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

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• Updated January 06, 2026 11:24 AM
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• Educational Consultants India (EdCIL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 424 District Career and Mental Health Counsellors Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official EdCIL website. The last date to submit the application form is 18-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the EdCIL District Career and Mental Health Counsellors Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

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EdCIL District Career and Mental Health Counsellors Recruitment 2026 Overview

EdCIL District Career and Mental Health Counsellors Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

Essential Qualification

• Candidates possessing any one of the following qualifications are eligible:
• M.Sc. / M.A. in Psychology Applied Psychology Counselling Psychology Clinical Psychology Child Psychology Adolescent 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
• Candidates must have demonstrated proficiency in English (written & verbal)
• Only those freshers who have appeared for their final degree examination and are awaiting their results are eligible to apply

Desirable Qualification

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

Salary/Stipend

• Consolidated Remuneration: Rs. 30,000 per month
• Conveyance Allowance: Upto Rs. 4,000/- on reimbursement basis
• Total Maximum: Rs. 34,000 per month

Age Limit (as on 31-12-2025)

• Maximum Age: 45 Years
• Cut-off Date: 31st December 2025

Application Fee

• Application Fee: No fees are required to be paid for application for the aforesaid posts

Important Dates

Selection Process

• The selection process will be based on academic/professional qualifications
• Interview will be conducted on prescribed date & time as decided by the competent authority
• A waiting list will be prepared for counselors
• If selected candidate does not join or any consequential vacancy arises, suitable candidates based on experience and qualifications from the waiting list will be given opportunity to join
• Documents to prove Qualifications, Age, Experience, etc. have to be produced in original when called for Interview
• Screening and subsequent shortlisting shall be strictly based on the details provided by the candidates in their respective online application form

General Information/Instructions

• Only online applications will be accepted
• Only Indian Nationals are eligible for applying
• The workplace will be across various Districts and Mandals of Andhra Pradesh
• The prescribed Qualifications shall be from Government recognized institutions only
• Candidate should have strong verbal & written communication skills with excellent working knowledge of computer (MS Word, MS Excel & Power Point etc.) and presentation skills
• Candidates must upload all required documents (educational certificates, resume, experience certificate etc.) in PDF format only
• Failure to upload required documents will result in disqualification or rejection of the application
• Applicants should ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria as on 31st December 2025
• Furnishing of any incomplete, wrong/false information, concealment/misrepresentation of facts will lead to automatic disqualification
• If at any stage it is found that any candidate has furnished false or wrong information, his/her candidature will be cancelled or service terminated
• Interview letters and correspondence intimations will be sent only to the shortlisted candidates by e-mail
• Applicants should ensure that the e-mail id given in their online application is maintained in an active mode
• Merely fulfilling the eligibility criteria does not entitle candidate to be called for Interview
• The engagement shall be purely on a contractual basis, initially valid upto March 31, 2026
• Contract may be renewed for an additional academic period of 10 months, from June 2026 to March 2027
• Extensions will be contingent upon the needs of Samagra Shiksha (Andhra Pradesh) and performance of individual counsellors
• The competent authority reserves the right of any amendment, cancellation and changes to this advertisement
• This engagement will not vest any right to claim for regular engagement or permanent absorption
• EdCIL reserves the right to cancel/withdraw/postpone this recruitment notice

How to Apply

• Candidates need to apply through online mode only
• Online application form is available in English only
• Visit the official website: https://www.edcilindia.co.in/TCareers for complete details
• Fill the online application form available at the official link
• Upload all required documents (educational certificates, resume, experience certificate etc.) in PDF format only
• Ensure all information provided is accurate, complete and correct
• Submit the application before the last date: 18/01/2026
• Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference
• Note the advertisement number 04/2026 for future reference
• For any query, candidates may write/contact on email id: [email protected]

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Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for District Career and Mental Health Counsellors in EdCIL recruitment 2026?

• EdCIL is recruiting 424 District Career and Mental Health Counsellors on a contractual basis across various districts and mandals of Andhra Pradesh. The positions are available through Advertisement No. 04/2026.

Q2. What is the salary structure for EdCIL District Career and Mental Health Counsellors?

• The consolidated remuneration is Rs. 30,000 per month plus a conveyance allowance of up to Rs. 4,000 on a reimbursement basis, making the total monthly compensation up to Rs. 34,000.

Q3. What are the educational qualifications required for this EdCIL counsellor position?

• Candidates need M.Sc./M.A. in Psychology, M.Sc./M.Phil. in Psychiatric Social Work, M.Sc. in Psychiatric Nursing, MSW with relevant specialization, or B.A./B.Sc. (Honours) in Psychology with 2 years counselling experience. Proficiency in English is mandatory.

Q4. What is the age limit for applying to EdCIL District Career and Mental Health Counsellors recruitment?

• The upper age limit is 45 years as on 31st December 2025. There is no minimum age specified in the official notification for this recruitment.

Q5. Is there any application fee for EdCIL counsellor recruitment 2026?

• No, there is no application fee required for applying to the District Career and Mental Health Counsellors positions in EdCIL. The application process is completely free of cost.