NIMHANS Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 04 Posts

NIMHANS Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Science (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, has announced a walk-in interview for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellows. This is a great opportunity for candidates holding M.Sc, M.Phil/Ph.D, or MSW degrees to work in a prestigious mental health research environment. The institute is looking for qualified individuals to fill 04 posts for a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 50,000.

Overview

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow

• Essential Qualification: M. Phil in Psychiatric Social Work/Psychology OR Masters of Social Work (MSW) OR M.Sc. in Psychology.
• Experience: 2 years of work experience in the mental health field is required.
• Desirable Skills: Candidates with research experience in the field of Suicide Prevention are preferred. Fluency in English, Kannada, and Hindi languages is essential.

Age Limit

Maximum age limit is 40 years.

Important Dates

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must appear for the Walk-in-Selection with the following documents:

• Resume
• Marks Cards in Original and Testimonials in original
• A set of photocopies of the documents
• NOC from the Principal Investigator (if working in projects at NIMHANS)

Venue: Boardroom 4th Floor, NBRC Building Administrative Block, NIMHANS, Bengaluru-560029.
Important Note: Candidates must register their names half an hour before commencement of the test. No TA/DA will be paid.

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF
• Official Website

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for NIMHANS JRF Recruitment 2026?
A: The Walk-in-Interview is scheduled for 10th February 2026.

Q2: What is the salary for Junior Research Fellow at NIMHANS?
A: The selected candidates will receive a consolidated salary of Rs. 50,000/- per month.

Q3: Is there any application fee?
A: The provided text does not mention any application fee. Please refer to the official notification PDF for complete details.

Q4: Can freshers apply for this post?
A: No, candidates must have 2 years of work experience in the mental health field to be eligible.