Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology with at least 55% marks from a recognized and reputed University or Institute.
Experience: Preferably 1 to 2 years of relevant experience as a psychological counsellor, with fluency in Hindi and English. Experience working in higher educational institutions or universities of repute is preferred.
Contractual / RegularSep. 10, 2026
IIM Bodh Gaya Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Management Trainee cum Counsellor Post
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Sep. 10, 2026Management Trainee cum Counsellor – Clinical/ Counselling Psychology
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Vacancies
Various / Empanelment Pool
Pay Scale
₹20,000 – ₹35,000/- per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Maximum 30 Years as on 13.09.2026
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 5, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 5, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 13, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window5 – 13 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
The upper age ceiling is 30 years as on the cut-off date (13 September 2026). Age relaxation is admissible for SC/ST/NC-OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen candidates in accordance with Central Government rules.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Screening & Credential Verification
OnlineQualifying Only
Written/Skill Test and/or Personal Interview
Offline / OnlineMerit Scored
Candidates meeting the prescribed qualifications and Rules of Recruitment (RoR) criteria will be shortlisted for a Test and/or Personal Interview. Final selection is based on performance in the test/interview. Recommended candidates will be placed in a reserve empanelment pool valid for 1 year from result declaration, to be appointed as institutional requirements arise.
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria & Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Foundation in Clinical & Counselling Psychology | Core Qualification Benchmark | Evaluation of Master's degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology with at least 55% marks from recognized universities. |
| Student Psychological Counselling & Therapeutic Delivery | Clinical Competency Benchmark | Experience in conducting psychological assessments, delivering cognitive therapies, managing student academic stress/anxiety, and maintaining confidential case records. |
| Mental Health Awareness & Institutional Workshops | Campus Engagement Benchmark | Capability to coordinate campus-wide mental health awareness sessions, wellness workshops, and life skills programs for students, faculty, and administrative staff. |
| Interview Aptitude & Crisis Management | Selection Committee Assessment | Assessment of empathetic listening, ethical confidentiality adherence, bilingual communication (Hindi & English), and psychological crisis intervention before the Selection Committee. |
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Work Culture & Environment
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The Management Trainee cum Counsellor provides primary psychological support and counselling services at IIM Bodh Gaya's residential campus in Bihar. Day-to-day responsibilities involve offering one-on-one confidential psychological consultations, managing academic burnout, exam stress, interpersonal issues, and mood difficulties for postgraduate management scholars, doctoral researchers, faculty, and staff. The counsellor also conducts campus mental health awareness workshops and remains on call for psychological emergency situations.
Posting & Transfer Policy
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The position is contractual for an initial tenure of one (1) year, extendable on an annual basis contingent upon satisfactory performance review and institutional requirement. Posting is strictly on-campus at IIM Bodh Gaya (Uruvela, Prabandh Vihar, Bodh Gaya – 824234). The contractual appointment carries no entitlement or right for permanent absorption or regular cadre employment at IIM Bodh Gaya.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
Standard central pay commission cadre promotion lines do not apply to contractual trainee positions. However, completing a successful tenure as Counsellor at an Institute of National Importance (IIM) provides premier credentials for securing regular Student Counsellor, Wellness Officer, or Assistant Registrar (Student Welfare) roles across IIMs, IITs, AIIMS, and central universities.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- Short Application Deadline: The online application portal closes on 13 September 2026; late submissions will not be processed.
- Empanelment Pool Model: Selection generates a merit empanelment pool valid for 1 year from result declaration; appointment letters are issued as requirements arise.
- Mandatory Professional Referees: Applicants must furnish the names, designations, and contact details of two professional referees from the relevant academic/industry domain in the application.
- Single Application Mandate: Submitting two or more applications for this position will lead to immediate summary rejection.
- On-Campus Physical Availability: The candidate must be readily available on campus and on call to address student mental health crises when required.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Empanelment Pool / UnreservedPool Valid for 1 Year
Total VacanciesVarious / Empanelment Pool
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Consolidated pay scale of ₹20,000/- to ₹35,000/- per month determined by the screening committee based on the candidate's qualification, experience, and interview performance.
Consolidated monthly emoluments ranging from ₹20,000/- to ₹35,000/- per month depending upon candidate qualification and relevant experience. The appointment is contractual for 1 year, extendable based on performance.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
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Application Procedure
- Visit the official portal of IIM Bodh Gaya at iimbg.ac.in under the 'Careers / Non-Faculty Positions' section.
- Select Advertisement No. NT 2026-09-A for Management Trainee cum Counsellor – Clinical/Counselling Psychology.
- Fill out the online application form with personal information, educational credentials, work experience, salary details, and names/contacts of two professional referees.
- Upload clear scanned copies of relevant degrees, semester mark sheets, proof of date of birth, experience certificates, and category documents (if availing age relaxation).
- Submit the completed online application before the closing deadline of 13 September 2026. Candidates submitting duplicate or multiple applications will face rejection.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
No application fee is prescribed for this non-faculty recruitment.
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Sep 5, 2026
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Starts
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Deadline
Sep 13, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window5 – 13 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Screening & Credential Verification
OnlineQualifying Only
Written/Skill Test and/or Personal Interview
Offline / OnlineMerit Scored
Candidates meeting the prescribed qualifications and Rules of Recruitment (RoR) criteria will be shortlisted for a Test and/or Personal Interview. Final selection is based on performance in the test/interview. Recommended candidates will be placed in a reserve empanelment pool valid for 1 year from result declaration, to be appointed as institutional requirements arise.
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