NIMHANS Faculty Recruitment 2026: Apply for 22 Professor & Assistant Professor Posts Before 31 January
NIMHANS Faculty Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences (NIMHANS). A total of 22 permanent faculty vacancies are available for Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts. Eligible candidates can apply offline by post
from 30 December 2025 to 31 January 2026.
This recruitment offers a prestigious government career opportunity for qualified medical and research professionals
Looking to work at one of India’s top institutes of national importance.
Important Dates – NIMHANS Recruitment 2026
| Important | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 30 December 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 30 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 January 2026 |
| Interview Date | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (Including GST) |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC | ₹2360/- |
| SC / ST | ₹1180/- |
| PwBD | Nil |
| Indian Nationals Abroad | US$35 |
Note: Application fee must be paid online through SBI Collect and is non-refundable.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the NIMHANS Faculty Recruitment 2026 must meet the required
eligibility conditions related to age, educational qualification, and teaching or research experience.
Only eligible applications will be considered for further selection.
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | As per NIMHANS / Government of India rules |
Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and Government employees as per government norms.
Educational Eligibility
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | MD / DM / MCh / DNB / PhD |
| Experience | Teaching & research experience as per the post |
| Institution | The degree must be from a recognized institution |
Detailed post-wise qualifications and experience requirements are available in
Annexure-I of the official notification.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Document Verification | Scrutiny by a statutory committee |
| Personal Interview | Shortlisted candidates will be called |
| Final Selection | Based on interview performance and document verification |
- 4% horizontal reservation applicable for PwBD candidates
- No TA/DA will be paid for the interview
- NIMHANS reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process
Important Links
| Important | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | nimhans.ac.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Available on the NIMHANS website |
| Application Form | Download from the official website |
| SBI Collect (Fee Payment) | Active |