NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 Notification Released – Apply Offline for 22 Faculty Posts

The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, has officially released the NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 Notification on 30 December 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 22 permanent faculty vacancies for Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts across various medical and allied disciplines.

Eligible candidates can apply offline (by post) through the official website nimhans.ac.in. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified medical professionals seeking a permanent and pensionable central government job in a prestigious institute.

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Important Dates & Key Highlights – NIMHANS Recruitment 2026

• Notification Release Date: 30 December 2025

• Application Start Date: 30 December 2025

• Last Date to Apply Offline: 31 January 2026

• Application Mode: Offline (By Post Only)

• Selection Process: Document Verification & Interview

• Job Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka

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NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 – Overview Table

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Latest Update – NIMHANS Faculty Vacancy 2026

• Offline applications are now invited for 22 permanent faculty posts.

• Candidates must ensure all Annexures, documents, and fee proof are enclosed.

• Applications received after 31 January 2026 will be rejected.

• Online applications will not be accepted under any circumstances.

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NIMHANS Faculty Vacancy 2026 – Post-wise Details

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NIMHANS Application Fee 2026

Note: Application fee is non-refundable and must be paid via SBI Collect.

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NIMHANS Eligibility Criteria 2026

Age Limit

• As per NIMHANS / Government of India rules

• Age relaxation applicable for SC / ST / OBC / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Govt. Employees

Educational Qualification & Experience

• Required qualifications: MD / DM / MCh / DNB / PhD (as applicable)

• Teaching & research experience as per Annexure-I

• Degrees must be from recognized institutions

Category Certificate Validity

• OBC-NCL / EWS certificates must be issued between 01-04-2025 to 31-01-2026

• Certificate must be digital with QR code

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NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

1. Document Scrutiny by statutory committee

2. Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates

3. Final Selection based on interview performance

📌 No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
📌 Jurisdiction of disputes: Bengaluru Courts only.

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NIMHANS Salary 2026

• Pay Scale as per 7th Central Pay Commission

• Pay Level: Level-12 to Level-14

• Additional allowances as per NIMHANS / GOI rules

• Posts are permanent & pensionable

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How to Apply for NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 (Offline Process)

1. Visit the official website nimhans.ac.in

2. Download the Notification & Application Form (Annexure-II)

3. Pay the application fee via SBI Collect

4. Fill the application form carefully

5. Attach self-attested copies of required documents

6. Enclose the following Annexures:

   • Annexure-VII (Fee Payment Proof)

   • Annexure-VIII (PUBMED / Grant Details)

   • Annexure-V (NOC, if applicable)

7. Send the application by post to:

The Director
National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences (NIMHANS)
P.B. No. 2900, Hosur Road
Bengaluru – 560029, Karnataka

📌 Application must reach on or before 31 January 2026.

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Documents Required

• Filled Application Form

• Educational Qualification Certificates

• Experience Certificates

• Category Certificate (if applicable)

• Fee Payment Receipt

• NOC (for Govt. Employees)

• Annexure-VII & VIII

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Important Instructions for Candidates

• Apply offline only

• Incomplete applications will be rejected

• Use correct category certificates

• Keep a copy of the application for future reference

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Preparation / Next Step Tips

• Verify eligibility before applying

• Arrange documents well in advance

• Highlight teaching & research experience clearly

• Prepare for subject-specific interview questions

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FAQs – NIMHANS Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many vacancies are announced?
👉 A total of 22 faculty vacancies.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?
👉 31 January 2026.

Q3. What is the application mode?
👉 Offline only (By Post).

Q4. What is the selection process?
👉 Document verification followed by interview.

Q5. Are these posts permanent?
👉 Yes, all posts are permanent & pensionable.

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Important Links – NIMHANS Recruitment 2026

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Final Note

Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details from the official NIMHANS website before applying. Do not rely on unofficial sources. Keep all documents and fee receipts safe for future reference.

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