Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in 'Clinical Psychology' with at least 55% marks from a recognized University/Institute.
OR
Master's Degree with 55% in Clinical Psychology along with 5 years' experience in counselling students regarding academic, psychosocial, and emotional issues in a reputed academic institute or organization.
Note: The mark sheet and degree certificate must explicitly state 'Clinical Psychology' as the specialization, or the applicant must produce an official certificate from their University confirming the Clinical Psychology specialization.
Contractual / RegularSep. 10, 2026
IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for 04 Counsellor Posts
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Sep. 10, 2026Counsellor (Full-Time)Counsellor (Part-Time)
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Vacancies
4 Posts (Full-Time: 02, Part-Time: 02)
Pay Scale
₹88,650/- per month (Starting consolidated emoluments for Full-Time)
Age Limit
Up to 40 Years (as on 16.09.2026)
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 8, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 8, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 16, 2026
4
Exam Date
Sep 16, 2026
Application Window8 – 16 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date16 Sep 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
The applicant's age must not exceed 40 years as on the date of the walk-in interview (16.09.2026). Age relaxation commensurate with educational qualification and/or relevant experience may be considered with prior approval of the competent authority for candidates possessing qualifications and experience higher than advertised.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
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Document Verification and Screening
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Personal Walk-in Interview
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection will be made strictly through a Walk-in Interview on Wednesday, 16.09.2026 at 09:00 AM at IISER Pune Main Building. In case the number of candidates appearing for the walk-in interview is high, a Screening Committee will screen and shortlist candidates based on higher qualification and experience before conducting interviews.
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria & Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Evaluation Component | 30 Marks | Academic Background & Specialization in Clinical Psychology (M.A./M.Sc.) |
| Evaluation Component | 35 Marks | Relevant Clinical & Youth/Student Counselling Experience in Higher Education |
| Evaluation Component | 20 Marks | Crisis Intervention, Multi-linguistic Communication & Interpersonal Empathy |
| Evaluation Component | 15 Marks | Personal Interview Performance & Coordination with Medical Committee |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Work Culture & Environment
Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.
Counsellors at IISER Pune operate within the Student Wellness Centre / Medical Centre, providing confidential, evidence-based mental health support, emotional guidance, and crisis intervention to undergraduate BS-MS, M.Sc., Ph.D. scholars, faculty, and campus staff. Key responsibilities include handling academic stress, interpersonal anxiety, career pressure, organizing campus-wide wellness talks and workshops, and liaising closely with the Institute Medical Officer and Medical Committee. The campus work environment is professional, academically intensive, and supportive, with fixed day-shift working hours and emergency on-call coordination during student crisis events.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
Initial tenure is for 6 months or 1 year, extendable on mutual agreement based on annual performance appraisals and ongoing institutional counselling requirements. All postings are on-campus at IISER Pune (Dr. Homi Bhabha Road, Pashan, Pune – 411 008).
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
As a purely contractual and temporary position, there is no automatic absorption, regular cadre seniority, or departmental promotion ladder at IISER Pune. However, serving as a Clinical Counsellor at an Institute of National Importance (INI) provides high-prestige clinical credentials, competitive compensation (₹88,650/month), and prime positioning for regular Student Welfare Officer / Chief Counsellor appointments across IITs, IIMs, IISc, and Central Universities.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- Specialization Verification Mandatory: The degree certificate or mark sheet must explicitly specify 'Clinical Psychology'. If not mentioned on the certificate, candidates must carry an official letter from their University registrar/controller of examinations confirming Clinical Psychology specialization, without which candidature will be cancelled.
- Strict Walk-in Reporting: Candidates must report strictly by 09:00 AM on Wednesday, 16.09.2026 at Seminar Room 32, Main Building, IISER Pune. Late arrivals will not be registered for screening.
- Shortlisting Clause: If the number of walk-in applicants is large, the Screening Committee reserves the right to restrict the interview pool by screening credentials with higher qualification/experience thresholds.
- No TA/DA Admissible: Candidates must bear all travel and accommodation expenses; no reimbursement is provided by IISER Pune for appearing in the walk-in interview.
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
- UR4
Total Vacancies4 Posts (Full-Time: 02, Part-Time: 02)
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Consolidated emoluments start at ₹88,650/- per month for Full-Time positions. For Part-Time positions, emoluments are proportionate based on time commitment and job responsibilities. Deserving candidates with extensive relevant clinical experience may be offered higher compensation.
Full-Time: Starting Rs. 88,650/- per month. Part-Time: Proportionate as per time commitment & job responsibilities. Higher emoluments may be offered to deserving candidates commensurate with relevant work experience.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
- Visit the official IISER Pune career page at iiserpune.ac.in/opportunities/openings.
- Locate Advertisement No. 75/2026 and click on 'Apply Now' below the advertisement link to download the prescribed application form.
- Fill out the prescribed application form completely and legibly with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
- Prepare one set of self-attested photocopies along with original documents: Date of Birth proof (10th Board certificate/Birth certificate), Mark sheets and Degree certificates (10th standard onwards), Experience certificates detailing period of employment, pay scale, designation, and nature of duties performed, NOC from employer (if working in a government funded organization), and Government Photo ID proof.
- Affix one recent passport size photograph on the application proforma.
- Report in person for the Walk-in Interview on Wednesday, 16-09-2026 at 09:00 AM at Seminar Room No. 32, 2nd Floor, Main Building, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, Dr. Homi Bhabha Road, Pune – 411 008 (Reception Tel: 020-25908001).
Application Fee & Category Concessions
No application fee is charged for attending the walk-in interview.
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Deadline
Sep 16, 2026
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Exam Date
Sep 16, 2026
Application Window8 – 16 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date16 Sep 2026
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Document Verification and Screening
OfflineQualifying Only
Personal Walk-in Interview
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection will be made strictly through a Walk-in Interview on Wednesday, 16.09.2026 at 09:00 AM at IISER Pune Main Building. In case the number of candidates appearing for the walk-in interview is high, a Screening Committee will screen and shortlist candidates based on higher qualification and experience before conducting interviews.
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Candidates must have a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology with at least 55% marks from a recognized university. Specialization in Clinical Psychology must be explicitly documented in the degree certificate, mark sheet, or an official University letter.
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