Overview
The State Health & Family Welfare Society (SHFWS), Tripura has announced recruitment for 13 vacancies across Counsellor and Clinical Psychologist/Psychiatric Social Worker/Psychiatric Nurse positions. Eligible candidates will be required to submit their applications in offline mode within the deadline specified in the detailed recruitment notification.
Applicants should review the post-wise qualification, experience, age and document requirements before submitting the prescribed application form. Applications that are incomplete or received after the closing date may be rejected.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | State Health & Family Welfare Society (SHFWS), Tripura |
| Post Name | Counsellor; Clinical Psychologist/Psychiatric Social Worker/Psychiatric Nurse |
| Total Vacancies | 13 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | tripuranrhm.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
The exact application schedule will be available in the official advertisement. Candidates should not wait until the final day to dispatch or submit the offline form, particularly if applications are being sent through post.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
The required qualification will vary according to the post applied for. Applicants should possess the relevant educational and professional credentials from a recognised university, institution or statutory body.
- Counsellor: A graduate or postgraduate qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Counselling or another relevant behavioural science discipline may be required, subject to the post-wise conditions.
- Clinical Psychologist: Candidates should hold the prescribed postgraduate or professional qualification in Clinical Psychology. Registration or recognition from the appropriate regulatory authority may also be necessary.
- Psychiatric Social Worker: A postgraduate or specialised qualification in Psychiatric Social Work, Medical and Psychiatric Social Work or a related discipline may be required.
- Psychiatric Nurse: Applicants should possess a recognised nursing qualification along with the psychiatric nursing specialisation or experience specified in the notification. Valid nursing council registration may be mandatory.
- Candidates must also meet any post-specific experience, registration and skill requirements mentioned in the detailed advertisement.
- Applicants should ensure that their qualifying result and required registration were obtained on or before the prescribed eligibility cut-off date.
Age Limit
- The minimum and maximum age limits are to be announced in the detailed notification.
- Age will be calculated with reference to the cut-off date specified by SHFWS Tripura.
- Relaxation for Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, persons with disabilities and other eligible categories will apply only as permitted under Tripura government recruitment rules.
- Documentary proof must be submitted by candidates seeking age relaxation.
Fees
- The application fee, if any, has not been specified in the available recruitment details.
- Candidates should check the official notification for category-wise fee information and the permitted payment method.
- Applicants should not make payments to unofficial accounts or individuals.
Selection Process
The final selection procedure will be confirmed through the official recruitment notice. SHFWS Tripura may use the following stages depending on the number of eligible applications:
- Application screening and shortlisting based on educational qualifications, professional registration and relevant experience.
- Written test, skill assessment and/or personal interview, if prescribed for the concerned post.
- Document verification and final merit list, followed by appointment subject to fulfilment of all eligibility conditions.
Candidates called for an interview or assessment must carry original certificates. Merely meeting the minimum eligibility requirements will not guarantee selection or an interview call.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Tripura National Health Mission website at tripuranrhm.gov.in and open the recruitment or career section.
- Locate the SHFWS Tripura Recruitment 2026 notification for Counsellor and Clinical Psychologist/Psychiatric Social Worker/Psychiatric Nurse posts.
- Download the detailed advertisement and prescribed application form, and read all instructions carefully.
- Enter personal, educational, professional registration and employment details accurately in the application form.
- Attach self-attested copies of the required documents, including proof of date of birth, educational certificates, mark sheets, experience certificates, registration certificate, category certificate and recent photographs.
- Place the completed form and enclosures in an envelope. Write the post name and any other required particulars on the envelope as directed in the notification.
- Send or submit the application to the designated SHFWS Tripura office address before the closing date. The exact address and accepted delivery method must be checked in the official PDF.
- Retain a copy of the completed form, enclosures and postal or submission receipt for future reference.
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FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available under SHFWS Tripura Recruitment 2026?
A total of 13 vacancies have been announced across Counsellor and mental health professional positions.
2. Is the application process online or offline?
Applications must be submitted in offline mode using the prescribed form and the submission instructions provided in the notification.
3. What is the last date to apply?
The closing date is TBA. Candidates should monitor the official website for the detailed schedule and submit their form within the notified period.
