The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru has released the official NIMHANS Group B & Group C Recruitment 2026 Notification inviting online applications from eligible Indian nationals (including abroad) for various technical, administrative and support posts.
A total of 52 vacancies are announced across Group B and Group C cadres.
Selection will be done through an Eligibility Test (MCQ) followed by Skill Test / Document Verification as applicable.
| Recruiting Institute | National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) |
| Advertisement No. | NIMH/Rect/Group B & C/ADVT-3/2025-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 52 Posts |
| Post Category | Group B & Group C |
| Job Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Mode | Eligibility Test (MCQ) + Skill Test / DV |
| Official Website | nimhans.ac.in |
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies | Group | Pay Level | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Scientific Assistant (Human Genetics) | 1 | B | Level 6 | 35 Years |
| EEG Technician | 3 | B | Level 6 | 30 Years |
| Library Assistant | 3 | B | Level 6 | 30 Years |
| Artist | 1 | C | Level 5 | 27 Years |
| Photographer | 2 | C | Level 5 | 27 Years |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 9 | C | Level 4 | 27 Years |
| Assistant Instructor (Panchakarma) | 4 | C | Level 4 | 27 Years |
| Medical Records Technician | 3 | C | Level 4 | 27 Years |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant | 22 | C | Level 2 | 27 Years |
| Hospital Assistant (Panchakarma) | 2 | C | Level 1 | 27 Years |
| Barber | 2 | C | Level 1 | 27 Years |
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Scientific Assistant (Human Genetics) | M.Sc in Human Genetics / Molecular Biology / Life Sciences with relevant laboratory experience |
| EEG Technician | B.Sc in Science / Psychology with Diploma or Certificate in EEG / Neurophysiology |
| Library Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree with Diploma / Degree in Library Science |
| Artist | SSLC / Matriculation with Diploma or Certificate in Fine Arts / Drawing / Painting |
| Photographer | SSLC with Certificate/Diploma in Photography and relevant practical experience |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 12th Pass with Stenography skill (as per NIMHANS norms) |
| Assistant Instructor (Panchakarma) | Diploma in Panchakarma / Ayurveda from a recognized institute |
| Medical Records Technician | B.Sc / Diploma in Medical Records / Medical Record Technology |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant | 12th Pass with typing/computer knowledge as prescribed |
| Hospital Assistant (Panchakarma) | SSLC with Certificate in Panchakarma / Ayurveda Therapy |
| Barber | SSLC with Trade Certificate / Practical experience in barber trade |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 27 – 35 Years (Post-wise) |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST – 5 Years | OBC – 3 Years | PwBD – 13 Years | Ex-Servicemen – As per rules |
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹1180 (Group B) / ₹885 (Group C) |
| SC / ST | ₹885 (Group B) / ₹590 (Group C) |
| PwBD (40% & above) | Exempted |
| Mode | MCQ Based |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Mark |
| Qualifying Marks | UR/EWS: 40% | OBC: 35% | SC/ST/PwBD: 30% |
| Group | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Pay Scale (₹) | Posts Covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group B | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | Senior Scientific Assistant (Human Genetics), EEG Technician, Library Assistant |
| Group C | Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | Artist, Photographer |
| Group C | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | Stenographer Grade-II, Assistant Instructor (Panchakarma), Medical Records Technician |
| Group C | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | Junior Secretariat Assistant |
| Group C | Level 1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 | Hospital Assistant (Panchakarma), Barber |
📌 Note: In addition to basic pay, selected candidates are entitled to
Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance,
Medical facilities and other benefits as per Central Government rules.
| Notification Date | 03 February 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 03 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 04 March 2026 |
| Eligibility Test | April / May 2026 |
| Official Website | nimhans.ac.in |
| Apply Online | Click to Apply |
| Notification PDF | Download PDF |
NIMHANS has announced a total of 52 vacancies across various Group B and Group C posts including technical, administrative and support staff.
The selection process consists of an Eligibility Test (MCQ-based) followed by a Skill Test (wherever applicable) and Document Verification.
The age limit varies post-wise from 27 to 35 years. Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen categories as per Government of India rules.
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the Eligibility Test.
Selected candidates will be paid as per 7th Central Pay Commission pay levels ranging from Level 1 to Level 6 (₹18,000 – ₹1,12,400) along with DA, HRA and other allowances.
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