District Court Cuttack Counsellor Recruitment 2026

About This Job

The Office of the District Judge, Cuttack is hiring 1 Counsellor for the Family Court, Cuttack. This is a great opportunity if you have a background in social science and experience in family counselling. You will help families resolve disputes through mediation and counselling. The last date to apply is 18 April 2026 by 1:00 PM, and you need to send your application by Speed Post or Registered Post only.

District Court Cuttack Counsellor Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post

This recruitment is based on Advertisement No. 01 dated 30.03.2026, issued by the Office of the District Judge, Cuttack, following the direction of the Hon'ble High Court of Orissa (Letter No. 4492 dated 16.03.2026). The appointment is made under Rule-5 and Rule-6 of the Family Courts (Orissa) Rules, 1990. The selected Counsellor will be appointed by the High Court of Orissa and posted at the Family Court in Cuttack.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• Master's Degree in Social Science (preferably in Sociology or Psychology) is required
• Alternative: If you are above 35 years of age and have been working in social service and welfare activities (especially Family and Child Care), a Degree in Social Science (preferably Sociology or Psychology) is enough

Experience

• You need at least 3 years of experience in Family Counselling
• Alternative: Persons above 35 years working in social service and engaged in promoting the welfare of Family and Child Care are also eligible

Language Requirement

• You must be able to speak, read, and write Odia
• You should have passed a test in Odia equivalent to the M.E. standard

Other Requirements

• Must be an Indian citizen
• Must not have more than one spouse living
• Must submit a declaration regarding no criminal case pending
• Must be of sound health, good physique, and free from organic defects or bodily infirmity

Age Limit

• Age as on 30.03.2026 (date of advertisement)
• No specific upper/lower age limit mentioned in the notification
• For the alternative qualification route, you must be above 35 years of age

Salary

• Assisting Fee: Rs. 1,000 per day of actual work
• Retainer Fee: Rs. 6,000 per month
• The fee is fixed by the State Government in consultation with the High Court of Orissa
• Your actual monthly earnings depend on the number of working days assigned to you

Application Fee

• No application fee is mentioned in the official notification
• You need to attach 2 self-addressed envelopes with a postage stamp of Rs. 56 each along with your application

Selection Process

1. Application Screening — Your application and documents will be checked for eligibility
2. Merit-Based Selection — Selection is based on your qualifications and experience in family counselling. No written exam has been mentioned in the notification
3. Appointment by High Court — The final appointment is made by the Hon'ble High Court of Orissa, Cuttack

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the official website cuttack.dcourts.gov.in or prepare it in the prescribed format given in the notification
2. Fill in your details — name, father's/husband's name, date of birth, marital status, address, educational qualifications, and experience
3. Attach self-attested copies of all educational certificates (Master's Degree/Degree in Social Science)
4. Attach experience certificates in the field of Family Counselling/Social Service/Welfare
5. Attach 2 passport-size photographs (self-attested) and 2 character certificates issued by a gazetted officer, medical practitioner, or Sarpanch
6. Include 2 self-addressed envelopes with postage stamp of Rs. 56 each
7. Write on the envelope: "Application for the post of Counsellor"
8. Send by Speed Post or Registered Post to: Office of the District Judge, Cuttack
9. Your application must reach the office on or before 18.04.2026 by 1:00 PM

Note: Applications received after the due date, time, or through any other mode will be rejected.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 30 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 18 April 2026 (by 1:00 PM)
• Application Mode: Offline (Speed Post / Registered Post only)

• Assist in mediation and counselling sessions for families involved in disputes before the Family Court
• Handle cases related to marriage, divorce, custody, and maintenance with sensitivity and professionalism
• Work with parties to find amicable solutions and reduce the burden on the court
• Follow the guidelines laid down under Rule-8 of the Family Courts (Orissa) Rules, 1990
• Prepare reports and recommendations for the Judge of the Family Court after counselling sessions
• Keep records of all counselling cases, outcomes, and follow-up actions
• Assist in promoting the welfare of families and children involved in court proceedings