AP Prisons Full-Time Social Counsellor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

Prisons Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh; Tenali; On-site; INR 305,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Andhra Pradesh, Prisons Department, invites male candidates for a Full-Time Social Counsellor at Central Prison, Nellore, on a one-year contract with a consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs.30,000. Applications by post or in person close on 31 October 2026.

Preference will be given to local candidates. Eligible applicants should hold a Master’s Degree in Psychology and a PG Diploma in Counselling, with at least three years of counselling experience and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Psychology
• PG Diploma in Counselling
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in counselling
• Ability to work on computers and proficiency in using MS Office packages

Skills

Counselling

MS Office

Computer skills

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology

PG Diploma in Counselling

Tools

MS Office

Job description

COMPANY NAME Prisons Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh

POST NAME Full-Time Social Counsellor

QUALIFICATION Post Graduate, Diploma, M.A, M.Sc, MS/MD, PG Diploma

The Government of Andhra Pradesh, Prisons Department (Jailla Shakha), has invited applications from male candidates for one (01) post of Full-Time Social Counsellor at Central Prison, Nellore. The engagement is on contract basis for one year, with a consolidated remuneration of Rs.30,000/- per month. Applications in the prescribed Bio-data form go by post or in person to the Deputy Inspector General of Prisons, Guntur Range, Mangalagiri. Applications must reach the office on or before 31 October 2026. Applications received after that date will not be considered.

AP Prisons Full-Time Social Counsellor at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Government of Andhra Pradesh, Prisons Department

Post(s) Full-Time Social Counsellor

Vacancies 01 (male candidates only)

Pay Rs.30,000/- per month (consolidated remuneration)

Qualification Master's Degree in Psychology, PG Diploma in Counselling and a minimum of 3 years of experience in counselling

Job Location Central Prison, Nellore

Apply By Post or in person

Last Date 31-10-2026 (application must be received by this date)

The official notification does not specify the age limit, the application fee or the selection process.

About AP Prisons Full-Time Social Counsellor

The Deputy Inspector General of Prisons, Guntur Range, Mangalagiri, issued this notification on 12 October 2026. It is based on G.O.Rt.No.676, Home (Prisons & Fire) Department, dated 27 May 2026. The Director General of Prisons and Correctional Services, Andhra Pradesh, Mangalagiri, communicated that order through Memo No.Estt.5/220/2015, dated 14 August 2026. The counsellor will be engaged at Central Prison, Nellore.

Where and How to Send

Candidates must submit their application in the prescribed Bio-data form. The form must contain complete details and must be sent with the necessary attested documents. Applications can be submitted either by post or in person to this address:

The Deputy Inspector General of Prisons, Guntur Range, D.No. 11-565/102, Tiruveedula Enclave, Near Kondapaneni Township, Chellapalli Junction, NH16 Service Road, Tenali Flyover Junction, Mangalagiri, Guntur District – AP – 522503

The application must reach this office on or before 31 October 2026. The notice does not mention the wording to write on the envelope or a particular postal service. It also does not say where the Bio-data form can be obtained.

For further information or clarification, candidates may call mobile number 80082 29604 or contact the office. Further information is also available on the official website, prisons.ap.gov.in.

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There is one post of Full-Time Social Counsellor at Central Prison, Nellore. Only male candidates are invited to apply.

Educational Qualification and Experience

• Master's Degree in Psychology
• PG Diploma in Counselling
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in counselling
• Ability to work on computers and proficiency in using MS Office packages

Counselling Skills

• Positive regard / respect for the client
• Empathic and caring
• Self aware and culturally sensitive
• Good listener and maintain confidentiality
• Clear in communication
• Non-Judgmental and accepting attitude
• Ethics

Pay and Terms of Engagement

• The selected candidate will be paid a consolidated remuneration of Rs.30,000/- (Rupees Thirty Thousand only) per month.
• The engagement is purely on contract basis for a period of one year.
• The engagement is subject to the terms and conditions prescribed by the competent authority.
• Preference will be given to local candidates.

The age limit is not specified in the notice. Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of the post.

Enclosures

• Application in the prescribed Bio-data form, with complete details
• Necessary attested documents

Date

Notification Date 12-10-2026

Last Date to Apply (receipt, by post or in person) 31-10-2026

• Applications received after 31 October 2026 will not be considered.
• The Recruitment Chairman-cum-Inspector General of Prisons, Andhra Pradesh, Mangalagiri, is the competent authority for the recruitment process.
• The competent authority has the power to cancel or modify the notification.

AP Prisons Social Counsellor Notification PDF Official notification dated 12-10-2026 (Telugu and English)

AP Prisons Full-Time Social Counsellor Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are there in AP Prisons Recruitment 2026?

There is one (01) post of Full-Time Social Counsellor, at Central Prison, Nellore.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for the AP Prisons Social Counsellor post?

Applications must reach the Deputy Inspector General of Prisons, Guntur Range, Mangalagiri, on or before 31 October 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

Q3. What qualification is required for the Full-Time Social Counsellor post?

Candidates need a Master's Degree in Psychology and a PG Diploma in Counselling. They also need a minimum of 3 years of experience in counselling, plus the ability to work on computers and proficiency in MS Office packages.

Q4. What is the salary of the AP Prisons Social Counsellor?

The selected candidate will get a consolidated remuneration of Rs.30,000/- per month.

Q5. How do I apply for the AP Prisons Full-Time Social Counsellor post?

Fill in the prescribed Bio-data form with complete details and attach the necessary attested documents. Submit it by post or in person to the Deputy Inspector General of Prisms, Guntur Range, Mangalagiri, so that it reaches the office by 31 October 2026.

Q6. Is the AP Prisons Social Counsellor post permanent?

No. The engagement is purely on contract basis for a period of one year.

Q7. Can women apply for the AP Prisons Social Counsellor post?

No. The notification invites applications from male candidates only.

Q8. Do local candidates get preference?

Yes. The notification states that preference will be given to local candidates.

Q9. Whom can I contact for details about this recruitment?

Candidates may call mobile number 80082 29604 or contact the office of the Deputy Inspector General of Prisons, Guntur Range, Mangalagiri. Further information is also available on prisons.ap.gov.in.