NIFT Srinagar Psychological Counsellor Recruitment 2026

National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Srinagar, under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, has released an official notification for engagement of a Psychological Counsellor on retainership (hourly) basis. Eligible Indian citizens are invited to apply for this temporary engagement at the NIFT Srinagar campus, Ompora, Budgam, Jammu & Kashmir.

The engagement will initially be for a period of one year and may be extended up to three years based on mutual consent and satisfactory performance.

NIFT Srinagar Psychological Counsellor Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Important Dates

Post Details

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:
Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Psychology / Behavioural Psychology or a relevant professional diploma from a Government-recognised University.
Doctoral degree holders will be preferred.

Experience:
Minimum of five (05) years of proven professional experience, including private practice.

Job Description

The Psychological Counsellor will be responsible for counselling NIFT students and staff facing issues such as:

• Anxiety, depression, and academic stress
• Homesickness and personal life challenges
• Bereavement and relationship difficulties
• Adolescent-related issues
• Mental health conditions including eating disorders, PTSD, and psychosis

All counselling sessions must be kept strictly confidential.

Working Schedule

• Campus Visit: Twice a week (preferably Tuesday & Thursday)
• Minimum Duration: 3 hours per day
• Time: 2:30 PM to 05:30 PM
• Emergency Support: Counsellor may be contacted as and when required

Remuneration

• Consolidated Pay: ₹700 per hour
• Conveyance Charges: As per Government of India norms

Application Process

Interested and eligible candidates must follow the steps below:

1. Download and fill the prescribed application form (Annexure).
2. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
3. Send the scanned application form and documents via email to:
   careers.srinagar@nift.ac.in
4. Submit the hard copy of the application to:
   Careers & Recruitment Cell, NIFT Srinagar, SIDCO Industrial Complex, Ompora, Budgam – 191111
   on or before 13 February 2026 (05:30 PM).

Selection Process

Selection will be based on:

• Domain knowledge
• Relevant professional experience
• Performance in interview

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview. Communication will be made through email only.

General Terms & Conditions

• Engagement is purely temporary and on retainership basis.
• NIFT reserves the right to modify, cancel, or withdraw the notification without assigning any reason.
• Incomplete or late applications will be rejected without any notice.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• Legal disputes, if any, will fall under the jurisdiction of Srinagar/Budgam Courts (J&K).

Important Links

Official Website: www.nift.ac.in/srinagar
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Email for Application: careers.srinagar@nift.ac.in
Contact Number: 01951-255972 (Ext: 110)