Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), Chandigarh Region has officially released a notification inviting applications for the engagement of Counsellors on a contractual basis for the academic session 2025–26. These positions are meant for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, which are co-educational residential schools operating under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, with classes from VI to XII.
Eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications online through the official portal from 17 May 2025. The contract engagement offers a fixed monthly remuneration and requires qualified professionals in psychology and counseling. Selection will be based on a shortlisting process followed by a personal talk.
Interested applicants must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria in terms of qualification, age, and experience before applying. Key details regarding post, qualifications, and application process are provided below —
Important Dates:
The registration process for NVS Counsellor posts will begin from 17 May 2025.
Notification Date: May 2025.
Start Date of Application: 17 May 2025.
Last Date of Application: 27 May 2025.
Vacancy Details:
This recruitment drive aims to fill multiple Counsellor posts for the session 2025–26.
Post Name: Counsellor
No. of Posts: Not specified
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates interested in applying can check the eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, and other essential details below.
Educational Qualifications:
Master’s Degree (M.A/M.Sc.) in Psychology from a recognized university or institution. One-year Diploma in Guidance & Counselling from a recognized university or institution.
Experience:
At least one year of experience in Guidance & Counselling or Counselling in educational institutions of Central/State/UT Governments, Autonomous Bodies, or Public Sector Undertakings.
Age Limit:
Candidates must be above 28 years and below 50 years as on 01 May 2025.
Other Requirements:
Candidates must apply for only one region. Applications for multiple regions may lead to rejection.
How to Apply:
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply through the NVS Chandigarh Region official portal at www.navodaya.gov.in.
Application Fee:
The application fee is ₹500 for all categories, except SC, ST, and PH candidates who are exempted. The fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process:
The selection of candidates will be based on shortlisting followed by a Personal Talk. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview process.
Candidates who wish to apply must download the official notification PDF. The official notification of NVS Counsellor Recruitment 2025–26 contains all the detailed information about qualifications, experience, selection, and terms of engagement.
Download Notification
For detailed notification please visit https://navodaya.gov.in/nvs/ro/Chandigarh/en/home/Index.html.