NIMHANS PhD Admission 2023 is open now. Admission to the program will be based on the scores of candidates in Pre-PhD exam and Interview conducted by NIMHANS. The Pre-PhD entrance exam is going to be conducted on July 13-14, 2023. The Last date to apply for NIMHANS PhD program is May 15, 2023 Check NIMHANS Admission 2023

NIMHANS offers full and Part time Ph.D. Programs in 20 specializations. NIMHANS Application Form for admission to these courses is available online on the institute’s website (http://nimhans.ac.in/). NIMHANS PhD course eligibility criteria and details have been mentioned below.

Specializations in Ph.D.:

The institute offers admission to the Ph.D. programme under 20 specializations and students with a post-graduation degree in relevant subjects can have admission to the course.

Clinical Neuroscience Neurophysiology Clinical Psychology Psychiatric Social work Speech Pathology & Audiology
Biostatistics Neuroscience History of Psychiatry Biophysics Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Human Genetics Mental Health Education Neurochemistry Neurological Rehabilitation Neuromicrobiology
Neurovirology Neuropathology Psychiatric Nursing Mental Health Rehabilitation Psychiatry

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Specializations in M.Phil:

 M.Phil course is divided into 5 specializations and JRF/SRF qualified candidates can apply for admission to the course.

Neuroscience Neurophysiology Biophysics
Clinical Psychology Psychiatric social work -

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NIMHANS M.Phil. & Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria

  • Post Graduation Degree holder in relevant subject.
  • JRF/SRF qualified candidates should apply for admission to the courses.

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NIMHANS M.Phil. & Ph.D. Admission Process

  1. The selection of the candidates will be purely based on the scores in the Online NIMHANS Entrance Exam.
  2. The selected candidates will be called for the Counseling.
  3. The candidates will have to present the hard copy of the printed abstract of the application form along will the original certificates for verification.
  4. The candidates will have to choose their desired subjects in the counselling.
  5. The seats will be allotted on the basis of the reservation.

How to Apply for NIMHANS M.Phil. & Ph.D.?

  1. Visit the official website of the institute, http://nimhans.ac.in/.
  2. Register on the university website to get the NIMHANS Application Form.
  3. Basic details and eligibility details should be filled correctly, any information if found incorrect may lead to rejection of the application.
  4. The candidates have to upload photographs, signatures and documents. After this, the candidates are required to make the payment and take the printout of the form.
  5. The submission of the Declaration Form is mandatory. The Declaration Form should be downloaded, filled, signed, scanned and uploaded
  6. The application fee is Rs.1000/- and for all the candidates
  7. Only using Credit Card/ Debit Card or Online Transfer can make the payment.

NIMHANS PhD FAQs

Ques. What documents are required while applying for admission to NIMHANS PhD program?

Ans. For admission to NIMHANS PhD program  one must submit the following documents:

  • 10th grade, SSLC, or matriculation diploma.
  • bachjelor’s Marks Cards for all semesters and years
  • Master’s degree Marksheet of all semesters
  • Permanent Registration Certificate with either State Medical Council or Medical Council of India.
  • Internship Completion Certificate, in case of eligible qualification being MBBS.
  • Experience Certificate, if mandatory as per ‘General requirement’ section of respective course.
  • Transfer Certificate from Institution/College, from where the last qualification degree was pursued.
  • Migration Certificate from the University, from which the last qualification degree was awarded.
  • No Objection Certificate from the Employer.
  • ‘Equivalence Certificate’ from Association of Indian Universities (AIU) for Eligible qualification obtained from a Foreign University/College. 

Ques. What happens after qualifying Pre-PhD exam?

Ans. Candidates who qualified the Pre-PhD exam for NIMHANS PhD course will have to undergo Certificates Verification, after verification they will be called for interview before a Selection Committee in the order of merit under the particular course. The candidates who have been selected under various categories will be required to submit the Original Certificates/Documents on the day of admission as shown under “Enclosures” along with requisite fee as shown under “Fee Structure” of the Prospectus. 

Ques. How is interview round conducted in NIMHANS PhD program?

Ans. Selection to PhD courses are done on the basis of entrance exam and interview at NIMHANS. There are three interview rounds. The first round is the shortlisting of resumes of the candidates. The second round of the interview is the aptitude test. The third and the last round of the interview is group discussion. Students are admitted on the basis of their scores in these three interview rounds as well as the Pre-PhD exam scores.

Ques. Why should students choose NIMHANS PhD program?

Ans. Students interested in pursuing a career in mental health or neuroscience should consider NIMHANS as their choice of institution. NIMHANS PhD program is best because of the following reasons:

  1. Reputed Institution: NIMHANS is one of the premier institutes for mental health and neuroscience in India and has a global reputation. It is ranked as the top institute for psychiatry in India by various national and international ranking agencies.
  2. Excellent Faculty: NIMHANS has a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members who are experts in their respective fields. Students will have the opportunity to learn from and interact with these experts during their studies.
  3. Comprehensive Courses: NIMHANS offers a range of PhD courses in mental health and neuroscience. These courses are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter and equip Scholars with the necessary skills to pursue a career in the field.

Ques. How do you get selected for NIMHANS PhD program?

Ans. Getting selected for NIMHANS PhD program involves a rigorous selection process. Here are the steps involved in the selection process:

  1. Qualifying Exam: Students must score a minimum qualifying percentile in the entrance exam to be eligible for admission. The minimum qualifying percentile varies for different courses and categories.
  2. Entrance Exam: NIMHANS conducts a Pre PhD exam for admission to its PhD courses. The exam is usually held in June or July every year and consists of objective-type questions.
  3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview, which assesses their academic performance, research aptitude, and overall suitability for the course.
  4. Final Selection: The final selection of candidates is based on the combined scores of the entrance exam and interview. Merit lists are prepared based on the final scores, and the top candidates are offered admission.