FAQs
What is NIMHANS?
It stands for the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences.
Where is NIMHANS located?
NIMHANS is located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
When was NIMHANS established?
It was established in 1974 as an autonomous institute.
What type of institute is NIMHANS?
NIMHANS is an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
What courses does NIMHANS offer?
NIMHANS offers undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, diploma, and fellowship programs in mental health, neuroscience, and related disciplines.
What is the admission process at NIMHANS?
Admissions are entrance-based, requiring exams like INI CET, INI SS, or the institute's own entrance tests.
Is there an age limit for NIMHANS courses?
Some courses like B.Sc have age limits (17–25 years), while others like postgraduate and doctoral programs generally do not.
What is the mode of application to NIMHANS admissions?
Online applications are available on the official website of NIMHANS.
Are international students eligible for NIMHANS programs?
Yes. International students can apply in case they meet the eligibility criteria.
What is the duration of the courses at NIMHANS?
The duration varies between the following: B.Sc 3–4 years, MD/M.Sc/MPH 2–3 years, DM/M.Ch 3 years, Ph.D. minimum 3 years and diploma programs 1–2 years.
What is the fee structure at NIMHANS?
Fees differ according to the program, for example, B.Sc fees range from INR 22,550–49,250 per year, MD is INR 66,550 per year, and Ph.D. is INR 32,000 for the first year.
What entrance exams are needed for admission?
NIMHANS conducts its own entrance exams for most programs, while MD, DM, and M.Ch admissions require INI CET and INI SS exams conducted by AIIMS Delhi.
Do NIMHANS offer hostel facilities?
Yes, NIMHANS provides hostel facilities to the students.
What is the placement record of NIMHANS?
NIMHANS graduates are in very high demand in the field of psychiatry, neurology, and neuroscience. They hold senior positions in health care and research institutions.
Do NIMHANS provide scholarships?
NIMHANS does not have any scholarships; however, students can avail the government schemes or external funding for the same.
Can a student apply for more than one program at a time?
Yes, several programs can be applied to if the eligibility criteria is met for each of the programs.
What does NIMHANS focus its research on?
NIMHANS focuses on mental health, neuroscience, and public health research.
Do NIMHANS offer internships?
Yes, internships happen to be a part of most of the programs, especially clinical as well as research oriented ones.
Is there any counselling process for admissions?
Yes, counseling is provided for MD, DM, and M.Ch courses via AIIMS Delhi and in other courses by NIMHANS itself.
What makes NIMHANS special?
NIMHANS is India's leading institute for education and research in mental health and neuroscience and offers interdisciplinary programs and high-end research.
