- Recruitment for 5 contractual posts under the National Tele Mental Health Programme at IGIMS, Patna.
- Positions include Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant, Senior Resident/ Consultant, Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse, Project Co-ordinator, and Data Entry Operator.
- Appointment is purely contractual for six months, extendable based on performance and discretion of the competent authority.
- Selected candidates will not be entitled to regular appointment benefits or allowances.
- Candidates must be available for whole-time engagement and cannot engage in private practice or other paid assignments during the contract period.
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🎓 Diploma
🎓 B.E.
🎓 M.A.
🎓 M.Sc.
🎓 MCA
🎓 MD
🎓 MS
🎓 M.Phil.
Various Vacancies under National Tele Mental Health Programme
Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS)
Total Vacancies
5
Job Location
Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sheikhpura, Patna, Bihar - 800014
Apply Deadline
04 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS) (IGIMS) |
| Job Category | Medical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Diploma (diploma), B.E. (be), M.A. (ma), M.Sc. (msc), MCA (mca), MD (md), MS (msw), M.Phil. (m.phil.) |
| Number of Vacancies | 5 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹25,000 - ₹150,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 59 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant: 3 years' experience in Psychiatry after MD or equivalent. - Project Co-ordinator: 2 years' experience in health-related technologies (for Diploma holders). |
| Application Fee | - Application fee not specified in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant: Postgraduate Psychiatry qualification (MD or equivalent) with 3 years' experience in a recognized institution.
- Senior Resident/ Consultant: Postgraduate Psychiatry qualification (MD or equivalent).
- Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse: M.Phil in Clinical Psychology, Psychiatric Social Work, or M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology/Psychiatric Nursing, or M.A./M.S.W. in Medical Psychiatric Social Work.
- Project Co-ordinator: BE in Engineering, Diploma in Engineering with 2 years' experience in health-related technologies, or MCA.
- Data Entry Operator: Diploma in Computer Application.
- Senior Resident/ Consultant: Postgraduate Psychiatry qualification (MD or equivalent).
- Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse: M.Phil in Clinical Psychology, Psychiatric Social Work, or M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology/Psychiatric Nursing, or M.A./M.S.W. in Medical Psychiatric Social Work.
- Project Co-ordinator: BE in Engineering, Diploma in Engineering with 2 years' experience in health-related technologies, or MCA.
- Data Entry Operator: Diploma in Computer Application.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant and Senior Resident/ Consultant: Selection through Screening and Interview.
- Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse, Project Co-ordinator, and Data Entry Operator: Screening, with a written test if a large number of applications are received.
- Final decision rests with the competent authority; no separate communication will be sent for interview/test dates.
- Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse, Project Co-ordinator, and Data Entry Operator: Screening, with a written test if a large number of applications are received.
- Final decision rests with the competent authority; no separate communication will be sent for interview/test dates.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled application form.
- Self-attested photocopies of identification proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, etc.).
- Self-attested certificates, mark sheets, and degrees.
- 10th mark sheet.
- Experience certificates.
- MCI/State Medical Council registration certificate (as applicable).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates currently employed in a government organization.
- Any other relevant document.
- Self-attested photocopies of identification proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, etc.).
- Self-attested certificates, mark sheets, and degrees.
- 10th mark sheet.
- Experience certificates.
- MCI/State Medical Council registration certificate (as applicable).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates currently employed in a government organization.
- Any other relevant document.
💳 Application Fee Details
- Application fee not specified in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for IGIMS Patna Tele MANAS Recruitment 2026?
The last date for receipt of application is 4 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM, at the office of the Director, IGIMS, Patna.
Q.
How many vacancies are there in IGIMS Patna Tele MANAS Recruitment 2026?
A total of 5 posts are advertised: one each for Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant, Senior Resident/ Consultant, Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse, Project Co-ordinator, and Data Entry Operator.
Q.
What is the mode of application for IGIMS Patna Recruitment 2026?
The application is offline only. Candidates must send the duly filled form via Speed Post or Registered Post; applications will not be accepted through any other means.
Q.
What is the salary for the Assistant Professor/Senior Consultant post at IGIMS Patna?
The Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant post carries a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 1,50,000/-.
Q.
Is this a permanent job at IGIMS Patna?
No. The appointment is purely contractual, for a period of six months, extendable depending on performance and at the discretion of the competent authority. Selected candidates will have no right or claim to a regular appointment at IGIMS, Patna.