NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 for Lab Manager, Junior Research Fellows and Other Posts
January 3, 2026
Latest notifications for NIMHANS recruitment 2026 updated today are listed here. Below is the complete list of all National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) recruitment in India for the current year 2026 where you can find information on how you can apply and register for various opportunities:
NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Laboratory Manager Post | Last Date: 12th January 2026
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, has released an official notification for the recruitment of Laboratory Manager on a contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a Master’s degree in Life Sciences and significant laboratory and biorepository management experience. The position offers a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 55,000. Eligible candidates are invited to appear for a Walk-in-cum-Written Test on 12th January 2026.
NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Junior Research Fellow Post | Last Date: 9th January 2026
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, has released an official notification for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for a research project related to mental health and scriptwriting. This is an excellent opportunity for postgraduates in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Mass Communication, and related fields with an interest in mental health and storytelling. The position is purely temporary and will be filled through a Walk-in-cum-Written Test scheduled on 9th January 2026.
NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 Notification
Name of Organization
National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS)
Post Names
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Education
Master’s in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Mass Communication, Science Communication, Journalism, or Screenwriting
Total Vacancies
1 Post
Apply Mode
Walk-in Interview
Job Location
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Last Date (Interview)
9th January 2026
NIMHANS Vacancy
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Junior Research Fellow
1
PG in Clinical Psychology / Social Work / Mass Communication or related
Eligibility Criteria
Education & Skills
Essential:
Master’s Degree in:
Clinical Psychology
Social Work
Mass Communication
Science Communication & Journalism
MA in Screenwriting or related field
Proficiency in Hindi (writing, reading, and speaking).
Strong grammar, scriptwriting, storytelling, and visual media writing skills.
Desirable:
Experience in scriptwriting, preferably on mental health themes.
Salary
Rs. 35,000/- per month (consolidated)
Age Limit
Maximum: 40 years (as on 9th January 2026)
Application Fee
No application fee.
Selection Process
Walk-in-cum-Written Test will be conducted on 9th January 2026.
How to Apply
Prepare a resume and attach original documents with a set of self-attested photocopies.
Appear for the Walk-in-cum-Written Test at NIMHANS.
Register your name at the venue 30 minutes before the start of the test/interview.
If currently working on a NIMHANS project, bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your current Principal Investigator.
NIMHANS Recruitment 2025 for Admin/Accounts Assistant Post [CLOSED]
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, has released a recruitment notification for the post of Admin/Accounts Assistant. NIMHANS is a premier institution in the field of mental health and neurosciences and is actively involved in academic, clinical, and research activities at the national and international level. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, along with experience in Tally, MS Office, and administrative tasks, are encouraged to apply. Fluency in Kannada and English is essential for this role. Selection will be done through a walk-in-interview, and the position is based at the NIMHANS campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The walk-in date is scheduled for 17th November 2025.