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National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences - [NIMHANS]

Hosur Road / Marigowda Road, (Lakkasandra, Wilson Garden), India • 5600304.0(22)
VerifiedEstd. 1974
Founded
1974

About National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences - [NIMHANS]

National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences, popularly known as NIMHANS is an autonomous university located in Bangalore, Karnataka was established in 1974. NIMHANS was declared as an “Institute of National Importance” by the Government of India in 2012. The institute was conferred ‘Deemed to be University’ status by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in 1994. NIMHANS offers various undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in mental health and neurosciences. Admission to all the courses is based on merit in the entrance test conducted by the institute itself. According to NIRF 2024, NIMHANS has placed 4th in the Medical Category. 

  • MD, DM, PhD and Fellowship are some of the popular courses offered at NIMHANS. 
  • Candidates with valid scores on the entrance test are selected for further admission processes.
  • NIMHANS accepts a valid INI CET and INI SS score for admission to MD, DM and M.Ch programs. 
  • The institute offers 100% placement opportunities for students at the top hospitals with a good package. 
  • The campus is spread over 135 acres and includes facilities such as hospitals, research centres, and herb gardens. 

NIMHANS Bangalore


NIMHANS Highlights

Some of the important highlights of NIMHANS are mentioned below: 

Particulars Details
Institute Name National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences
Popularly Known As NIMHANS
Established | Type  1974 | Autonomous
Approved by UGC
Courses Offered UG, PG, Doctoral, Diploma and Fellowship 
Admission Criteria  Entrance-Based
Qualifying Examination MD/ DM (6 Years)/ M.Ch (6 Years): INI CET
DM (3 Years)/ M.Ch (3 Years): INI SS
Facilities Offered Hostel, Laboratories, Library, Gym, Gardens and Sports Facilities 
Top Recruiters Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Hospitals, Max Healthcare, Manipal Hospitals, ICMR
Official Website  nimhans.ac.in

Check More: NIMHANS Faculty 

NIMHANS Rankings

The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Science (NIMHANS) is one of the top medical institutes providing the best knowledge in the field of medical health. Some of the NIMHANS Rankings over the years are tabulated below: 

Agency Year Rank
NIRF (Medical) 2024 4
IIRF (Medical) 2023 4

NIMHANS Courses & Fees

NIMHANS offers various courses at Undergraduate, Diploma, Postgraduate, Master's Degree, Super Specialty Medical, Fellowship, PhD, and Post-Doctoral Fellowship levels. Admission to all the programs is based on merit in their respective entrance examinations. Detailed information about NIMHANS Courses and Fees are mentioned below: 

Course Name Course Details  Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria 
B.Sc Nursing  Duration: 4 Years
Course Fee: INR 49,250 (1st year)
10+2 in Physics, Chemistry and Biology with an aggregate of 45% marks from a recognized board.  Score/Merit in entrance examination conducted by NIMHANS. 
B.Sc Duration: 3 Years
Course Fee: INR 22,550 (1st year)
M.Sc Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: INR 22,100 (1st year)
Bachelor’s degree in the relevant specialization from a recognized university.  Score/Merit in the entrance examination followed by document verification.
MPH Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: INR 96,840 (1st year)
MBBS or Bachelor's degree in the relevant specialization from a recognized university. 
MD Duration: 3 Years
Course Fee: INR 66,550 (1st year)
MBBS degree from a recognized university.  Score/Merit in INI CET
DM Duration: 3 Years
Course Fee: INR 71,050 (1st year)
MD or DNB degree from a recognized university.  Score/Merit in INI SS. 
M.Ch  Duration: 3 Years
Course Fee: INR 62,050 (1st year)
PhD  Duration: 3 Years
Course Fee: INR 32,000 (1st year)
MBBS or Master's degree in the relevant specialization from a recognized university.  Score/Merit in the entrance examination followed by an interview conducted by NIMHANS. 
M.Phil  Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: INR 22,550 (1st year)
Score/Merit in the entrance examination followed by document verification. 
Diploma  Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: INR 8,600 (1st year)
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology with 45% marks Score/Merit in entrance examination conducted by NIMHANS. 
Post Basic Diploma Duration: 1 Year
Course Fee: INR 7,350
Bachelor’s in the relevant discipline
PG Diploma Duration: 1 Year
Course Fee: INR 20,750
MBBS or Master's degree in the relevant specialization from a recognized university.  Score/Merit in the entrance examination followed by document verification. 
Fellowship Duration: 1 Year
Course Fee: INR 18,350
MD or DNB degree in relevant specialization from a recognized university.  Score/Merit in entrance examination conducted by NIMHANS.

NIMHANS Admission to various UG, PG and Doctoral courses is based on the entrance test followed by an interview. Admission to MD, DM and M.Ch courses is based on INI CET and INI SS conducted by AIIMS Delhi. Candidates must secure a valid score in the NIMHANS Entrance Test. 

How to Apply for NIMHANS Admission 2024?

Candidates can apply for NIMHANS Admission by following the below-mentioned steps:

  • Visit the official website @ nimhans.ac.in. 
  • Fill out the application form with all the required details.
  • Candidates can pay the application fee via debit/credit card or net banking.
  • On successful registration, download the admit card from the official website. 
  • Candidates must appear for the entrance test on the notified date.
  • On selection, candidates must appear for an in-person interview at NIMHANS.
  • The final merit list will be published on the official website. 
  • Selected candidates, must appear for document verification. 
  • Candidates can secure their admission by paying the requisite fees.

NIMHANS Results 2024

NIMHANS conducts examinations for various undergraduate and postgraduate courses. NIMHANS Results are published on the official website. Candidates can check the semester results online and can download their results from the website. 

How to check NIMHANS Results?

Candidates can check NIMHANS Results by following the steps mentioned below: 

  • Visit the official website of NIMHANS
  • Hover the cursor over the Training & Academics Tab on the home page.
  • Under the Admissions Section, click on the ‘Results’ Tab.
  • Click on the Relevant Course Link among the Links available on the Results Page.
  • Candidates can check and download the results.

NIMHANS Cutoff 2024

Admission to MD, DM and MCh programs at NIMHANS Bangalore is offered via INI CET. NIMHANS Cutoff is the minimum score/rank required by the candidates to secure admission to MD/ DM/ M.Ch courses at NIMHANS. Here are the round-wise seat allotment lists for the INI CET July 2024 Session: 

Cutoff Rounds Download Link
Mock Round 1 Click to Download
Round 1 Click to Download

INI CET January 2024 Cutoff has been for admission to MD, DM, and M.Ch courses at NIMHANS. Here is NIMHANS INI CET Cutoff 2024 for the General Category: 

Course Round 1 Round 2
M.Ch. in Neuro Surgery 96 103
MD in Psychiatry 284 284

NIMHANS Placements

The university places a high value on internships and placements. The number of students is very high, and there are many job prospects at both public and private hospitals. NIMHANS has not released the official placement report for the year 2023 yet. However, the NIMHANS NIRF 2023 Report has been released. 

The table below lists the key highlights of NIMHANS Bangalore Placement as per its 2023 NIRF Report:

Particulars PG (3-Year) Statistics 2022
Total Students 44
Students Placed 44
Median Package INR 16.09 LPA
Placement Rate 100%
Top Recruiters Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Hospitals, Max Healthcare, Manipal Hospitals, ICMR

*Placement Data is taken from the NIRF 2023 Report as Actual Placement Data is not available on the Official Website.*


NIMHANS Facilities 

NIMHANS is spread over 174 acres amidst greenery in Bangalore, Karnataka. The institute has impressive infrastructure and is well-equipped to meet the needs of patients, students, and researchers. Some of the facilities offered at NIMHANS is mentioned below:

  • Hospitals: NIMHANS has a 950-bed hospital with various departments along with speciality clinics to aid the mental well-being of patients. 
  • Laboratories: The institute has state-of-the-art research facilities to aid the practical knowledge of students. 
  • Library: NIMHANS library is one of the largest mental health and neuroscience libraries in Asia.
  • It has many books, journals, and electronic resources related to psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, and allied fields.
  • Hostels: NIMHANS has separate hostels for men and women, which provide accommodation to students, trainees, and researchers.
  • Lecture Halls and Auditoriums: There are several lecture halls and auditoriums equipped with modern audiovisuals to aid lectures. 
  • NIMHANS has a sports complex, which includes facilities for indoor games and outdoor games for recreational purposes. 
  • The institute also has a gymnasium, swimming pool, botanical garden and herbal garden for research and education purposes.

Check More: NIMHANS Hostel 


NIMHANS Alumni

NIMHANS has a great number of strong medical scientists and physicians who have graduated. The alumni hold numerous esteemed positions all around the world. Some of the NIMHANS Alumni members are mentioned below:

  • Dr. Shilpa Sadanand 
  • Dr.Vidhya Sagar K
  • Dr. Ashwini R
  • Dr. Harish T
  • Dr. Ajay Prakash
  • Dr. Megha Mahajan

Check More: NIMHANS Scholarship 


NIMHANS FAQs

Ques. What are the courses offered at NIMHANS?

Ans. NIMHANS offers admission to a vast number of UG, Diploma, PG, PGDM, Super Speciality Medical Courses, Fellowship, PhD, and Post-Doctoral Fellowship programs in a number of specialities. 

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for the MD course at NIMHANS?

Ans. Candidates with an MBBS degree from a recognized university are eligible for admission to the MD course at NIMHANS. 

Ques. What are the selection criteria for the MD course at NIMHANS?

Ans. NIMHANS offers admission to the MD program for candidates with a valid score in INI CET conducted by AIIMS Delhi. 

Ques. What are the facilities offered for students at NIMHANS?

Ans. NIMHANS offers facilities such as a Hostel, Laboratories, Library, Gym, Lecture Halls, Auditorium, Swimming Pool, Gardens and Sports Facilities. 

Ques. Is there an interview round in NIMHANS?

Ans. Selection to PhD courses is based on the 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 last round of the interview is group discussion. Students are admitted based on their scores in these three interview rounds as well as the entrance exam.

Ques. Is NIMHANS a good college?

Ans. NIMHANS is one of the top institutes excelling in the field of Mental Health and Neurosciences. The institute provides state-of-the-art facilities to aid students with the best knowledge. NIMHANS has secured 4th position under the medical category by NIRF for 3 consecutive years. 

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for admission to DM / M.Ch courses at NIMHANS?

Ans. Candidates with an MD or DNB degree from a recognized university are eligible for admission to DM /M.Ch courses at NIMHANS. 

Ques. What are the placement opportunities at NIMHANS?

Ans. NIMHANS provides one of the placement opportunities for all the final year students. The median package offered at NIMHANS stood at INR 16.06 LPA and a total of 44 students were placed. 

Ques. Who are the top recruiters at NIMHANS?

Ans. NIMHANS offers placements at the top hospitals for their students during the placement process. Some of the top recruiters are Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Hospitals, Max Healthcare, Manipal Hospitals and ICMR. 

Ques. What are the documents required at the time of admission?

Ans. Documents Required for Admission:

  • 10th / SSLC/ Matriculation Certificate.
  • Marks Cards of all years /semesters
  • Statement of Marks of Job Oriented Diploma with Diagnostic (If applicable).
  • Mark Sheets or Statement of Marks for All Years of a Degree or Diploma Course (If applicable).
  • Registration Certificate of State Nursing Council or Indian Nursing Council (If applicable).
  • Transfer Certificate from School/ College/ Institution, where the applicant last studied.
  • Migration Certificate from Board/Department of Pre-University Education/University, under whom the applicant last studied.
  • Certificate of OBC/ SC/ ST/ PWD OR Domicile of Karnataka/ Chhattisgarh/ Jammu and Kashmir/ Uttarakhand/ Northeastern states (if applicable). 
  • Degree Certificate.
  • Attempt Certificate, in case of eligible qualification, is MBBS.
  • Permanent Registration Certificate with either State Medical Council or Medical Council of India in case of eligible qualification being a bachelor's degree in medicine.
  • Internship Completion Certificate, in case of eligible qualification being MBBS.6
  • Experience Certificate, if mandatory as per the ‘General requirement’ section of the respective course.
  • ‘Equivalence Certificate’ from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) for Eligible qualification obtained from a Foreign University/College.
Courses & Fees

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Compare fees, eligibility, duration, exams, and specializations in a compact view.

Courses
5
Lowest Fee
₹30,000
Highest Fee
₹1,56,000
Streams
2
MedicalParamedical
Admission
Application Timeline (PG & Ph.D Courses)
Start: 15 Feb 2024
Last Date: 16 Mar 2024
Cutoff
Value: 448
Exam: INI-CET
Year: 2025
Ranking
Rank: #4
Agency: NIRF
Category: Medical
Accepted Exams
INI CET2025
17 May 25
INI SS2025
25 Oct 24
Specializations
2 available
Psychiatry
Doctorate of Medicine [MD] (Psychiatry)
1st Year Fee
₹1,50,000
Total Fee
₹1,50,000
Cutoff
448(INI-CET)
Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
Doctorate of Medicine [MD] (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
1st Year Fee
₹1,50,000
Total Fee
₹1,50,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy [Ph.D-Pharmacy]
Start: 05 Nov 2024
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: #4
Agency: NIRF
Category: Medical
Specializations
21 available
Psychiatry
Ph.D. (Psychiatry)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Clinical Nueroscience
Ph.D. (Clinical Nueroscience)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Clinical Psychology
Ph.D. (Clinical Psychology)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Neuroimaging And Interventional Radiology
Ph.D. (Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Psychiatric Social Work
Ph.D. (Psychiatric Social Work)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Human Genetics
Ph.D. (Human Genetics)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Biostatistics
Ph.D. (Biostatistics)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Neurophysiology
Ph.D. (Neurophysiology)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Mental Health Rehabilitation
Ph.D. (Mental Health Rehabilitation )
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Pharmacology And Toxicology
Ph.D. (Pharmacology and Toxicology)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Ph.D. (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Neurology
Ph.D. (Neurology)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Nursing
Ph.D. (Nursing)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Speech Pathology And Audiology
Ph.D. (Speech Pathology and Audiology)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Psychopharmacology
Ph.D. (Psychopharmacology )
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Neuromicrobiology
Ph.D. (Neuromicrobiology)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Biophysics
Ph.D. (Biophysics)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Neurochemistry
Ph.D. (Neurochemistry)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Neurovirology
Ph.D. (Neurovirology)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
History of Psychiatry
Ph.D. (History of Psychiatry)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Neuropathology
Ph.D. (Neuropathology)
1st Year Fee
₹32,000
Total Fee
₹79,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
Application Timeline (PG & Ph.D Courses)
Start: 15 Feb 2024
Last Date: 16 Mar 2024
Cutoff
Value: 65
Exam: INI-CET
Year: 2025
Ranking
Rank: #4
Agency: NIRF
Category: Medical
Accepted Exams
INI SS2025
25 Oct 24
INI CET2025
17 May 25
Specializations
1 available
Neuro Surgery
Master of Chirurgiae [M.Ch] (Neuro Surgery)
1st Year Fee
₹1,56,000
Total Fee
₹1,56,000
Cutoff
65(INI-CET)
Admission
N/A
Start: N/A
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Specializations
3 available
Anaesthesia Technology
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Anaesthesia Technology)
1st Year Fee
₹30,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Radiography
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Radiography)
1st Year Fee
₹30,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Neurophysiology Technology
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Neurophysiology Technology)
1st Year Fee
₹30,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
N/A
Start: N/A
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Specializations
1 available
Nursing
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
1st Year Fee
₹1,40,000
Total Fee
₹1,40,000
Cutoff
N/A

Admission Process

Admission to National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences - [NIMHANS] is based on various entrance exams and merit. The college offers multiple courses with different admission criteria.

Accepted Entrance Exams

INI CETINI SS
Placements & Recruiters

National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences - [NIMHANS] Placement Details

National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences - [NIMHANS] in Bangalore, Karnataka, India placement details include salary insights, top recruiters, and hiring trends to help students understand career outcomes and campus opportunities.

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Campus Facilities

National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences - [NIMHANS] Facilities

National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences - [NIMHANS] in Bangalore, Karnataka, India offers campus facilities such as library, hostel, laboratories, sports, transport, cafeteria, medical support, Wi-Fi, and more for a better student experience.

Students often look for practical campus amenities before applying. This section gives a quick overview of the key facilities available for academics, student life, daily comfort, and overall campus experience in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.

Total Facilities
10
Academic Support
4
Student Life
6
  • Library
    Academic

    Library

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Medical
    Student Life

    Medical

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Comp Labs
    Academic

    Comp Labs

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Laboratory
    Academic

    Laboratory

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Sports
    Campus Life

    Sports

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Hostel
    Student Life

    Hostel

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Classrooms
    Academic

    Classrooms

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Cafeteria
    Student Life

    Cafeteria

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Auditorium
    Campus Life

    Auditorium

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Gym
    Campus Life

    Gym

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

Faculty

Dr. Pratima Murthy

Director

Dr. D. Nagaraja

Professor, Department of Neurology

Dr. P. Satishchandra

Professor, Department of Neurology

Dr. A. B. Taly

Professor and Head, Department of Neurology

Dr. M. Veerendra Kumar

Professor, Department of Neurology

Dr. A. Nalini

Additional Professor, Department of Neurology

Dr. S. R. Chandra

Professor, Department of Neurology

Contact Information

Hosur Road / Marigowda Road, (Lakkasandra, Wilson Garden)<br> India

Pincode: 560030

080 - 26995000

26972230

26995530

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