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NIMHANS Project Research Scientist II Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

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Organization
Location / State
Total Vacancies
👥 01 Post
Last Date
⏰ 22 February 2026
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Recruitment Highlights & Key Fact-Sheet

Summary of official notification, eligibility criteria, vacancies, and key dates.

🏛️ Official Notification Summary
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Total Vacancies
01 Post
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Salary / Pay Scale
As per Govt Norms
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Application Mode
Offline (By Post)
Last Date to Apply
22 February 2026
🏛️ Conducting Body National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences 📑 Advt / Notification No. Refer Official Notification
💼 Post Name 01 📍 Job Location Bangalore, Karnataka
🎓 Qualification Refer Official Notification 🎂 Age Criteria Refer Notification
💵 Application Fee Refer Notification 🎯 Selection Method Merit / Written Test / Interview
🌐 Official Website Refer Official Notification 📄 Notification Document Download Official PDF ↓
📮 Important Notice: Offline Application via Speed / Registered Post

Please Note: This recruitment is strictly processed via Offline Mode. There is no online registration link on any portal. Candidates must download the official notification & application format, fill it out, enclose self-attested copies of supporting documents, and dispatch the envelope through Speed Post or Registered Post before 22 February 2026.

📑 Candidate Enclosure Checklist (Self-Attested Copies)
✅ Duly filled & signed official application form
✅ Proof of Date of Birth (10th/Matriculation Certificate)
✅ Educational Degree & Marksheets (Graduation / Post Graduation)
✅ Experience & Relieving Certificates (Minimum required service)
✅ Last Pay Certificate (LPC) / Pension Payment Order (PPO) for retired officers
✅ Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter Card / PAN)

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NIMHANS Project Research Scientist II Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

NIMHANS Recruitment 2026: Project Research Scientist II Notification Overview

The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical) post. This is a prestigious opportunity for candidates with a background in MR Image Processing and Analysis to join a premier medical institute on a contract basis.

Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment process. Candidates will be selected based on a Written Test and/or Interview. This is not a competitive public examination (no Prelims/Mains structure).

Key Highlights

Organization Name National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS)
Post Name Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical)
Total Vacancies 01 (One)
Application Start Date 02-02-2026
Last Date to Apply 22-02-2026
Official Website www.nimhans.ac.in

Vacancy Details & Salary

Post Name Number of Posts Pay Scale / Salary Age Limit
Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) 01 ₹67,000/- per month + 30% HRA 28 Years

Appointment Type: Contract basis (initially for 6 months, renewable every 12 months based on performance up to the project end).

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

1. Educational Qualification

  • Essential: M.Sc. / B.Tech / M.Tech with experience in MR Image Processing and Analysis.
  • Desirable:
    • Ph.D. with experience in image processing.
    • Experience in using FreeSurfer / FSL / MATLAB.
    • Working experience with DTI / ASL sequences.

2. Age Limit & Relaxation

  • Maximum Age: 28 years.
  • Age as on: As per the notification date (calculated from 02-02-2026).
  • Relaxation: Relaxations may apply as per ICMR/government norms (though specific details were not provided in the text).

3. Mandatory Requirements

  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) required if currently working on any Extramural/Intramural project at NIMHANS.

Selection Process

Since this is a Direct Recruitment, the selection will be based on the following stages:

  1. Screening of Applications: Based on essential qualifications and experience.
  2. Written Test / Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test and/or interview.
  3. Final Selection: Based on performance in the test/interview.

Application Fee

Not specified in the provided text. Please refer to the official notification PDF for fee details if applicable.

How to Apply (Offline/Email Mode)

Interested candidates must follow these steps to apply:

  1. Prepare Documents: Gather your resume, proof of date of birth, educational certificates, and other relevant documents (experience proofs, NOC if applicable).
  2. Compose Email: Draft an email containing all your documents.
  3. Send Application: Email your application to: [email protected] (Note: Verify exact email in the official PDF).
  4. Deadline: Ensure the email is sent by 22-02-2026.
  5. Verification: Ensure all proofs are clear and complete. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

Important Dates

  • Notification Release: 02-02-2026
  • Application Start Date: 02-02-2026
  • Last Date for Application Submission: 22-02-2026
  • Test/Interview Dates: To be communicated via email to shortlisted candidates.

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