NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in for Project Research Scientist II and Project Technical Support III Posts

National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS)
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Overview

NIMHANS is inviting walk-in candidates for two contractual positions: Project Research Scientist II (Non-medical) and Project Technical Support III. Eligible graduates and postgraduates, including those with M.Phil/Ph.D, may attend the walk-in interview scheduled for 18 February 2026. Detailed information is available on the official NIMHANS website.

Total Vacancies

2

Age Limit

35y - 40y

Age Details

Age Details

  • Project Research Scientist II (Non-medical): 40 years
  • Project Technical Support III: 35 years

Eligibility

Eligibility Details

Project Research Scientist II (Non-medical)

  • Essential Qualification: First class Post Graduate degree including integrated PG degrees, with three years of experience OR PhD in Neurochemistry/Biochemistry/Medical Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Human Genetics/Biomedical Genetics/Life Sciences from a recognized board/institute.
  • Desirable Experience: (i) Cell culture techniques, Western blotting, Transmission Electron Microscopy, quantitative PCR, and Next Generation Sequencing. (ii) Experience with statistical software (SPSS, GraphPad Prism, R) and bioinformatics tools for analyzing NGS data.

Project Technical Support III

  • Essential Qualification: Three-year Graduate degree in Biochemistry/Medical Biochemistry/Human Genetics/Biotechnology/Life Sciences, plus three years of post-qualification experience, OR Post Graduate in Biochemistry/Medical Biochemistry/Human Genetics/Applied Genetics/Biotechnology/Life Sciences or related field from a recognized board/institute.
  • Desirable Experience: (i) PBMC isolation, RNA isolation and PCR. (ii) Knowledge of computer applications like Microsoft Excel.

Important Dates

Application Start

TBA

Application End

TBA

Date Details

Important Dates

  • Notification Date: 28-01-2026
  • Walk-in Interview Date: 18-02-2026
  • Walk-in Time: 10:00 AM

Note: This recruitment is on a contractual walk-in basis. There is no online application required for these posts.

Application Fees

Application Fee

  • Not mentioned. There is no online application process for this walk-in appointment.

How to Apply

General Instructions

  • NOC from the Principal Investigator is required if currently working on an extramural/intramural project at NIMHANS.
  • Candidates must register their names half an hour before the commencement of the written/skill test.
  • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the written/skill test.

How to Apply

  • Eligible candidates should appear for a walk-in cum written-test with their resume and original testimonials/educational documents, along with photocopies.
  • Date & Time: 18 February 2026 at 10:00 AM
  • Venue: Board Room and Exam Hall, Academic Section, 4th Floor, NBRC Building, opposite NIMHANS Library, Bengaluru 560029.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in for Project Research Scientist II and Project Technical Support III Posts"?

The "NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in for Project Research Scientist II and Project Technical Support III Posts" is conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS).

How many vacancies are there for "NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in for Project Research Scientist II and Project Technical Support III Posts"?

There are a total of 2 vacancies available for "NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in for Project Research Scientist II and Project Technical Support III Posts".

What is the age limit for "NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in for Project Research Scientist II and Project Technical Support III Posts"?

The age limit for "NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in for Project Research Scientist II and Project Technical Support III Posts" is between 35 and 40 years. Please refer to the age details section for specific relaxation rules.

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