The High Court of Kerala is recruiting for Principal Counsellor in the Family Courts in the State of Kerala. This recruitment drive is for 4 vacancies. The recruitment notification was released on 10/01/2025. The job location is Kochi, Kerala. The online application process starts on 16/01/2025, and the last date to apply is 05/02/2025. Kerala candidates are eligible to apply for these posts.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization | High Court of Kerala |
| Post Name | Principal Counsellor |
| Advt No. | 7/2025 |
| Nature of Job | Regular |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Vacancies | 4 |
| Salary | Rs. 55200-115300 |
| Applicant Eligible From | Kerala |
| Job Location | Kochi, Kerala |
| Category | Kerala High Court Recruitment |
Post Details
| S.No. | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Principal Counsellor | 4 |
Age Eligibility
The age eligibility for the post is between 18 to 36 years as of 01/01/2007. Candidates born between 02/01/1989 and 01/01/2007 are eligible to apply. The upper age limit is relaxed up to 15 years for blind, deaf, and dumb candidates and 10 years for candidates with other benchmark disabilities. However, the upper age limit shall not exceed 50 years.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Blind, Deaf and Dumb | 15 years |
| Other Benchmark Disabilities | 10 years |
Exam Fee
| General/Unreserved | Rs. 500 |
| SC/ST/Unemployed Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | Exempted |
Essential Qualification
| Post Name | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Principal Counsellor |
Masters Degree in Social Work or Post Graduate Degree in Psychology. Both degrees must be awarded or recognized by any of the Universities in Kerala. Experience in family counselling for a minimum period of two years. |
Selection Process
| Selection Steps | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Selection | The selection will be based on an interview or written test and interview, depending on the number of applications received. |
| Interview (If applicable) |
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| Written Test (If applicable) |
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How to Apply
- Candidates must complete One Time Registration using the Register link on the website https://hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in before applying for the post.
- Read the notification and instructions under the How to apply link carefully before submitting the online application.
- Upload good quality photographs as per the specified dimensions.
- After entering the required details, apply for the post from Apply Now in the Dashboard.
- Review the application preview carefully before submission.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable, through online or offline mode.
- Online payment: Follow the steps detailed in How to apply and verify payment status using Verify E-Payment.
- Offline payment: Download the chalan from the website and make the payment at any branch of State Bank of India within the specified time line.
Important Dates
| Online registration start date | 16/01/2025 |
| Online registration last date | 05/02/2025 |
| Payment date of application fees (online mode) | 15/01/2025 to 05/02/2025 |
| Payment date of application fees (offline mode) | 11/02/2025 to 19/02/2025 |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the last date to apply for the Principal Counsellor post?
- What is the age limit for the Principal Counsellor post?
- What is the application fee for the general category?
- What are the required qualifications?
Ans. The last date to apply online is 05/02/2025.
Ans. The age limit is 18-36 years as of 01/01/2007.
Ans. The application fee for the general category is Rs. 500.
Ans. Masters Degree in Social Work or a Post Graduate Degree in Psychology recognised by a university in Kerala. And two years experience in family counselling.