NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL

HEALTH AND NEUROSCIENCES

NIMHANS
Institute of National Importance, Bengaluru, INDIA

PROSPECTUS 2025-26
POST GRADUATE COURSE ADMISSION
JULY SESSION

NIMHANS Hospital is NABH Accredited

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Index Number
1 Message from the Director 1
2 Brief History of NIMHANS 2
3 Vision & Mission of NIMHANS 3
4 Institute Administration & Calendar of Activities 4
5 Entrance Examination 4
6 Abbreviations 5
7 General Guidelines for Admission to PhD Courses 7
PhD Course Work Co-ordinators 9
8.1 PhD in Biophysics 9
8.2 PhD in Biostatistics 9
8.3 PhD in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 10
8.4 PhD in Clinical Neurosciences (Funded by ICMR) 10
8.5 PhD in Clinical Psychology 11
8.6 PhD in Clinical Psychopharmacology & Neurotoxicology 11
PhD in Epidemiology 11
8.7
PhD in Public Health 12
8.8 PhD in Human Genetics 12
8.9 PhD in Integrative Medicine 12
8.10 PhD in Mental Health Education 13
8.11 PhD in Neuroanaesthesia & Neurocritical Care 13
8.12 PhD in Neurochemistry 13
8.13 PhD in Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology 13
8.14 PhD in Neurology 14
8.15 PhD in Neurological Rehabilitation 14
8.16 PhD in Neuromicrobiology 14
8.17 PhD in Neuropathology 15
8.18 PhD in Neurophysiology 15
8.19 PhD in Neurovirology 15
8.20 PhD in Nursing 16
8.21 PhD in Psychiatric Social Work 16
PhD in Psychiatry 16
8.22 PhD in History of Psychiatry 17
PhD in Mental Health Rehabilitation 17
8.23 PhD in Psychosocial Support in Disaster Management 17
8.24 PhD in Speech Pathology & Audiology 17
General Guidelines for Admission to Postdoctoral Fellowship Courses under
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Post MD Category
9.1 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry 19
9.2 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Diagnostic Neuroimaging 19
9.3 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Hospital Infection Control 20
9.4 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Integrative Mental Health and Neurosciences 20
9.5 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Integrative Psychiatry 21
9.6 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuroanaesthesia 21
9.7 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neurocritical Care 21
9.8 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuroinfections 22
9.9 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neurological Rehabilitation 222
 9.10 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuropathology 22
9.11 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Transfusion Medicine 23
10 Postdoctoral Fellowship Courses in Psychiatry with Common Entrance Test 24
10.1 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Acute Care & Emergency Psychiatry 24
10.2 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Addiction Medicine 24
10.3 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Neuro Sciences & Therapeutics in 24
Schizophrenia
10.4 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Community Mental Health 25
10.5 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Consultation Liaison Psychiatry 25
10.6 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry 25
10.7 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Geriatric Psychiatry 26
10.8 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Molecular Psychiatry 26
10.9 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuropsychiatry 27
10.10 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation of Psychiatric 27
Disorders
10.11 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder & related disorders 28
10.12 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Psychiatric Rehabilitation 28
10.13 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Women’s Mental Health 29
10.14 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Tele-Psychiatry 29
11 General Guidelines for admission to Postdoctoral Fellowship Courses under 29
Post DM Category
11.1 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Functional Neuroimaging 30
12 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neurology Courses with Common Entrance Test 31
12.1 Postdoctoral Fellowship in CNS Demyelinating Disorders 31
12.2 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cognitive Neurosciences 31
12.3 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Epilepsy 32
12.4 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Movement Disorders 33
12.5 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuromuscular Disorder 33
12.6 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuropathy 34
12.7 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Paediatric Neurology 34
12.8 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Stroke 35
13 General Guidelines for Admission to MD in Ayurveda Course 35
13.1 MD in Ayurveda Manovigyan Evam Manasa Roga (MD Ayu) 36
14 General Guidelines for Admission to M.Phil. Courses 37
14.1 M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology 37
14.2 M.Phil. in Psychiatric Social Work 38
15 General Guidelines for Admission to Fellowship Courses 39
15.1 Fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology 40
15.2 Fellowship in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy 40
15.3 Fellowship in Geriatric Mental Health Care 40
15.4 Fellowship in Geriatric Mental Health Nursing 41
15.5 Fellowship in Mental Health Education 41
15.6 Fellowship in Psychiatric Rehabilitation 42
15.7 Fellowship in Psychosocial Care for Elderly 42
15.8 Fellowship in Psychosocial Support in Disaster Management 43
15.9 Fellowship in Community Mental Health Nursing 43
16 General Guidelines for Admission to Master of Public Health Course 443
 16.1 Master of Public Health 44
17 General Guidelines for Admission to M.Sc. Courses 45
17.1 M.Sc. in Biostatistics 46
17.2 M.Sc. in Medical Imaging Technology 46
17.3 M.Sc. in Psychiatric Nursing 47
17.4 M.Sc. in Neuroscience Nursing 47
17.5 M.Sc. in Yoga Therapy (Mental Health & Neurosciences) 48
17.6 M.Sc. in Neurosciences 49
18 General Guidelines for Admission to Postgraduate Diploma Course 49
18.1 Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Biochemistry 50
Admissions through Institute of National Importance (INI) Common 51
Entrance Test (INICET) for MD in Psychiatry, DM in Neurology (Post MBBS
Category) and M.Ch. in Neurosurgery (Post MBBS Category) courses
19 General Guidelines for Admission to MD Courses 51
19.1 MD in Psychiatry 52
19.2 MD in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 52
General Guidelines for Admission to DM Neurology course post MBBS 53
Category
19.3 DM in Neurology 54
General Guidelines for Admission to M.Ch. course post MBBS Category 54
19.4 M.Ch. in Neurosurgery 55
Admissions through Institute of National Importance (INI) Super Specialty 55
Entrance Test (INI-SSET) for DM (Post MD/DNB) & M.Ch (Post MS / DNB)
20 General Guidelines for Admission to DM Courses 56
20.1 DM in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry 56
20.2 DM in Neuroanaesthesia & Neurocritical Care 57
20.3 DM in Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology 57
20.4 DM in Neurology 58
20.5 DM in Neuropathology 59
20.6 DM in Geriatric Psychiatry 59
20.7 DM in Addiction Psychiatry 60
20.8 DM in Forensic Psychiatry 60
21 General Guidelines for Admission to M.Ch. Course under post MS / DNB 61
category
21.1 M.Ch. in Neurosurgery 61
22 Categories of Applicants 62
23 Classification Based on Nationality 62
24 Indian Nationals 62
25 Foreign Nationals 64
26 Classification Based on nature of Fellowship / Stipend 64
27 Institute Stipendiary Category 64
28 Non-Institute Stipendiary 65
29 Seat Matrix 67
30 Age Limit 68
31 Eligibility Criteria 68
32 Online Application Submission Procedure 69
33 Enclosures to be Uploaded in Online Application Form 69
34 Conduct of Entrance Test 71
35 Pattern of Entrance Test 714
 Announcement of Results and Pre-admission Formalities for all courses 72
36 other than PhD
37 Announcement of Results and Pre-admission Formalities for PhD courses 73
38 Admission/Joining and Commencement of the Course 73
39 Course joining and discontinuation 74
40 Additional Information 75
41 Fees 77
42 Events Observed at NIMHANS 78
43 Student Programs 79
44 Annexure
44.1 Declaration Certificate Format 80
44.2 Sponsorship/Deputation Certificate Format 81
44.3 Other Backward Classes (OBC) Certificate Format 82
44.4 Medical Certificate 83
44.5 Guidelines for Applicant with Scribe & Guidelines for Scribe 84
44.5 DECLARATION FORM (for scribe) – ANNEXURE A 85
44.6 Proforma letter to be submitted by candidates applying for Ph.D. through 86
various funded by research projects at NIMHANS

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Message from the Director

It gives me great pleasure to share the NIMHANS PG prospectus for the academic year 2025-26, July
Session.

NIMHANS is a unique centre which combines the highest standards of clinical care, training and
research and the Institute attracts trainees from different regions. Training from NIMHANS is something
many aspire for and they continue to cherish the basic foundations they have received here throughout
their lives, wherever they may be working. NIMHANS provides a robust academic platform and clinical
exposure which fosters an ambient environment of learning. The Institute has 28 departments with
dedicated faculty and skilled professionals in basic, behavioural and neurosciences. Currently, there are
1391 students enrolled in different courses which includes 327 PhD scholars. Apart from providing
quality care for the patients, human resource development in the areas of mental health and neurosciences
has been a major focus of the Institute. NIMHANS has been rated among the top five medical institutes in
the country in NIRF rankings for the fourth consecutive year (2020 to 2024).

NIMHANS is a leading postgraduate centre of excellence, offering 102 specialised courses. At the
Institute, research occurs in a seamless manner, from the bench to the bedside and from the bedside to the
community. During the year 2024-25, several external research projects were undertaken and about 972
scientific/research articles published in reputed international and national journals by the faculty,
students and project staff of the Institute.

The training provided at NIMHANS is exemplary. NIMHANS has a well-established track record of
excellence in the education and training of skilled professionals bound for vibrant careers in mental health
and neurosciences. Students who graduate from NIMHANS can carry their degree to any part of the
world with confidence and pride.

The prospectus contains comprehensive information about NIMHANS and the academic programs
offered at the Institute. Please read the prospectus carefully before applying for the courses of your
interest. Visit the NIMHANS website and contact us if you need further clarifications.

I wish you all the best and look forward to welcoming you to an enriching academic journey at
NIMHANS.

Dr. Pratima Murthy

Director

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Brief History of NIMHANS

The Government of India established the All India Institute of Mental Health in 1954 in association
with the then existing Mental Hospital of the Government of Karnataka. Major objective of the Institute was
to generate human resource in the field of mental health and neurosciences. The Government of India chose
the Mental Hospital, Bangalore, as the centre for training, which had built up certain traditions since 1936 in
matters related to undergraduate training in the field of Psychiatry. The Institute was then affiliated to the
University of Mysore for all courses. Subsequently, the Institute became affiliated to the Bangalore
University in 1964. The Bangalore University established a separate faculty of Mental Health and
Neurosciences.

The All India Institute of Mental Health and the Mental Hospital of the Government of Karnataka were
amalgamated into an autonomous institute and thus the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro
Sciences (NIMHANS) came into existence in 1974.

NIMHANS was conferred ‘Deemed to be University’ status by UGC in 1994 and NIMHANS became an
autonomous and independent university.

NIMHANS was declared as an Institute of National Importance by an Act of Parliament vide

Government of India Gazette Notification dated 14.9.2012. Notwithstanding anything contained in the
Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, the Rehabilitation Council of India Act, 1992, the Indian Nursing Council
Act, 1947, and the University Grants Commission Act, 1956, the medical degrees, diplomas, nursing
degrees and certificates granted by the Institute under this Act shall be recognized medical qualifications
for the purposes of the Acts aforesaid and shall be deemed to be included in the Schedule to the respective
Acts.

Spread across 135 verdant acres in the heart of the garden city, NIMHANS offers the latest medical
advances in an environment that promotes mental health and enhances a sense of wellness. The state-of-
the-art facilities bolstered by highly skilled professionals –who are dedicated to providing patients with
compassionate and comprehensive care– make NIMHANS a centre of excellence and specialized expertise.

The unique feature of this Institute is its multidisciplinary approach to patient care, training as well as
research in the areas of mental health and neurosciences. The human resource development programs at
NIMHANS reflect the extent to which the institute has succeeded in fusing and nurturing behavioral,
neuro, biological and ancient health sciences/systems under one roof.

NIMHANS celebrated the Platinum Jubilee (70 years) of All India Institute of Mental Health (AIIMH)
and Golden Jubilee (50 years) of National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS).

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Vision of NIMHANS

To be a world leader in the area of Mental Health and Neurosciences and evolve state-of-the-art
approaches to patient care through translational research.

Mission

1. To establish the highest standards of evidence-based care for psychiatric and neurological disorders
and rehabilitation.

2. Develop expertise and set standards of care for diseases of public health relevance in the developing
world

3. Work with the government and provide consultancy services for policy planning and monitoring
strategies in the field of Mental Health and Neurosciences and facilitate execution of national health
programs.

4. Human resource capacity building by training in diverse fields related to Mental Health and
Neurosciences.

5. Develop and strengthen inter-disciplinary, inter-institutional and international collaboration with

universities and research institutes across the globe to foster scientific research, training in advanced
technology and exchange of ideas in the areas of Mental Health and Neurosciences.

6. Strive to enhance equitable accessibility of primary care in Mental Health and Neurological Disorders
to all sections of society and ages including the vulnerable population.

7. Evolve and monitor the strategies for disaster management and psycho-social rehabilitation in different
cultural and ethnic groups.

8. Promote Mental Health literacy and eliminate the stigma attached to the Mental and Neurological
Illnesses by taking the measures and the delivery system to the centres of primary health care
honouring the human rights and dignity.

9. Integrate allopathic and oriental medicine into health care delivery and promote evidence-based
research.

10. Integrate physical and metaphysical aspects of Neuroscience research to promote yoga and its
application to positive mental health.

11. Participate in broad field of Neuroscience and Behavioural Research applicable to Human Ethics,
Organ Transplantation, Stem cell Research, Space Science, and Nuclear Science.

For more details about various activities of NIMHANS, please refer to the NIMHANS website
(www.nimhans.ac.in).

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Institute Administration
Name & Designation Telephone Number
Dr. Pratima Murthy, Director 080 - 26995001/26995002

Mr. Harsha A H, ICAS, Registrar 080 - 26995005/26995006

Dr. Prabha S Chandra, Dean (Behavioural Sciences) & Controller
080 - 26995004/26995272
of Examinations
Dr. Yasha T C, Dean (Neuro Sciences) & I/c Student Affairs 080-26995004 / 26995133
Dr. Sripad A Patil, Dean (Basic Sciences) & Chairperson, Anti-
080 - 26995164
Ragging Committee
Dr. Y C Janardhan Reddy, Associate Dean (Behavioural Sciences)
080 - 26995278
& I/c Research Cell
Dr. A Nalini, Associate Dean (Neuro Sciences) 080 - 26995419

Dr. K Thennarasu, Associate Dean (Basic Sciences) 080 - 26995119

Shri. Murugan J, Administrative Officer (Academic & Evaluation
080 - 26995012
Section)

CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES

Entrance Examination*

Schedule* Dates

Date of Advertisement of Admission Notification 01.03.2025

Start Date and End Date for Submission of Online Application Forms 01.03.2025 to 31.03.2025
Date of Conduct of Entrance Test at NIMHANS, Bengaluru for all
3rd & 4th May, 2025
courses
Date of Announcement of qualified candidate list for Interview for
5th May, 2025
PhD Courses
Date of document verification and Interview for the qualified
6th & 7th May 2025
candidates for Ph.D. courses
Date of Announcement of Provisional selection list of candidates for
Ph.D. courses 16.05.2025
Date of Announcement of results for all other courses
Date of Admission – Medical Courses (except PDF)** 25.06.2025
Date of Admission – Non - Medical Courses (except Ph.D)** 26.06.2025
Date of Admission – PDF & Ph.D. Courses** 27.06.2025
Date of course commencement 01.07.2025

* The dates indicated above are tentative and subject to change; relevant details will be made available
on the NIMHANS website only.

** The candidate must have completed the qualifying degree, along with the final semester/year
result/provisional/confidential result on the date of admission, failing which the candidature will NOT be
considered for admission.

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ABBREVIATIONS
Abbreviation Expansion
AYUSH AYURVEDA, YOGA AND NATUROPATHY, UNANI, SIDDHA AND
HOMEOPATHY
B.Sc. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
B.Sc. MLT BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
B.Tech. BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY
BAMS BACHELOR OF AYURVEDIC MEDICINE AND SURGERY
BDS BACHELOR OF DENTAL SCIENCES
BE BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING
CAP CHILD & ADOLESCENT PSYCHIATRY
CCNT CERTIFICATE COURSE IN CLINICAL NEUROPHYSIOLOGY TECHNOLOGY
CCRAS CENTRAL COUNCIL FOR RESEARCH IN AYURVEDIC SCIENCES
CCRYN CENTRAL COUNCIL FOR RESEARCH IN YOGA & NATUROPATHY
CP CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
CPH CENTRE FOR PUBLIC HEALTH
CSIR COUNCIL OF SCIENTIFIC & INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH
DBT DEPARTMENT OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
DCNT DIPLOMA COURSE IN CLINICAL NEUROPHYSIOLOGY TECHNOLOGY
DM DOCTORATE OF MEDICINE
DMLT DIPLOMA IN MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
DNB DIPLOMATE OF NATIONAL BOARD
DNN POST-BASIC DIPLOMA IN NEUROSCIENCE NURSING
DPM DIPLOMA IN PSYCHIATRY
DPN POST-BASIC DIPLOMA IN PSYCHIATRIC/MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
DRDO DEFENCE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION
DST DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
ICMR INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH
INC INDIAN NURSING COUNCIL
JR JUNIOR RESIDENT
JRF JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW
M.Ch. MAGISTER CHIRURGIAE
M.Phil. MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY
M.Sc. MASTER OF SCIENCE
M.Stat.(ISI) MASTER OF STATISTICS (INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE)
M.Tech. MASTER OF TECHNOLOGY
MA MASTER OF ARTS
MBBS BACHELOR OF MEDICINE, BACHELOR OF SURGERY
MCI MEDICAL COUNCIL OF INDIA
MD DOCTOR OF MEDICINE
MLT MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
MOT MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
MPH MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH
MPT MASTER OF PHYSIOTHERAPY
MS MASTER OF SURGERY

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Abbreviation Expansion
MSW MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK
NABL NATIONAL ACCREDITATION BOARD FOR TESTING AND CALIBRATION
LABORATORIES
NACO NATIONAL AIDS CONTROL ORGANIZATION
NCI NURSING COUNCIL OF INDIA
NIIR NEUROIMAGING AND INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY
NMC NATIONAL MEDICAL COMMISSION
OCD OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER
PDF POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP
PhD DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
PSW PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORK
RCI REHABILITATION COUNCIL OF INDIA
SAARC SOUTH ASIAN ASSOCIATION FOR REGIONAL COOPERATION
SERB SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING RESEARCH BOARD
SR SENIOR RESIDENT
SRF SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW
TMC TRANSFUSION MEDICINE CENTRE
UGC UNIVERSITY GRANTS COMMISSION
AICTE ALL INDIA COUNCIL FOR TECHNICAL EDUCATION

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General Guidelines for Admission to PhD courses

Department of Biophysics
Department of Biostatistics
Department of Clinical Neuro Sciences
Department of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Department of Clinical Psychopharmacology and Neurotoxicology
Department of Clinical Psychology
Department of Epidemiology
Department of Human Genetics
Department of Mental Health Education
Department of Neuroanaesthesia & Neurocritical Care
Department of Neurochemistry
Department of Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology
Departments offering
PhD Program Department of Neurology
Department of Neurological Rehabilitation
Department of Neuromicrobiology
Department of Neuropathology
Department of Neurophysiology
Department of Neurovirology
Department of Nursing
Department of Psychiatric Social Work
Department of Psychiatry
Department of Speech Pathology & Audiology
Department of Integrative Medicine
Department of Psychosocial Support and Disaster Management
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services
Eligible
Qualifying degree as specified for the course concerned
qualification
a. Indian National Applicants who are/have:
i. An External fellowship from Government funding agencies like
UGC, CSIR, ICMR, DBT and AYUSH (specific references to courses
in Yoga and Ayurveda): JRF/SRF only Such applicants can activate
JRF/SRF only after joining respective PhD course at NIMHANS.
External ii. Permanent employees of NIMHANS, sponsored to pursue PhD
Fellowship iii. Permanent employees of the Government of India/State
General including Government Institutions/ Universities and Public Sector
eligibility sponsorship
Undertakings, sponsored/deputed to pursue PhD at NIMHANS.
category
iv. Funded by Research Projects at NIMHANS
b. Foreign National Applicants sponsored/deputed by
government organizations / recognized universities /national
scholarship holders from recognized organizations to pursue PhD at
NIMHANS.

Other Applicants should have qualified f r o m a recognized Institution/

requirements University

Course duration 3 to 5 years

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General Guidelines for Admission to PhD courses

Entrance Test (70%) + Interview (30%)
Mode of
Mere qualifying in the Entrance Test and Interview does not entitle admission to a PhD
selection Program. Selection is subject to availability of eligible guides and facilities in the
respective departments.
Qualifying percentage in UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS -50%
Entrance Test PwBD – 45%
40 years for Institute Stipendiary / External Fellowship Category / Funded
Age criteria (as on the day Research Projects at NIMHANS
of course commencement) 42 years for Sponsored / Deputed Candidates and Employees of the
Institute Category
I Year II Year III Year IV Year V Year

Emoluments Rs. 37,000 Rs. 37,000 Rs. 42,000 Rs. 42,000 Rs. 42,000
Institute Emoluments
(Except for per month per month per month per month per month
Stipendiary Contingency
PhD in Rs. 20,000 per annum
Clinical Grants
Neurosciences Applicants selected under ‘Sponsored / Deputed Category’ or ‘External
courses) Fellowship Category’, drawing pay and allowances from their employers
Non-Institute / funding agencies / Funded Research Projects at NIMHANS
Stipendiary
are not eligible for any emoluments from the Institute.

Fees Rs. 32,000/- per annum (excluding hostel charges as applicable). For
details, refer to ‘Fees’ section of the Prospectus.
Under ‘Institute Stipendiary’ Category – 30 days of annual leave and any
Other form of leave availed shall be ‘without stipend’.
Leave (Except for PhD in Under ‘External Fellowship’ Category – as per the rules of the External
Clinical Neurosciences) Fellowship Agency/Employer concerned.
Under ‘Funded by Research Projects at NIMHANS’ Category – as per
the rules of funding agency / NIMHANS
Initially the candidate will be provisionally registered for PhD The
Program of Study for all registration will be confirmed after qualifying the Pre-PhD examination.
PhD Courses except The candidate would be trained in both theory and practical aspects of the
PhD in Clinical curriculum pertaining to the discipline. After successful completion of
Neurosciences the proposed work and approval of the synopsis, the candidate shall
submit the thesis for the award of PhD degree.

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PhD Course Work Co-ordinators

Sl.
Name of the Module Coordinators
No.
Dr. B. Binukumar, Additional Professor of
1. Research Methodology (RM) Biostatistics

2. Quantitative and Qualitative Software (SS) Dr. Binu V. S., Associate Professor of Biostatistics
3. Computer Applications (CA)
Dr. B. N. Srikumar, Additional Professor of
4. Human /Animal Ethics (Ethics)
Neurophysiology
5. Research and Publication Ethics
Dr. Monojit Debnath, Professor & Head,
6. Basic Sciences
Department of Human Genetics
7. Behavioural Sciences Dr. Geetha Desai, Professor of Psychiatry
Dr. Sudhir V, Professor of Neuroanaesthesia &
8. Neurosciences
Neurocritical Care
Nodal Officer for UGC / ICMR / CSIR / Dr. B N Srikumar, Additional Professor of
9.
DST / DBT / SERB supported programmes Neurophysiology

PhD in Biophysics
Department Biophysics
MBBS OR M.Phil. Biophysics /Neuroscience OR Master’s Degree
in Biochemistry /Biophysics / Bioinformatics / Biotechnology
Eligible Qualification
/ All branches of Life Sciences /Microbiology/ Physics /
Physiology / Pharmacology / Regenerative Medicine.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can
apply. Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
Fellowship ‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to
the concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website
to know about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995101

PhD in Biostatistics
Department Biostatistics
Master’s Degree in Agricultural Statistics/Applied Statistics/
Eligible Qualification Biostatistics / Health Statistics / Medical Statistics / Statistics OR
M.Stat. (ISI) through regular course.
03 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
Fellowship ‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know
about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995120

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PhD in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Department Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
DNB in Psychiatry OR MD in Psychiatry OR M.Phil. in Clinical
Eligible Qualification
Psychology / Psychiatric Social Work.
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Fellowship
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know
about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995351

PhD in Clinical Neurosciences

Department Clinical Neurosciences (Funded by ICMR)
MD in Psychiatry / General Medicine / Community Medicine /
Pediatrics / Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation /
Neurorehabilitation OR MS in General Surgery OR DM in
Eligible Qualification
Neurology / Child and Adolescent Psychiatry / Geriatric
Psychiatry / Addiction Medicine OR M.Ch. in Neurosurgery and
any Other degrees as approved by appropriate statutory bodies.
Course duration 3 years
Seats offered 08 Seats funded by ICMR
I Year II Year III Year
Total
emoluments per Rs. 1,02,838 Rs. 1,05,653 Rs. 1,08,468
month
Emoluments Emoluments-
Rs. 18,750 + Rs. Rs. 19,510 + Rs. Rs. 20,300 +
per month (Basic
6,600/- 6,600/- Rs. 6,600/-
Pay + Grade Pay)
Contingency
Rs. 1,00,000/- per annum
Grants
Program of Study During the first year, the scholars attend the PhD course work as
well as complete the Pre-PhD examination. In the initial three
months, the scholars would be matched with a faculty mentor in
the respective department based on their qualifying post-graduate
degree. Subsequently, the scholars undertake their PhD dissertation
work under the guidance of the mentor (Principal Guide) as well as
co-guides from clinical and basic specialties. They will be posted in
the respective clinical department of the Principal Guide till the
completion of their course, where they will be working in the
capacity of a Senior Resident. The PhD scholars are mandated to
undertake a dissertation that involves translational research
involving clinical and basic specialties. The scholars are expected to
complete the preparation of their thesis protocols in consultation
with their Principal Guide and co-guides and submit the same for
the approval of the PhD Committee and Institute Ethics Committee
within the initial 6 months of their course.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-2699 5346

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PhD in Clinical Psychology

Department Clinical Psychology
M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology OR M.Phil. in Mental Health and
Social Psychology OR 2 years Master’s Degree in Applied Psychology
Eligible Qualification
/ Clinical Psychology / Counselling Psychology / Psychological
Counselling / Psychology
06 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
Seats offered ‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know
about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995180

PhD in Clinical Psychopharmacology and Neurotoxicology

Department Clinical Psychopharmacology and Neurotoxicology
MBBS OR DPM OR MD in Psychiatry / Psychological Medicine or
DNB in Psychiatry or M.Pharm OR PharmD or MD in Biochemistry /
Eligible Qualification Microbiology / M.Phil. / 2 years M.Sc. in Biochemistry / Microbiology
/ Physiology / Neurosciences / Zoology / Biotechnology / M.Tech in
Biotechnology.
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
Seats offered ‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know
about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995111

PhD in Epidemiology
Department Epidemiology
Master’s Degree in relevant field which includes Public Health,
Community Medicine, Medicine, Social Sciences and allied subjects
Eligible Qualification
from an University recognized by the Government of India / National
Medical Commission of India
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
Seats offered ‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know
about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995240

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PhD in Public Health

Department Epidemiology
Master’s Degree in relevant field which includes Public Health,
Community Medicine, Medicine, Social Sciences and allied subjects from
Eligible Qualification
an University recognized by the Government of India / National Medical
Commission of India
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under ‘Categories
Seats offered of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know about
the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995240

PhD in Human Genetics

Department Human Genetics
2 years Master’s Degree in Zoology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry /
Applied Genetics / Human Genetics / Molecular Biology / Biomedical
Eligible Qualification Genetics OR M.Tech in Genetic Engineering / Genetic Biotechnology
OR B.Tech in Biotechnology OR MBBS
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
Seats offered ‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know
about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995121 /
26995722

PhD in Integrative Medicine

Department Department of Integrative Medicine
MBBS / BAMS / BNYS / MA OR M.Sc. OR M.Phil. in Yoga / Clinical
Eligible Qualification Psychology / Neuroscience/ M.Sc. in Nursing / M. Pharm OR Masters in
Physiotherapy
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under ‘Categories
of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Fellowship
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know about
the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995323

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PhD in Mental Health Education

Department Mental Health Education
MBBS / Masters in Health Education / Media Studies / Journalism /
Mass Communication / Masters in Public Health / Masters in Social
Eligible Qualification Work / Nursing / Psychology with 2 years of experience in a mental
health setting or in Health Journalism.
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under ‘Categories
of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Fellowship
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know about
the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995157

PhD in Neuroanaesthesia and Neurocritical Care

Department Neuroanaesthesia & Neurocritical Care
MD/DNB in Anaesthesia OR MBBS OR M.Sc. Anaesthesia Technology
Eligible Qualification / M.Sc. in Life Sciences OR equivalent degree OR ME / M.Tech / BE /
B.Tech from a University recognized by the Government of India
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under ‘Categories
of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Fellowship
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know about
the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995157

PhD in Neurochemistry
Department Neurochemistry
2 Years M.Sc. Degree in Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Neuroscience
Eligible Qualification / Medical Biochemistry.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
Seats offered ‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know
about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995162

PhD in Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology

Department Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology
MBBS / MD OR DNB in Radiodiagnosis OR 2 years Master’s Degree in
Neuroimaging / Medical Imaging Technology / Zoology /
Neurosciences / Physiology / Pharmacology / Biological Sciences /
Cell Biology / Life Sciences / Anatomy / Biochemistry / Microbiology
Eligible Qualification / Molecular Biology / Biotechnology and Human Genetics /
Bioinformatics / Biophysics / Developmental Biology / Systems
Biology / Nuclear Medicine / Chemistry / Radiochemistry OR M.Phil
in Neurophysiology / Clinical Psychology / Psychology OR M.Tech in

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Cognitive Neurosciences OR BE / B.Tech. in Electronics / Electricals /

Computer Science / Biotechnology (Integrated Bachelor’s Degree of 5
years)
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Seats offered
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know
about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995424

PhD in Neurology
Department Neurology
MBBS OR MD OR BDS OR M.Tech with experience in Neuroscience
Eligible Qualification
Research OR 2years M.Sc. in Life Sciences
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Seats offered
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know about
the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995140 or
26995150

PhD in Neurological Rehabilitation

Department Neurological Rehabilitation
DNB in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation OR Master’s Degree in
Physiotherapy (MPT) / Occupational therapy (MOT) / Orthotics &
Eligible Qualification Prosthetics OR MBBS OR MD in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation OR
M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology / Psychiatric Social Work / Clinical
Neurosciences OR Master’s Degree in Nursing / Speech Therapy.
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can
apply. Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Seats offered
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to
the concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website
to know about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995282

PhD in Neuromicrobiology
Department Neuromicrobiology
MD Microbiology OR Master’s Degree in Applied Microbiology /
Eligible Qualification Biomedical Genetics / Biotechnology / Medical Microbiology /
Microbiology / MLT / MolecularBiology.
Seats offered 02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’

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Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.

Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know about
the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995151

PhD in Neuropathology
Department Neuropathology
MBBS OR MD in Pathology OR 2 years Master’s Degree in Zoology /
Neurosciences / Physiology / Biotechnology / Biological Sciences /
Eligible Qualification Cell Biology / Life Science / Anatomy / Biochemistry / Microbiology /
Molecular Biology and Human Genetics / Bioinformatics / Biophysics /
Developmental Biology / Evolutionary Biology / Systems Biology.
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under ‘Categories of
Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Seats offered Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the concerned
session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know about the
availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995130

PhD in Neurophysiology
Department Neurophysiology
M.Phil in Neurophysiology / Neurosciences / Yoga OR MD in
Ayurveda / Physiology / Yoga OR 2 years Master’s Degree in
Physiology / Anatomy / Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Life Sciences
Eligible Qualification / C o g n i t i v e Neuroscience / Neuroscience / Zoology /
Pharmacology OR MBBS OR MS (Pharm) / M.Pharm (Pharmacology
OR Biotechnology) OR BE / B.Tech / ME/M.Tech in Electronics /
Electricals / Computer Science / Biotechnology
05 Seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
Seats offered ‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know about
the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995173

PhD in Neurovirology
Department Neurovirology
MBBS OR MD in Microbiology OR 2 years Master’s Degree in
Eligible Qualification Biotechnology / Medical Microbiology / Microbiology / Virology
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can
apply. Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under

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‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.

Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to
the concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website
to know about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995126

PhD in Nursing
Department Nursing
Eligible Qualification Master’s Degree in Nursing
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under ‘Categories
Seats offered of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know about
the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995229

PhD in Psychiatric Social Work

Department Psychiatric Social Work
2 years Master’s Degree in Social Work OR M.Phil in Psychiatric Social
Eligible Qualification
Work
06 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
Seats offered ‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know about
the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995240

PhD in Psychiatry
Department Psychiatry
BE OR B.Tech OR MBBS OR MD OR ME OR M.Tech OR 2 years
Master’s Degree in Medical Biotechnology / Biotechnology /
Eligible Qualification Biochemistry / Genetics/ Microbiology / Immunology / Physiology /
Bioinformatics / Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences / Molecular
Biology / Biophysics/ Anatomy / Neurosciences / Pharmacology /
Zoology / Life Sciences / M.Pharma / Regenerative Medicine /
Cognitive Sciences / Social Sciences / Public Health
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can apply.
Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Seats offered
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to the
concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to know about
the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

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PhD in History of Psychiatry

Department Psychiatry
MBBS OR 2 years Master’s Degree in Psychology / Philosophy / History
Eligible Qualification / Sociology / Social Work / Languages
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can
apply. Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Seats offered Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to
the concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website
to know about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

PhD in Mental Health Rehabilitation

Department Psychiatry
MBBS OR M.Phil. Degree in Clinical Psychology / Psychiatric Social
Eligible Qualification Work OR 2 years Master’s Degree in Psychiatric Nursing / Psychosocial
Rehabilitation / Occupational Therapy.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can
apply. Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
Seats offered ‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to
the concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website
to know about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

PhD in Psychosocial Support in Disaster Management

Department Psychosocial Support in Disaster Management
Master’s Degree in Social Work / Psychiatric Social Work / Applied
Psychology / Clinical Psychology / Counselling Psychology /
Eligible Qualification
Psychological Counselling / Psychology OR M.Sc. in Psychiatric Nursing
OR MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can
apply. Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
Seats offered ‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to
the concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website
to know about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995323

PhD in Speech Pathology and Audiology

Department Speech Pathology and Audiology
Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology & Audiology / Speech Language
Eligible Qualification
Pathology / Audiology.
Seats offered 01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’

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PhD in Speech Pathology and Audiology

Applicants categorized under ‘External Funding Category’ can
apply. Kindly refer to ‘External Funding Category’ sub-section under
‘Categories of Applicants’ section of this Prospectus for more details.
Kindly refer to ‘Website Notification’ document pertaining to
the concerned session admissions, on the NIMHANS Website to
know about the availability of guides.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995568

General Guidelines for Admission to Postdoctoral Fellowship Courses under Post

MD Category
Department of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (01 course)
Department of Integrative Medicine (02 courses)
Department of Neuroanaesthesia & Neurocritical Care (02 courses)
Department of Neuroimaging & Interventional Radiology (01 course)
Departments under which
Department of Neurological Rehabilitation (01 course)
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Courses are offered Department of Neuromicrobiology (01 course)
Department of Neurovirology (01 course)
Department of Neuropathology (01 course)
Department of Psychiatry (14 Courses)
Department of Transfusion Medicine & Haematology (01 course)
Eligible Qualification degree as specified for the course concerned.
qualification
a. Applicants who are/have been permanent/tenured employees of
For Applicants Government of India/State Government Institutions/ Universities
General applying under and Public Sector Undertakings, sponsored or permitted to pursue
Eligible ‘Sponsored course at NIMHANS with or without leave, pay or allowances
Qualification Category’ from their employers, should apply under this category.
b. Applicable for courses with ‘Sponsorsed Category’ only.
Applicants should have pursued and been awarded qualification
Other
from an Institution/University recognized by Medical Council of
requirements
India.
Course duration 1 year
Seats under
Institute
Fellowship Kindly refer to ‘Selection Procedure for PDF Courses in Psychiatry’
Mode of
Course and ‘Selection Procedure for PDF courses in Departments
selection Seats under
Other than Psychiatry
External
Fellowship
Qualifying percentage in
UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD- 50%
Entrance Test
Age criteria (as on the day of
45 Years
course commencement)
Institute
Basic Pay of Rs. 67,700/- per month
Stipendiary
Emoluments Applicants selected under ‘Sponsored category’ or who are drawing
Sponsored
pay and allowances from their employers, are not eligible for any
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General Guidelines for Admission to Postdoctoral Fellowship Courses under Post

MD Category
Rs. 58,450/- (excluding hostel charges as applicable). For details, refer
Fees
to ‘Fees’ section of the prospectus
Institute Under ‘Institute Stipendiary’ Category–30 days Earned Leave, 20 days
Stipendiary Half Pay Leave, 08 days Casual Leave and 02 days of Restricted
Leave Holidays
Sponsored
Under ‘Sponsored Category’–as per the rules of the Employer
Category
concerned
1. For PDF in Psychiatry, there will be one common entrance exam
for all courses with the name ‘PDF in Psychiatry’
Selection Procedure for ‘PDF 2. The candidate shall submit only one application and application
in Psychiatry’ course fee will also be collected for a single course
3. The candidate may choose the course based on their merit order
in the entrance test and course availability during counselling
1. Candidates shall submit individual applications for the
Selection Procedure for PDF respective course in each Department
Courses in Departments
2. Application fee will be collected individually for each course
Other than Psychiatry
3. Seat allocation will be based on merit order

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Department Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Minimum Eligible
MD in Psychiatry
requireme Qualification
nts for Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
admission State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of State/Central
Other criteria
Government or Institutions/Universities can apply under ‘Sponsored
Category’.
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is a 1-year
course. The PDF course was conceptualized to increase the workforce of
child psychiatry practitioners in India. The primary focus of the PDF
Program of Study
course is to empower the trainees with clinical skills to independently
diagnose and manage neuro developmental disorders and psychiatric
disorders in children and adolescents
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995351

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Diagnostic Neuroimaging

Department Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology
MD/DNB in Radiology from recognized University/Institute in India
Eligible Qualification
or an equivalent degree from abroad.
Seats offered 02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Training of young radiology post-graduates in finer nuances of
neuroradiology. The program’s scope extends into the intensive clinical
use of all the advanced Neuroimaging methods along with the use of
Program of Study
PACS. Part of the curriculum is devoted to critical evaluation of the
scientific neuroimaging literature and using it in both clinical practices
as well as in the research work. The faculty would train fellows to carry

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out small research projects in the field of neuroradiology. The program

would enable exposure of fellows to the emerging field of molecular
imaging.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995424

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Hospital Infection Control

Department Neuromicrobiology
Minimum Eligible
MD in Microbiology OR DNB in Microbiology
requireme Qualification
nts for Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored / deputed by the
admission State /Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of State /
Other criteria
Central Government or Institutions / Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary category’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
The candidate works fulltime in the Hospital Infection Control Services
Centre under the Department of Neuromicrobiology taking care of:
 Disinfection & sterilization
 Surveillance of Nosocomial infections
 Monitoring Antibiotic policy
 Managing outbreaks, isolation guidelines for patients
Program of Study  Monitoring central sterile service department
 Implementing standard precautions
 Prevention of transmission of drug resistant organisms
 Managing biomedical wastes
 One project work to be carried out and assessed by faculty / guide
during the period of one year
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995151

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Integrative Mental Health and Neurosciences

Department Integrative Medicine

Eligible MD in Ayurveda (Kayachikithsa / Manasaroga / Panchakarma) OR MD

Minimum Qualification (Yoga from a Recognized University / Institution).
requireme
nts for Sponsored / Deputed by the State / Central Government OR Public Sector
admission Other criteria undertakings of State or Central Government OR Institutions / Universities
can apply under ‘Sponsored category’.
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under Sponsored Category
This is the first Fellowship Program in Integrative Mental Health in India
and aims to enable the candidate to be a leader in this emerging global field.
The candidate will get hands-on clinical experience in assessment of patients
with neuropsychiatric disorders using both traditional and modern
Program of Study techniques and treatment using Ayurveda and Yoga therapy. In
addition, the candidate will have exposure to state-of-the-art research
techniques in this area including molecular biology, neuroimaging and
clinical trials.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995323

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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Integrative Psychiatry

Department Integrative Medicine
Eligible
Minimum Qualification MD/ DNB Degree in Psychiatry
requirement
Sponsored / Deputed by the State / Central Government OR Public
s for
Other criteria Sector undertakings of State or Central Government OR Institutions /
admission
Universities can apply under ‘Sponsored Category’.
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary category’
Seats offered 01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
This is the first Fellowship Program in Integrative Psychiatry in India
and aims to equip psychiatrists with hands-on clinical experience in
Program of Study assessment and treatment of patients with neuropsychiatric disorders
using concepts and techniques from Ayurveda and Yoga therapy. In
addition, the candidate will have exposure to state of the art research in
this area.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995323

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuroanaesthesia

Department Neuroanaesthesia & Neurocritical Care
Eligible
MD in Anaesthesiology OR DNB in Anaesthesiology
Minimum Qualification
requireme Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
nts for State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
admission Other criteria State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
06 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
02 seats under ‘Sponsored Category’
The course envisages training the candidates in basic sciences related to
neuroanaesthesia, clinical neuroanaesthesia for neurosurgery,
Program of Study anaesthesia for neuroradiological procedures including interventional
neuroradiology and magnetic resonance imaging. The fellows will
receive training in handling neurological patients in the intensive care
unit, apart from conduct of research
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995415

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neurocritical Care

Department Neuroanaesthesia & Neurocritical Care
DM in Neuroanaesthesia / Neurology / M.Ch. in
Eligible Qualification Neurosurgery OR MD in Anaesthesiology / Internal Medicine OR
DNB in Anaesthesiology / Neurology / Neurosurgery
Seats offered 03 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
The students are trained in the following areas:
i. General principles of critical care including organization of critical
care, scoring systems, admission and discharge criteria, transport of
Program of Study patients.
ii. Basic neuroanatomy and physiology.
iii. Pre-hospital and neuro-intensive-care in patients with neurologic
injury.
iv. Cerebrovascular accidents.

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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neurocritical Care

v. Traumatic brain and spinal cord injury.
vi. Neurological disease including seizure disorder, peripheral motor
neurone disease, infectious diseases of CNS.
vii. Monitoring in critical care.
viii. Neuroimaging and Other radiological investigations.
ix. Neurorehabilitation and treatment of complications.
x. Research in the neurocritical-care.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995415.

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuroinfections

Neuromicrobiology
Departments
Neurovirology
Minimum Eligible
MD in Microbiology
requirement Qualification
s for Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored / deputed by the
admission State / Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of State /
Other criteria
Central Government or Institutions / Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
The fellowship program shall be conducted at NIMHANS and such
Other centres approved by the Institute. During the period of study,
the candidate has to work under the guidance of the faculty of
Neuromicrobiology and Neurovirology, with academic and diagnostic
Program of Study responsibilities. Active participation in seminars, journal clubs, case
conferences, didactic lectures will form the main structures of the
fellowship program. The candidate will be required to share the duties
of Senior Resident and participate in all the teaching and training
programs of the two departments where they are posted.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995151 /
26995126.

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neurological Rehabilitation

Department Neurological Rehabilitation
MD in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation OR DNB in Physical
Eligible Qualification
Medicine & Rehabilitation.
Seats offered 02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
The primary objective of the course is to train physiatrists in
Program of Study neurological rehabilitation. Training is offered in various aspects of
physical medicine and rehabilitation.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995143

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuropathology

Department Neuropathology
Minimum Eligible MD in Pathology OR DNB in Pathology
requireme Qualification
nts for Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored / deputed by the
Other criteria
admission

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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuropathology

State / Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of State /
Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
The fellows are trained in diagnostic, molecular and ultrastructural
neuropathology. They actively participate in routine work, assist in
Program of Study diagnosis, undertake autopsies and participate in teaching sessions of
Neuropathology department and allied departments. Adequate
diagnostic and research facilities are available for the students.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995130

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Transfusion Medicine

Department Transfusion Medicine & Haematology
MD in Anaesthesia / Emergency Medicine / Immunohematology &
Blood Transfusion/ Medicine / Pathology / Paediatrics / Transfusion
Eligible Medicine OR DNB in Anaesthesia / Emergency Medicine
Qualification /immunohematology & Blood Transfusion / Medicine / Pathology /
Minimum
Paediatrics / Transfusion Medicine OR any Other clinical equivalent
requirements
degree.
for admission
Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
Other State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of State /
criteria Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
The candidate will work full time in the Transfusion Medicine Centre
(TMC), actively participating in counselling, screening and bleeding of
voluntary blood donors, and therapeutic procedures. The course
elements and procedures include phlebotomy and therapeutic plasma
exchange, blood component separation, screening for transfusion-
transmitted infections – and Other blood safety activities and
Program of Study
responsibilities carried out by Senior Resident including participation
in teaching and training activities of the centre. The course content will
be such as to cover training in all related disciplines of transfusion
medicine. The candidate will be posted to Other hospitals where
specific facility relevant to transfusion medicine is available, for a short
duration.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995712

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Postdoctoral Fellowship Courses in Psychiatry with Common Entrance Test

1. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Acute Care & Emergency Psychiatry

Department Psychiatry

Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
Qualification
Minimum
Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
requirements
State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
for admission Other criteria
State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
The Postdoctoral Fellow would be expected to assess and provide care
in variety of circumstances where emergency psychiatry care may be
warranted apart from supervising the handling of various acute
conditions like suicide attempts, violence, substance related, medical
Program of Study comorbidities, delirium, catatonia, geriatric emergencies and drug-
induced emergencies. As part of the emergency training, they will also
be posted in various Other associated Departments. The fellow will also
participate in academic and research work.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

2. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Addiction Medicine

Department Psychiatry
Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
Minimum Qualification
requiremen Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
ts for State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
Other criteria
admission State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
04 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’ Funded by DDAP
Seats offered
02 seats under ‘Sponsored Category’
The objective of the fellowship is to enhance the clinical skills related
with addictive disorders. The candidates are trained in pharmacological
Program of Study and non- pharmacological management of substance use disorders,
behavioural addictions and dual diagnosis. The program also offers an
opportunity to carry out a small research project.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

3. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Neurosciences & Therapeutics in

Schizophrenia
Department Psychiatry
Eligible
Minimum MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
Qualification
requirements Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
for Other criteria State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of State/Central
admission Government or Institutions/Universities can apply under ‘Sponsored Category’.
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
02 seats under ‘Sponsored Category’

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This course aims at training young psychiatrists in developing expertise

in advanced clinical skills and translational research to meet the
Program of Study
challenges of schizophrenia; concurrently studying the interface
between psychiatry and medicine with focus on schizophrenia
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

4. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Community Mental Health

Department Psychiatry
Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
Minimum Qualification
requirement Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
s for State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
Other criteria
admission State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
02 seats under ‘Sponsored Category’
The Postdoctoral Fellow will be placed in outpatient and inpatient
services under Community Mental Health. The Postdoctoral Fellow will
be involved in mobile outreach clinics, primary healthcare centre (PHC)
visits, school mental health programme, information-education-
Program of Study communication (IEC) activities and Other such programs. The
Postdoctoral Fellow will supervise MD Residents and M.Phil. trainees.
Along with routine clinical care, the Postdoctoral Fellow also
participates in academic and research activities related to community
psychiatry.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

5. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Consultation Liaison Psychiatry

Department Psychiatry
Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
Minimum Qualification
requirement Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
s for State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
Other criteria
admission State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply
under ‘Sponsored Category’.
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
The Postdoctoral Fellow is trained in assessment and management
(pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy) of mental disorders in various
Program of Study medical and surgical settings including Neurology, Palliative Care,
Oncology and General Hospital Psychiatry. He/she will also be
trained in research methodology essential for conducting studies in
psychosomantics and general hospital psychiatry
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

6. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry

Department Psychiatry
Minimum Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
requirements Qualification

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for Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by

admission the State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
Other criteria State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply
under ‘Sponsored Category’

01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’

Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
This Postdoctoral Fellow course in Forensic Psychiatry is designed to train
the candidate in clinical as well as research aspects of a specialized branch of
psychiatry which deals with the assessment and management of persons
with mental illness in conflict with the law. The course serves as an interface
Program of Study between psychiatry and law. It also aims to provide the trainee with in-
depth knowledge about civil responsibilities with regard to persons with
mental illness such as testamentary capacity, marriage, divorce, adoption,
voting, job responsibilities and any Other issue involving tort law and
persons with mental illness
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

7. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Geriatric Psychiatry

Department Psychiatry
Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
Minimum Qualification
requirement Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
s for State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
Other criteria
admission State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply
under ‘Sponsored Category’.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
The Postdoctoral Fellow is trained in assessment and management
(pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy and brain stimulation) of late onset mental
Program of Study illness, cognitive disorders and neuropsychiatric disorders. The fellow will
also be trained in research methodology essential for conducting studies in
the Geriatric Population
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

8. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Molecular Psychiatry

Department Psychiatry
Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
Qualification
Minimum
Applicants who are permanent employees of Government of India /
requirements
Other State Government Institutions / Universities and Public Sector
for admission
criteria undertakings or from SAARC Countries can apply under ‘Sponsored
Category’
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under Sponsored Category
The course shall be conducted at the NIMHANS. During the study period the
Program of Study
candidate has to work under the guidance of faculty and scientists of the
Molecular Genetics Laboratory. The structure of training programme
includes active participation in clinical work, lab work, seminars, journal
clubs, neuropsychiatry case conferences and didactic lectures
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995424

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9. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuropsychiatry

Department Psychiatry
Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
Qualification
Minimum
Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
requirements
State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
for admission Other criteria
State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
02 seats under ’Institute Stipendiary’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored /Deputed Category’
The course encompasses training in the following specialities:
I. Outpatient services include: Geriatric Psychiatry, Epilepsy Clinic,
Movement Disorder Clinic, Neuromuscular Disorders, Multiple
Sclerosis, Headache/Stroke Clinic, Pain Clinic, Paediatric
Program of Study Neurology, Neurodevelopmental Disorder Clinic on a rotation
basis.
II. Inpatient care in liaison with Neurology, Neurosurgery and
Neurocritical Care departments.

For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

10. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Non-invasive Brain Stimulation of Psychiatric

Disorders
Department Psychiatry
Minimum Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
requirements Qualification
for Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
admission State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
Other criteria State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply
under ‘Sponsored Category’
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation(NIBS) for
Psychiatric Disorders focuses on acquiring skills in advanced areas of
ECT stimulation parameters and involves active liaison with Other
specialities to administer ECT in special populations. The course helps
in acquiring skills in advanced TMS applications, mainly neuro
navigational TMS, patterned TMS and investigational aspects of TMS
Program of Study
like cortical reactivity and cortico-cotrical interactions. It will also
help the fellow in gaining expertise in administering tDCS and Other
advanced applications like HDtDCS, tACS and tRNS and
investigational aspects of tDCS/tACS such as cortical plasticity and
entrainment studies. Critical evaluation of research in ECT, TMS and
tDCS and related clinical neuroscience through brainstorming
discussions for translation of research findings into clinical
settings form the Other key features of the course

For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

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11. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder & Related

Disorders
Department Psychiatry
Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry.
Minimum Qualification
requireme Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
nts for State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
Other criteria
admission State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply
under ‘Sponsored Category’
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
02 seats under ‘Sponsored Category’
The Postdoctoral Fellow is trained in diagnosing cases of obsessive-
compulsive disorder and related disorders like trichotillomania, tic
disorder, hoarding disorder, body dysmorphic disorders, etc. The
Program of Study Postdoctoral Fellow will also be trained in managing such cases,
both pharmacologically and non-pharmacologically. The fellow will
also undertake some research activities in the said field.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

12. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Psychiatric Rehabilitation

Department Psychiatry/ under Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (PRS)
Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
Minimum Qualification
requiremen Applicants who are permanent employees of Government of India /
ts for State Government Institutions / Universities and Public Sector
admission Other criteria undertakings or from SAARC Countries can apply under ‘Sponsored
Category’
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under Sponsored Category
1. Acquire skills in assessment of rehabilitation needs, liaison with
Program of Study
stakeholders, make a recovery oriented and strengths-based plan
and handhold persons with psychiatric disability
2. Gain expertise in institute and community-based rehabilitation
3. Skills to work in a multidisciplinary team and handle
administrative issues
4. Gain expertise in legislations, policy aspects and planning service
delivery in psychiatric rehabilitation
5. Understand culturally relevant best practices in psychiatric
rehabilitation practiced by reputed Indian centres
6. First-hand experience in transitional living facilities, supported
employment, supported education, social skills training,
behavioral therapy and cognitive remediation
7. Ability to train residents, trainees from Other behavioral sciences
and external trainees in psychiatric rehabilitation.
8. Ability to critically evaluate research in psychiatric rehabilitation
and apply in clinical settings
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995424

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13. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Women’s Mental Health

Department Psychiatry
Minimum Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
requireme Qualification
nts for Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
admission State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
Other criteria
State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can apply
under ‘Sponsored Category’.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under Sponsored Category
This course in Women’s Mental Health will provide sub-speciality
training opportunities in research and clinical aspects for psychiatrists
interested in the ways sex and gender can exert a major influence on
the course, expression and treatment of psychiatric disorders. The
Program of Study
course also aims at helping the trainee develop an in-depth
appreciation of the influence of sociocultural gender roles and gender
related vulnerabilities such as violence and discrimination on the
mental health of women.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250.

14. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Tele-Psychiatry

Department Psychiatry
Eligible Qualification MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
Seats offered 01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
The Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Tele-Psychiatry is designed to coordinate
clinical, research and training services in the area. Clinical services include
providing psychiatry care in consultation model, conducting video
evaluation using e-health record, developing SOPs for successful conduct of
Program of Study
tele consultations, understanding legal boundaries. The course involves
research in digital psychiatry, designing digital biomarkers and developing
training modules for primary care doctors. The fellow will also supervise
junior and senior residents in digital psychiatry training.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

General Guidelines for admission to Postdoctoral Fellowship Courses under

Post DM Category
Departments under which Department of Neuroimaging & Interventional Radiology (01 course)
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Courses are offered Department of Neurology (08 Courses)

Eligible qualification Qualification degree as specified for the course concerned

a. Applicants who are/have been permanent/tenured employees of
Government of India/State Government Institutions/ Universities
General and Public Sector Undertakings, sponsored or permitted to pursue
Eligible Sponsored category
course at NIMHANS with or without leave, pay or allowances
Qualifi
from their employers, should apply under this category
cation
b. Applicable for courses with ‘Sponsored category’ only
Other requirements Applicants should have pursued and been awarded qualification
from an Institution/University recognized by Medical Council of
India

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Course duration 1 year

Seats under Institute

Mode of Fellowship
Entrance Test
selection
Seats under External
Fellowship
Qualifying percentage in
UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD- 50%
Entrance Test
Age criteria (as on the day of
45 Years
course commencement)
Institute Stipendiary
Basic Pay of Rs. 71,800/- per month
Emolume
nts Applicants selected under ‘Sponsored category’ or who are drawing
Sponsored Category
pay and allowances from their employers, are not eligible for any
emoluments from the Institute
Rs. 58,450/- (excluding hostel charges as applicable). For details, refer
Fees
to ‘Fees’ section of the prospectus
Institute Stipendiary Under ‘Institute Stipendiary’ Category–30 days Earned Leave, 20
days Half Pay Leave, 08 days Casual Leave and 02 days of Restricted
Leave Holidays
Sponsored Category
Under ‘Sponsored Category’– as per the rules of the Employer
concerned
1. There will be one common entrance exam for the 08 PDF courses
in the Department of Neurology. The candidate may apply for a
maximum of 3 courses Each course will require a separate
Selection Procedure for PDF
application and fee
course in Neurology
2. Seat allocation will be based on merit order obtained in the
entrance exam. Each course will have a separate merit list.
Selection Procedure for PDF Seat allocation will be based on merit order obtained in the entrance
course in Functional exam
Neuroimaging

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Functional Neuroimaging

Department Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology
DM in Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology from a recognized
Eligible Qualification
University/Institute in India or abroad /or an equivalent degree.
Seats offered 02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
The objectives envisioned for the fellows of the course will be:
1. To work in small groups to conduct simple clinical fMRI experiments,
participate in data acquisition at MRI unit, pre-process the acquired images,
perform statistical analysis using dedicated software, and learn how to interpret
the findings.
2. To work in small research groups, to learn the applications of various imaging
Program of Study
tools, especially resting-state fMRI, and to co-publish two original articles.
3. To independently work on the existing research data, using established
pipelines in specified clinical groups to publish one peer-reviewed original
article in an international journal.
4. To teach and guide postgraduate students in their thesis using advanced
neuroimaging methods.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995424

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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neurology Courses with Common Entrance Test

1. Postdoctoral Fellowship in CNS Demyelinating Disorders

Department Neurology
Eligible
DM in Neurology OR DNB in Neurology
Minimum Qualification
requireme Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputedby the
nts for Other State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of State/Central
admission requirements Government or Institutions / Universities can apply under ‘Sponsored
Category’.
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
There is a progressive increase in the number of patients with CNS
Demyelinating disorders with greater awareness of the disorder and the
availability of various immune modulatory agents resulting in better care
and longevity of the patients. The diagnostic and therapeutic
armamentarium has increased over the years with better diagnostic
facilities and improvement in the immune modulatory agents
Program of Study
This warrants greater availability of specialized service by neurologists
trained in CNS Demyelinating disorders. This is potentially treatable and
almost reversible when medications are given in the initial periods.
Keeping in mind our commitment to human resource development in
India, the Department of Neurology offers a one-year Post-Doctoral
Fellowship (PDF) course in CNS Demyelinating Disorders. We provide
supervised training to the post-doctoral fellows in clinical assessment,
diagnostic evaluation (including neuroimmunology, neuroimaging)and
management of patients with a variety of CNS Demyelinating disorders
such as multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitisoptica, optic neuritis, immune-
mediated myelitis, MOG-associated disorder, ADEM (acute
demyelinating encephalomyelitis), tumefactive demyelination, CNS
vasculitis, Sjogrens syndrome, lupus-associated CNS demyelination,
Neurosarcoidosis, B12 associated demyelinating neuropathy, etc. Apart
from clinical evaluation and management, they also participate in various
academic and research activities.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995140

2. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cognitive Neurosciences

Department Neurology
Eligible
DM in Neurology OR DNB in Neurology
Minimum Qualification
requirements Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
for Other State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
admission requirements State/Central Government or Institutions / Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered 01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
The Post-doctoral fellowship (PDF) in Cognitive Neurosciences will
afford neurologists training and expertise in the diagnosis and
Program of Study management of cognitive disorders of a wide range of etiologies,
including Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, post stroke
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disorders. Integral to the curriculum, the fellow will learn the nuances of
cognitive assessment, an in-depth knowledge of advanced imaging and
Other diagnostic studies relevant to cognitive disorders and current
management strategies. A multidisciplinary approach to cognitive
neurology will be developed in liaison with allied specialties that include
psychiatry, clinical psychology, psychiatry social work and rehabilitation
medicine. Through the fellowship, there will be strong encouragement
to develop one’s own clinical and research interests with access to
national and international collaborations. Current areas of research
available to fellows encompass neurobiology of neurodegenerative
diseases, clinical and biomarker studies and psychosocial interventions
for dementia. The aim of the program is to enable the fellow to establish
and coordinate a high quality service for patients with cognitive
disorders and also conduct meaningful research in the field
independently
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995140

3. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Epilepsy

Department Neurology
Eligible
DM in Neurology OR DNB in Neurology
Minimum Qualification
requiremen Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
ts for Other State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
admission requirements State/Central Government or Institutions / Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
The objective of the ‘Epilepsy’ fellowship program is to train neurologists
to become ‘Epileptologists’, possessing specialized knowledge in the
evaluation and management of patients with epilepsy, especially drug
resistant epilepsy. The fellow would gain knowledge of EEG, Video EEG,
and phase 1&2 pre-surgical evaluation including MEG, PET-MRI and
invasive EEG recording at a level that is significantly beyond the training
and knowledge of a general neurologist. The fellows will not only work in
the epilepsy division of Neurology Department but also closely interact
with those from the Departments of Neurosurgery, NIIR, Neuropathology,
Clinical Psychology, etc. involved in the epilepsy program. They are
Program of Study expected to attend the Epilepsy Clinic(OPD), carry out VEEG reporting;
EEG reporting and involve in teaching the residents; intracranial electrode
placement and recording; cortical stimulation and mapping and attending
preoperative ECoG in OT. The academic work will consist of weekly
presentation in the pre- surgical meeting, difficult case (VEEG) analysis,
Epilepsy Journal Club, subject seminars and participation in all the
common teaching programs of Dept. of Neurology. Emphasis will be on
learning /performing scientific work viz. presentation/publication as well.
The fellows are expected to maintain a logbook after completion, fellows
should be able to independently run epilepsy program and undertake
research

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4. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Movement Disorders

Department Neurology
Eligible DM in Neurology OR DNB in Neurology
Minimum Qualification
requiremen Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
ts for Other State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
admission requirements State/Central Government or Institutions / Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered 01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
There is a progressive increase in the number of patients with Parkinson’s
disease, Parkinsonian syndromes and Other movement disorders as a
consequence of increase in population as well as better care and greater
longevity. This warrants greater availability of specialized service by
neurologists trained in movement disorders. Keeping in mind our
commitment to human resource development in India, the Department of
Neurology offers a one-year Post- Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) course in
Movement Disorders. We provide supervised training to the post-doctoral
fellows in clinical assessment, diagnostic evaluation (including
neuroimaging, electrophysiology and genetics) and management of
Program of Study patients with a variety of common and rare movement disorders
including Parkinson’s disease and Other Parkinsonian syndromes (such
as Progressive Supranuclear palsy, Multiple System Atrophy,
Corticobasal Degeneration, etc.), Tremor, Dytsonia, Ataxias, Chorea, etc.
The fellows will receive hands-on training in administering Botulinum
toxin injection in patients with focal dystonia, hemi facial spasm and
a variety of Other conditions. They will also participate in the ongoing
functional neurosurgery program for movement disorders (which include
lesional surgeries and Deep Brain Stimulation) and have training in
electrophysiological evaluation (including transcranial magnetic
stimulation) of movement disorders
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995140

5. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuromuscular Disorders

Department Neurology
Eligible
DM in Neurology OR DNB in Neurology
Minimum Qualification
requireme Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
nts for Other State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of State/Central
admission requirements Government or Institutions / Universities can apply under ‘Sponsored
Category’.
02 Seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered 01 Seat under ‘Sponsored Category’

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The Post-Doctoral Fellow (PDF) in Neuromuscular Disorders will get an

opportunity to strengthen his/her clinical acumen in myology and
neuropathic disorders with a focused approach. Apart from attending the
regular OPDs and wards, the fellow will have a unique opportunity to
attend the monthly multi- disciplinary Neuro-muscular Disorders Clinic,
which caters to patients with a variety of inherited neuromuscular disorders
and provide clinical, therapeutic, rehabilitative and psychosocial
Program of Study
interventions and genetic and prenatal counselling. The one-year PDF
course will encompass training in: (a) advanced electrophysiology
techniques including SFEMG, (b) advanced imaging techniques and their
interpretation such as muscle MRI, USG of nerves and muscles, (c)
clinicopathologic correlations with muscle and nerve biopsy, and (d)
techniques and histopathologic interpretations including Western Blot. The
fellow will gain newer insights into genetically-mediated nerve and
muscle disorders and participate in genetic counselling
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995140

6. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuropathy

Department Neurology
Eligible
Minimum Qualification DM in Neurology OR DNB in Neurology
requiremen Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputedby the
ts for Other State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of State/Central
admission requirements Government or Institutions / Universities can apply under ‘Sponsored
Category’.
01 seat under Institute stipendiary category
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
Community prevalence of neuropathy is increasing due to rise in aging
population, longer survival of patients with systemic diseases and cancer, as
well as the increasing use of chemotherapy and Other drugs that have
adverse effects on peripheral nerves. A substantial proportion have treatable
or preventable causes of neuropathy. Many patients are misdiagnosed by
the doctors due to lack of knowledge and / or experience. There is a
growing demand to acquire skills in the evaluation and treatment of
patients of neuropathy to improve their outcome and quality of life. The aim
of this fellowship programme is to develop quality human resource in the
field of ‘Peripheral Neuropathy’ by imparting high standard of training.
Program of Study This will facilitate comprehensive patient care as well as enable the fellow to
conduct clinical/ applied research in this field. The fellow will possess
specialized knowledge specifically in carrying out electrophysiological,
imaging and Other quantitative testing in patients with peripheral
neuropathy at a level which is beyond the training and knowledge of a
general neurologist. The fellow will be actively involved in clinical
evaluation, treatment and follow-up of patients with various forms of
neuropathies in the outpatient clinic (including Neuropathy Clinic) as well
as in the emergency and in-patient setting by adopting multi-modal
diagnostic approach including electrophysiological, immunological,
imaging and genetic testing among Others.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995140

7. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Paediatric Neurology

Department Neurology
DM in Neurology / Paediatric Neurology OR DNB in Neurology /
Eligible Qualification
Paediatric Neurology

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Seats offered 01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’

Paediatric Neurology Services is a quaternary/tertiary specialty service which caters
to the needs of infants, children and adolescents (<18 years) with neurological
problems. The student who gets enrolled in the post-doctoral fellowship (PDF)
program would be trained in the diagnosis, management and clinical research in
various fields of paediatric neurology including neurodevelopmental disorders
(Cerebral Palsy, Autism, ADHD), neurometabolic and mitochondrial disorders,
paediatric epilepsies, neurodegenerative disorders (leukoencephalopathies), storage
Program of Study disorders, movement disorders, neuromuscular disorders, immune mediated
disorders, syndromic intellectual disability, neurocutaneous disorders,
neurogenetics, and CNS/spine malformations. The unique features of
manifestations of disease in children and adults, and pharmacOtherapy in children
would be emphasized during the training period. Apart from attending the
outpatient and inpatient services and regular academic programs, the fellow
would be trained to read paediatric EEGs and perform various
electrophysiological procedures
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995140

8. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Stroke

Department Neurology
Eligible Qualification DM in Neurology OR DNB in Neurology
Seats offered 01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide including
Program of Study India. NIMHANS gets a large turnover of acute and chronic stroke patients every
day. There is an exciting phase of treatment options available for acute ischemic
strokes and secondary stroke prevention. We conduct all types of acute stroke
interventions (intravenous and mechanical), including intervention in wake up
period. NIMHANS houses an organized stroke unit, trained faculty, advanced
imaging facilities and allied specialties. The Post-Doctoral Fellow (PDF) in Stroke
will get the opportunity to actively participate in the selection of patients for acute
stroke interventions including finer details of clinic-radiological interpretations of
multimodal imaging data, opportunities to learn neurovascular sonology,
opportunities for fast tracking application for stroke intervention career
fellowship through various external foundations. The fellow will also have an
opportunity to work on secondary stroke prevention, teach DM neurology
residents and participate in various stroke trials.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995140

General Guidelines for Admission to MD in Ayurveda course

Department in which
Integrative Medicine
MD Course is offered
Minimum Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery (BAMS) OR Any Other
qualification graduate Course in Ayurveda as prescribed in the II Schedule of Indian
for admission Medicine Central Council Act 1970
General Indian National Applicants who are/have been sponsored/deputed
Eligible Sponsorship employees of Government of India/State Government Institutions/
Qualification Category Universities and Public Sector Undertakings can apply under this
category
Other
Eligible Applicants can apply under ‘Karnataka Domicile Category’
requirements
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Seats under
Institute
Fellowship
Mode of Entrance Test + Verification of Original Certificates on the day of
Seats under admission
selection
Sponsorship /
Deputation
Category
UR/ OBC/ EWS- 50%
Qualifying % in Entrance
SC/ST/PwBD– 45%
Test
For applicants applying under:
Age criteria (as on the day of a. Institute Stipendiary - 32 Years
course commencement) b. ‘Sponsored Category’- 45 Years
Institute JR: Basic Pay of Rs.56,100 for 1st year, Rs.57,800 for 2nd year, Rs.59,500 for
Stipendiary 3rdyear
Emolument
s Applicants selected under ‘Sponsored category’ or who are drawing pay
Sponsored
and allowances from their employers, are not eligible for any emoluments
Category
of this Institute
Rs. 73,250/-(excluding hostel charges as applicable). For details refer to
Fees
‘Fees’ Section of the prospectus
Under ‘Institute Stipendiary’ Category- 30 days Annual Leave for 1styear
Leave
and 36 days Annual Leave for 2nd and 3rdyears respectively

MD in Ayurveda Manovigyan Evam Manasa Roga (MD Ayu)

Department Integrative Medicine
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery (BAMS) OR Any Other
Eligible
graduate Course in Ayurveda as prescribed in the II Schedule of Indian
Minimum Qualification
Medicine Central Council Act 1970
requirement
Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by the
s for
admission Other State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of
requirements State/Central Government or Institutions / Universities can apply under
‘Sponsored Category’.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered 02 seats under ‘Sponsored Category
If there are no applicants under ‘Sponsored Category’ seat will go to
Institute Stipendiary’
The MD - Ayurveda program of Manovigyan and Manasa Roga aims to
train the post-graduate student in a deeper understanding of manas
(mind) and manorogas (mental illnesses) primarily with scientific
perspectives of Ayurveda, along with Yogic and Modern biomedical
perspectives. He/she will be also trained in the comprehensive
management of the above, primarily with Ayurveda with essentials of
Program of Study
Yoga and Modern Psychiatry. He/she will be empowered to practice
Ayurveda manoroga chikitsa and Yoga therapies in the management of
mental illnesses and equip with skills to understand the diagnosis and
clinical implications of modern biomedical management, effective
referral to modern psychiatry, and integrative medical practice
(Ayurveda, Yoga, and Modern biomedical management)
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995323

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General Guidelines for Admission to M.Phil. Courses*

Departments in which Department of Clinical Psychology
M.Phil.Courses are offered Department of Psychiatric Social Work
Eligible Qualification Degree as specified for the course concerned.
qualification
General
Sponsored Indian National Applicants who are/have been sponsored/deputed
Eligible
/ Deputed employees of Government of India/State Government Institutions/
Qualificatio
category Universities and Public Sector Undertakings.
n
Other Applicants should have pursued and awarded qualification from an
requirements Institution/University recognized by UGC (as applicable).
Duration of course 2 years
Seats under
Institute
Mode of Stipendiary
selection Entrance Test + Verification of Original Certificates on the day of
Seats under
admission.
Sponsored
/ Deputed
category
Qualifying percentage in UR/OBC/EWS- 50%
Online Entrance Test SC/ST/PwBD-45%
Age criteria for
Eligible Qualification
32 Years
(as on the day of course
commencement)
Institute Rs. 25,000/- per month + Rs. 15,000/- as Contingency Grants per
Stipendiary annum.
Emoluments
Applicants selected under ‘Sponsored category’ or who are drawing pay
Sponsored
and allowances from their employers, are not eligible for any
Category
emoluments from Institute.
Fees Rs. 24,800/- (excluding hostel charges as applicable). For details, refer to
‘Fees’ section of the prospectus.
Under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’- students are entitled to 30 days
of annual leave
Leave
Under ‘Sponsored/ Category’- students may avail leave as per the leave
rules of the Sponsoring Agency concerned.

*The nomenclature of M.Phil. Courses is likely to be changed, subject to the approval of Government of
India.
M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology
Department Clinical Psychology
Eligible 2 years Master’s Degree in Applied Psychology / Clinical Psychology /
Qualification Counselling Psychology / Psychological Counselling / Psychology
a. Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
sponsored/deputed by the State / Central Government or Public
Minimum
Sector undertakings of State / Central Government or
requirements
Institutions/Universities to pursue the above course can apply
for Other
admission ‘under sponsored category’
requirements
b. Indian National Applicants who are domicile resident of Karnataka
can also apply ‘under Karnataka Domicile category’
c. Foreign Nationals Applicants can apply ‘under Foreign/sponsored
category’

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M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology

All India
23 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Category
Karnataka
Seats Domicile 06 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
offered category
Foreign/
Sponsored 03 seats
Category
The program of study includes undergoing training in theoretical and
practical aspects of Clinical Psychology as well as in research
methodology. The course is a supervised program involving postings in
clinical units such as Adult Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry,
Family Psychiatry, Behavioural Medicine, Neuropsychology, Addiction
Program of Study
Medicine, Community Psychiatry, and Psychiatric & Neurological
Rehabilitation. Theoretical inputs are provided through didactic lectures,
case conferences, seminars and journal clubs. The students are required
to complete a research study and submit a dissertation, as part of the
course
Awards 1. Dr. M. V. Govindaswamy Memorial Prize for scoring highest marks
in M.Phil Clinical Psychology

2. Prof. V. Kumaraiah Award for the Best Outgoing student for M.Phil
Clinical Psychology for Clinical Work
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995180

M.Phil. in Psychiatric Social Work

Department Psychiatric Social Work
Eligible 2 years Master’s Degree in Social Work
Qualification
Minimum a. Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
requiremen sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public
ts for Other Sector undertakings of State/Central Government or
admission requirements Institutions/Universities can also apply under ‘sponsored category’
b. Foreign National Applicants can apply to the above course
under ‘foreign/sponsored category’
All India
23 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Category
Karnataka
Seats Domicile 06 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
offered category
Foreign /
Sponsored 03 seats
Category
In the two-year program, the candidates are exposed to application of
methods, techniques and skills of social work for promotion of mental
health, prevention of mental disorders, therapeutic interventions at
individual, group and family level as well as after care and rehabilitation
Program of Study
in institutional, semi institutional and non- institutional settings. At the
end of the second year, they have to submit a dissertation based on
explorative-descriptive, experimental-evaluative research studies related
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M.Phil. in Psychiatric Social Work

Awards 1. Dr. M. V. Govindaswamy Memorial Prize for scoring highest marks
in M.Phil Psychiatric Social Work

2. Radhakrishnan – Rukmini Memorial, Prof. R. Parthasarathy Award

for the Best Outgoing student for M.Phil Psychiatric Social Work
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995240

General Guidelines for Admission to Fellowship Courses

Department of Clinical Psychology (02 Courses)
Departments in which the Department of Mental Health Education (01 Course)
Fellowship Courses are
Department of Nursing (01 Course)
offered
Department of Psychiatric Social Work (01 Course)
Department of Psychiatry (04 Courses)
Eligible
Qualification degree as specified for the course concerned
qualification
For applicant
Applicants who are/have been sponsored/deputed employees of
General applying under
Government of India/State Government Institutions/ Universities and
Eligible ‘Sponsored
Public Sector Undertakings can apply under this category
Qualificati category’
on Applicants should have pursued and been awarded qualification from
Other an Institution/University recognized by University Grants
requirements Commission or Rehabilitation Council of India or Medical Council of
India
Course duration 1 Year
Seats under
Institute
Fellowship
Mode of Entrance Test + Verification of Original Certificates on the day of
Selection Seats under admission
Sponsorship /
Deputation
Category
Qualifying percentage in UR/OBC/EWS- 50%
Entrance Test SC/ST/PwBD – 45%
Age criteria for Eligible
Qualification (as on the day 45 Years
of course commencement)
1. Fellowship in Psychiatric Rehabilitation:
Institute
a. Medical Category- Basic Pay of Rs. 56,100/- as JR salary
Stipendiary
Category b. Non-Medical Category- Rs. 25,000/- per month
Emoluments (consolidated)
2. All Other Fellowship Courses: Rs. 25,000/-
Applicants selected under ‘Sponsored category’ or who are drawing
Sponsored
pay and allowances from their employers, are not eligible for any
category
emoluments from Institute
Rs. 26,350/- for Fellowship in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (excluding
hostel charges as applicable).
Fees Rs. 18,350/- for Fellowship courses (excluding hostel charges as
applicable). For details, refer to ‘Fees’ section of the prospectus
Leave 30 days of Annual Leave

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Fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology

Department Clinical Psychology
Eligible
2 years M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology
Minimum Qualification
requirement Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
s for Other sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
admission requirements undertakings of State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities
can apply under ‘Sponsorship/Deputation Category’
02 seats under ’Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
02 seats under ‘Sponsored category
Neuropsychology is a systematic study of brain and behaviour. It has
helped in better understanding of the brain functions, thanks to the
advent of modern techniques in the field of cognitive neurosciences.
Program of Study There is a greater need for clinical psychologists to equip themselves
with an understanding of the current developments in cognitive
neurosciences and its application to clinical practice and research in
Neuropsychology.
For more details, refer to the relevant department info on NIMHANS website or contact 080-26995180

Fellowship in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

Department Clinical Psychology
Eligible
2 years M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology
Minimum Qualification
requirements Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
for Other sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
admission Requirements undertakings of State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities
can apply through ‘Sponsorship/Deputation Category’
02 seats under ’Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
02 seats under ‘Sponsored category’
The fellowship will focus on facilitating clinical expertise in cognitive
behaviour therapies. The program is aimed at enhancing knowledge and
skills in cognitive behaviour therapies through the clinical activities and
Program of Study services of Behavioural Medicine Unit, Department of Clinical
Psychology. The candidate will be required to carry out individual
cognitive behaviour therapy under the supervision of the faculty of the
Behavioural Medicine Unit, participate in academic activities and
contribute to the clinical services rendered by the unit
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995180

Fellowship in Geriatric Mental Health Care

Department Psychiatry
Eligible
MBBS
Minimum Qualification
requirements Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
for Other sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
admission Requirements undertakings of State/Central Government can apply through
‘Sponsored category’
Seats offered 01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’

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The course provides training in Geriatric Mental Health for medical

graduates with basic qualification of MBBS. The candidate will undergo
training in diagnosis and basic management of mental health
Program of Study
problems in elderly like depression, dementia and Other related
disorders. They will also be receiving basic training in providing
emergency critical care and general medical care for elderly
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

Fellowship in Geriatric Mental Health Nursing

Department Psychiatry
Eligible
Master’s Degree in Nursing
Qualification
a. Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
Minimum sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public
requirement Other
Sector undertakings of State/Central Government or
s for Requirements
Institutions/Universities including those sponsored/deputed by the
admission
NIMHANS can apply under ‘Sponsored category’
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
02 seats for Sponsored/Deputed from State/Central Govt
This course provides training for those with Master’s Degree
qualification in Psychiatric or General Medical Nursing. The training will
be collaboratively provided by the Department of Psychiatry and
Program of Study Department of Nursing. The candidates will be provided training
related to provision of nursing care for elderly with mental health
problems in the community, hospital as well as in Other institutional
facilities like day care and residential care
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

Fellowship in Mental Health Education

Department Mental Health Education
Graduate Degree in any Health Sciences (MBBS, BAMS, BNYS, BUMS,
BHMS) OR PG Degree in Humanities (MA in Journalism, MA in Media
Studies, MA in Mass Communication, MA in Media & Communication
Eligible
Studies, MA in Journalism and Audiovisual Communication, MA in
Qualification
Minimum Social Entrepreneurship, MA in Psychology) OR PG Degree in Science
requirements (M.Sc Yoga, M.Sc Psychology, M.Sc Nursing) OR Masters in Social Work
for admission OR Masters in Public Health.
Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees sponsored/
Other deputed by the State/Central Government/ Armed Forces/ Public
Requirements Sector undertakings of State/ Central Government or Institutions/
Universities can apply under ‘Sponsorship/Deputation Category’
04 seats for ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
02 seats for ‘Sponsored category’
The course will be conducted at the NIMHANS and during the study
period the candidates will work under the guidance of consultant, with
academic and clinical responsibilities. The structure of training program
includes active participation in departmental and clinical work,
Program of Study
seminars, journal clubs, case conferences, didactic lectures, and hands-
on training in mental health education strategies. Upon successful
completion of the course, candidate will be awarded the Fellowship
Certificate in Mental Health Education
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995157

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Fellowship in Psychiatric Rehabilitation

Department Psychiatry/ under Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (PRS)
MD Psychiatry OR M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology / Psychiatric Social
Eligible Work OR Diploma in Psychiatry / Psychological Medicine OR DNB in
Qualification Psychiatry OR MBBS OR Master’s Degree in Psychology / Social Work
/ Psychosocial Rehabilitation / Nursing
1. Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
sponsored/ deputed by the State/Central Government or Public
Sector undertakings of State/Central Government or
Minimum Institutions/Universities can apply under ‘Sponsored Category’
requirements 2. MBBS with 2 years of experience of having worked in a Mental
for Health setting are eligible
admission Other
3. Master’s Degree in Psychology / Social Work / Nursing who have
requirements
had minimum of 2 years of experience of having worked in a Mental
Health setting are eligible
4. If M.Phil. Degree is for 1-year duration, 1 additional year of
experience in Mental Health setting is necessary
5. If Diploma is for 1 year duration, 1 additional year of experience
in Mental Health setting is necessary
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Medical
Seats 01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
offered 01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Non-Medical
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
If no candidates qualify under medical category, the seats will be filled by candidates from the
non- medical category and vice-versa.
The course provides training in psychiatric rehabilitation for both
medical and non-medical professionals. Medical professionals having
MBBS, Diploma or Master’s Degree in Psychiatry and non-medical
professionals with Master’s or M.Phil. related to Psychiatry are eligible
to apply for this one-year course. The candidates will get an exposure to
working at various rehabilitation settings such as day care, half way
home, long stay homes etc. Candidates will be trained in rehabilitation
Program of Study
needs assessment of mentally ill patients and their caregivers on a
continuum basis and tracking such changes. Supervised training in
making tailor- made rehabilitation plan for persons with mental illness
using the strengths model will be carried out. Candidates will also get
the opportunity to get acquainted with various community resources
available for execution of such tailor-made plans and in networking
with community resources
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

Fellowship in Psychosocial Care for Elderly

Department Psychiatry
Eligible 2 years Master’s Degree in Social Work / Psychology / Psychosocial
Qualification Rehabilitation
a. Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
Minimum
sponsored by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
requirement
undertakings of State/Central Government or
s for Other
Institutions/Universities can apply under ‘Sponsored Category’
admission requirements
b. Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
sponsored by the NIMHANS can apply under ‘Sponsorsed
Category’
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02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’

Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
This course provides training in Psychosocial Care for Elderly. The
trainees with Master’s Degree qualification in social work or psychology
will be eligible apply for this course. The training will be provided by
experts from multidisciplinary team (Geriatric Psychiatry, Psychiatric
Social Work, Clinical Psychology and Other collaborating departments)
Program of Study involved in the provision of Geriatric Clinic and Services at NIMHANS.
The candidates will also be trained for fieldwork and community based
activities with old age homes, day care and Other organization working
for elderly. The training will also include casework for psychosocial
management of elderly with mental health problems including home
visits.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

Fellowship in Psychosocial Support in Disaster Management

Department Psychosocial Support in Disaster Management
Eligible 2 years Master’s Degree in Social Work / Disaster Management /
Qualification Psychology / Psychiatric Nursing OR Master of Public Health.
Minimum
Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
requirements
sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
for admission Note
undertakings of State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities
can apply under ‘Sponsored Category’.
Sponsorship 04 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered 04 seats for ‘Sponsored Category’.
Category
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995240

Fellowship in Community Mental Health Nursing

Department Nursing
Eligible
M.Sc. in Nursing
Qualification
Minimum
Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
requirement
Other sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
s for
requirements undertakings of State/Central Government can apply under ‘Sponsored
admission
category’.
Seats offered 04 seats under ‘Sponsored Category’.
This course is designed for nurses to provide community level
interventions in mental health care with adequate theoretical and
Program of Study
practical inputs. The training would be provided in collaboration with
the Community Psychiatry unit & NIMHANS Community Mental
Health Centre, Sakalawara. The course work will include active
involvement in seminars/presentations/field visits/projects and unit
postings.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995229

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General Guidelines for Admission to Master of Public Health

Course
Department in which
Master’s Course is Department of Epidemiology
offered
Eligible
Qualification as specified for the course concerned.
Qualification
For applicants Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
applying under sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
General ‘Sponsored Undertakings of State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities
eligibility Category’ can apply through ‘Sponsored/Deputation Category’.
Applicants should have pursued and awarded qualification from an
Other Institution/University recognized by Medical Council of
requirements India/Rehabilitation Council of India/Indian Nursing Council or Other
statutory bodies as relevant.
Seats under
Institute
Mode of Fellowship Entrance test and verification of original certificates on the day of
selection Seats under admission.
sponsored
category
Duration of course 2 Years
Qualifying marks % in UR/OBC/EWS- 50%
EntranceTest SC/ST/PwBD - 45%
Age criteria (as on day of
45 Years
course commencement)
Applicants selected under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’- Rs. 25,000/-
Institute per month.
Stipendiary **No emoluments for candidates selected for seats against vacant seats
Emolument
of ‘Sponsored Category’.
s
Applicants selected under ‘Sponsored Category’ or who are drawing pay
Sponsored
and allowances from their employers, are not eligible for any emoluments
Category
from Institute.
Rs. 96,500/- (excluding hostel charges as applicable). For details, refer
Fees
to ‘Fees’ section of the prospectus.
Under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’- 30 days of Annual Leave. Any
Other form of leave availed shall be ‘without stipend’.
Leave All Leaves for candidates selected under ‘External Fellowship’/
‘Sponsored Category’ - shall be governed by Leave Rules of the External
Fellowship Agency concerned.

Master of Public Health

Department Epidemiology
MBBS OR Bachelor of Dental Sciences OR Postgraduate degree in
Minimum requirements Sociology / Statistics / Environmental Sciences / Physiotherapy /
for admission Occupational Therapy / Health Management / Social Work /
Economics / Speech Pathology and Audiology / Speech Pathology /
Audiology / Nursing
05 seats* under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
05 seats* under ‘Sponsored category’

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Master of Public Health

*If the seats under ‘Sponsored Category’ are not filled, then seats will be filled by the eligible
candidates from ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’ without fellowship. Kindly refer to ‘Guidelines for
details’.
The Master of Public Health (MPH) course was started from the
academic year 2013-14. The goal was to bridge the gap in human
resources and to strengthen public health capability of health and health
related sectors. The MPH course aims to develop quality public health
specialists who will be able to efficiently and effectively manage the
Program of study
constantly evolving health situation and systems of the country. The
course based on adult-learning principles would be skill-based and
adopt a modular learner-centered methodology. The course will have
mental health and neurosciences as the thrust areas, and will also focus
on practice of public health principles and tools.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995244

General Guidelines for Admission to M.Sc. Courses

Department of Biostatistics (01 course)
Departments in which Department of Nursing (02 courses)
M.Sc.Courses are Department of Basic Neurosciences (01 course)
offered Department of Integrative Medicine (01 course)
Department of Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology (01 course)
Eligible
Qualification degree as specified for the course concerned
qualification
For applicants Applicants who are employees of Government of India/State
applying under Government Institutions / Universities and Public Sector
General ‘Sponsored Undertakings and have been sponsored to pursue course at
eligibility category’ NIMHANS can apply under this category.
Applicants should have pursued and been awarded qualification from an
Institution/University recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC) /
Other Indian Nursing Council and Other Statutory bodies for recognition of AYUSH
requirements degrees like Central Council for Indian Medicine (CCIM), Central Council for
Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (CCRYN) and statutory bodies in each state.
Course duration 2 years
Seats under
Institute
Mode of Fellowship Entrance test + verification of original certificates on the day of
selection Seats under admission
sponsored
category
Qualifying percentage in UR/OBC/EWS - 50%
Entrance Test SC/ST/PwBD - 45%
Age Criteria (as on the 30 years for Institute Stipendiary Category
day of course
45 years for Sponsored / Deputed Category
commencement)
48 years for NIMHANS sponsored employees
Institute Applicants selected under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’ Rs.
Stipendiary 15,000/- permonth will be paid
Emoluments Sponsored Applicants selected under ‘Sponsored Category’ or who are drawing
Category pay and allowances from their employers, are not eligible for any
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Fees Rs. 24,100/- (excluding hostel charges as applicable). For details

refer to ‘Fees’ Section of the Prospectus
Leave
30 days of Annual Leave

M.Sc. in Biostatistics
Department Biostatistics
Eligible Qualification Undergraduate Degree in Mathematics / Statistics as main subjects
All India
03 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Category
Seats offered
Karnataka
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Domicile
The primary objectives of the M.Sc Biostatistics program is to develop
human resource in the area of Biostatistics which is an important
requirements in the country as there is shortage of trained personnel with
proficiency in the discipline to support advanced research programs in
Medical/ Biological sciences.
Program of Study This two years course consists of Theory and practical in both first and
second year. In addition, students need to carry out a research study and
submit dissertation during the second year.
The syllabus includes theoretical components of Mathematical statistics
to epidemiological study designs to Bayesian statistics and statistical
genetics, applied multivariate etc.
Awards Dr. R. N. Moorthy Award for scoring highest marks in M.Sc. Biostatistics

For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995120

M.Sc. in Medical Imaging Technology

Department Neuroimaging & Interventional Radiology

Eligible Qualification Full time regular undergraduate course in B.Sc. in Medical Radiology &
Imaging Technology / B.Sc. in Medical Technology Radio Diagnosis and
Imaging / B.Sc. in Radiological Technology / B.Sc. in Radiography /
B.Sc. in Medical Imaging Technology (X-ray)

All India
04 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Category
Seats offered
Karnataka
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Domicile
The primary objective of the M.Sc in Medical Imaging Technology is
to develop human resource in the area of scientific principles of
advances and hybrid imaging science and in the application of these
Program of Study principles in the field of radio diagnosis which is an important
requirements in the country as these is shortage of trained human
resource with proficiency in the discipline to support advances
research programs in MIT.

For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995120

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M.Sc. in Psychiatric Nursing

Department Nursing
Eligible
B.Sc. Nursing OR B.Sc. Hons. Nursing OR Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing
Qualification
a. The candidate should be a Registered Nurse and Registered
Midwife or equivalent with any State Nursing Registration Council
Minimum
b. The candidate should have studied B.Sc. Nursing/B.Sc. Hons.
requirement
Nursing/Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing in an institution which is
s for Other
recognized by INC
admission requirements
c. Minimum of 1-year experience after Basic B.Sc. Nursing as on the
day of admission
d. Minimum of one year of work experience prior to or after post -
basic B.Sc. Nursing as on the day of admission
All India
05 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Category
Karnataka
Domicile 02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
Category
03 seats under ‘Sponsored from NIMHANS ’
Sponsored
The selection will be based on inter-se seniority subject to qualifying
Category
in entrance examination, irrespective of marks secured in entrance test.
The M.Sc. in Psychiatric Nursing is a two-year course designed to
develop expertise and in-depth understanding of mental health nursing.
The candidates admitted to the course will be trained in clinical and
theoretical aspects of Psychiatric Nursing. The course aims at preparing
the students to take up leadership roles in service, education and
research in the area of Mental Health with special emphasis on theory
Program of study integrated with clinical practice in the multidisciplinary team. The
students will be posted to adult psychiatry, super-specialty psychiatry
and community mental health units during the course. They will work
along with the multi-disciplinary team. The course work will also
include active involvement in seminars/presentations/systematic
reviews of selected research variables, project and Dissertation work,
etc.
Awards Dr. R. N. Moorthy Award for scoring highest marks in M.Sc. Psychiatry
Nursing

For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995229

M.Sc. in Neuroscience Nursing

Department Nursing
Eligible
B.Sc. Nursing OR B.Sc. Hons. Nursing OR Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing.
Qualification
a. The candidate should be a Registered Nurse and Registered
Midwife or equivalent with any State Nursing Registration Council
Minimum
b. The candidate should have studied B.Sc. Nursing/B.Sc. Hons.
requireme
Nursing/Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing in an institution which is
nts for Other
recognized by INC
admission requirements
c. Minimum of 1-year experience after Basic B.Sc. Nursing as on the
day of admission
d. Minimum of one year of work experience prior to or after post basic
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All India
05 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary’
Category
Karnataka
Seats Domicile 02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary’
offered Category
03 seats under ‘Sponsored from NIMHANS’
Sponsored
Category The selection will be based on inter-se seniority subject to qualifying in
entrance examination, irrespective of marks secured in entrance test
The M.Sc. in Neuroscience Nursing is a two-year course designed to
develop expertise and in-depth understanding of Neuroscience
Nursing. The candidates admitted to the course will be trained in
clinical and theoretical aspects of Neuroscience Nursing. The course
aims at preparing the students to take up leadership roles in service,
education and research in the area of Neuroscience with special
Program of study
emphasis on theory integrated with clinical practice in the
multidisciplinary team. The students will be posted to Neurology and
Neurosurgery units, they will have orientation to Neuro Critical Care,
Neuroradiology and Neuro-anaesthesia. The course work will also
include active involvement in seminars/presentations/systematic
reviews of selected research variables, project and Dissertation work, etc
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995229

M.Sc. in Yoga Therapy (Mental Health & Neurosciences)

Department Integrative Medicine
B.Sc. Yoga / BNYS Graduate from a recognized University or Institute of
Eligible National Repute OR Graduate degree in Science/ Medical / Paramedical
Qualificatio courses with one Year Diploma or Equivalent in Yoga Science.
Minimum n Foreign Nationals should have minimum 200 Hours certification in Yoga
requirement from a recognized Yoga Institution / Association or Federation.
s for Applicants who are employees of Government of India/State
admission Other Government Institutions / Universities and Public Sector Undertakings
requirement and have been sponsored/ deputed to pursue course at NIMHANS can
s apply under ‘Sponsored category’.

All India
03 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Category
Karnataka
Seats offered Domicile 01 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Category
Sponsored
02 seats under ‘Sponsored / Foreign National Category’
Category
The overall aim of the department is to integrate Ayurveda, Yoga and
Modern biomedicine in prevention and treatment of neuropsychiatric
disorders. The main goal of MSc Yoga Therapy (Mental Health and
Neurosciences) is career development opportunities in the area of Yoga
therapy for mental health and neurosciences. MSc in Yoga Therapy
focuses on training individuals who have basic knowledge of yoga
Program of Study
(either bachelor’s degree in yoga or those with diploma in yoga therapy
after medical or paramedical degree) to enrich their understanding of
yoga and applicability of its treatment principles for common psychiatric
and neurological disorders. This course should enable the student to
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M.Sc. in Yoga Therapy (Mental Health & Neurosciences)

neurology and
deliver quality evidence-based yoga therapy to the patients as per the
clinical needs.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995323

M.Sc. in Neuroscience
Department Basic Neurosciences
B.Sc. in Life Sciences / Biological Sciences / MBBS / BDS / BPT /
Eligible Qualification B.Pharma / BNYS / BAMS / B.E / B.Tech. from a recognised University
/ Institute or equivalent thereof from any recognised University
All India
12 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Category
Seats
Karnataka
offered
Domicile 03 Seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Category
Human resources with requisite skills and competencies are integral for
the overall development and to build a self-reliant nation. The M.Sc
Neuroscience program is designed to develop human resources in the
area of Neuroscience, as there is a shortage of trained personnel with
proficiency in this discipline for supporting advanced research in
Neuroscience.
Program of study
The program is of multidisciplinary nature involving the Departments of
the Basic Sciences Division (Depts. Biophysics, Biostatistics, Basic
Neurosciences, Clinical Psychopharmacology and Neurotoxicology,
Human Genetics, Neurochemistry, Neurophysiology,
Neuromicrobiology and Neurobiology) of the Institute.

Awards 1. Dr. R. N. Moorthy Award for scoring highest marks in M. Sc. In

Neuroscience

2. Smt. Savithramma and Sri. Venkasteshiah Memorial Award for

scoring 2nd highest marks in M.Sc. Neuroscience

General Guidelines for Admission to Postgraduate Diploma Course

Department Neurochemistry
Minimum
requirement Qualification degree as specified for the course concerned.
General s for
Eligible admission
Qualificatio
Other Applicants should have pursued and awarded qualification from an
n
requirements Institution/University recognized by UGC.
Course duration 01 year
Entrance test + verification of original certificates on the day of admission
Mode of selection
Age criteria (as on the
32 years
day of course
commencement)
Emoluments Under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’: Rs. 15,000/- per month.
Rs. 20,750/- (excluding hostel charges as applicable). For details, refer
Fees
to ‘Fees’ section of the Prospectus.

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30 days of Annual Leave. Any Other form of leave availed shall be

Leave
‘without
stipend’.

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Biochemistry

Department Neurochemistry
Eligible Qualification M.Sc. in Biochemistry
Seats offered 04 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
The main purpose of the program is to equip the candidates with practical
and analytical skills in clinical biochemistry. Accordingly, it comprises
theory classes (30 hours) on principles of techniques, automation, quality
Program of Study management and interpretation of laboratory reports. The practical
training involving hands-on analysis of clinical samples (1790 Hours)
includes routine metabolic disorder work-up and tandem mass
spectrometry for clinical diagnosis. Annual examination will be
conducted at the end of the program.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995162

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Admissions through Institute of National Importance (INI) Common Entrance

Test (INICET) for MD in Psychiatry, DM in Neurology (Post MBBS Category)
and M.Ch. in Neurosurgery (Post MBBS Category) courses

General Guidelines for Admission to MD Courses (through INI-CET)

Department in Psychiatry
which MD
Courses are Neurological Rehabilitation
offered
Eligible
Qualification Degree as specified for the course concerned.
Qualification

General For Applicants Indian National Applicants who are/have been sponsored/deputed
Eligible applying under employees of Government of India/State Government Institutions/
Qualificat ‘Sponsored Universities and Public Sector Undertakings can apply under ‘ Sponsored
ion category’ Category’

Other a. Applicants should have pursued and awarded qualification from an

requirements Institution/University recognized by Medical Council of India

Course duration 3 years (for all candidates irrespective of DPM or MBBS qualification)

Seats under
Institute
Mode of Fellowship As per INI-CET Norms
selection Seats under
Sponsorship /
Deputation
Category
For applicants applying under:
a. ‘General/Unreserved Category’- 32 Years
Age criteria (as on the
b. ‘OBC Category’- 35 Years
day of course
commencement) c. ‘SC/ST Category’-37 Years
d. ‘Sponsored/Deputed Category’- 45 Years
Institute JR: Basic Pay of Rs.56,100 for 1st year, Rs.57,800 for 2nd year, Rs.59,500 for
Stipendiary 3rd year.
Emolume Applicants selected under ‘Sponsored category’ or who are drawing pay
nts Sponsored
and allowances from their employers, are not eligible for any emoluments
Category
of this Institute.
Rs. 73,250/- (excluding hostel charges as applicable). For details refer to
Fees
‘Fees’ Section of the prospectus.
Under ‘Institute Stipendiary’ Category - 30 days Annual Leave for 1st year
Leave
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MD in Psychiatry
Eligible
MBBS OR DPM
Qualification
Minimum
requirements Other Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
for sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public
Requirements
admission Sector undertakings of State/Central Government or
Institutions/Universities can apply under ‘Sponsorship/Deputation
Category’ in ‘All India Category’.
19 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary’
July Session
01 seat under ‘Sponsored category’ *
20 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary’
January Session
01 seat under ‘Sponsored category’ *
Seats offered
*If there are no applicants under ‘Sponsored Category’, seat will go to the
‘Unreserved Category’ under the ‘Institute Stipendiary.
**The seats will be awarded solely on the basis of overall merit and not state-wise.
For details, kindly refer to ‘Seat Matrix’ section of this Prospectus
Training of Postgraduate students is centered on a biopsychosocial
framework of clinical care, coupled with hands-on research and
academic activities. This not only enables the trainees to excel in
providing high-quality clinical services, but also provides them with
technical acumen to pursue independent research, teach and lead in the
field of mental health and neurosciences.
Program of Study The clinical services at the Department of Psychiatry, NIMHANS, are
organized into outpatient and inpatient services under general adult
psychiatry (6 clinical units), addiction medicine, psychiatric
rehabilitation services and community psychiatry. There is active liaison
with the Department of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, and a well-
established psychotherapy supervision program. Regular assessments
and feedback form part of a 360 degree formative assessment.
Awards 1. Dr. Frank Noronha Platinum Jubilee Award for the Best Outgoing
Resident in Psychiatry
2. Dr. D. L. N. Murthy Rao Silver Jubilee Award for the Topper in MD
Psychiatry
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

MD in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Department Neurological Rehabilitation
Eligible
Post MBBS
Minimum Qualification
requirement Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
s for Other sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
admission Requirements undertakings of State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities
can apply under ‘Sponsorship/Deputation Category’.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary’
01 seat under ‘Sponsored / Deputed category’
Seats offered No emoluments for candidates selected for seat against vacant seat of
Sponsored Category.
To ensure that the student after obtaining this MD degree are able to
Program of Study practice Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation independently and to train
potential teachers and specialists in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995284

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General Guidelines for Admission to DM Neurology Course under Post

MBBS Category
Eligible
Qualificatio Degree as specified for the course concerned.
n
For Indian National Applicants who are/have been-
General applicants i. Permanent employees of NIMHANS sponsored to pursue course
Eligible applying ii. Permanent employees of Government of India / State
Qualificati under Government Institutions / Universities and Public Sector
on ‘Sponsored Undertakings, sponsored to pursue course at NIMHANS
category’
Applicants should have pursued and been awarded qualification from an
Other
Institution/University recognized by Medical Council of India (Currently
requirements
National Medical Commission).
6 years for Post MBBS (3 years as Junior Resident and 3 years as Senior
Course duration
Resident).
Mode of Selection As per INI-CET Norms

Age Criteria (as on day 32 years for applicants with medical undergraduate (MBBS) qualification
of course No reservation of seats based on OBC/SC/ST/PWBD/EWS, thus
commencement) no age relaxation.
As Junior Resident: Basic Pay of Rs.56,100 for 1st year, Rs.57,800 for 2nd
year, Rs.59,500 for 3rdyear.
Emoluments
As Senior Resident: Basic Pay of Rs.67,700 for 4th year, Rs.69,700 for 5th
year, Rs.71,800 for 6th year.
Fees Rs. 91,150/- (excluding hostel charges as applicable). For details, refer to
‘Fees’ section of the prospectus.
Annual Leave of 30 days for 1st Year and 36 Days for 2nd& 3rd Year, 30
Leave days Earned Leave, 8 Days Casual Leave, 20 days Half Pay Leave and 2
days of Restricted Holidays for 4th, 5th and 6th Year.

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DM in Neurology (Post MBBS Category)

Department Neurology
Eligible Qualification MBBS
Course duration 6 years (3 years as Junior Resident and 3 years as Senior Resident).
Seats offered 04 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary’
After the initial 6 months of posting in Neurology, the residents will be
posted to Bangalore Medical College for training in general medicine,
pediatrics and allied medical specialties. After successful completion of
this training and passing DM-Part 1 examination, they will join the
Department of Neurology at PGY3 level. In the post-MD DM course, the
students will participate in a 3-year Senior Residency Program and join the
DM course at PGY3 level.
During residency in Neurology, the students will receive training in
neurological examination, diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to
common and rare, acute and chronic neurological disorders, under the
direct supervision of neurology faculty. The residents are posted in
different clinical units of neurology, outpatient and casualty services and
Program of Study also receive training in electrophysiology, neuroradiology,
neuropathology, neurosurgery, clinical psychology, adult and child and
adolescent psychiatry. They will also get opportunity to spend time in
sub-specialties of neurology such as stroke, epilepsy, neuromuscular
disorders, movement disorders, cognitive neurosciences and paediatric
neurology. Academic assignments include clinical bedside presentations,
journal clubs, seminars, etc. and research assignments include submission
of a dissertation (which is required as a partial fulfilment for the award of
DM degree). The residents are required to successfully pass DM-Part 2
examination held at mid-PGY4 level and DM Part- 3 examination
conducted at the end of PGY5. In addition, the post-MBBS candidates are
required to complete one year of Senior Residency (PGY6) after DM-Part 3
examination to be eligible for the award of DM degree.
Awards 1. Silver Jubilee award for the Best outgoing student in DM Neurology
2. Dr. Anisya Vasanth Memorial Award for the Best Post-Graduate
Resident in Neurology
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995140

General Guidelines for Admission to M.Ch. Course (Post MBBS Category)

Department under which
Neurosurgery
M.Ch. Course is offered
Eligible Qualification degree as specified for the course concerned.
Qualification
For Applicants Applicants who are/have been permanent employees of Government of
General applying under India/State Government Institutions/ Universities and Public Sector
Eligibility ‘Sponsored Undertakings, sponsored to pursue course at NIMHANS should apply
category’ under ‘Sponsored category’.
Other Applicants should have pursued and been awarded qualification from
requirements an Institution/University recognized by Medical Council of India

Course Duration 6 years (3 years as Junior Resident and 3 years as SeniorResident)

Mode of Selection As per INI-CET Norms
Age criteria (as on the 32 years for applicants with medical undergraduate (MBBS) qualification

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General Guidelines for Admission to M.Ch. Course (Post MBBS Category)

day of course No reservation of seats based on OBC/SC/ST/PWBD/EWS, thus no
commencement) age relaxation.
For Junior Resident: Basic Pay of Rs.56,100 for 1st year, Rs.57,800 for 2nd
year, Rs.59,500 for 3rdyear.
Emoluments
For Senior Resident: Basic Pay of Rs.67,700 for 4th year, Rs.69,700 for
5thyear, Rs.71,800 for 6thyear.
Rs.91,150/- (excluding hostel charges as applicable). For details, refer to
Fees
‘Fees’ section of the prospectus.
Annual Leave of 30 days for 1st Year and 36 Days for 2nd& 3rd Year, 30
Leave days Earned Leave, 8 Days Casual Leave, 20 days Half Pay Leave and 2
days of Restricted Holidays for 4th, 5th and 6th Year

M.Ch. in Neurosurgery (Post MBBS Category)

Department Neurosurgery
Eligible Qualification MBBS
July Session 02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
January Session 02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
During the course of the residency program, candidates will be trained to
gain sound theoretical knowledge of neurosurgery. An active surgical
training program ensures that candidates pass out of the Institute as full-
fledged neurosurgeons ready to practice in their chosen subspecialty
Program of Study areas. Students are trained to operate on all varieties of emergency and
elective neurosurgical procedures on the brain and spinal cord. Training
is imparted in handling of surgical microscopes, drills, micro-instruments
during the course. Candidates have to submit a thesis and are
encouraged to pursue advanced training following the M.Ch. course.
Awards Silver Jubilee award for the Best outgoing student in M.Ch. Neurosurgery
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995403

Admissions through Institute of National Importance (INI) Super Specialty

Entrance Test (INI-SSET) for DM (Post MD/DNB) & M.Ch (Post MS / DNB)

Department Course offered

Child & Adolescent
DM in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Psychiatry
Neuroanaesthesia and DM in Neuroanaesthesia and
Neurocritical Care Neurocritical Care
Neuroimaging and DM in Neuroimaging and Interventional
Departments DM
under which Interventional Radiology Neuroradiology
Courses Neurology DM in Neurology
Super-Specialty
programs are Neuropathology DM in Neuropathology
offered
a. DM in Geriatric Psychiatry
Psychiatry b. DM in Addiction Psychiatry
c. DM in Forensic Psychiatry
M.Ch.
Neurosurgery M.Ch. in Neurosurgery
Course

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General Guidelines for Admissions to DM Courses

Eligible
Degree as specified for the course concerned.
Qualification
For Indian National Applicants who are/have been-
Applicants i. Permanent employees of NIMHANS sponsored to pursue course
General applying ii. Permanent employees of Government of India / State
Eligible under Government Institutions / Universities and Public Sector
Qualificatio ‘Sponsored Undertakings, sponsored to pursue course at NIMHANS
n category’
Applicants should have pursued and been awarded qualification from an
Other
Institution/University recognized by Medical Council of India (Currently
requirements
National Medical Commission).
Course duration 03 Years
Mode of Selection As per INI-SSET Norms
‘Under MD/DNB Category’- 37 years
Age Criteria (as on day of
course commencement) No reservation of seats based on OBC/SC/ST/PwBD/EWS, thus no
age relaxation for the same.
Post MD/DNB Basic Pay of Rs.67,700 for 1st year, Rs.69,700 for 2nd year, Rs.71,800 for
Category 3rdyear SR
Applicants selected under ‘Sponsored category’ or permanent employees
Emoluments
Sponsored of Government of India/State Government Institutions/ Universities and
Category Public Sector Undertakings, sponsored to pursue course at NIMHANS are
not eligible for any emoluments from Institute.
Rs. 81,250/- (excluding hostel charges as applicable). For details, refer to
Fees the ‘Fees’ section of the prospectus.
30 days Earned Leave, 20 days Half Pay Leave, 8 days Casual Leave
Leave and 2 days Restricted Holiday per year for Senior Resident.

DM in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Department Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Eligible
MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
Minimum Qualification
requirements Indian / Foreign National Applicants who are permanent employees
for Other sponsored by the State / Central Government or Public Sector
admission Requirements undertakings of State /Central Government or Institutions /
Universities can apply under Sponsored Category.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
02 seats under ‘Sponsored Category’
DM (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry) course at NIMHANS has always
focused on enabling the trainees to acquire necessary knowledge, skills
and practicing attitudes that make them leaders in the field of child and
adolescent mental health. The training lays emphasis on managing,
teaching and participating in a multi-disciplinary team. Trainees work as
full time Senior Residents in the out- patient, in-patient and emergency
Program of Study settings. They supervise Junior Residents pursuing their MD
(Psychiatry), M.Phil. trainees from Clinical Psychology and Psychiatric
Social Work.DM trainees are supervised by the faculty of the Department
of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. The curriculum also lays emphasis
on empowering child and adolescent psychiatry trainees to make
independent clinical decisions, be part of a multi-disciplinary team, think
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and impart these skill sets to Others through mentoring and teaching
activities. DM (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry) course provides a wide
exposure to a variety of cases, opportunities for research and
participation in advocacy for children and adolescents in the community.
Trainees should make use of these opportunities for continued
professional development.
The curriculum draws inspiration from various guidelines, including the
Joint Commission on Higher Psychiatric Training published by the Royal
College of Psychiatrists, teaching curricula for psychiatry residency from
leading universities like Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK, Harvard
Medical School, USA, and the Johns Hopkins University, USA.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995351

DM in Neuroanaesthesia & Neurocritical Care

Department Neuroanaesthesia & Neurocritical Care
Eligible
Qualificatio MD in Anaesthesiology OR DNB in Anaesthesiology
Minimum n
requirements
Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
for
Other sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
admission
requirements undertakings of State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities
can apply under ‘Sponsored Category’.
07* seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
July Session
Seats offered 02 seats under ‘Sponsored Category’
January Session 03 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
* Out of 07 seats unfilled 03 seats are carried forward from the January Session
of INI – SS of AY 2024-25
The course envisages training the candidates in the following areas:
i. Basic Sciences related to Neuroanaesthesia
ii. Clinical Neuroanaesthesia for Neurosurgery
iii. Anaesthesia for Neuroradiological procedures including
Program of Study Interventional Neuroradiology and Magnetic Resonance Imaging
iv. Neuromedical and Neurosurgical Intensive Care
v. Principles of Research in Neuroanaesthesia
vi. Experience in Handling Modern Anaesthesia and Intensive Care
Equipment
Awards Dr. Usha Punja Award for the Best outgoing student in DM
Neuroanaesthesia & Neurocritical Care
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995415

DM in Neuroimaging and Interventional

Neuroradiology
Department Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology
Eligible
Minimum MD in Radiodiagnosis OR DNB in Radiodiagnosis
Qualification
requirement
s Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
for Other sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
admission requirements undertakings of State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities
can apply under ‘Sponsored Category’.
04 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered

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01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’

The DM course in Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology is a 3-year
course. During the first year, the candidate will be posted on a rotation
basis in the modalities of CT/CT SPECT/MRI/MR PET/DSA for 11
months. Basic orientation to neuroradiology is provided during the initial
months. Later, the candidate will be extensively trained to acquire
adequate skills in performing all neuro-radiological procedures. The
candidate will be posted to the Departments of Neuroanaesthesia and
Program of Study
Neuropathology for 15 days each to acquire basic knowledge of these
disciplines. During the second year, the candidate will receive hands-on
training in interventional neuroradiology under supervision, and posted
to the Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery for a period of one
month each to gain basic skills and broaden exposure in the respective
fields. The third year will be spent in acquiring specialized skills in
interventional radiological procedures and MRI.
Awards Golden Jubilee Award for the Best outgoing student in DM Neuroimaging
and Interventional Neuroradiology
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995424

DM in Neurology (Post MD / DNB Category)

Department Neurology
Eligible MD in Internal (General) Medicine/ Paediatrics OR DNB in Internal
Minimum Qualification (General) Medicine / Paediatrics
requirements Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
for Other sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
admission Requirements undertakings of State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities
can apply under ‘Sponsored Category’.
Course duration 03 years for Post MD/DNB (03 years as Senior Resident)
05 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
July Session If there are no applicants under ‘Sponsored Category’
Seats offered
seat will go to Institute Stipendiary in ‘Post MD/DNB
Category’.
January Session 10 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary’
After the initial 6 months of posting in Neurology, the residents will be
posted to Bangalore Medical College for training in general medicine,
paediatrics and allied medical specialities. After successful completion of
this training and passing DM- Part 1 examination, they will join the
Department of Neurology at PGY3 level. In the post-MD DM course, the
students will participate in a 3-year Senior Residency Program and join
the DM course at PGY3 level. During residency in Neurology, the
students will receive training in neurological examination, diagnostic
and therapeutic approaches to common and rare, acute and chronic
neurological disorders, under the direct supervision of neurology
faculty. The residents are posted in different clinical units of neurology,
Program of Study outpatient and casualty services and also receive training in
electrophysiology, neuroradiology, neuropathology, neurosurgery,
clinical psychology, adult and child and adolescent psychiatry. They will
also get opportunity to spend time in sub-specialities of neurology such
as stroke, epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, movement disorders,
cognitive neurosciences and paediatric neurology. Academic
assignments include clinical bedside presentations, journal clubs,
seminars, etc. and research assignments include submission of a
dissertation (which is required as a partial fulfilment for the award of
DM degree). The residents are required to successfully pass DM-Part 2

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DM in Neurology (Post MD / DNB Category)

examination held at mid- PGY4 level and DM Part-3 examination
conducted at the end of PGY5. In addition, the post-MBBS candidates
are required to complete one year of Senior Residency (PGY6) after DM-
Part 3 examination to be eligible for the award of DM degree.
Awards 1. Silver Jubilee award for the Best outgoing student in DM Neurology
2. Dr. Anisya Vasanth Memorial Award for the Best Post-Graduate
Resident in Neurology
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995140

DM in Neuropathology
Department Neuropathology
Eligible
MD in Pathology OR DNB in Pathology
Minimum Qualification
requirements Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
for Other sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
admission requirements undertakings of State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities
can apply under ‘Sponsored Category’
01 seat under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
The students are trained in diagnostic, molecular and ultrastructural
Neuropathology and are exposed to teaching and research activities. They
also receive comprehensive training in related aspects of clinical and basic
neurosciences. The students gain proficiency in diagnostic neuropathology
by extensive exposure to large number of biopsies received for diagnosis.
Participation in the clinic pathologic slide sessions and brain cutting
conferences provides insight into clinical, radiological and therapeutic
Program of study implications of diagnosis. Taking part in regular academic activities of the
department augments their learning/teaching capabilities. The clinical
autopsy rotations provide exposure and training in the techniques of brain
removal, anatomy and evaluation of cause of death. The abundant surgical
and autopsy material provides ample opportunity for research. The program
is aimed at holistically nurturing the students to gain expertise in diagnostic
neuropathology, to carry out research and imparting teaching, thus
enhancing capacity building in the nation in the field of Neuropathology.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995130

DM in Geriatric Psychiatry
Department Psychiatry
Eligible Qualification MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
Seats offered 02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category'
This course provides three years training in Geriatric Psychiatry. The
students will be trained in assessment and management
(pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy and brain stimulation) of cognitive
disorders and Other neuropsychiatric disorders in elderly. They will also
Program of Study be trained in research methodology essential for conducting studies in the
geriatric population. They will also get training in Basic Sciences and
Other clinical specialties related to Geriatric Psychiatry (Ex. Neurology,
Neuropathology, Community Psychiatry and Geriatric Medicine).
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

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DM in Addiction Psychiatry
Department Psychiatry
Eligible
Minimum Qualification MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
requiremen Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
ts for Other sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
admission Requirements undertakings of State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can
apply under ‘Sponsored Category’.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Seats offered
02 seats under ‘Sponsored Category’
The residents will undergo training in Addiction Psychiatry, which
involves substance use disorders, behavioural addiction, dual diagnosis.
As a part of the course, residents will have to work on a dissertation
under supervision of the faculty in relevant field. The residents will be
trained in clinical, research and policy related aspects of Addiction
Program of Study Psychiatry. They will also undergo training in substance use in special
populations like children and adolescents. Training in branches
intertwined with substance use including gastroenterology, neurology,
neuroanaesthesia, family therapy, behaviour therapy and epidemiology
is also extended. As a part of the training, the residents will be posted
to AIIMS (New Delhi) and PGIMER (Chandigarh).
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

DM in Forensic Psychiatry
Department Psychiatry
Eligible
Minimu
Qualificati MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry
m
on
requirem
Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
ents for Other
sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
admissi requireme
undertakings of State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities can
on nts
apply under ‘Sponsored Category’.
Seats offered 02 seats under ‘Sponsored Category’.
The DM in Forensic Psychiatry course is targeted to develop the
candidate’s clinical acumen and skills to enable them to function as
experts in the field of forensic psychiatry. This training will equip the
trainee with the skills in forensic aspects of mental health care, to purse
productive teaching, forensic psychiatry assessments, drafting reports,
expert witness, and independent research and to lead research groups in
forensic psychiatry and to participate in the development and execution of
policies and programs related to forensic psychiatry and human rights.
Candidates will receive training and education in administrative, civil,
Program of Study
criminal, correctional, and legislative issues. The programme will also
offer them opportunity to develop their specific interests in this area,
including research, child forensic psychiatry, psychological and biological
investigations in forensic cases and to learn how to work effectively in a
team in forensic treatment settings.On completion of the course, the
candidate should be able to deliver the highest quality of forensic mental
health care, advocate on mental health human rights, be a competent and
inspiring teacher and be able to pursue and supervise both clinical and
experimental research in the area of forensic psychiatry.
For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995250

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General Guidelines for Admissions to M.Ch. Course under Post MS/DNB

Category
Department under which
Neurosurgery
M.Ch. Course is offered
Eligible Qualification degree as specified for the course concerned.
Qualification
For Applicants Applicants who are/have been permanent employees of Government of
General applying under India/State Government Institutions/ Universities and Public Sector
Eligibility‘Sponsored Undertakings, sponsored to pursue course at NIMHANS should apply
category’ under ‘Sponsored category’.
Other Applicants should have pursued and been awarded qualification from
requirements an Institution/University recognized by Medical Council of India
Course Duration 3 years as Senior Resident
Mode of Selection As per INI-SS Norms
Age criteria (as on the 37 years
day of course No reservation of seats based on OBC/SC/ST/PWBD/EWS, thus no
commencement) age relaxation.
SR: Basic Pay of Rs.67,700 for 1st year, Rs.69,700 for 2nd year, Rs.71,800 for
Emoluments
3rdyear.

Fees Rs. 81,250/- (excluding hostel charges as applicable). For details, refer
to ‘Fees’ section of the prospectus.

Leave 30 days Earned Leave, 8 days Casual Leave, 20 days Half Pay Leave and
2 days of Restricted Holidays per year.

M.Ch. in Neurosurgery (Post MS/DNB) Category

Eligible
MS in General Surgery OR DNB in General Surgery
Minimum Qualification
requirements Indian National Applicants who are permanent employees
for Other sponsored/deputed by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
admission requirements undertakings of State/Central Government or Institutions/Universities
can apply under ‘Sponsored Category’.
02 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
July 01 seat under ‘Sponsored Category’
Session If there are no applicants under sponsored category, the seat
Seats offered
will be filled by Institute Stipendiary category
January
03 seats under ‘Institute Stipendiary Category’
Session
During the course of the residency program, candidates will be trained to
gain sound theoretical knowledge of neurosurgery. An active surgical
training program ensures that candidates pass out of the Institute as full-
fledged neurosurgeons ready to practice in their chosen subspecialty
Program of Study areas. Students are trained to operate on all varieties of emergency and
elective neurosurgical procedures on the brain and spinal cord. Training
is imparted in handling of surgical microscopes, drills, micro-
instruments during the course. Candidates have to submit a thesis and
are encouraged to pursue advanced training following the M.Ch.
course.
Awards Silver Jubilee award for the Best outgoing student in M.Ch. Neurosurgery

For more details, refer Department’s information on NIMHANS Website or contact 080-26995403

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Categories of Applicants

A. Classification based on Nationality

1. Indian Nationals
2. Foreign Nationals

1. Categorization of Indian Nationals:

i. Unreserved OR General Category:

All Indian National applicants including Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) except those under reserved
categories (Other Backward Classes/Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe) are considered under this
category.

Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) applicants registered under Section 7A of Citizenship Act 1955 are
eligible to apply under this category and all terms and conditions applicable for Indian National
applicants will be applicable to such applicants. Such applicants will submit proof of Registration as OCI
under Section 7A of Citizenship Act 1955 to be eligible to appear for Entrance Test.

ii. Other Backward Classes Category:

Indian Nationals belonging to Non-Creamy Layer of various communities as per the Gazette
Notification issued by Government of India, from time to time, are considered under this category. For
more information, kindly visit the following link to see the Central list of OBC: http://www.ncbc.nic.in

Candidates belonging to Non-Creamy Layer of various Caste/Communities designated as OBC, should

be in possession of OBC Certificate (format enclosed) issued by the following Gazetted Officers, and the
certificate should be uploaded in the Online Application Form:
I. District Magistrate/Additional Magistrate/Collector/Deputy Commissioner/Additional Deputy
Commissioner/Deputy Collector/1st Class Stipendiary Magistrate/Sub-Divisional Magistrate/
Taluka Magistrate/Executive Magistrate/Extra Assistant Commissioner (not below the rank of 1st
Class Stipendiary Magistrate).
II. Chief Presidency Magistrate/Additional Chief Presidency Magistrate/Presidency Magistrate.
III. Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tehsildar and
IV. Sub-Divisional Officer of the area, where the candidate and/or his or her family resides.

The candidates must upload/attach while filing the Online Application Form and produce a certified
English Translation Copy of the Caste Certificate during the Counselling, if the Caste Certificate is in
Regional Language.

iii. Scheduled Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST) Categories:

Indian Nationals belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) as per the Gazette
Notification issued by various State Governments or Government of India from time to time, fall under
this category.
Candidates belonging to SC or ST should be in possession of SC/ST Certificate issued by Gazetted
Officers of various State Governments or Government of India and the SC/ST Certificate should be
uploaded in the Online Application Form. The candidates must upload/attach/produce a certified
English Translation Copy of the Caste Certificate, if the Caste Certificate issued is in Regional Language.

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iv. Domicile Category

Indian Nationals having ‘domicile’ in any of the below mentioned states can apply for the following
courses under this category by providing valid Domicile documents/certificate at the time of Online
Application Form:

Domicile State/s* Courses

M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology, M.Phil. in
Psychiatric Social Work, M.Sc. courses,
Fellowship in Mental Health Education,
Karnataka
Fellowship in Psychosocial Support in Disaster
Management, Post Graduate Diploma in
Clinical Biochemistry

To claim that candidates are residents/domiciles of the above mentioned states, he/she should produce a
certificate from the Tehsildar to the effect that he/she or his/her father/mother has been a resident of that
state for a period of 07 years or has owned or possessed land or property or house in that state.
Candidates submitting Domicile Certificate in any Other language than English need to provide a certified
Translation of the Certificate at the time of the admission.

Applicants are further classified on the basis of Reserved Categories (Other Backward Classes/Scheduled
Caste/Scheduled Tribe) under the ‘Domicile Category’ for the purpose of admission to MD in Psychiatry,
M.Phil.

v. EWS Category:
Indian Nationals (Economically Weaker Section) who are not covered under the scheme of reservation for
SC/ST/OBC and whose family gross annual income is below Rs.8 Lakh (Rupees eight lakh) are to be
identified as EWS for benefit of reservation for EWS.

To claim that candidates should produce latest income certificate of their parents issued by Gazetted
Officers of Government of India and the Certificate should be uploaded in the Online Application Form
and the same should be submitted to Academic & Evaluation section on the day of admission.

vi. Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) Category

5% of the seats are reserved for PwBD (between 40% to 70% disability) as per the Government of India
regulations in all courses offered at NIMHANS except for:

1. All Super Specialty (DM Courses and M.Ch.) Courses.

2. All Postdoctoral Fellowship Courses.
3. M.Sc. in Psychiatric/Neuroscience Nursing Course.

No reservation for PhD applicants as INIs are exempted from reservation for PhD courses as per Central
Educational Institutions (reservation in admission) Act 2006 No.5 to 7.

No dedicated seats available for PwBD candidates. However, if the PwBD candidate qualifies in the
Entrance Test 5% of the total sanctioned seat will be allotted to PWBD category for that course.

Age is relaxable by a maximum of 5 years in the case of PwBD candidates as on the date of
commencement of concerned course. All provisions as per the PwBD Act 2016 are applicable.

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The confirmed admission shall be given to candidate subject to fitness on medical examination duly
constituted by Medical board involving the faculty from relevant discipline. Vacant seat, if any under
PwBD in a course, shall be offered to the eligible candidate from the general/relevant category under the
same course.

If the Applicant with PwBD (40%-70%), needs a writer (scribe), then they should intimate this office of the
Institute through email and obtain prior permission for the same.
The applicant may go through the “guidelines for applicant with scribe” and “guidelines for scribe”
enclosed in this prospectus.
The applicant needs to carry a copy of the declaration (Annexure A) along with the admit card and
supporting ID proof (candidate and scribe) on the day of the Entrance Test.

2. Foreign Nationals

All Foreign Nationals (holding passports of countries Other than India) and Non-Resident Indians
(NRIs) should apply under “Foreign National” category.

The following points need to be kept in mind while applying for courses at NIMHANS:

i. The respective authorized Indian bodies should recognize applicants’ basic qualification. For
example, UGC, NMC, RCI, INC and so on, as applicable.
ii. Applicants should register their MBBS Degree in the Medical Council or respective equivalent bodies
of their countries and will have to take prior permission from the National Medical Commission
(NMC) before applying for Postgraduate Courses in the Institute. In the event of selection, the
applicant/s have to apply for temporary registration with National Medical Commission (NMC) for
the duration of postgraduate study.
iii.Applicants selected to join course under ‘Foreign Nationals’ Category are not eligible for any
emolument/ stipendiary benefits from NIMHANS. No Other source of funding will be considered.
iv. For obtaining temporary registration number, foreign students (who have qualified in the Entrance
Test) having medical degrees should contact, The Secretary, National Medical Council (Formerly
Medical Council of India), Pocket-14, Sector - 8, Dwarka Phase –I, New Delhi – 110 077.
v. For instructions regarding the ‘Sponsorship’ of Foreign Nationals, kindly refer to ‘Foreign Nationals’
sub-section in ‘Sponsored category’ section under ‘Classification based on source of
Fellowship/Stipendiary’.
vi. Foreign Nationals are permitted to pursue PhD Program only if they are sponsored from
Governmental Organizations, recognized Universities, National Scholarships of any
reputed/recognized organization. No Other source of funding will be considered. However, such
applications will be considered at the discretion of the competent authority at NIMHANS for
permitting them to appear for Entrance Test and /interview.

B. Classification based on nature of Fellowship / Stipend:

I. Institute Stipendiary:
Applicants selected under this category are eligible for Institute Stipendiary (Emoluments) as
specified under ‘Emoluments’ Section of this Prospectus.

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Applicants applying under ‘Unreserved or General Category, ‘OBC Category’, ‘SC/ST Category’
and ‘Domicile Category- Karnataka Domicile /North Eastern Domicile Category’, are considered
under Institute Stipendiary Category.

II. Non-Institute Stipendiary:

Applicants selected under this category are not paid any emoluments/stipendiary benefits by
NIMHANS. These are classified under various sub-categories:

1. External Fellowship:
Applicants with Fellowships from Government funding Agencies like UGC, CSIR, ICMR, DBT,
DST, AYUSH (specific reference to courses in Yoga and Ayurveda) (Junior Research Fellow / Senior
Research Fellow only) and any Other Government Funding Agency.

The applicants applying under this category should be able to produce and submit the External
Fellowship Award Letter from the concerned External Funding Agency at the time of verification of
Certificates, if selected to join the PhD Program.

Activation of Junior Research Fellowship/Senior Research Fellowship will be done only after
joining PhD Program at NIMHANS.

Cross over admission with regards to the applicant who has applied for a course under Institute
Stipendiary category will not be selected under External Fellowship Category for admission or vice
versa also no crossover of categories during the admission process will be accepted by NIMHANS.

2. Funded by Research Projects at NIMHANS:

Applicants working in different funded Projects at NIMHANS with a minimum of 2 Years 6 months
of tenure from the date of commencement of PhD Program in the concerned Session.

The Principal Investigator of the Project supporting the PhD Scholar should have permanent
employment at this Institute.

Applicants under NIMHANS Contract/ Adhoc shall have employment and financial support of a
minimum of 3 years from the date of commencement of PhD Program in the concerned Session.

At least one of the Investigators (Principal Investigator / Co-Investigator) of the Funded Project will
serve as a main guide or co-guide. For academic-related administrative purposes the PhD Scholar
will be under the Main Guide’s department in which the candidate is working.

A scholar who desires to conduct research in a subject which is multi-disciplinary in nature, should
have co-guide (s) / Joint Guide (s) from the concerned discipline who have adequate expertise on
the subject of the thesis.

Principal Investigator / Co-investigator will serve as the main guide / co-guide / joint-guide to the
selected candidates who are working in the project.

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i. The age of permanent employees of NIMHANS should not be more than 42 years. They are eligible to
apply for PhD course, in a subject related to their sphere of duties of the Government servant, which will
be decided by the competent authority.

ii. Permanent employees of NIMHANS can apply for PhD in the various departments of this Institute
with NOC from Competent Authority. However, such applications will be considered at the discretion
of the Competent Authority at NIMHANS for permitting them to appear for Entrance Test and
Interview.

3. Sponsored/Deputed Category:
Indian Nationals / Foreign Nationals who are permanent employees sponsored/deputed by
the State/Central Government or Public Sector undertakings of State/Central
Government/Universities, are considered under this category for the purpose of admission to
various courses.

System adopted for allotment of sponsored category seats for all PDF courses*:
1. First preference to the Indian Nationals in selection.
2. Second preference to SAARC Nationals Other than India (Afghanistan, Bangladesh,
Bhutan, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka) in selection.
3. Third preference to the Other foreign nationals in selection.
* Should produce sponsorship letter from concerned MOHA along-with applications.

Applicants applying under this category, should keep the following points in mind while applying:

a. Minimum requirements for admission to the courses will be the same as indicated for all the
respective courses.
b. The applicant should qualify in the Entrance test and /Interview, as indicated against the concerned
course.
c. The applicant should produce the sponsorship certificate in the prescribed format as provided in the
Prospectus/ or from the concerned employer. The course/s for which the applicant is being
sponsored should be clearly specified in the sponsorship certificate by the sponsoring
authority/employer.
d. The sponsorship letter from the employer has to be furnished by the applicant at the time of Online
application form or admission. The candidature of applicants failing to produce sponsorship /
deputation letter at the time of admission will be treated as cancelled and not allowed for
admission to the course.
e. Applicants applying under the above category are not eligible for any emoluments for the duration
of course from NIMHANS.
f. If any communication is received from Parent department/office/employer of a sponsored
applicant withholding permission to appear for the entrance test/interview/admission to the
course, the candidature/admission of such applicant/s will be cancelled, and no further
correspondence in this regard will be entertained.
g. Sponsorship for Foreign Nationals to pursue PhD course is permitted only from Governmental
Organizations, recognized Universities and National Scholarships of any reputed/recognized
organization.
h. Sponsored candidates from State Government/Government of India are not eligible for any
stipendiary benefits.

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Employees of State or Central Government or of any Public Sector Undertaking of State or Central
Government should send their applications through their employers. However, the advance copy of the
application (complete in all respects) can be submitted. In case the application is not received through
the employer, a No Objection Certificate from the employer should be produced before the date of the
Entrance Test. In case, the candidate is selected, the sponsorship/ deputation letter from the employer
should be produced at the time of interview/ admission failing which the candidate will not be
admitted to the course.

Seat Matrix
I. Reservation Roster prescribed by the Government of India will be followed for each course as applicable.
If suitable candidates are not available under the reserved category, they will be filled up by General
category candidates.
II. Number of seats and reservation may vary from time to time as per the directions of the Government of
Indiathrough relevant notifications.
III. There is no reservation of seats (for applicants belonging to OBC/SC/ST Categories) in PhD Programs,
Postdoctoral Fellowship and Super Speciality courses.
IV. The following seats are reserved for various ‘Domicile Categories’ in various courses:

Domicile reservation North Eastern States

Karnataka Domicile
category Domicile
Postgraduate Courses
Master of Public 01 Seat under ‘Institute
Health Stipendiary Category’ -

M.Phil.in Clinical 06 Seats under ‘Institute

Psychology Course Stipendiary Category’ -
M.Phil.in Psychiatric 06 Seats under ‘Institute
Social Work Course Stipendiary Category’ -
01 Seat under ‘Institute
M.Sc. in Biostatistics -
Stipendiary Category’
M.Sc. in Psychiatric 02 Seats under ‘Institute
Nursing Stipendiary Category’ -
M.Sc. in Neuroscience 02 Seats under ‘Institute
Nursing Stipendiary Category’ -
M.Sc. in Yoga Therapy
01 Seat under ‘Institute
(Mental Health & -
Stipendiary Category’
Neurosciences)
03 seats under ‘Institute
M.Sc. in Neuroscience -
Stipendiary Category’
M.Sc. in Medical 01 Seat under ‘Institute
Imaging Technology Stipendiary Category’ -
Fellowship in Mental 01 Seat under ‘Institute
Health Education Stipendiary Category’ -
Fellowship in
Psychosocial Support 01 Seat under ‘Institute
in Disaster Stipendiary Category’ -
Management
Post Graduate
01 Seat under ‘Institute
Diploma in Clinical -
Stipendiary Category’
Biochemistry

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To claim that candidates are residents/domiciles of the above-mentioned states, he/she

should produce a certificate from the Tehsildar to the effect that he/she or his/her father/mother has
been a resident of that state for a period of 07 years or has owned or possessed land or property or
house in that state. Candidates submitting Domicile Certificate in any Other language than English
need to provide a certified Translation of the Certificate at the time of the Counselling/Interview.

Age Limit

I. The age is calculated as on 01.07.2025 for July Session.

II. The age limit for various courses has been indicated under respective sections.
III. Age is relaxable by a maximum of 5 years in the case of SC/ST candidates and by a maximum of 3
years for OBC candidates, for the courses where the seats are reserved for OBC/SC/ST only.
IV. Age is relaxable by a maximum of 5 years in the case of PwBD candidates (check PwBD block under
reservation of seats section for more information).
V. No reservations is applicable for Sponsored candidates.

Eligibility Criteria

I. For Medical Courses

1. MBBS degree from a recognized University or from any Other University recognized as equivalent
thereto by NIMHANS and by the Medical Council of India / National Medical Commission
(NMC).
2. The candidate should have completed compulsory rotation internship of one year after MBBS or
its equivalent as recognized by Medical Council of India on or before the date of commencement
of course. A certificate to that effect has to be produced. The candidate should have permanent
registration with State Medical Council. Candidates who do not submit the certificate of
completion of internship on the day of admission to the course will not be admitted under any
circumstance.
3. Candidates who have MD/MS/DNB/DPM from a recognized University or from any Other
University recognized as equivalent thereto by NIMHANS and by the Medical Council of India
may apply for the course. However, candidates who are awaiting the results may also appear for
the entrance test, subject to production of proof of having passed the examination on or before the
date of admission to the course.

II. For Non-Medical Courses

1. Candidates with M.Sc. / MA / MSW/ BAMS / BE / B.Tech / B.Sc. should have passed the requisite
examination from a University recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) with not less
than 55% of marks in aggregate on or before the date of interview/ admission. Candidates who have
appeared for the qualifying examination and are awaiting results, may also apply. However, such
candidates will be eligible to appear for the interview / admission only if they produce the proof of
having passed the examination in writing.
2. In case, grades are awarded in lieu of marks in the qualifying examination, candidates have to
produce a certificate from the University clearly stating the range of marks into which each of the
grades fit, failing which, such applications will be rejected.

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3. Candidates with Master’s degree obtained through research and awarded on the basis of the
evaluation of the thesis (from a University recognized by NIMHANS which does not award marks at
the master’s level) are also eligible to apply for PhD Program.
4. A relaxation of 5% marks in aggregate will be given for candidates belonging to SC / ST / PwBD
category.

Online application submission procedure

I. Application should be submitted through the online mode (only) along with all the attachments,
signature and photograph through the link available in website along-with this Prospectus.
II. All claims made in the application must be supported with documentary proof in original along with a
set of photocopies at the time of interview/admission.
III. A candidate can apply for a maximum of 3 (three) courses only (provided they are eligible).
Applicants are not permitted to submit multiple online applications.
IV. The candidate is required to understand the course requirements and other eligibility criteria,
required for the course before which he/she is applying for the same. The application fee once paid
will not be refunded under any circumstances.
V. Employees of State or Central Government or of any Public Sector Undertaking of State or Central
Government should submit their applications along-with NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATE
uploaded/enclosed.
VI. Any reasons for delay in submission of application / or applications received after the last date will
not be considered under any circumstances.
VII. All relevant communications regarding July 2025 session entrance test will be notified in official
website www.nimhans.ac.in. Any query regarding the same may be addressed to
[email protected]. No Other mode of communication will be entertained.

Enclosures to be Uploaded in Online Application Form

I. The below mentioned original certificates/documents are required to be uploaded in Online

Application Form by applicants:

1. 10th/SSLC/Matriculation Certificate, containing Date of Birth and Full Name of Applicant.

2. Certificates relating to Eligible Qualification:

a. Non-Medical Bachelor’s Degree:
I. Marks Card of all years/semesters
II. Degree Certificate
III. Transfer Certificate from Institution/College, from where the last qualification degree was pursued.

b. Medical Qualifications:

i . Bachelor’s Degree (MBBS / BAMS (Ayurveda) / Bachelor in Unani Medicine / Bachelor of

Veterinary Sciences / BDS / DPM / B.Sc.):
I. Marks Card of all years/semesters
II. Degree Certificate.
III. Attempt Certificate, in case of eligible qualification being MBBS.

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IV. Medical Council Registration Certificate.

V. Internship Completion Certificate, in case of eligible qualification being MBBS.
VI. Transfer Certificate from Institution/College, from where the last qualification degree was pursued.

ii. Master’s Degree (MD/MS/DM/DNB):

I. Marks Card of all years/semesters
II. Degree Certificate.
III. Attempt Certificate.
IV. Medical Council Registration Certificate.
V. Transfer Certificate from Institution/College, from where the Master’s Degree was pursued.

3. ‘Equivalence Certificate’ from Association of Indian Universities (AIU) for Eligible qualification
obtained from a Foreign University/College.

4. Experience Certificate to be enclosed in application, if experience is one of the criteria for admission
to the course.

II. Certificates/Documents to be uploaded for ‘Community Certificate’

1. OBC Certificate (for details regarding the requirements of the OBC Certificate, kindly refer to
‘Annexure’ Section of this Prospectus).
2. SC/ST Certificate issued by any State / Central Govt.
If the above certificates are in vernacular language of the state, then a certified translation copy in English
needs to be uploaded along with Original Certificate.

III. Certificates/Documents to be uploaded for ‘Domicile Certificate’

1. Valid domicile certificate stating candidate has been a domicile of minimum of 07 Years of a
particular state in India which is issued by Tehsildar.
2. A valid certified translation copy in English is also required to be submitted, if the certificate is in the
vernacular language or not in English.
If the domicile certificate certifies that a candidate is a domicile of the particular state for less than 7 years,
then valid document/certificate stating that the candidate/his or her parent(s) has been a resident of the said
domicile state or has owned or possessed land or property or house in the said domicile state has to be also
produced.

IV. Certificates/Documents to be uploaded for ‘External Fellowship Certificate’

Valid External Fellowship Award Letter or Score Card of the Result for JRF / SRF from the
concerned External Funding Agency (UGC NET / ICMR / CSIR / CSIR- UGC / NFOBC / NFSC /
DBT / DST / AYUSH NET / Any Other Government Fellowships)

If the score card of the result is submitted, it should clearly state that the applicant has qualified in the exam
for JRF/ SRF and is selected for awarding of External Fellowship and if the candidate is selected for admission,
copy of Award Letter has to be mandatorily produced on the day of joining.

V. Certificates/Documents to be uploaded for Sponsorship Certificate’

1. Indian National Applicants sponsored by NIMHANS, should upload ‘Sponsorship Certificate’ and
‘No Objection Certificate’ from Competent Authority, NIMHANS.

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2. Indian National Applicants sponsored by Government of India OR State Government -

Organizations/PSUs/Institutions/Universities should upload Sponsorship certificate, with proper
seal and signature clearly stating the name of applicant, name of course to which he/she is being
sponsored, and terms and conditions regarding the drawing of pay, leave and allowances during
the period of course duration by the applicant and Other conditions. The proforma/format of
Sponsorship Certificate is provided in ‘Annexure’ section of this Prospectus.

3. Foreign National applicants should upload a sponsorship certificate from Government of

concerned Country or Organizations/Institutions/Universities clearly stating the name of
applicant, name of course to which he/she is being sponsored, and terms and conditions regarding
the drawing of pay, leave and allowances during the period of course duration by the applicant
and Other conditions.

VI. Certificates/Documents relating to ‘Foreign National Category’:

a. Foreign National applicants possessing eligible qualification from a University/College outside India,
are required to upload ‘Equivalency Certificate’.
b. Foreign National applicants should upload a ‘No Objection Certificate (NOC)’ from Ministry of
External Affairs, Govt. of India or Diplomatic Mission/Consulate of India in the country of which
applicant is a citizen.
c. Foreign National applicants sponsored to pursue a PhD course are required to follow instructions
provided in Point V above.
d. Equivalence Certificate from Association of Indian Universities (refer to ‘Categories of Students’
Section for more details).

VII. Certificates/Documents relating to ‘PwBD Category’:

Disability Certificate validating the ‘Type of Disability’ Field in the Online Application Form.

VIII. Any Other Certificate/Document:

Experience Certificate, if mandatory as per ‘Minimum Requirements’ Section of respective course.

Conduct of Entrance Test

I. Eligible candidates for Entrance Test will be informed to download the e-hall ticket, which should
be produced at the time of Entrance Test Centre.
II. No individual intimation will be sent to candidates who are not selected and no correspondence
on this subject will be entertained.
III. The candidates are requested to keep themselves updated by visiting the website regularly from
time to time or keeping in touch with the Academic & Evaluation Section of NIMHANS on 080-
26995013.
IV. Entrance test will be conducted for July Session in Bengaluru city only, except INI-CET and INI-SS
Entrance test conducted by AIIMS New Delhi.
V. Candidates called for Entrance Test will have to make their own arrangements for travel and stay.
Candidates called for interview/ admission will have to make their own arrangements for travel
and stay. No TA/DA will be paid by NIMHANS.
VI. Any changes in date, time, venue and or schedule of the Entrance Tests, Interview/ Admission
will be announced on the website.
VII. In the event of unforeseen problem/force majeure, a re-exam will be held at a later date only for

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those who attended the abandoned exam. NIMHANS reserves the right to decide whether the re-
exam relates to one or more centre, or one or more courses.
VIII. Possession/use of mobile phones/spy cameras/ Bluetooth and any Other electronic devices is
strictly prohibited on the premises of NIMHANS entrance test centres and candidates shall be
liable for penal action for any such act.
IX. Separate entrance tests will be conducted for each of the courses offered at NIMHANS.

Pattern of entrance test

I. The question paper for the Entrance test will contain 100 multiple choice objective type
questions.
II. The duration of the test for each course will be 90 minutes.
III. Each correct answer carries 1 mark.
IV. There will be negative marking and 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
V. No marks will be deducted for unanswered questions.

Announcement of Results and Pre-Admission Formalities for all courses except

PhD
I. Selection will be based on merit in the Entrance Test.
II. Reservation of seats will be as per Government of India Reservation Policy.
III. If no eligible candidates are available against reserved seats, these shall be filled up from general
merit category.
IV. Separate merit lists for general and reserved categories will be prepared for each course based on the
marks scored
V. In the case of two or more candidates obtaining equal marks in the Entrance test, their inter se merit
will be determined as under:
a. No. of attempts in the qualifying exam.
b. If the number of attempts is same, candidates securing higher marks in the qualifying exam will
be considered. In case of non-medical courses, consolidated marks of all the years/semesters of
the qualifying examination will be considered. In case of medical courses, marks of the qualifying
examination Final Year Part II of MBBS or final year MD/MS (if available) will be considered as
the case may be.
c. If marks are also same, then, age will be the criterion i.e., person who is senior in age shall be
ranked higher.
d. In the event of one of the candidates or all of the candidates have not been awarded marks in the
qualifying exam relevant to the course, then, age will be the sole criterion i.e., person who is
senior in age shall be ranked higher.
e. In the event of same date of birth, candidate with lesser number of negative marks in the Entrance
Test will be considered ranked higher.
VI. List of all the qualified candidates and those called for interview/admission will be notified on the
Institute’s website and notice board. No separate individual intimation will be given. Non-receipt of
notice by any individual candidate will not vitiate the selection process having regard to publication
of result as also schedule on the notice board and the website. The decision of the Director in all
matters regarding selection will be final and no representation in any form will be entertained.
VII. Preference of course if selected in multiple courses or willingness to join the course, should be
provided by the candidate.

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Announcement of Results and Pre-Admission Formalities for PhD Courses

I. Eligibility for Interview: minimum 50% marks in the Entrance Test.

II. A merit list will be prepared for each course bases on the marks scored in the entrance test and the
list be uploaded in the NIMHANS website.
III. List of all the candidates qualified for interview after document verification will be notified on the
Institute’s website. No separate individual intimation will be given.
IV. The details of venue, date and time of interview will be uploaded on the NIMHANS website.
V. Weightage for selection: 70% for entrance test, and 30% for interview.
VI. Interview will focus on the candidate’s area of research interest, proficiency in their subject and
any research experience / presentations / publications.
VII. Qualifying in the entrance test and interview does not entitle admission to a PhD course.
Selection is subject to availability of eligible guides in the respective departments.
VIII. If a candidate is selected for multiple courses they should provide their course preference at the
time of admission.
IX. The decision of the Director in all matters regarding selection will be final and no representation in
any form will be entertained.

Admission / Joining and Commencement of the Course

I. A list of candidates who have qualified for admission will be announced on the website of the
Institute in the order of merit.
II. The details of venue, date and time of admission will be uploaded on the NIMHANS website.
III. The candidate must have completed the qualifying degree, along with the final
result/provisional/confidential result on the date of admission, failing which the candidature will
NOT be considered for admission.
IV. No extension of time for obtaining the final semester/year results will be entertained.
V. No form of representations on behalf of any candidate/s will be entertained on the day of
admission. If a candidate does not attend the admission procedure on the designated day as per the
schedule announced, they will be marked as absent and their candidature for the admission process
will be cancelled.
VI. Candidates are instructed to produce and submit the original certificates/documents for
verification.
1. A candidate should produce all necessary documentary proof of all claims made in the online
application form.
2. Tie-breaking exercise (wherever applicable) will be carried out during the admission process as
per the Tie-breaking rules detailed in the method of selection section of this Prospectus.
3. Candidates without proper documentation to support claims made in the online application
Form on the date of admission, will be disqualified from the admission process.
VII. Candidates who have been selected under various categories should submit the appropriate
original certificates/documents on the day of admission as shown under “Certificates / Documents
required for admission” of this Prospectus.
VIII. The fee amount to be levied at the time of admission is provided under the ‘Fees’ section of this
Prospectus. The fee has to be paid through Debit OR Credit Card / UPI / Net Banking. No Other
means of payment will be accepted.
IX. In case a candidate does not report on the day of admission, the seat of such candidate will be
allotted to the wait listed candidate in the order of merit.

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Course Joining and Discontinuation

I. Any requests for extension in date of joining should be intimated to ‘Academic & Evaluation
Section’ well in advance via email to ‘[email protected]’. Such requests are subject to the
approval of the Competent Authority. A late joining fee of Rs. 100/- per day in addition to the fees
as mentioned under ‘Fees’ Section of the Prospectus or as mentioned in Official Memorandum
provided to the candidate, will be levied on the day of joining.
II. The Penalty for discontinuation of course is as shown below*: -

Penalty for Medical Penalty for Non-Medical

Period at which resignation is courses [for candidates courses [for candidates
tendered selected under Institute selected under Institute
stipendiary category] stipendiary category]
Less than 1 month of course
Rs. 3,00,000/- penalty Rs. 40,000/- penalty
commencement
After 1 month but less than 6
months of course Rs. 5,00,000/- penalty Rs. 2,00,000/- penalty
commencement

Above 6 months Rs. 7,00,000/- penalty Rs. 2,00,000/- penalty

*Penalty clause shall apply immediately after the date of joining.

Candidates joining PG Courses will be required to furnish Course Completion, Agreement Bond
re gardin g t he abov e, the f ormat o f whi ch wil l be s ha red af te r a nn ounce men t of
re sult s.

After completion of the admission process, if any pending documents (including bond, Transfer
Certificate, Migration Certificate, Caste Certificate, Domicile Certificate etc.,), the candidate has to
submit it within 15 days of joining. Failing which the stipend/salary will be with held and will not be
permitted to write the annual examinations.

Fees once paid will not be refunded at any cost. No stipend / salary will be granted for the
month in which the candidate discontinues the course.

Admissions for courses through Institute of National Importance – Combined

Entrance Test (INI-CET) & Institute of National Importance-Super-specialty
Entrance Test (INI-SSET)

Admission to MD Psychiatry, DM Neurology (Post MBBS Category), M.Ch. Neurosurgery (Post

MBBS Category) is through the online entrance exam conducted by INI-CET.

Admission to DM Courses (Post MD/DNB Category) & M.Ch. Neurosurgery (Post MS/DNB
Category) is through the online entrance exam conducted by INI-SS

For more details regarding INI-CET & INI-SS please visit the following website:
https://www.aiimsexams.ac.in

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Additional Information

I. The rules and regulations in this prospectus are subject to change in accordance with the decision of
the Institute from time-to-time.
II. All candidates applying for admission to a course at NIMHANS have to give the following declaration:
“I fulfil all the eligibility criteria and I am applying for the courses at NIMHANS. I understand that my
candidature will be cancelled, if I am found to have given wrong information. I also substantiate my
claim by attaching necessary certificates”.
III. All courses are conducted on a full-time basis. Private practice in any form (in-person/online) is
prohibited. Candidates are not permitted to undertake any part time or correspondence course that leads
to the award of degree/diploma.
IV. Any additional relevant academic courses during the period of study should be with the approval of
the competent authority.
V. All candidates admitted to the Institute shall maintain good conduct, attend their classes regularly and
abide by the regulations of the Institute.
VI. Selected candidates should submit Transfer Certificate (from the College/Institute where the last
qualification is attained) and Migration Certificate (from the University to which the College/Institute is
affiliated where the last qualification is attained) at the time of admission.
VII. Junior and Senior Residents admitted to any course will be governed by the Residency scheme
VIII. Hostel accommodation will be provided subject to availability and is not guaranteed.
IX. As per the Circular Ref. No. KMC C.R./2014 dated 18.01.2014 from Karnataka Medical Council, all
candidates admitted to NIMHANS for various medical courses, must obtain the permanent registration
certificate from the Karnataka Medical Council and submit it to AO (Academic & Evaluation Section). It
is advisable to complete this process before the commencement of the course.
X. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) trained certificate should be submitted by all students at the
time of admission or within 6 months of admission.
XI. Selected candidates should produce a medical fitness certificate from a registered medical
practitioner in the prescribed format.
XII. The students should complete the entire duration of the course.
XIII. If a candidate joins late, they should make good the number of days lost after the completion of the
course duration. Similarly, if the course duration is extended due to any reason (eg. maternity leave,
medical leave or any Other kind of leave), financial emoluments/ stipendiary benefits will not be
provided during the extension period.
XIV. Students attending the extended period to make up the course requirements are required to pay a
monthly tuition fee of Rs.5,000/-.
XV. Candidates joining through INI-CET and INI-SSET are exempted from the above clause and they
will be paid stipend for 36 months from their date of joining.
XVI. Candidates joining for PhD Program with external fellowship (JRF & SRF) at NIMHANS will be
able to activate the fellowship only after joining the course.
XVII. Candidates who have already completed one PDF course at NIMHANS are not eligible to apply for
any other PDF course.
XVIII. Any candidate providing false information/ false certificate or withholding relevant information,
shall be debarred from continuing the course and will face appropriate action initiated against them by
the Institute.
XIX. All students have to mandatorily register on the www.amanmovement.org (OR)
www.antiragging.in and sign the Anti-Ragging declaration.
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XX. Student Well Being @ NIMHANS (SWAN) program is available on the NIMHANS website. All
students are encouraged to go through the SWAN guide book and familiarize themselves with the
facilities available.
XXI. Rules & Regulations of the Institute are subject to amendment based on directives received from the
Government of India.
XXII. All students shall mandatorily follow scientific ethics and exhibit utmost academic integrity. Any
scientific or academic misconduct including fabrication, falsification, forgery of any kind, plagiarism or
violation of ethics in research or publication, may result in being debarred from the Institute and suitable
disciplinary action will be initiated by the Institute authorities.
XXIII. The decision of the Director of the Institute shall be final in all matters of selection of candidates for
admission to the various courses and no appeal shall be entertained on this subject.

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Fees

1. Fees to be paid at the time of admission by Indian Nationals (All PG Courses)

(All figures are in rupees)
Course with duration in years
M.Ch/ DM/
Amount MD DM M.Ch PDF MPH M.Phil. M.Sc. Fellowship PhD PG
Details Course Courses Courses Courses Course Courses Courses Courses Program Diploma
per year
3 2
3 Years 6 Years 1 Year 2 Years 2 Years 1 Year 3 Years 1 Year
Years Years
5,000 - - - - - - - - - -
Eligibility
500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500
fee
100 - - - - - - - - - -
Registratio
1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000
n fee
75,000 - - - - 75,000 - - - - -
50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 - - - - - -
Tuition fee
18,000 - - - - - - - - 18,000 -
10,000 - - - - - 10,000 10,000 10,000* - 10,000
500 1,500 1,500 3,000 500 1,000 - - - 1,500 -
Laboratory
400 - - - - - 800 - 400 - 400
fee
300 - - - - - - 600 - - -
Gymkhana
&
250 750 750 1,500 250 500 500 500 250 750 250
recreation
Fee
Library fee 1,000 3,000 3,000 6,000 1,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 1,000 3,000 1,000
Caution
Money &
5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
Hostel
Deposit
Identificatio
100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100
n card fee
NHS card
100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100
fee #
Examination Fee:
4,500 4,500 - 4,500 - 4,500 - - - - -
Part I 2,250 - - - - - 2,250 - - - 2,250
2,000 - - - - - - 2,000 - 2,000 -
6,500 6,500 6,500 6,500 - 6,500 - - - - -
Part II 2,250 - - - - - 2,250 - - - -
2,000 - - - - - - 2,000 - - -
Part III 12,500 - 12,500 12,500 - - - - - - -
Exit
Examination
50 100 100 150 - 100 100 100 - 50 50
Application
fee
Marks
Card 100 200 100 100 - 200 200 200 - - 100
fee
Total 73,250 81,150 90,850 58,450 96,500 24,800 24,100 18,660** 32,000 20,750

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1. The fees once paid will not be refunded at any cost
2. Fees highlighted in orange are ‘One time Fees’ levied at the time of admission to the course for the entire course
duration.
3. Fees highlighted in green refer to ‘Pre-PhD Examination fees levied at the time of admission to PhD Program.
4. If the course is of more than 01 year duration, Tuition fees for the corresponding years will be collected annually for
each year.
5. # 2% of Basic Pay per month for the entire year as NHS fee to be paid by sponsored candidates, for NIMHANS Health
Scheme (NHS) Facilities.
6. E-receipts of payments should be retained by the student for all future references.

2. Fees to be paid at the time of admission by Foreign Nationals (except from SAARC Countries)

Tuition fee
Sl. for entire Registration
Name of the Course
No. course (in fee (in USD)
USD)*
1 PhD Programs 30,000 500
For super specialty courses:
2 a. DM/M.Ch. (6 years duration) Courses 60,000 1,000
b. DM/M.Ch. (3 years duration) Courses 50,000 1,000
3 Postdoctoral Courses 30,000 1,000
4 M.Phil. Courses 20,000 500
5 M.Sc. Courses 15,000 500
* Tuition fee to be paid in equal annual instalments. The amount indicated is for the entire duration of the course.
All fees Other than the Tuition Fee is as applicable to Indian Nationals.

1. Fees once paid will not be refunded.

2. Fees for SAARC Nationals applying for various courses at NIMHANS will be on par with
Indian Nationals (in INR).
3. E-receipts of any payments should be retained for all future references.

Events Observed at NIMHANS Date

Institute Day 14th February
National Science Day (Birth commemoration of Sir. C.V. Raman) 28thFebruary
International Women’s Day 8th March
World Health Day (Commemoration of Foundation of World
7th April
Health Organization)
International Nurses’ Day (Birth commemoration of Florence
12th May
Nightingale)
International Day of Yoga 21st June
Teachers’ Day (Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Dr.
5th September
Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan)
World Suicide Prevention Day 10th September
Hindi Diwas (Hindi Day) 14th September
World Mental Health Day 10th October
Graduation Day 28th November
International Day for Persons with Disability 3rd December
Vigilance Awareness Week November/ December
Annual Convocation After September

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Student Programs
As a Policy, NIMHANS is committed to the cause of health, wellbeing and welfare of its student
community and constantly strives to create all the necessary framework and systems in this direction.
Various student wellbeing activities are in place at the Institute.

1. Kannada Language Learning Program

Kannada is one of the oldest Dravidian languages. It is the Karnataka state’s official language. It is
desirable that Non-Kannada speaking students make efforts to learn this language for better
communication with patients and their family members.

The Kannada Cell and Department of Publication organize a three-month Kannada Language
Learning Program in collaboration with the Department of Kannada & Culture, Government of
Karnataka. Students are required to attend these sessions. As majority of the patients seen at
NIMHANS speak Kannada, it is mandatory that students learn to comprehend and speak Kannada.

2. Orientation Program
An Orientation program is organized for all the newly admitted students in order to familiarize them
with the various Departments and facilities under Basic, Behavioural and Neurosciences Divisions of
NIMHANS.

3. Anti-Ragging Policy
NIMHANS being an Institute of National Importance has zero tolerance towards ragging and prohibits
ragging in all forms. We are proud to state that our campus is ragging free and students are informed
to abide by the rules and ensure a ragging free campus. As per the guidelines of UGC under section
26 (1)(g) of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956, which is modified as UGC Regulations, 2009,
to curb the menace of ragging in Higher Educational Institutions, an Anti-Ragging Committee exists in
NIMHANS. Details of the committee are available on the NIMHANS website.

4. Internal Complaints Committee

The Internal Complaints Committee is constituted in order to review issues concerning harassment of
women at the workplace. This committee functions as per the guidelines of the Sexual Harassment at
Workplace (prevention, prohibition and redressal) Act 2013. Details of the committee are available on
the NIMHANS website.

5. Hostels
Name of the Wardens Designation
Dr. Rose Dawn Bharath Chief warden, All Hostels
Dr. V. Vikas Deputy warden, Vedavathi hostel
Dr. Aruna Rose Mary Kapanee Deputy warden, Kabini hostel
Dr. Monojit Debnath Deputy warden, Thunga, Bhadra and Bhima hostel
Dr. Prasanthi Nattala Deputy warden, Cauvery hostel
Ms. Priya Baby Deputy warden, Kapila hostel
Dr. Aarti Jagannathan Deputy warden, Nethravathi and Sharavathi hostels
Mr. Chandrashekar Asst. Administrative Officer (Hostels)
Mrs. Poornima K A Supervisor (Hostels)

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ANNEXURE

Declaration Certificate Format

1. To be provided by the Applicant

a. I agree to undergo the course on a full time basis and shall not engage myself in any kind of private
practice during the period of the course. I will not pursue any part time course elsewhere unless
permitted by the Institute.
b. I agree that during my stay at the Institute, I shall not draw my pay/allowances or fellowships from any
Other source, if I am employed as a Resident.
c. I declare that I shall abide by the Rules and Regulations of the Institute and those that are framed from
time to time.
d. I hereby declare that the information given in this application is true and correct to the best of my
knowledge and belief. In case any information given in this application proves to be false or incorrect, I
shall be responsible for the consequences.
e. I agree that I will not indulge in ragging and am aware that Ragging is banned in this Institution. If at
any point of time, any incident of ragging comes to the notice of the authority, and if I cannot give
satisfactory explanation, the authority may expel me from the Institute.
f. I shall mandatorily follow the scientific ethics and exhibit utmost integrity. I am aware that any scientific
misconduct including fabrication, falsification, plagiarism or violation of ethics in scientific / clinical
research, communication / publication shall result in debarring from the Institute or any suitable
disciplinary action initiated by the Institute authorities.
g. I also declare that if any information provided by me is found false, my candidature will be rejected at
any point of time. Mere permission to write the Entrance Test does not mean that I am eligible for
admission to courses at NIMHANS.

Place: (Signature of the Applicant)

Date:

2. To be provided by Parent/Spouse/Guardian of the Applicant

a. I hereby declare that I am responsible for the timely payment of all dues to the National Institute of
Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, in respect of my
son / daughter / ward / spouse ________________________________________(Name of the Applicant)
during the period of his/her study at the Institute and thereafter, until the accounts are cleared.
b. I am also aware that ragging is banned in this Institution, if any incident of ragging comes to the notice of
the authority and if my son/daughter/ward/spouse cannot give satisfactory explanation, the authority
can expel him/her from the Institute.

Place (Signature of Parent/Spouse/

Date: Guardian of the Applicant)

3. Forwarding note to be signed by the Employer under whom the applicant is employed (Applicable
for Sponsored/Deputed Candidates)
a. I certify that the application is being made with my permission and that there is no objection to relieve
the applicant if selected for the course, within the prescribed limit of time.
b. I also certify that I shall inform the authorities of the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro
Sciences(NIMHANS), Bengaluru, about the financial terms and remit salary, leave salary, deputation
allowances, etc., to the Institute Account which will be paid to the Applicant for the period of training
from the Institute.

Place: (Signature and Seal of the Employer)

Date:

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Sponsorship Certificate Format

(Do not remove/alter any verse from the certificate)

This is to certify that:

1. Dr./Sri./Smt._______________________________________________________________________ is a
permanent employee with the ________________________________________ (Name of the
Government Organization) and the date of joining service is _________________________.

2. The candidate is being sponsored /deputed for ______________________________ (name of the course)
at National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru.

3. The candidate is being sponsored / deputed for the entire duration of the course, if selected.

4. The candidate will be paid all emoluments by the State/Central Government or Public Sector
Undertaking of State/Central Government (tick which is applicable) and no expenses will devolve
upon National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru.

5. The candidate after getting training at National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences
(NIMHANS), Bengaluru, shall continue to be in regular service with the State/Central Government or
Public Sector Undertaking of State/Central Government (tick whichever is applicable) and will work in
the State/Central Government or Public Sector Undertaking of the State/Central Government (tick
whichever is applicable).

Date:

Place:

Signature with Seal of Competent Authority

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OBC Certificate Format

Form of Certificate to be produced by Other Backward Classes Applying for Admission to Central
Education Institutes under the Government of India.

This is to certify that Shri/Smt./Kum.___________________________________ Son /

Daughter of Shri / Smt. Of Village / Town
___________________________________________________________ District /
Division_________________________________ in the State belongs to
the_________________________________________ Community which is recognized as a backward
class under:
Resolution No. 12011/68/93-BCC(C) dated 10/09/93 published in the Gazette of India
Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 186 dated 13/09/93.Resolution No. 12011/9/94-BCC dated
19/10/94 published in the Gazette of India Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 163 dated
20/10/94.Resolution No. 12011/7/95-BCC dated 24/05/95 published in the Gazette of India
Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 88 dated 25/05/95.Resolution No. 12011/96/94-BCC dated
9/03/96.Resolution No. 12011/44/96-BCC dated 6/12/96 published in the Gazette of India
Extraordinary Part I Section I No.210 dated 11/12/96.Resolution No. 12011/13/97-BCC dated
03/12/97.Resolution No. 12011/99/94-BCC dated 11/12/97.Resolution No. 12011/68/98-BCC dated
27/10/99.Resolution No. 12011/88/98-BCC dated 6/12/99 published in the Gazette of India
Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 270 dated 06/12/99.

Resolution No. 12011/36/99-BCC dated 04/04/2000 published in the Gazette of India

Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 71 dated 04/04/2000.Resolution No. 12011/44/99-BCC dated
21/09/2000 published in the Gazette of India Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 210 dated
21/09/2000.Resolution No. 12015/9/2000-BCC dated 06/09/2001.Resolution No. 12011/1/2001-BCC
dated 19/06/2003.

Resolution No. 12011/4/2002-BCC dated 13/01/2004.Resolution No. 12011/9/2004-BCC dated

16/01/2006 published in the Gazette of India Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 210 dated
16/01/2006.

Shri/Smt./Kum. and/or his family ordinarily reside(s)

in the District/Division of ___
State.

This is also to certify that he/she does not belong to the persons/sections (Creamy Layer) mentioned
in Column3 of the Schedule to the Government of India, Department of Personnel & Training O.M.
No. 36012/22/93-Estt.(SCT) dated 08/09/93 which is modified vide OM No. 36033/3/2004 Estt.(Res.)
dated 09/03/2004.

Dated: District Magistrate/ Deputy Commissioner

Seal
NOTE :
1. The term ‘Ordinarily’ used here will have the same meaning as in Section 20 of the Representation of
the People Act, 1950.
2. The authorities competent to issue Caste Certificates are indicated below:
i. District Magistrate / Additional Magistrate / Collector / Deputy Commissioner / Additional Deputy
Commissioner / Deputy Collector / I Class Stipendiary Magistrate / Sub-Divisional magistrate /
Taluka Magistrate / Executive Magistrate / Extra Assistant Commissioner (not below the rank of I
Class Stipendiary Magistrate).
ii. Chief Presidency Magistrate / Additional Chief Presidency Magistrate / Presidency Magistrate.
iii. Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tehsildar and
iv. Sub-Divisional Officer of the area where the candidate and / or his family resides.

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NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH AND NEUROSCIENCES

INSTITUTE OF NATIONAL IMPORTANCE
BENGALURU, INDIA- 560 029
MEDICAL CERTIFICATE OF HEALTH
(To be filled in Block Letters only)

I hereby certify that I have examined (Name) ____________________________________________, a candidate

for admission as a student to course at National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS),
Bengaluru, India and cannot discover that he/she (Tick the appropriate) disease (communicable or Otherwise),
constitutional weakness or bodily infirmity except ___________________________________.

I do not consider this as disqualification for his/her (Tick the appropriate) admission as a student to
_______________________________________________________________________ course at NIMHANS.

Sri/Smt/Dr.(Name)_____________________________________________________________________________
____________________ ‘s age according to his/ her own statement is _______ years (to be filled in) and by
appearance about _________ years (to be filled in).

Place:_________________________________ Signature and Seal of the Medical

Officer
of a Central /State Govt. Hospital

Date:__/__/_____

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Guidelines for Applicant with Scribe:

1. The applicant may meet or speak with the scribe in advance (before the Online Entrance Test) to agree how to work
together, what the online entrance test will involve and to discuss how to approach issues.
2. The applicant is not permitted to speak to the scribe during online entrance test, except to carry out the following
directions/actions:
a) ask the scribe to read the instructions and questions in online entrance test;
b) ask the scribe to read aloud what has been displayed and instruct about amendments as necessary;
c) give the right response to the questions read aloud by the scribe;
d) read out the questions and options again and again;
e) respond to any inquiry from the scribe to confirm the answer to the question.
3. The applicant must sit close enough to the scribe to hear everything that the scribe reads out so that the applicant can
make sure that the information read out is correct.
4. The applicant should speak clearly and slowly so that the scribe can hear and click the right option at a comfortable
pace.
5. If the applicant is unsure of a word or loses his/her train of thought, she/he can ask the scribe to read out the marked
options or the question again.
6. The scribe will only click exactly the options what the applicant ask her/him to click on the screen.
7. The scribe cannot communicate with the applicant except to ask the applicant to repeat what the applicant said or to
ask the applicant to wait or slow down.
8. The applicant may practice with the scribe she/he wishes to utilise before the Online Entrance Test.
9. The applicant should think about exactly what she/he wishes to say before dictating/directing the Scribe.
10. The applicant opting for a scribe is required to inform NIMHANS well in advance regarding the details of the scribe by
submitting the declaration form (Annexure A).

Guidelines for Scribe:

1. The applicant and scribe should arrive 120 minutes before the start of the Online Entrance Test.
2. The scribe may only read the question and options when asked by the applicant to do so.
3. The scribe may only click the answer as per the applicant’s exact words.
4. The scribe must comply, even if she/he think the applicant is wrong. Ensure all questions are clearly answered as
instructed by the applicant.
5. At no time the scribe is allowed to prompt applicant in any way, by gesture, hesitation, speech or the written word,
when she/he thinks the applicant has made a mistake.
6. The scribe should under no circumstances prompt the applicant with regard to the content of the Online Entrance Test.
7. Scribe should understand clearly that in general the role of the scribe is to select the question/option what is
dictated/directed by the applicant, not more and not less.
8. The scribe must not be a family member or a friend of the applicant.
9. The scribe should be able to navigate through the Online Entrance Test Question Paper module with reasonable
quickness. With extra time and rest breaks, exam sessions may last upto 30 minutes more than the scheduled time.
10. The scribe should keep pace with the applicant and can ask the applicant to slow down, if she/he find they are racing
too far ahead for scribe, so scribe maintain the scribing accuracy.
11. The scribe should ensure that mobile phone is switched off for the duration of the Online Entrance test so that the
applicant is not interrupted.
12. The scribe must not possess/pursuing any courses/degree in the same field as that of the Applicant.

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DECLARATION FORM for applicant with scribe – ANNEXURE A

We, the undersigned, Dr./Mr./Ms./Mrs. (strike out which is not applicable)
_____________________________________________________________________(Name of the
Applicant/Candidate) going to appear in the Online Entrance Test for
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________scheduled to be held on ___________ and/or _____________.
and:
Mr./Ms./Mrs. (strike out which is not applicable) ________________________________________scribe for the
above mentioned candidate, do hereby declare that:
a) The scribe is identified by the candidate at own cost and as per own choice.
b) The scribe fulfils the following qualification criteria:

Qualification
Applicant Scribe

c) The candidate is PwBD (40%-70%) and he/she needs a writer (scribe) as permissible by the Institute.
d) As per the rules, the candidate availing services of the scribe is eligible for extra time of 20 minutes and/or
part thereof for every hour of the Online Entrance Test.

We, hereby declare that all the above statements made by us are true and correct to the best of our knowledge
and belief.
Given under our signature:

Recent Passport-size Recent Passport-size

photograph of the photograph of the
Scribe Candidate

Signature of the Scribe Signature of the Candidate

Contact Number:__________________________ Contact Number:__________________

Signature of the Supervisor/Invigilator

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Proforma letter to be submitted by candidates applying for Ph.D.

through various funded by research projects at NIMHANS
(Do not remove/alter any verse from the certificate)
This is to certify that:
Dr./Sri./Smt.__________________________________________________ is a working in the
_________________________________________________________ (Title of the Project) under the Principal
Investigator _________________________________ and his/her date of joining in this Project is
_______________

Additional Details:

Name of the Project:…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

PI Name:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Co-Investigators name:…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

Date of commencement of Project:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Closing date of Project: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

Current designation of the applicant in the Project: ……………………………………………………………………………………………

Applicant’s date of joining to the Project: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Duration of appointment in the Project: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Date: Seal and Signature of the

Place: Principal Investigator

Please Note:
1. Necessary supporting documents to be attached to this annexure.
2. Applicant must have financial support from the Project for a period of 2 years & 6 months from the date of
course commencement i.e., from 01.07.2025 to 31.12.2027

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