Andhra Pradesh Job Notification: 424 District Career and Mental Health Counselor Vacancies
An official notification has been released to fill 424 vacant job positions across all mandals in the 26 districts of Andhra Pradesh state. These positions offer a direct selection process without any examination and require no application fee. The application process is simple and can be completed via phone.
Key Highlights of the Recruitment
Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary of ₹34,000, which includes a basic salary of ₹30,000 and ₹4,000 in allowances. After initial selection, candidates will undergo document verification before directly joining the job.
Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria
Indian Nationals are eligible to apply for these positions. The work placement will be in various mandals and districts of Andhra Pradesh, as selected by the Andhra Pradesh Department of School Education and Samagra Shiksha. Candidates must possess qualifications from government-recognized universities. For those with degrees obtained through open universities or distance learning, the university must be recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
Additionally, applicants should demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills and possess basic computer knowledge, including familiarity with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Job Role: District Career and Mental Health Counselor
The 424 positions are for District Career and Mental Health Counselors. These counselors will work under the Andhra Pradesh Education Department, specifically within the School Department. Their primary role involves counseling students on their academic interests, career growth, and personal strengths. This includes meeting with teachers and parents to provide career guidance and support students’ development, particularly for those facing academic or other challenges.
Detailed Educational Qualifications
Candidates must hold one of the following degrees:
- M.Sc or M.A in Psychology (Applied Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Child Psychology, or Adolescent Psychology).
- M.Sc or M.Phil in Psychiatric Social Work.
- M.Sc in Psychiatric Nursing.
- Master of Social Work (MSW) with a specialization in Medical & Psychiatric Social Work OR Counseling.
- B.A or B.Sc Honors in Psychology.
Required Skills and Experience
Essential skills include strong English written and verbal communication, along with knowledge of the Telugu language. A qualification in Career Guidance and Counseling is desirable but not mandatory.
Freshers holding a Post-graduation degree are eligible to apply as no prior experience is required for them. Students currently in their final year of a degree examination are also eligible. However, candidates with a B.A or B.Sc in Psychology will require two years of experience in counseling.
Age Limit and Contractual Terms
The age limit for applicants is up to 45 years. As these positions are on a contractual basis, no age relaxation will be applicable. Initially, the contract will be valid until March 31, 2026. It will then be renewed for another 10 months, from June 2026 to March 2027, and subsequently on an annual basis or as per the department’s requirements. Given that the Samagra Shiksha Department of School Education operates continuously, these contracts are expected to be renewed yearly. Any future increases in salary will be subject to government decisions.
Selection Procedure
The selection process will not involve a written examination. Instead, an interview will be conducted. After all applications are received and scrutinized, selected candidates will be informed about the interview date and time. The cut-off date for assessing age, qualification, and experience is December 31, 2025.
Online Application Process Step-by-Step
The application process is conducted through a Google Form titled “Online Application Form Towards Deployment of 424 District Career and Mental Health Counselors Across Various Mandals and Districts of Andhra Pradesh.” A new, functional application link is currently active.
Here are the details required for the application:
- District Application: Specify the district you wish to apply for.
- Personal Details: Select your salutation (Mr./Ms.), enter your full name as per official records (10th class certificate), Aadhaar Card number, PAN Card number, Date of Birth (as per 10th class certificate), and your age as of December 31, 2025.
- Contact Information: Provide your father’s name, mother’s name, mobile number, alternate mobile number, and email ID.
- Address Details: Enter your permanent address, district, state, and pin code.
- Educational Qualifications:
- If applicable, provide details of your Post-graduation or Master’s Degree (otherwise, type “Not Applicable”).
- Mandatorily provide details of your Undergraduate or Bachelor’s Degree, including the degree name (e.g., B.Com, B.Sc), start and end dates, and percentage.
- Mention any additional qualifications you possess.
- Experience Details: If you have work experience, provide the relevant details. Otherwise, type “Not Applicable.” The form allows for multiple experience entries.
- Document Uploads: All documents must be in PDF format and under 1MB in size.
- Applicant Photo (mandatory).
- Signature (mandatory).
- Recent Resume (mandatory).
- 10th Class Marks Card.
- 12th Marks Card.
- Graduation (Degree) certificate.
- Post-graduation or Master’s Degree certificate (optional).
- Work Experience certificate (optional).
- Submission: After reviewing all details and certifying the information, click “Submit” to complete your application.
Important Dates and Contact Information
The last date to apply for these positions is January 18, 2026. For any doubts or queries, an email ID is provided in the official notification.