Devbhumi Dwarka Family Court Recruitment 2026: Counsellor Posts – Apply Offline / Email @ devbhumidwarka.dcourts.gov.in
⚡ Quick Facts & Key Highlights
| Recruiting Body | District Court Devbhumi Dwarka |
|---|---|
| State / Jurisdiction | Gujarat |
| Total Posts | 3 |
| Last Date for Application | 19 November 2026 |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Not Stated |
| Application Fee | Not specified in official notification |
| Mode of Application | Not Stated |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Counsellor (Empanelment - Khambhaliya, Okha-Mandal & Kalyanpur Family Courts) | Not Stated | 35 to 65 years | Honorarium/fee as notified by State Government (Amount not printed) |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Degree: Must hold a degree from a recognized University. Preference for candidates with Social Science or Psychology as a subject.
- Experience: Minimum 02 (Two) years of experience in Social Work, Child Psychiatry, or Family Counselling.
- Age: Candidates must have attained 35 years and must not have crossed 65 years as of 19 November 2026.
- Integrity: Must possess impeccable integrity.
- Preferences: Equal merit preference given to women candidates; preference to former Judges or those with family counselling experience.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Application Scrutiny: Applications received by 19 November 2026 will be screened for eligibility.
- Shortlisting: Eligible candidates will be called for interviews. The list of shortlisted candidates will be published on the official District Court website on 23 November 2026.
- Interview: Interviews will be conducted on 26 November 2026 and 27 November 2026.
- Approval: The final selection list will be forwarded to the Hon'ble Gujarat High Court for final consideration and approval.
Note: The notification does not mention the payment of Travel Allowance or Dearness Allowance (TA/DA). Candidates are advised to refer to the official PDF.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
- All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Bachelor's degree onwards)
- Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead for 02 years in Social Work, Child Psychiatry or Family Counselling (as per Rule 5(B))
- Copy of previous Family Court Counsellor appointment order (if applicable)
- Advocate Enrolment Certificate (if enrolled as an Advocate)
- Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
- Self-signed application form and declaration with date and place
Applications submitted after 19 November 2026, 06:10 PM, or not in the prescribed format, will not be taken into consideration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the Devbhumi Dwarka Family Court Counsellor recruitment?
The last date to submit the application form via email or in person is 19 November 2026, up to 06:10 PM.
What is the venue and time for submitting the application form?
Candidates can submit the form in person at Family Court, Devbhumi Dwarka, 3rd Floor, New District Court Building, Salaya Road, Khambhaliya. Alternatively, it can be emailed to [email protected] by 06:10 PM on 19 November 2026.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
The official notification does not specify any application fee for the Counsellor post.
What is the nature of the job (Permanent or Contractual)?
This is a contractual empanelment under the Gujarat Family Court (Amendment) Rules, 2023. The term is not specified, and the appointment can be terminated at any time on the recommendation of the High Court.
What is the salary structure for the Counsellor post?
The selected candidate will be paid an honorarium or fee as determined and notified by the State Government from time to time. The specific amount is not printed in the notification.
When will the interview list be published?
The list of candidates called for the interview will be published on the official District Court, Devbhumi Dwarka website on 23 November 2026. Interviews are scheduled for 26-27 November 2026.
Download Official Recruitment Notification
Download and read the official advertisement PDF for complete post eligibility, category reservations, format of certificates, and application guidelines.