After completing a master's abroad, can one return to India and start counseling sessions or open a practice?

Yes, you can return to India after completing a master's degree abroad and start counseling sessions or open a practice.

- Counseling roles: If your master's is in counseling psychology from a recognized foreign institution, you can practice as a counselor in India. An M.Phil. or RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India) license is not mandatory for most counseling positions, such as in schools, colleges, NGOs, or private practice.
- Clinical psychology: To practice as a clinical psychologist, you must have an M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology from an RCI-recognized institution and obtain RCI registration. This is a strict requirement for clinical roles.
- Requirements may vary by state or employer and are subject to change.