📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), Surat
- Advertisement No.: E/Contract/1733
- Total Posts: 1
- Post Name: Counselling Psychologist (Clinical Psychologist)
- Employment Nature: Contractual – 11-month contract basis (no absorption into regular cadre)
- Application Mode: Offline (Speed Post to SVNIT Establishment Office)
- Last Date for Receipt: 16 November 2026
- Notification Date: 14 October 2026
- Pay: Up to INR 50,000 per month based on skill sets, experience, and performance
- Application Fee: Not Stated
Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), Surat has released advertisement E/Contract/1733 for one vacancy of Counselling Psychologist (Clinical Psychologist) on a purely contractual basis under the Office of the Dean of Student Welfare. Eligible candidates holding an M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology or Clinical Psychology with a completed degree and at least two years of counselling experience must submit their application by Speed Post to the Deputy Registrar (Establishment) before 16 November 2026.
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Counselling Psychologist (Clinical Psychologist) | 01 (preferably female) | Up to 35 years | Up to 50,000 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Counselling Psychologist – Essential Qualification: M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology / Clinical Psychology (Completed degree) with a minimum of two years of experience in providing counselling to students at educational institutes, hospitals, or mental health clinics.
- Counselling Psychologist – Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience of counselling adolescents aged 18–30 years, preferably in a residential institution, counselling centre, or psychiatric clinic.
- Experience in administering and interpreting psychometric tests.
- Membership of professional societies.
- Age Limit: Up to 35 years. Candidates with higher desirable experience will be preferred. The closing date (16 November 2026) is the cut-off date for age, education, and experience calculation.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Shortlisting: The Institute will determine shortlisting parameters, and only an adequate number of qualifying candidates will be called for interview. Fulfilling minimum qualifications does not confer any right to be called for interview.
- Personal Interview: Final selection is based on performance during a personal interview conducted at SVNIT Surat.
- TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview or for joining.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Filled application form in the prescribed format downloaded from the official SVNIT website.
- Duly attested copies of all certificates and mark sheets.
- Appropriate conversion formula to percentage / CGPA-GPA calculator (if applicable).
- Envelope must be superscripted with the name of the post applied for.
Important Instructions
- The engagement is purely on a contract basis for an initial period of 11 months, subject to Institute requirements and satisfactory performance.
- Candidates have no claim for absorption into a regular position at any point.
- Working schedule: 6 days a week, 8 hours per day, with possible Sunday/Holiday duties and flexible timings.
- 8 days of casual leave during the 11-month tenure; unauthorized absence leads to pro-rata salary deductions.
- No medical facility, accommodation, or other allowances are provided.
- Engagement subject to medical fitness and police verification.
- The Institute may terminate services at any time with 15 days' notice or 15 days' salary in lieu.
- Application must be sent via Speed Post to: The Deputy Registrar (Establishment), Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat, Ichchhanath, Dumas Road, Keval Chowk, Surat, Gujarat – 395007.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for receipt of applications for SVNIT Counselling Psychologist recruitment?
The last date for receipt of applications via Speed Post is 16 November 2026. The notification was released on 14 October 2026.
How should I submit my application for SVNIT Counselling Psychologist vacancy?
The application must be sent offline via Speed Post to The Deputy Registrar (Establishment), SVNIT, Surat, Ichchhanath, Dumas Road, Keval Chowk, Surat, Gujarat – 395007. The envelope must superscribe the post name.
Is there any application fee for SVNIT Counselling Psychologist recruitment?
No application fee is mentioned in advertisement E/Contract/1733. Candidates need only submit the filled form with attested documents by Speed Post.
Is the SVNIT Counselling Psychologist post a permanent government job?
No. This is a purely contractual engagement for an initial period of 11 months. There is no claim for absorption into a regular cadre, and the Institute may terminate the contract with 15 days' notice.
What is the salary for SVNIT Counselling Psychologist?
The selected candidate receives up to INR 50,000 per month, based on skill sets, experience, and performance. No medical facility, accommodation, or additional allowances are provided.
What is the selection process for SVNIT Counselling Psychologist?
The process involves shortlisting by the Institute followed by a personal interview at SVNIT Surat. No TA/DA is paid for interview attendance.