.
• Interview letters will be sent to shortlisted candidates via e-mail; keep the e-mail ID active.
• Do not rely on any claims of regular appointment; this is a contractual engagement.