District Court, Family Court Division, Lakhimpur Kheri
Contractual / Regular

Family Court Kheri Counsellor Recruitment 2026

Sourced from Official Government PDF
Sep. 22, 2026
Counsellor (Paramarshdata)

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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
2 Posts
Pay Scale
Rs. 1,000/- per day (Max Rs. 24,000/- per month)
Age Limit
35 to 65 Years as on 06.10.2026
Job Location
Uttar Pradesh52Lakhimpur Kheri1

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 21, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 21, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 6, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window21 Sep – 6 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Essential: Bachelor's Degree in Sociology or Psychology from a recognized University with experience in social service.
Desirable / Preference: Candidates possessing a Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) with at least 2 years of experience in family counselling will be given preference.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidates must be between 35 and 65 years of age as on the last date of application submission (06.10.2026).

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Scrutiny & State Govt Shortlisting

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Expert Consultation & High Court Recommendation

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Applications received are scrutinized by the State Government to prepare a shortlist of up to 5 candidates per vacancy. The list is forwarded to the Hon'ble High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, which evaluates candidates in consultation with family and child development experts before recommending final appointments to the State Government for formal notification.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Area / ComponentAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Credentials & RelevanceScrutiny of Bachelor's degree in Sociology or Psychology, with preference given for Master's in Social Work (MSW).
Professional ExperienceDocumented track record in social service and minimum 2 years verified experience in family counselling/mediation.
Expert Consultation & SuitabilityEvaluation of mediator temperament, dispute resolution capabilities, and child welfare sensitivity by the High Court expert committee.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Family Court Counsellors operate under the Family Courts Act, 1984 within the District Judiciary of Uttar Pradesh. They function as neutral mediators facilitating reconciliation and amicable out-of-court settlements in matrimonial disputes, maintenance petitions, child custody, and domestic conflicts. The role demands deep psychological insight, emotional neutrality, and patience, working closely with the Principal Judge during regular court hours.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The appointment is purely contractual for an initial tenure of 3 years at Family Court Lakhimpur Kheri, with provision for reconsideration for another 3 years upon recommendation of the Hon'ble High Court. The engagement does not confer government servant status or permanent civil post absorption.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

There is no formal departmental cadre promotion hierarchy for contractual counsellors. However, serving as an officially designated Family Court Counsellor provides elite mediation credentials, eligibility for panel appointments with State/District Legal Services Authorities (SLSA/DLSA), and senior consulting roles in child and family welfare organizations.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Strict Age Window: Candidates must be between 35 and 65 years of age on the last date of application (06.10.2026). Applicants below 35 or above 65 are strictly ineligible.
  • Mandatory Degree Subjects: Graduation must strictly be in Sociology or Psychology; degrees in other disciplines without these subjects are not acceptable as essential qualification.
  • District Preference: Priority is given to eligible candidates residing in Lakhimpur Kheri district; candidates from neighboring districts will be considered only if no local candidates qualify.
  • Envelope Superscription: The submission envelope must be clearly endorsed with 'परामर्शदाता पद हेतु आवेदन' to ensure proper routing in the administrative office.
  • Strict Deadline: Applications must physically reach the Administrative Office, Family Court Lakhimpur Kheri by 06.10.2026. Late submissions via post will be summarily rejected.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR2
Total Vacancies2 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Honorarium fixed at Rs. 1,000/- per working day subject to a maximum ceiling of Rs. 24,000/- per month (whichever is lower) as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.

Honorarium of Rs. 1,000/- per working day or Rs. 24,000/- per month, whichever is lower, as per UP Government Order No. 102/Saat Nyay-2-2015-728/86 dated 18.06.2015. Contractual appointment initially for 3 years, extendable by 3 years.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download and print the official application proforma attached to the recruitment notification from the official District Court portal (kheri.dcourts.gov.in) or Allahabad High Court website.
  2. Fill out the application form legibly in Hindi and English capital letters, and paste a recent self-attested passport-size color photograph.
  3. Attach self-attested photocopies of educational certificates and mark sheets (explicitly indicating subjects studied at graduate and postgraduate levels).
  4. Attach self-attested documentary evidence of social service experience and family counselling experience (if applicable).
  5. Attach self-attested copy of identity proof (Voter ID card or official ID).
  6. Enclose the application and supporting documents in an envelope clearly superscribed in bold: "परामर्शदाता पद हेतु आवेदन".
  7. Submit the envelope by Registered Post or in person at the Administrative Office, Office of the Principal Judge, Family Court, Lakhimpur Kheri, PIN - 262701 on or before 06.10.2026.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is payable for this recruitment.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Applicants must be between 35 and 65 years of age as on the application deadline of 06th October 2026.

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