- Contract-based position for the project 'NIMHANS Technical Resource Centre under DHR - Centre for Evidence Based Guidelines'.
- Funded by Extra-Mural DHR - Centre for Evidence-based Guidelines.
- Principal Investigator: Dr Vijaykumar Harbishettar, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry & PI (Geriatric Unit), NIMHANS.
- Project duration: 12 months (recurring/non-recurring).
- Post duration: Initial appointment for 6 months, renewable for another 6 months based on performance (maximum 3 years).
- No hostel accommodation provided for project staff.
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🎓 M.Pharm
🎓 MDS
🎓 MD
🎓 MS
🎓 Ph.D.
Research Associate Grade III
National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Apply Deadline
12 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
📄 View PDF Notification
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) |
| Job Category | Medical |
| Eligibility Qualification | M.Pharm (mph), MDS (mds), MD (md), MS (ms), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹67,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 40 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | 2 years of research experience |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- PhD in a relevant branch of Life Sciences, Social Sciences, or Public Health (e.g., Clinical Psychology, Psychiatric Social Work, Neurosciences, Cognitive Sciences, Behavioural Sciences, or Public Health).
- OR MD/MS/MDS or equivalent postgraduate medical degree in a related medical discipline or MPH with Science background.
- Minimum 2 years of research experience.
- Desirable: Experience in conducting Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (SRMAs), familiarity with Grading of evidence, PICO frameworks, risk-of-bias assessment tools, comprehensive database searching strategies, and GRADE methodology.
- Desirable: Documented research track record or thesis focusing on mental health disorders, psychopharmacology, or behavioural interventions.
- Desirable: Published SRMA.
- OR MD/MS/MDS or equivalent postgraduate medical degree in a related medical discipline or MPH with Science background.
- Minimum 2 years of research experience.
- Desirable: Experience in conducting Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (SRMAs), familiarity with Grading of evidence, PICO frameworks, risk-of-bias assessment tools, comprehensive database searching strategies, and GRADE methodology.
- Desirable: Documented research track record or thesis focusing on mental health disorders, psychopharmacology, or behavioural interventions.
- Desirable: Published SRMA.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email and receive a call letter for the interview.
- Interview/written test may be conducted online, offline, or in hybrid mode.
- Candidates must report 30 minutes before the scheduled interview/written test time.
- Minimum 50% score required in the written examination (if applicable) to qualify for the skill test/interview.
- Selection is at the discretion of the institute; possession of prescribed qualifications does not guarantee selection.
- Interview/written test may be conducted online, offline, or in hybrid mode.
- Candidates must report 30 minutes before the scheduled interview/written test time.
- Minimum 50% score required in the written examination (if applicable) to qualify for the skill test/interview.
- Selection is at the discretion of the institute; possession of prescribed qualifications does not guarantee selection.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Self-attested copies of all educational certificates.
- Proof of date of birth.
- Resume/CV.
- Candidates currently working on Extramural/Intramural projects at NIMHANS must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their Principal Investigator.
- Proof of date of birth.
- Resume/CV.
- Candidates currently working on Extramural/Intramural projects at NIMHANS must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their Principal Investigator.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Research Associate Grade III position at NIMHANS?
The last date to apply is 14 days from the notification date, which is 12/09/2026.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applicants for the Research Associate Grade III post?
The maximum age limit for applicants is 40 years as of the notification date.
Q.
What is the salary for the Research Associate Grade III position at NIMHANS?
The salary is Rs. 67,000 per month plus 30% HRA.
Q.
Is there any application fee for applying to the Research Associate Grade III position?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification for this position.
Q.
What is the duration of the initial appointment for the Research Associate Grade III post?
The initial appointment is for a period of 6 months, renewable for another 6 months based on performance.