District Court Koraput Counsellor Recruitment 2026

About This Job

District Court Koraput has released a notification for 1 Counsellor post at the Family Court, Jeypore. Candidates who have a Master's Degree in Social Science (preferably Sociology or Psychology) with at least 3 years of experience in Family Counselling can apply. This is an offline application — you need to send your form by post or submit it in person. Last date to apply is 23 April 2026 by 5:00 PM. You will be paid a retainer fee of Rs. 6,000 per month plus Rs. 1,000 per day of actual work.

District Court Koraput Counsellor Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Office of the District Judge, Koraput at Jeypore has invited applications for 1 vacant post of Counsellor in the Court of the Judge, Family Court, Jeypore. This recruitment is being done under the direction of the Hon'ble High Court of Orissa, Cuttack (vide Lt. No. 4492(60) dated 16.03.2026), as per Rule-5 and Rule-6 of the Family Courts (Orissa) Rules, 1990. The Counsellor will be appointed by the Hon'ble High Court of Orissa. If you have a background in social work, family counselling, or welfare activities, this is a good opportunity to work in the judiciary.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification (Preferred — Route A): Master's Degree in Social Science, preferably in Sociology or Psychology, from a recognised university.
• Alternative Qualification (Route B): If you are above 35 years of age and have been working in the field of social service and welfare activities, promoting the welfare of Family and Child Care, with a degree in Social Science (preferably Sociology or Psychology), you can also apply. However, candidates with Route A qualification will be given preference.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in Family Counselling is mandatory.
• Language: You must be able to speak, read and write in Odia and must have passed the Odia test equivalent to the M.E. standard.
• Citizenship: Must be a citizen of India.
• Marital Status: Must not have more than one spouse living, if married.
• Health: Must be of sound health, good physique and free from organic defects or bodily infirmity.
• Criminal Record: No criminal case should be pending against you, and you should not have been convicted in any criminal case.

Age Limit

• Age as on: 31 March 2026
• There is no specific maximum age limit mentioned for Route A candidates.
• For Route B candidates, you must be above 35 years of age.

Salary

• Retainer Fee: Rs. 6,000 per month
• Assisting Fee: Rs. 1,000 per day of actual work
• The fee is paid as per Rule-33 of the Family Courts (Orissa) Rules, 1990, at the rate fixed by the State Government in consultation with the Hon'ble High Court of Orissa.
• Note: This is a contractual engagement, not a permanent government post with a regular pay scale.

Application Fee

• No application fee has been mentioned in the notification.
• You need to enclose two self-addressed envelopes with stamps of Rs. 60 affixed on each.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection will be based on your qualifications and experience. There is no written exam.

1. Screening of Applications: Your application and documents will be screened for eligibility.
2. Merit-Based Selection: Candidates with the preferred qualification (Master's in Social Science — Route A) will be given preference over Route B candidates.
3. Appointment: The final appointment will be made by the Hon'ble High Court of Orissa, Cuttack.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the District Court Koraput website at koraput.dcourts.gov.in or from the PDF notification.
2. Fill in the application form in the prescribed format.
3. Attach self-attested copies of all educational qualification certificates (including Master's Degree).
4. Attach experience certificate in Family Counselling / Social Service and Welfare.
5. Attach two passport-size photographs (one on the form, one extra).
6. Attach two self-addressed envelopes with Rs. 60 stamp on each.
7. Attach two character certificates from gazetted officers.
8. Attach a declaration regarding criminal record and a spouse undertaking (if married).
9. Write "Application for the post of Counsellor" on the envelope.
10. Send the application by Registered/Speed Post or submit it in person to: Office of the Registrar, Civil Courts, Koraput at Jeypore.
11. Make sure your application reaches by 23 April 2026 before 5:00 PM. Late applications will not be accepted.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 02 April 2026
• Application Start Date: 02 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 23 April 2026 (by 5:00 PM)

• Counsel parties involved in family disputes to reach amicable settlements
• Handle pre-litigation counselling sessions for matrimonial and family cases
• Assist the Family Court Judge in understanding the family dynamics of each case
• Prepare detailed reports on counselling sessions and submit them to the Court
• Work with families to promote reconciliation and welfare of children
• Follow up on cases referred by the Family Court for mediation and counselling
• Maintain proper records of all counselling sessions and case progress