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

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Total Vacancies
04 Posts
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Salary / Remuneration
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Selection / Apply Mode
Online Portal
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Closing Date
10 February 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. NationalInstituteofMentalHealthandNeuroSciences/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count 4 (04 Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Online 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 10 February 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
Boardroom 4th Floor, NBRC Building Administrative Block, NIMHANS, Bengaluru-560029.
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification M. Phil in Psychiatric Social Work/Psychology OR Masters of Social Work (MSW) OR M.Sc. in Psychology. 🌐 Authority Official Website Refer Official Notification Document
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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

Company NameNational Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Science (NIMHANS)
Post NameJunior Research Fellow
No. of Posts4
Walk-in Date10/02/2026
Official Websitewww.nimhans.ac.in

Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of PostsSalary
Junior Research Fellow450,000/- per month (Consolidated)

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

EventDate
Notification Date22/01/2026
Walk-in Selection Date & Time10/02/2026 at 10:30 A.M
Registration TimeHalf an hour before commencement (10:00 A.M)

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.

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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.

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