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NIT Goa Student Counsellor Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post

NIT Goa B.A/B.Sc. (Psychology) / M.A/M.Sc. (Psychology) / MBBS+ Goa 1 posts Last Date to Apply: 31 May 2026

By Narender Chaudhary · GovSarkariResult Editorial Team · Last updated: May 25, 2026, 1:02:55 PM IST

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At a glance

Organization National Institute of Technology Goa (NIT Goa)

Category Latest Jobs

Post / exam NIT Goa Student Counsellor Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post

Total posts 1

Qualification B.A/B.Sc. (Psychology) / M.A/M.Sc. (Psychology) / MBBS+

Location Goa

Pay scale ₹40,000 per month (Consolidated)

Apply mode Online

Last Date to Apply 31 May 2026

Key highlights

National Institute of Technology Goa (NIT Goa) has released the latest jobs update for NIT Goa Student Counsellor Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post.
1 total vacancies are on offer.
Last Date to Apply: 31 May 2026 — don't miss the deadline.
Apply or check online through the official portal — direct links are below.

Overview

National Institute of Technology Goa (NIT Goa) has officially announced the recruitment for NIT Goa Student Counsellor Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post. A total of 1 vacancies have been opened in this recruitment cycle. Candidates who meet the B.A/B.Sc. (Psychology) / M.A/M.Sc. (Psychology) / MBBS eligibility and fall within the 0–50 year age band can apply through the official portal before 31 May 2026.

On this page you will find everything you need for the NIT Goa Student Counsellor Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post application — exact dates, fee structure, vacancy breakdown by category, age relaxation rules, the multi-stage selection process, the exam pattern with section-wise marks, and the official application + notification links. You can read each section first, then jump straight to the official portal using the verified links below.

The pay scale for this post is ₹40,000 per month (Consolidated), with DA, HRA, and other allowances added on top — making this a stable government job with strong long-term career growth and pensionable benefits.

We recommend reviewing the official notification PDF in full before you apply. Every figure on this page is sourced from the official notification, but recruiting bodies sometimes issue corrigenda — verify there first.

Why apply for this post

National Institute of Technology Goa (NIT Goa) is among India's premier academic and research institutions. Roles here come with access to a high-quality research environment, structured technical training, exposure to senior faculty mentorship, and credentials valued across the academic and industrial sector after the tenure ends.

The starting pay scale for this post is ₹40,000 per month (Consolidated). Salaries increase through annual increments and time-bound promotions, and the package includes Dearness Allowance (revised twice a year), House Rent Allowance based on posting city, and other government benefits applicable to the cadre.

Important dates

Notification Released 14 May 2026

Application Opens 14 May 2026

Last Date to Apply Online 31 May 2026

Application fee

All Categories ₹0 (No Fee)

Age limit

Minimum age: 0 years · Maximum age: 50 years (as on the cut-off date). Age relaxation applies for OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years) and PwD as per government rules.

Eligibility / educational qualification

The minimum educational qualification required for this position is as specified in the official notification. Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination may apply provisionally, provided they can produce the marksheet at the document verification stage.

The age limit is 0–50 years calculated as on the cut-off date specified in the notification. Reserved categories receive age relaxation as per the standard government norms: OBC candidates get 3 additional years, SC/ST candidates get 5 years, and PwD candidates get up to 10 years of relaxation. Ex-servicemen and certain other reserved categories may receive further relaxation — verify against the official notification.

Nationality requirement: the candidate must be a citizen of India (or hold the eligibility documents specified by the recruiting body). Candidates domiciled in Goa may be given preference in certain categories. Out-of-state candidates can still apply — see the notification for state-domicile requirements specific to this recruitment.

Vacancy details

total posts (approx). Category-wise reservation and post-wise breakup are listed in the official notification.

Salary / pay scale

₹40,000 per month (Consolidated) — plus DA, HRA & allowances. Final in-hand pay depends on posting and deductions.

Vacancy breakdown (category-wise)

Student Counsellor 1

Documents required

Recent passport-size photograph
Scanned signature
Degree certificate(s) — B.A./B.Sc./M.A./M.Sc. (Psychology) or MBBS
Diploma or certificate in Counselling / Psychiatric Medicine (as applicable)
Experience letter(s) from previous employer(s) showing counselling work at educational institution
Age proof (birth certificate / 10th marksheet)
Valid Photo ID proof

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official portal. The process involves registering with mobile and email, filling the form, uploading photo + signature + supporting documents in the prescribed format, paying the fee, and downloading the confirmation page. Take the steps below one at a time — many fields are locked after the final submission.

The Last Date to Apply for this application is 31 May 2026. We strongly recommend completing the application at least 2-3 days before the deadline — the official portal usually sees heavy load on the last day, and payment-gateway timeouts in the final hours can cause submissions to fail.

The application fee varies by category and is listed in the Application Fee section below. Payment can be made online using debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or any accepted digital wallet. Save the payment receipt — you will need it if the system requires manual verification.

1 Visit the official NIT Goa website at www.nitgoa.ac.in and navigate to the Recruitment / Jobs section.
2 Locate the Student Counsellor 2026 notification and open the online application link.
3 Register or log in and fill in your personal, educational, and professional details accurately.
4 Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, degree certificates, counselling diploma, and experience letters in the prescribed format and size.
5 Review all entries carefully to ensure correctness before final submission.
6 Submit the form online on or before 31 May 2026 and save or print a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.

Selection process

The selection process is conducted in 2 stages: Application Scrutiny / Shortlisting and Personal Interview. Candidates must clear each stage to be eligible for the next, and the final merit list is prepared on the combined performance across all stages. Detailed marking schemes, qualifying cut-offs, and any tie-breaker rules are listed in the official notification linked above.

Application Scrutiny / Shortlisting Personal Interview

Preparation tips

1 Revise core concepts in student counselling, mental health assessment, and crisis intervention techniques before the interview.
2 Prepare real-world examples from your counselling experience at educational institutions to discuss during the interview.
3 Read the official NIT Goa notification PDF thoroughly so you are familiar with the role's responsibilities and institutional expectations.
4 Carry original documents along with self-attested photocopies to the interview for smooth verification.

Important links

Official Website Open

Apply Online Open

Download Notification (PDF) Open

Frequently asked questions

The online application window closes on 31 May 2026. Ensure you complete and submit your form before this deadline to avoid rejection.

You need either a B.A./B.Sc. in Psychology with a counselling diploma and 3 years' experience, or M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology with 2 years' experience, or an MBBS with a Master's/Diploma in Psychiatric Medicine and 1 year of counselling experience at an educational institution.

The maximum permissible age is 50 years. No minimum age limit has been stated in the official notification.

No application fee has been prescribed for any category of candidate. The entire online application process is free of charge.

The selected candidate will draw a consolidated emolument of ₹40,000 per month. This is a contractual, fixed-pay engagement.

Only 1 vacancy exists for the post of Student Counsellor at National Institute of Technology Goa.

Eligible applicants will be shortlisted and invited for a personal interview. There is no written examination for this position.

Both the application form and the official notification PDF are available on the NIT Goa official website at www.nitgoa.ac.in. Always use the official portal to apply.

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