The Office of the Principal Judge, Family Court, Kapurthala (Punjab) has released the official recruitment notification for the post of Counsellor. Candidates aged 35 years or above holding a Graduate Degree in Social Science, Sociology, Psychology, Clinical Psychiatry, or Law with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in family and women/child welfare can submit their offline application on or before 14 September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
Important Dates
| Endorsement Date | 27 August 2026 |
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| Notification Published Date | 31 August 2026 |
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| Offline Application Start | Active Now |
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| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 14 September 2026 (5:00 PM) |
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| Interview Date | To be Notified Soon |
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Application Fee
- No Application Fee (Nil for All Categories)
Age Limit
| Minimum Age Limit | 35 Years |
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| Age Relaxation | Extra as per Punjab District Court / Family Court Rules. |
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Remuneration / Honorarium
- Honorarium / Remuneration as per Punjab Government and High Court of Punjab & Haryana guidelines for Family Court Counsellors.
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Graduate Degree from a recognized University, preferably with Social Science / Sociology, Psychology, Clinical Psychiatry as one of the subjects, OR a Degree in Law (LL.B.). |
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| Experience | Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in the field of social work, family welfare, or associated with field work, research, or teaching in Government Departments, colleges, or universities in the areas of family welfare or problems of women and children. |
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| Proficiency in Punjabi language at least up to Matriculation standard. |
Family Court Kapurthala 2026: Vacancy Details
| Post Designation | Minimum Qualification | Minimum Experience | Minimum Age |
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| Counsellor (Family Court) | Degree in Social Science / Sociology / Psychology / Law | 2 Years in Family/Child Welfare | 35 Years |
How to Apply Offline for Family Court Kapurthala Counsellor 2026
- Visit the official district courts website: kapurthala.dcourts.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “Recruitment” section on the homepage.
- Download the official recruitment advertisement and prescribed proforma application format for the post of Counsellor.
- Fill in all entries in the printed application form neatly with personal details, educational qualifications, experience, and contact numbers.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of: Proof of Date of Birth (10th/Matriculation Certificate showing Punjabi pass). Graduation / Law Degree and Marksheets. Minimum 2 years Experience Certificate in family/women/child social welfare. Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID). Two recent passport-size colour photographs.
- Place the completed form and documents in an envelope superscribed with “Application for the Post of Counsellor in Family Court, Kapurthala”.
- Submit the application in person or send via Speed Post / Registered Post addressed to:The Office of the Principal Judge, Family Court, District Court Complex, Kapurthala, Punjab.
- Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 14 September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
