📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
NIMHANS Recruitment 2026: Walk-in Interview for Medical Officer & Project Coordinator
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, has released a notification for recruitment to the project NAMAN (NIMHANS-AHT Comprehensive Mental-Health Action Program for Rural Communities). This is an excellent opportunity for medical professionals and administrative candidates looking for contract-based positions in a premier institute.
Recruitment Type: This is Direct Recruitment based on a Walk-in Interview. No written examination is required.
Key Highlights
| Organization Name | National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru |
|---|---|
| Post Name(s) | Medical Officer, Admin & Accounts Coordinator (Project Coordinator) |
| Total Vacancies | 02 Posts |
| Interview Date | 16 February 2026 at 10:30 AM |
| Registration Time | 30 minutes before interview (10:00 AM) |
| Employment Type | Contract Basis (6 Months) |
| Official Website | www.nimhans.ac.in |
Vacancy Details & Salary
The positions are for the NAMAN project funded by Ashraya Hastha Trust (AHT).
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Pay Scale/Salary | Work Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer | 01 | Rs. 1,10,000/- per month (Consolidated) | Belur (Hassan District, Karnataka) |
| Admin & Accounts Coordinator / Project Coordinator | 01 | Rs. 30,000/- per month (Consolidated) | NIMHANS Campus, Bengaluru |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- For Medical Officer:
- Essential: MBBS degree from a recognized university.
- Desirable: Clinical/research experience in community psychiatry, experience with multidisciplinary research teams, proficiency in Kannada (Read & Write).
- For Project Coordinator (Admin & Accounts):
- Essential: M.Com / M.Sc / MA / MCA / MBA with minimum 65% aggregate marks.
- Desirable: Experience in IT infrastructure, office administration (Public projects/Mental health), MS Office proficiency.
2. Age Limit
Maximum age limit for both positions is 30 years. (Age relaxation rules for reserved categories were not explicitly mentioned in the notification text; candidates are advised to carry relevant certificates).
3. Mandatory Requirements
- Duration of engagement is 6 Months.
- Salary is consolidated; no additional benefits/allowances are applicable.
- A 5% increment in consolidated salary is provided after completing each year of service in the same post (subject to contract extension).
Selection Procedure
As this is a walk-in interview, the selection process is straightforward:
- Screening: Initial shortlisting of applications based on essential qualifications.
- Interview: Candidates will be interviewed by the selection committee.
- Final Selection: Based on interview performance and verification of original documents.
Note: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Application Fee
Not specified in the provided text. Candidates should check the official notification PDF for any fee details.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
- Prepare Documents: Gather all required documents (Resume, Mark sheets, Certificates, ID Proof).
- Reporting Time: Candidates must register 30 minutes before the interview time (i.e., by 10:00 AM on 16 Feb 2026).
- Venue: Report to the Boardroom, 4th Floor, NBRC Building Administrative Block, NIMHANS, Bengaluru – 560029.
- Submission: Submit the filled application form (if any) along with photocopies and originals.
Important Documents to Carry
- Resume/CV
- Original Mark Sheets and Certificates
- Set of Photocopies of all documents
- Identity Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Passport)
- NOC from Principal Investigator (if currently working in any NIMHANS project)
- Contact details
📅 Important Dates
- Notification Release: 31 January 2026
- Walk-in Interview Date: 16 February 2026
- Reporting/Registration Time: 10:00 AM (Interview starts at 10:30 AM)