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About SPNIWCD (Formerly NIPCCD)

SPNIWCD operates through multiple regional centres across India, making its services and programs accessible to a wider population. These centres include:

• Guwahati
• Bangalore
• Indore
• Mohali
• Lucknow

Each regional centre plays an important role in delivering training programs, research initiatives, and capacity-building activities tailored to local needs.

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Services Offered by SPNIWCD

SPNIWCD provides a wide range of services focused on strengthening the field of women and child development, such as:

• Training and Capacity Building for professionals, counsellors, and field workers
• Research and Documentation in child development and women’s issues
• Counselling and Guidance Programs
• Policy Support and Advocacy
• Workshops, Seminars, and Awareness Programs

About the ADCGC Programme

• Offered by SPNIWCD, Regional Centre Mohali under the Ministry of Women & Child Development, Government of India
• Conducted in collaboration with the Department of Psychology, Panjab University, Chandigarh
• Designed to provide a balance of theoretical learning and practical counselling training
• Course Structure: 10 months coursework + 2 months internship
• Medium of Instruction: English (for both coursework and fieldwork)
• Affiliation: Panjab University, Chandigarh

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About the Department of Psychology, Panjab University

Established in 1959, the Department of Psychology at Panjab University (PU), Chandigarh is a well-recognized centre for psychological education and research. The university itself is supported by both the Central and State Governments.

The department has a strong academic and research presence across multiple areas of psychology, including:

• Clinical Psychology
• Counselling Psychology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Organizational Psychology
• Sports and Health Psychology
• Positive Psychology
• Media and Mental Training

Along with academic excellence, the department actively contributes to society through various initiatives such as:

• Youth development programs
• Police and organizational training
• Cognitive and mental training workshops
• Social welfare initiatives
• Behavioural studies, including work with prison populations

It attracts talented students from across India and abroad for its Master’s, Post-Master’s Diploma, and Ph.D. programs. The department is also equipped with modern facilities like a library, counselling centre, seminar rooms, research spaces, and psychology laboratories.

• Programme Details

  • Duration: 1 Year (Annual System)
  • Total Seats: 25
  • Course fee Amount: Rs 90,000/-

  Eligibility Criteria

  To apply for the ADCGC programme, candidates must meet the following requirements:

  • A Master’s degree in Psychology or Mental Health (regular mode) from a recognized university
  • Minimum 55% marks (relaxation to 50% for SC/ST/BC/PwD candidates)
  • Must have studied English (Core/Elective/Functional) at 10+2 level or above

  For eligibility calculation, the percentage will be based on the aggregate marks of all Psychology/Mental Health papers, if not specified separately by the university.

  Admission Criteria

  Admission to the ADCGC programme will be based on a two-stage selection process:

  1. Selection Process
     Candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in the Written Entrance Test followed by a Personal Interview. Final selection will depend on overall merit.
  2. Eligibility for Interview
     • Applicants must secure at least 50% marks in the written test to qualify for the Personal Interview.
     • A 5% relaxation is provided for SC/ST/BC/PwD candidates, making them eligible with 45% marks.
  3. Medical Fitness Requirement
     Selected candidates must submit a medical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner at the time of admission.
• Important Dates for ADCGC Admission (2026–27)

  Event	Date & Time
  Last Date to Submit Application Form	April 30, 2026 (Thursday) – Before 5:00 PM
  Written Entrance Exam	May 10, 2026 (Sunday)
  Declaration of Written Test Result	May 11, 2026 (Monday)
  Personal Interview	May 12, 2026 (Tuesday)
  Tentative Final Merit List Announcement	May 14, 2026 (Thursday)
  Last Date for Fee Submission (₹90,000)	June 01, 2026 (Monday) – Before 5:00 PM
  Course Commencement	July 1, 2026 (Wednesday)

• Entrance Exam Details

  Written Entrance Examination (Weightage: 60%)

  The selection process begins with a written test conducted in offline mode at SPNIWCD Regional Centre, Mohali.

  • Duration: 1.5 hours
  • Format: 60 MCQs (1 mark each)
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer

  Syllabus includes:

  • Psychology
  • Statistics & Research Methodology

  Important Instructions:

  • No separate admit card will be issued
  • Candidates must carry their fee receipt and valid ID proof (Aadhar/Voter ID/PAN)
  • All updates (eligible list, results, etc.) will be published on the SPNIWCD and Panjab University websites, and shortlisted candidates will also be informed via email

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  Personal Interview (PI)(Weightage: 40%)

  Candidates are shortlisted for the interview based on their performance in the written test. The top 60 candidates are invited for the Personal Interview.

  Assessment is based on:

  • Academic performance in Master’s (Psychology/Mental Health)
  • Qualifications like UGC-NET or Ph.D. (if applicable)
  • Communication and presentation skills
  • Relevant work experience in counselling/mental health

  Documents Required:
  Candidates must carry original documents along with photocopies, including:

  • Aadhar Card
  • Academic certificates (from Matriculation to Postgraduate and above)
  • Migration and registration certificates
  • Experience certificate (if applicable)
  • Reservation certificate (issued within the last 6 months, if applicable)

  Note: Preference may be given to candidates who have studied at the Department of Psychology, Panjab University (Master’s/Post M.A. Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy).

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Withdrawal Policy

• Candidates can withdraw their admission within 15 days of taking admission by submitting a written request to the institute. In such cases, the fee will be refunded after a 10% deduction.
• If a candidate withdraws after the course begins (July 1, 2026) or during the programme, they will be required to pay an additional ₹60,000 as withdrawal charges.

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