Family Court Prayagraj Counsellor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply for 3 Posts

Family Court Prayagraj Counsellor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply for 3 Posts

Family Court Prayagraj Recruitment 2026: Office of the Principal Judge, Family Court, Prayagraj, has released a notification dated 16 September 2026, in compliance with the Allahabad High Court’s letter No. 7659/S.F.C.M Cell/Lucknow dated 14.09.2026, inviting applications for the engagement of Counsellors (Paramarshdata) on a contract basis. A total of 3 vacancies are available. Applications must reach the Principal Judge’s office by 30 September 2026.

Family Court Prayagraj Recruitment 2026 Overview

Eligibility Criteria

• Essential Qualification: Graduate degree in Sociology or Psychology, with experience in social service.
• Preferred Qualification: Candidates holding a Master’s degree in Social Work with 2 years of experience in family counselling will be given preference.
• Age Limit: Between 35 and 65 years at the time of the advertisement.

Terms of Engagement

• The Counsellor’s initial tenure will be 3 years; on the recommendation of the Hon’ble High Court, the term may be reconsidered for a further 3 years.
• Engagement as Counsellor will not be treated as appointment to Government service; Counsellors remain attached to the Court on a contract basis.
• Honorarium: As per Government order, Rs 1,000 per working day, or Rs 24,000 per month, whichever is lower.

How to Apply for Family Court Prayagraj Recruitment 2026

1. Download the application format from the official website of the District Court, Prayagraj: prayagraj.dcourts.gov.in.
2. Fill in the application completely and attach self-attested photocopies of educational and experience certificates.
3. Submit the completed application to the Office of the Principal Judge, Family Court, Prayagraj, by Registered Post or in person, on or before 30 September 2026.

Why This Recruitment Matters

Under the Family Courts Act, Counsellors play a crucial mediatory role in resolving matrimonial and family disputes before they proceed to formal litigation, and this recruitment strengthens the counselling capacity at Family Court, Prayagraj, one of Uttar Pradesh’s key judicial centres, ahead of anticipated caseloads.

The Role of a Family Court Counsellor

Family Court Counsellors act as neutral mediators, meeting with disputing spouses or family members before contested cases proceed to full litigation, helping many couples reach amicable settlements on matters like maintenance, custody, and reconciliation. Candidates with a background in Sociology, Psychology, or Social Work bring the interpersonal and case-assessment skills needed to support the Family Court’s mandate of resolving disputes with sensitivity rather than pure adversarial litigation.

About Family Court, Prayagraj

Family Court, Prayagraj functions under the administrative supervision of the Allahabad High Court, adjudicating matrimonial and family disputes including divorce, maintenance, and child custody matters, with Counsellors playing a supporting mediatory role in the resolution process.

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• Notification PDF: Download Official Notification
• Official Website: prayagraj.dcourts.gov.in
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Family Court Prayagraj Recruitment 2026 FAQs

Q1. How many Counsellor posts are available?

3 posts at Family Court, Prayagraj.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?

30 September 2026.

Q3. What is the essential qualification?

A Graduate degree in Sociology or Psychology, with experience in social service.

Q4. What is the age limit?

Between 35 and 65 years at the time of the advertisement.

Q5. What is the honorarium for this post?

Rs 1,000 per working day, or Rs 24,000 per month, whichever is lower.

Q6. Is this a regular government job?

No, it is a contractual engagement attached to the Court and is not treated as appointment to Government service.

Q7. What is the tenure of this engagement?

3 years initially, renewable for a further 3 years on the recommendation of the Hon’ble High Court.

Q8. Who issues this recruitment notification?

Office of the Principal Judge, Family Court, Prayagraj.