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Last updated: October 2, 2026 at 3:52 PM
IIM Bodh Gaya is hiring a Management Trainee cum Counsellor in Clinical and Counselling Psychology, and the last date to apply online is 27.09.2026. Under Advt. No. NT 2026-09-B the Institute is not filling a fixed number of seats this time — it will prepare a pool of suitable candidates who may be appointed as and when the requirement arises, and that pool stays valid for one year from the date the result is declared. The post is on a one-year contract with consolidated pay of Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 35,000 a month, and you need a Master’s degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology with at least 55% marks.
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Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Management Trainee cum Counsellor – Clinical / Counselling Psychology |
| Organization | Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bodh Gaya, Uruvela, Prabandh Vihar, Bodh Gaya, Bihar |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | NT 2026-09-B, dated 21.09.2026 |
| Location | Bodh Gaya, Gaya district, Bihar |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in notification — a pool of suitable candidates will be prepared, valid for 1 year from the date of declaration of result |
| Qualification | Master’s Degree in Clinical / Counselling Psychology from a reputed and recognised Institute or University, with minimum 55% marks |
| Age Limit | Upper age limit 30 years, as on 27.09.2026 Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Screening / Shortlisting → Test and/or Personal Interview → Result and 1-year selection pool |
| Pay Scale | Consolidated Rs. 20,000 – 35,000 per month, depending on qualification and experience |
| How to Apply | Apply online only, through the IIM Bodh Gaya Recruitment Portal |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | IIM Bodh Gaya Recruitment Portal |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 21.09.2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 27.09.2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age, Qualification and Experience | 27.09.2026 |
| Test and/or Personal Interview Date | Not announced yet — shortlisted candidates will be informed |
| Validity of Selection Pool / Waitlist | 1 year from the date of declaration of result |
Application Fee
| All Categories | Not specified in notification |
The notification does not mention any application fee for this post. Check the recruitment portal once you open the online form, since the fee screen is the only place a charge would appear.
Vacancy Details
There is no vacancy table in this notification, and that is deliberate rather than an omission. IIM Bodh Gaya states that a pool of suitable candidates will be prepared, who may be appointed as and when the requirement arises, and that the pool will remain valid for 1 year only from the date of declaration of result. The Institute also reserves the right to fill or not to fill any of or all the posts, so clearing the selection does not by itself guarantee an appointment.
Eligibility Criteria
| Educational Qualification | Master’s Degree in Clinical / Counselling Psychology from a reputed and recognised Institute or University, with minimum 55% marks. All qualifications must be from a UGC-recognised University or Deemed University, or an AICTE-approved autonomous institution, and courses from autonomous institutions must be equivalent to a course recognised by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). |
| Experience | Preferably 1 to 2 years of experience in the field of Clinical / Counselling Psychology as a counsellor. Experience in an institute of repute or a university will be preferred. |
| Age Limit | Upper age limit 30 years, as on the cut-off date of 27.09.2026 Check your age eligibility → |
| Language Requirement | Fluency in Hindi and English |
| Serving Government Employees | Must apply through proper channel, or produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the present employer at the time of interview. Applicants without an NOC will not be permitted to appear in the interview. |
| Application Restriction | Candidates who applied against the earlier advertisement need to apply again. Applications of candidates who submit two or more applications for one position will be rejected. |
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | As per existing Central Government rules |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | As per existing Central Government rules |
| Non-Creamy Layer OBC (NC-OBC) | As per existing Central Government rules |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | As per existing Central Government rules |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per existing Central Government rules |
The notification does not print category-wise relaxation years. It states only that relaxation will be given as per existing Central Government rules, and that candidates seeking relaxation must produce relevant proof of eligibility. See point 5 under General Information on page 3 of the official notification.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 — Screening and Shortlisting | Applications are screened against the conditions of the Rules of Recruitment. If there is an overwhelming number of applications, the Screening Committee may use academic and work-experience parameters as criteria for raising the bar and optimising the application pool. Merely meeting the minimum qualification and experience does not confer any right to be called, and the decision of the Institute on whom to call shall be final. |
| Stage 2 — Test and/or Personal Interview | Shortlisted candidates are called for a Test and/or a Personal Interview, and the selection is made on the results of that stage. Marks, duration and sections are not specified in the notification. No communication in any form will be entertained, and candidates already in government service must produce their NOC here or they will not be permitted to appear. |
| Stage 3 — Result and Selection Pool | A pool of suitable candidates is prepared from the results. The list of waitlisted candidates remains valid for 1 year from the date of declaration of result, and candidates may be appointed as and when the requirement arises. |
Salary and Benefits
| Consolidated Emoluments | Rs. 20,000 – 35,000 per month, depending upon qualification and experience |
| Nature of Engagement | Contractual, for a period of one year |
| Extension | The contract may be extended further on the basis of performance |
| Allowances and Other Benefits | Not specified in notification — the pay is stated as a single consolidated monthly amount |
How to Apply
- Open the IIM Bodh Gaya Careers page and go to the Recruitment for Non Faculty Positions section, then the Advertisement for Non-Faculty Positions: September 2026 entry.
- Read the detailed advertisement and confirm you meet the Master’s degree, 55% marks and 30-year age conditions as on 27.09.2026.
- Click the Recruitment Portal link, register with your email address and log in.
- Fill in the online application with full particulars of your qualifications, experience and salary drawn, and add the names of two referees, preferably from the concerned industry, field or area.
- Upload your photograph, signature and supporting documents, check every entry once more, and submit the form on or before 27.09.2026.
Note: Incomplete applications in any respect will not be entertained, and applications from candidates who submit two or more applications for one position will be rejected. Candidates who applied against the earlier advertisement need to apply again.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Passport-size photograph | Scanned copy, in the pixel and KB size the recruitment portal asks for Resize your photo and signature → |
| Signature | Scanned copy, in the size the recruitment portal asks for |
| Master’s degree certificate and mark sheets | Proof of a Clinical / Counselling Psychology degree with at least 55% marks, from a UGC-recognised or AICTE-approved institution |
| Experience certificate | For your 1 to 2 years as a counsellor, if you have it — experience in an institute of repute or a university is preferred |
| Age proof | Class 10 certificate or birth certificate, to establish age as on 27.09.2026 |
| Government photo ID | Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID or Driving Licence |
| Category certificate | SC / ST / NC-OBC / PwD / Ex-Servicemen certificate, required to claim age relaxation |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | Required if you are already in government service — without it you will not be permitted to appear in the interview |
| Details of two referees | Names and contact details, preferably from the concerned industry, field or area |
The notification itself itemises only the NOC and the two referees. The rest of this list is general guidance based on what online government application forms normally ask for, so treat it as preparation rather than as a checklist printed in the advertisement.
Important Links
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Newspaper Advertisement (Image) | Click Here |
| Apply Online — IIM Bodh Gaya Recruitment Portal | Click Here |
| Official Website — IIM Bodh Gaya Careers | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Assuming an earlier application still counts — the notification says candidates who applied against the earlier advertisement need to apply again.
- Sending more than one application for the same position, which gets every one of them rejected.
- Leaving fields blank or skipping the two referee names, since incomplete applications in any respect will not be entertained.
- Applying with a Master’s degree below 55% marks, or from an institution that is not UGC-recognised or AICTE-approved.
- Being in government service and arranging the NOC late — without it you will not be permitted to appear in the interview.
- Waiting until 27.09.2026 to start, when the window is barely a week long and portal traffic peaks on the final day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the IIM Bodh Gaya Management Trainee cum Counsellor post?
You can submit the online application up to 27.09.2026, and the same date is the cut-off for age, qualification and experience.
How many posts are there in this IIM Bodh Gaya recruitment?
The notification gives no vacancy number — IIM Bodh Gaya will prepare a pool of suitable candidates who may be appointed as and when the requirement arises.
What qualification do I need for this post?
You need a Master’s degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology from a reputed and recognised Institute or University, with at least 55% marks.
What is the age limit for IIM Bodh Gaya Counsellor Recruitment 2026?
The upper age limit is 30 years as on 27.09.2026, with relaxation for SC, ST, NC-OBC, PwD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per existing Central Government rules.
How much salary will the Management Trainee cum Counsellor get?
The consolidated pay is Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 35,000 a month depending on your qualification and experience, on a one-year contract that may be extended on the basis of performance.
Is there an application fee?
The notification does not mention any application fee, so check the fee screen on the recruitment portal when you fill the form.
How will candidates be selected?
Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Test and/or a Personal Interview, and the selection is made on the results of that stage.
I already applied against the earlier September advertisement — do I need to apply again?
Yes, the notification states plainly that candidates who applied against the earlier advertisement need to apply again.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
