National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences - Bangalore
National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences - Bangalore

NIMHANS Admissions 2023: UG & PG Courses Eligibility, Selection and Seat Matrix

Bengaluru (Bangalore) Urban, Karnataka

The NIMHANS Bangalore  Admissions 2023 have been successfully concluded for all the offered courses. The National Institute of Mental Health & Neurosciences (NIMHANS ) offers a diverse range of undergraduate courses, including B.Sc in Nursing, B.Sc. in Radiography, B.Sc. in Anaesthesia Technology, and B.Sc. in Clinical Neurophysiology & Technology. Additionally, the college is renowned for its Postgraduate programs, such as MD, DM, M.Sc, and M.Ch, covering various specializations. Moreover, NIMHANS Bangalore also provides PhD courses in various fields.

The fee structure for PG and UG courses at NIMHANS Bangalore is as follows: B.Sc. in Nursing requires a fee of INR 58,120, while B.Sc. in Radiography, B.Sc. in Anaesthesia Technology, and B.Sc. in Clinical Neurophysiology & Technology demand a course fee of INR 30,140 each. For the Postgraduate programs, both DM and M.Ch courses have a consistent fee of INR 81,250, while MD and M.Sc courses are priced at INR 58,450 and INR 24,100 respectively. The PhD course carries a fee of INR 32,000.

NIMHANS Bangalore eligibility for admission varies according to the respective courses. For B.Sc courses, candidates must have passed 10+2 in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, and English with a minimum aggregate of 45% marks. For MD, DM, M.Sc, and M.Ch, the eligibility criteria depend on the chosen specialization. Selection for both Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs is based on entrance exams, including INI-CET, INI SS-ET, and entrance exams conducted through the institution.

NIMHANS Bangalore Admissions 2023: UG Courses

The National Institute of Mental Health & Neurosciences (NIMHANS Bangalore) offers Undergraduate courses in various specializations, including:

  • College of Nursing (4 years)
  • Department of Neuroanaesthesia & Neurocritical Care
  • Department of Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology 
  • Department of Neurology

For admission to NIMHANS Bangalore Undergraduate courses, there are specific general eligibility criteria that mandate candidates to possess qualifications from recognized Institutions and Universities. Additionally, there is a sponsorship category that applies to applicants who are or have been sponsored and are deputed employees of the Government of India or State Government Institutions. The selection process for UG programs at NIMHANS Bangalore involves an entrance test and verification of original documents. The qualifying entrance exam percentages for different categories are as follows:

Categories

Qualifying Percentage

UR /OBC

50%

SC/ST/PwBD

45%

The minimum and maximum age limit for UG courses at NIMHANS is 17 and 25 years respectively. There is a relaxation of 5 years in the case of SC/ST/PwBD candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.

NIMHANS Bangalore UG Admissions 2023: Fees Structure

NIMHANS UG courses include B.Sc. in Nursing, B.Sc. in Radiography, B.Sc. in Anaesthesia Technology, and B.Sc. in Clinical Neurophysiology Technology. Below is the fee structure for different courses offered at NIMHANS according to different categories:

Courses

Course Fees

Duration

B.Sc. in Nursing

For Unreserved or OBC Category: INR 58,120

For SC or ST Category: INR 43,120

4 Years+ 1 Year Internship

B.Sc. in Radiography

INR 30,140

3 Years + 1 Year Internship

B.Sc. in Anaesthesia Technology

INR 30,140

3 Years + 1 Year Internship

B.Sc. in Clinical Neurophysiology Technology

INR 30,140

3 Years + 1 Year Internship

NIMHANS Bangalore B.Sc Admission 2023: Eligibility and Selection Criteria

NIMHANS provides B.Sc in Nursing at the undergraduate level for the duration of 4 years and 1 year of compulsory rotatory internship. The course is designed specifically for entry-level practitioners who can assist individuals, families, and communities through Nursing care. Candidates willing to take admission to B.Sc nursing at NIMHANS Bangalore must carefully study the following information:

Courses

Eligibility Criteria

Selection Criteria

Total Seats

B.Sc in Nursing

  • Must have qualified 10+2 in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with a minimum aggregate of 45%.
  • To be eligible for the course, the candidate must be medically fit.

College Entrance Exam

  • All India Category: 35 Seats
  • Karnataka Domicile Category: 50 Seats

NIMHANS Bangalore B.Sc in Radiography Admission 2023: Eligibility and Selection Criteria

NIMHANS provides a B.Sc in Radiography for the duration of 3 years and a year of compulsory internship. The course comes under the Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology department of the college. Students wanting to take admission to the course must check the below-mentioned information:

Courses

Eligibility Criteria

Selection Criteria

Total Seats

B.Sc in  Radiography 

  • Candidates must have qualified their 10+2 in English and Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics with an aggregate of 45% from a state-recognized board.
  • Students must have job-oriented diploma courses in Diagnostic Radiography as a vocational subject.
  • Must have given equivalent examination recognized by NIMHANS, in the above-mentioned subjects.
  • The candidate must be medically fit.

College Entrance Exam

  • All India Category: 4 Seats
  • Karnataka Domicile Category: 7 Seats

NIMHANS B.Sc in Anaesthesia Technology Admission 2023: Eligibility and Selection Criteria

NIMHANS provides B.Sc in Anaesthesia Technology for 4 years including 1 year of compulsory internship. This program comes under the Neuroanaesthesia & Neurocritical Care department. Following are the eligibility and selection criteria for B.Sc in Anaesthesia Technology:

Courses

Eligibility Criteria

Selection Criteria

Total Seats

B.Sc in Anaesthesia Technology

The candidates must have passed the 10+ 2 examinations in the science group with an aggregate of 45% in Science subjects.

College Entrance Exam

  • All India Category: 4 Seats
  • Karnataka Domicile Category: 7 Seats

NIMHANS B.Sc in Clinical Neurophysiology Technology Admission 2023: Eligibility and Selection Criteria

NIMHANS provides B.Sc in Clinical Neurophysiology Technology under the Department of Neurology. Before applying for admission candidates must carefully go through the following information:

Courses

Eligibility Criteria

Selection Criteria

Total Seats

B.Sc in Clinical Neurophysiology Technology

To be eligible for admission, candidates must have successfully completed their Pre-Degree/Pre-University/12th standard with a minimum aggregate of 45% in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology.

College Entrance Exam

  • All India Category: 2 Seats
  • Karnataka Domicile Category: 4 Seats
  • Sponsorship Category 01 Seat

NIMHANS UG Admissions 2023: Seat Matrix

NIMHANS reserves seats for the UG Courses according to the Reservation Roster given by the Government of India. Below are the seat reservations according to the domicile:

Undergraduate courses

Karnataka Domicile

B.Sc. in Anaesthesia Technology Course

07 Seats

B.Sc. in Nursing Course

50 Seats 

B.Sc. in Radiography Course

07 seats 

B.Sc. in Clinical Neurophysiology & Technology 

04 seats

NIMHANS Bangalore Admissions 2023: PG Courses

NIMHANS provides several Courses at the Postgraduate level such as M.Sc, DM, MD, M.Ch, and PhD courses in various specializations. 

NIMHANS PG Admissions 2023: Fees Structure

Students wanting to take admission at NIMHANS for PG courses must carefully go through the following fee details:

Courses

Course Fee

Duration

PhD

INR 32,000

3-5 Years

MD

INR 58,450

1 Year

DM

INR 81,250

3 Years

M.Sc

INR 24,100

2 Years

M.Ch

INR 81,250

3 Years

NIMHANS Bangalore PhD Admissions 2023

NIMHANS offers doctoral (PhD) courses at the postgraduate level in diverse specialties. The general duration of PhD programs at NIMHANS typically spans between 3 to 5 years. Below is the list of pointers to keep in mind while applying for NIMHANS PhD admissions 2023:

  • To be eligible for admission at NIMHANS, UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates are required to achieve a minimum qualifying percentage of 50%, while PwBD candidates must attain a minimum of 45%. 
  • As for the age limit at NIMHANS, candidates falling under the Institute Stipendiary / External Fellowship Category should be under the age of 40 years at the time of application. However, there is a relaxation of 2 years in the maximum age limit for Sponsored / Deputed Candidates and Employees of the Institute Category, thereby allowing more flexibility in their eligibility criteria. 

Candidates willing to take admissions must carefully go through the information mentioned below:

Course

Specialization

Eligibility Criteria

Selection Criteria

PhD

PhD in Clinical Psychology

  • M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology/M.Phil. in Mental Health and

Social Psychology 

  • Candidates applying for admission must hold a Master's Degree in Applied Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Psychological Counselling, or Psychology, with a duration of 2 years.

The selection is made through Entrance Test (70%) and Interview (30%).

PhD in Neurochemistry

2 Years M.Sc. Degree in Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Neuroscience / Medical Biochemistry.

PhD in Neurology

  • Candidates with a background in MBBS, MD, BDS, or M.Tech, along with experience in Neuroscience Research, are eligible to apply.
  • 2 years M.Sc. in Life Sciences

PhD in Nursing

  • Master’s Degree in Nursing

PhD in Psychiatry

  • BE or  B. Tech or MBBS or MD or ME or M.Tech Degrees
  • Applicants must possess a Master's Degree for 2 years in Medical Biotechnology, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry.

NIMHANS Bangalore MD Admissions 2023

NIMHANS provides MD courses in various specializations. The institution provides MD in Psychiatry and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation for the duration of 1 year. The maximum age of the candidate is 45 years. The qualifying percentage in the entrance test for different categories is 50%. Following are the specialization-wise details of the MD course:

Courses

Specializations

Eligibility Criteria

Seat Intake

Selection Criteria

MD

MD in Psychiatry

The candidate must hold a degree in either MBBS or DPM.

All India

Category: 25 seats

Karnataka

Domicile

Category: 8 Seats

North Eastern

Domicile

Category: 6 Seats

INI-CET

MD in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Post MBBS

2 seats

NIMHANS Bangalore DM Admissions 2023

NIMHANS provides DM courses in varied specialties for the duration of 3 years. The maximum age criteria for MD/DNB categories is 37 years. The minimum qualification required at the time of admission varies according to the specializations. Below is the specialization-wise eligibility criteria required: 

Courses

Specializations

Eligibility Criteria

Seat Intake

Selection Criteria

DM

DM in Neurology

The candidate must have an MD in Internal (General) Medicine/ Paediatrics OR DNB in

Internal (General) Medicine / Paediatrics

15

INI-SS-ET

DM in Forensic Psychiatry

MD in Psychiatry OR DNB in Psychiatry.

-

 

DM in Neuropathology

MD in Pathology OR DNB in Pathology

1

 

NIMHANS Bangalore M.Sc Admissions 2023

NIMHANS provides M.Sc courses in various specializations for the duration of 2 years. The Qualifying Percentage in EntranceTest for UR/OBC/EWS categories is 50%. There is a 5% relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD categories making it 45%. The maximum age for applying for admission is 30 years. Following are the eligibility and selection criteria for M.Sc Admissions at NIMHAS: 

Courses

Specializations

Eligibility Criteria

Seat Intake

Selection Criteria

M.Sc

M.Sc. in Psychiatric Nursing

The candidate must have a B.Sc. Nursing OR B.Sc. Hons. Nursing OR Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing

7 Seats

Entrance Test+ Verification of original documents at the time of admission

M.Sc. in Neuroscience Nursing

M.Sc. in Neuroscience

The candidate must possess a B.Sc. degree in Life Sciences, Biological Sciences, MBBS, BDS, BPT, B.Pharma, BNYS, BAMS, B.E, or B.Tech. from a recognized University or Institute, or an equivalent qualification from any recognized University.

‘Institute Stipendiary- 15 seat

Category

All India Category- 12 seats

Karnataka Domicile Category- 03 Seats

NIMHANS Bangalore M.Ch Admissions 2023

NIMHANS provides M.Ch Degree to the students for the duration of 3 years as Senior Resident. The maximum age to apply for the program is 37 years. The educational qualification of the candidate must be awarded from the Institution/University recognized by the Medical Council of India. Following is the specialization-wise list of eligibility and selection criteria for M.Ch at NIMHANS:

Courses

Specialization

Eligibility Criteria

Seat Intake

Selection Criteria

M.Ch

M.Ch. in Neurosurgery

Candidates must have either completed MS in General Surgery or DNB in General Surgery.

5

INI-SS

NIMHANS Bangalore PG Admissions 2023: Seat Matrix

NIMHANS provides seat reservation for the Domicile Categories and the number of seats reserved varies from time to time. Below are the seats reserved for various other categories:

Courses

Karnataka Domicile

North Eastern States Domicile

MD in Psychiatry

8 Seats

6 Seats

Master of Public Health

1 Seat

-

M.Phil.in Clinical

Psychology Course

6 Seats

-

M.Phil.in Psychiatric Social

Work Course

6 Seats

-

M.Sc. in Biostatistics

1 Seats

-

M.Sc. in Psychiatric

Nursing

2 Seats

-

M.Sc. in Neuroscience

Nursing

2 Seats

-

M.Sc. in Yoga Therapy

(Mental Health &

Neurosciences)

1 Seat

-

M.Sc. in Neuroscience

3 Seats

-



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How can I get admission to NIMHANS?

To get admission at NIMHANS Banglore, the candidates must score a minimum of 50% in the online entrance examination. There is a relaxation of 5% in the total aggregate for aspirants belonging to SC/ST categories.

Can I get into NIMHANS through NEET?

Candidates willing to take admission in DM and MCH courses at NIMHANS Bangalore must give the NEET SS entrance examination. Doctors after Postgraduation can take admission at NIMHANS Banglore on the basis of NEET PG. 

What rank is required for NIMHANS?

The NIMHANS INI-CET cutoff ranges from a rank of 36 to 1415.

What is the fee for the NIMHANS entrance exam?

NIMHANS Entrance Exam 2023 Application Fee for different categories is mentioned below:

Category

For UG Courses

For PG Courses

General/OBC/Foreign Applicants

INR 1,000 (Per Course)

INR 1500 (Per Course)

SC/ST Category

INR 750 (Per Course)

INR 1,000 (Per Course)

PwD Category

-

-

What is the rank of NIMHANS in India?

NIMHANS has been ranked 4th in the 'Medical' category in the NIRF 2023 Ranking.

What is the age limit for UG courses at NIMHANS?

The minimum and maximum age limit for UG courses at NIMHANS is 17 and 25 years respectively, with a relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.

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