NIMHANS Recruitment 2026: Notification for 52 Group B & C Posts
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, has released an official notification (No. NIMH/Rect/Group B&C/ADVT-3/2025-26) for the recruitment of 52 Group B and Group C posts. This is a premier opportunity for candidates holding qualifications ranging from SSLC/10th pass to Master's Degree. The recruitment process involves an MCQ-based test followed by skill tests and document verification. Applications are invited online from 03 February 2026 to 04 March 2026.
Key Highlights
| Organization Name | National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) |
| Post Name(s) | Group B & Group C (Scientific Assistant, Stenographer, Medical Records Technician, etc.) |
| Total Vacancies | 52 Posts |
| Application Start Date | 03 February 2026 |
| Application End Date | 04 March 2026 (4:30 PM) |
| Official Website | www.nimhans.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Group | Vacancies | Pay Scale/Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Scientific Assistant (Human Genetics) | B | 01 | Level 6 |
| EEG Technician | B | 03 | Level 6 |
| Library Assistant | B | 03 | Level 6 |
| Artist | C | 01 | Level 2 |
| Photographer | C | 02 | Level 2 |
| Stenographer Grade-II | C | 09 | Level 4 |
| Assistant Instructor (Panchakarma) | C | 04 | Level 2 |
| Medical Records Technician | C | 03 | Level 6 |
| Junior Secretarial Assistant | C | 22 | Level 2 |
| Hospital Assistant (Panchakarma) | C | 02 | Level 1 |
| Barber | C | 02 | Level 1 |
| Total | - | 52 | - |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Senior Scientific Assistant (Human Genetics): I or II class Master's degree or equivalent in Life Science.
- EEG Technician: Diploma in Clinical Neuro Physiology OR B.Sc. in Physics/Electronic/Computer.
- Library Assistant: Master Degree in Library and Information Science.
- Artist: SSLC/Matriculation + Diploma in Arts.
- Photographer: SSLC/Matriculation + Diploma in Photography/Cinematography.
- Stenographer Grade-II: Graduate + Skill test (Dictation 10 mins @ 80 wpm; Transcription 50mts Eng / 65mts Hindi).
- Assistant Instructor (Panchakarma): SSLC/10th + 1-year Certificate course in Panchakarma.
- Medical Records Technician: Bachelor Degree preferably in Science + Training in Medical Records Technician Course.
- Junior Secretarial Assistant: Any Bachelor Degree + 06 months training in computer course.
- Hospital Assistant (Panchakarma): SSLC/10th Class Pass.
- Barber: SSLC passed.
2. Age Limit (as on 04 March 2026)
- Senior Scientific Assistant: Up to 35 Years.
- EEG Technician & Library Assistant: Up to 30 Years.
- All Group C Posts: Up to 27 Years.
3. Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years (13 Years for OBC, 15 Years for SC/ST)
- Central Govt. Employees: Up to 5/8/10 Years based on category.
- Ex-Servicemen: Length of Military service + 3/6/8 Years.
Selection Process & Exam Structure
The selection involves a competitive examination process:
Stage-I: MCQ based Test
- Mode: To be intimated in Admit Card (likely Computer Based Test/OMR).
- Duration: 90 Minutes.
- Language: English Medium.
- Marking Scheme: +1 Mark for correct answer; -0.25 Mark (Negative Marking) for wrong answer.
- Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS (40%), OBC (35%), SC/ST/PwBD (30%).
Stage-II: Skill Test & Document Verification
- Conducted by NIMHANS for specific posts (e.g., Stenographer, Junior Secretarial Assistant).
- Final merit list based on combined marks of Stage-I and Stage-II.
Application Fee
| Category | Group B Posts Fee | Group C Posts Fee |
|---|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | Rs. 1,180/- (incl. GST) | Rs. 885/- (incl. GST) |
| SC / ST | Rs. 885/- (incl. GST) | Rs. 590/- (incl. GST) |
| PwBD (40%+ disability) | Exempted | |
How to Apply
- Visit the official application portal: nimhans.intedutech.com.
- Click on the "Job Openings" section under the Recruitment tab.
- Register with basic details (Name, Email, Mobile Number).
- Log in and fill out the online application form carefully.
- Upload scanned documents (Photo, Signature, Qualification Certificates).
- Pay the application fee via online mode before the deadline.
- Submit the form by 04 March 2026 (4:30 PM).
- Save and print the application form for future reference.
Important: No physical documents are required to be sent. Correction in registration will not be allowed via email/letter.
Important Dates
- Notification Release: 03 February 2026
- Application Start: 03 February 2026
- Application End: 04 March 2026 (4:30 PM)
- Admit Card Release: March & April 2026
- Eligibility Test: April or May 2026 onwards
- Result Declaration: May 2026 onwards
- Document Verification/Skill Test: June 2026 onwards