Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), Awantipora has released an employment notice inviting online applications from eligible domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The recruitment is being conducted for contractual positions in the university.
The available posts include Counselor and Assistant Counselor. These positions are purely on a contract basis for a period of six months. Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience can apply online through the university website before the last date.
Required qualifications, experience, salary and other important details regarding the recruitment are given below. Candidates are advised to check all information carefully before submitting the application form.
Overview of Islamic University of Science and Technology Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Islamic University of Science and Technology |
| Advt No. | IUST/Reg/Adm/ADV/E/26/91 |
| Post Name | Counselor, Assistant Counselor |
| Category | University Job |
| Type | Contract Basis (6 Months) |
| Job Location | Awantipora, Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Test or Interview |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about eligibility criteria, important dates, application fee and salary details.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates.
| Date of Availability of Online Application Form | 18 March 2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 05 April 2026 (4:00 PM) |
Vacancy Details of IUST Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | Remuneration |
| Counselor | Rs. 30,000 per month |
| Assistant Counselor | Rs. 25,000 per month |
Eligibility Criteria of IUST Vacancies
| Post | Educational Qualification | Experience / Other Requirements |
| Counselor | Master’s degree with 55 percent marks in Clinical Psychology or Psychology | Minimum two years experience in mental healthcare delivery and counselling preferably in an academic or medical institution. Desirable qualification includes M.Phil or Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Mental Health or Medical Psychology with good communication skills. |
| Assistant Counselor | Master’s degree with 55 percent marks in Clinical Psychology or Psychology OR Bachelor’s degree (Honors) in Psychology with Master’s degree with 55 percent marks in Social Work or Sociology | Good communication skills and experience in mental healthcare delivery and counselling are desirable. |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| All Candidates | Rs. 500 (Non refundable) |
The application fee must be paid online through debit card, credit card or net banking while submitting the application form.
IUST Official Notification
Official Website – iust.ac.in
Official Notification – DOWNLOAD PDF
Candidates need to apply online through the university website. The application form and recruitment updates will be available on the official website.