Family Court Sundargarh Counsellor Recruitment 2026

About This Job

The Office of the District Judge, Sundargarh has released a notification for 1 Counsellor post in the Court of the Judge, Family Court, Rourkela. You need a Master's Degree in Social Science (preferably Sociology or Psychology) with 3 years of family counselling experience to apply. The last date to submit your application is 24 April 2026 by 5:00 PM. This is an offline application — you need to send or drop your application at the Civil Courts, Sundargarh. The Counsellor will be appointed by the High Court of Orissa, Cuttack.

Family Court Sundargarh Counsellor Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post

The Office of the District Judge, Sundargarh has invited applications under Advertisement No. 01 dated 02.04.2026 for 1 Counsellor vacancy in the Family Court at Rourkela. This recruitment is being done as per Rules 5 and 6 of the Family Courts (Orissa) Rules, 1990. The Counsellor's main job is to help families settle disputes and work towards reconciliation. If you have a background in social work, sociology, or psychology with relevant experience, this is a good opportunity to serve in the Odisha judiciary.

Who Can Apply?

Category 1 — Candidates with Master's Degree + Experience:

• Qualification: Master's Degree in Social Science, preferably in Sociology or Psychology
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in family counselling

Category 2 — Social Workers (if Category 1 candidates are not available):

• Age: Must be above 35 years
• Qualification: Degree in Social Science, preferably in Sociology or Psychology
• Experience: Working in social service and welfare activities, engaged in promoting the welfare of Family and Child Care

Other Requirements (for all candidates):

• Citizenship: Must be a citizen of India
• Language: Must be able to speak, read and write Odia and have passed the Odia test equivalent to M.E. Standard
• Health: Must be of sound health, good physique and free from organic defects or bodily infirmity
• Marital Status: Must not have more than one living spouse
• Criminal Record: Must submit a declaration about any pending criminal cases

Salary

• Retainer Fee: Rs. 6,000 per month
• Assisting Fee: Rs. 1,000 per day of actual work
• The exact rates are fixed by the State Government of Odisha from time to time in consultation with the High Court of Orissa

Selection Process

There is no written exam for this post. Selection will be based on:

1. Screening of Applications: Your qualifications, experience, and supporting documents will be checked for eligibility
2. Merit-Based Selection: The Counsellor will be appointed by the Hon'ble High Court of Orissa, Cuttack based on merit

How to Apply

This is a completely offline application process. There is no online form. Follow these steps:

1. Download and print the application format from the sundargarh.dcourts.gov.in website, or type out the application with all required particulars
2. Fill in the application form with your name, father's/husband's name, date of birth, age as on 24.04.2026, educational qualification, experience details, address, mobile number, and email ID
3. Attach self-attested photocopies of all educational qualification certificates (including Master's Degree / Degree in Social Science)
4. Attach experience certificates in family counselling or social service
5. Attach 2 passport-size photographs (self-attested) in addition to the one on the application form
6. Include 2 self-addressed envelopes with postage stamps of Rs. 60 each
7. Write "Application for the post of Counsellor" on the envelope
8. Send by post to: Registrar, Civil Courts, Sundargarh, Pin-770001, OR drop it in the drop box at Civil Courts premises, Sundargarh during office hours

Your application must reach the office on or before 5:00 PM on 24 April 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 02 April 2026
• Application Start Date: 02 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 24 April 2026 (by 5:00 PM)

• Assist and advise parties involved in family disputes regarding settlement of issues
• Help parties in arriving at a reconciliation in family matters
• Handle petitions assigned by the Family Court Judge related to matrimonial and family cases
• Work closely with families to identify the root causes of disputes and suggest solutions
• Prepare reports and case summaries for the Family Court
• Follow the guidelines laid down under the Family Courts (Orissa) Rules, 1990