IISc Clinical Psychologist 2026: 3 Contract Posts, Apply by 29 October
Indian Institute of Science · Karnataka · Recruitment
Listing source: iisc.ac.in
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| Recruitment Board | Indian Institute of Science |
|---|---|
| Post / Exam Name | IISc Clinical Psychologist 2026: 3 Contract Posts, Apply by 29 October |
| Notification Type | Recruitment |
| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Qualification | M.Phil/M.Sc/Psy.D in Clinical Psychology AND minimum two years post-experience in counselling and support. RCI registration is mandatory for candidates possessing M.Phil Clinical Psychology. Maximum age 52 years on last date of receipt of application; applicable GoI relaxation applies. |
| Pay Scale | ₹47,000 per month plus HRA. Initial one-year contract, renewable annually up to 5 years subject to performance and institutional needs. Annual increments are conditional. |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Application Start | 2026-10-08 |
| Last Date | 2026-10-29 |
| How to Apply | Submit the online application with age, category, qualification, marks and experience evidence by 29 October 2026. No hard copy application is accepted. Shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview; IISc emails the date, time and mode. Keep the online application printout and provide an active email address. |
| Listing Source | iisc.ac.in |
| Apply / Application Form | Open official application link or form |
| Notification PDF | Download official PDF |
Overview
About this notification
Indian Institute of Science is accepting applications for IISc Clinical Psychologist 2026 in Karnataka. Three Clinical Psychologist positions at the Wellness Centre are distributed UR 2 and OBC 1. Responsibilities include assessment, treatment planning, individual/group/family therapy, student and staff support, crisis intervention and on-call emergency coverage. Shift work may be required. Clinical psychology credentials and counselling experience are essential; a general psychology degree does not establish this advertised eligibility. Eligibility: M.Phil/M.Sc/Psy.D in Clinical Psychology with at least 2 years counselling/support experience. RCI registration is expressly mandatory for applicants holding M.Phil Clinical Psychology. Maximum age 52 as on the application deadline, with eligible government-rule relaxation. Adolescent-case experience is desirable. Pay or training stipend: ₹47,000 per month plus HRA. Initial one-year contract, renewable annually up to 5 years subject to performance and institutional needs. Annual increments are conditional. Application and selection: Submit the online application with age, category, qualification, marks and experience evidence by 29 October 2026. No hard copy application is accepted. Shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview; IISc emails the date, time and mode. Keep the online application printout and provide an active email address. Applicants should read the linked official notification and retain the completed application or registration reference. Keep original qualification, age, category and experience evidence ready where required. Check the recruiting institution’s own notices for changes to the selection schedule before submitting documents or travelling.
Eligibility and process
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Eligibility
M.Phil/M.Sc/Psy.D in Clinical Psychology with at least 2 years counselling/support experience. RCI registration is expressly mandatory for applicants holding M.Phil Clinical Psychology. Maximum age 52 as on the application deadline, with eligible government-rule relaxation. Adolescent-case experience is desirable.
