NIMHANS Recruitment 2026 – Walk in for 02 Scientist B, DEO Posts
National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) Recruitment 2025 for 02 posts of Scientist B, DEO. Candidates with Any Graduate, BDS, MBBS, BVSC Can attend the walkin. The Walk-in interview on 24-01-2026. For detailed information please visit NIMHANS official website, nimhans.ac.in.
National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) Recruitment 2025 for 02 posts of Scientist B, DEO. Candidates with Any Graduate, BDS, MBBS, BVSC Can attend the walkin. The Walk-in interview on 24-01-2026. For detailed information please visit NIMHANS official website, nimhans.ac.in.
NIMHANS Scientist B (Medical) & Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026 Overview
Company Name
National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, Bengaluru (NIMHANS)
Post Name
Scientist B (Medical), Data Entry Operator
No of Posts
02 (One Scientist B (Medical) and One Data Entry Operator)
Advt No
NIMH/PROJ/DHR-ICMR/VARIOUS/NOTIF/2025
Salary
Scientist B (Medical): Rs. 56,000/- + 27% HRA per month; Data Entry Operator: Rs. 20,000/- per month (Consolidated)
Qualification
Scientist B (Medical): MBBS / BDS / B.V.Sc. & AH with specified experience; Data Entry Operator: Graduate with knowledge of data entry work.
Age Limit
Scientist B (Medical): Maximum 45 years; Data Entry Operator: Maximum 30 years.
Walkin Interview
24/01/2026
Official Website
fnimhans.ac.in
NIMHANS Scientist B (Medical) & Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Post Name
No. of Posts
Maximum Age Limit
Scientist B (Medical)
One
45 years
Data Entry Operator
One
30 years
Eligibility Criteria
NIMHANS is conducting WALK-IN-SELECTION for filling up various posts on contract basis for Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) at NIMHANS, Bengaluru under the approved scheme of the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India funded project entitled “Setting up of Nation-wide Network of Laboratories for Managing Epidemics and National calamities” through ICMR under Dr. Reeta S. Mani, Professor & Head, Department of Neurovirology & Principal Investigator.
Scientist B (Medical) – Essential Qualifications: MBBS / BDS / B.V.Sc. & AH recognized by MCI / DCI / VCI respectively OR BDS / B.V.Sc degree with one year experience.
Scientist B (Medical) – Desirable Qualifications: MD in the related subject from a recognized university; additional post doctoral research / training experience in relevant subjects in recognized institute; knowledge of Computer Applications / Data Management; two years Research & Diagnostics / Teaching experience in relevant subject after obtaining essential qualification.
Data Entry Operator – Essential Qualifications: Graduate with knowledge of data entry work.
Data Entry Operator – Desirable Qualification: Preference will be given to candidates with prior 1–2 years’ experience in data entry work.
Salary/Stipend
Scientist B (Medical): Emoluments of Rs. 56,000/- plus 27% HRA per month.
Data Entry Operator: Emoluments of Rs. 20,000/- per month consolidated.
For both posts, initial appointment will be made for a period of 6 months, which will be extended to 1 year depending upon the performance of the candidate.
Age Limit
Scientist B (Medical): Maximum age limit 45 years.
Data Entry Operator: Maximum age limit 30 years.
Application Fee
No application fee details are mentioned in the notification.
Important Dates
Event
Date / Time
Notification Date
07.01.2026
Date & Time of Walk-in-cum Written Test
24/01/2026 at 10:30 AM
Reporting / Registration Time
Candidates are required to register their names half an hour before the commencement of the written/skill test.
Selection Process
The desirous candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria are advised to appear for a walk-in cum written test.
Candidates must attend with their Resume and Testimonials/Educational documents in original, as well as a set of photocopies.
Selection involves written/skill test conducted on the date of walk-in; candidates must register their names half an hour before commencement of the written/skill test.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the written/skill test.
General Information/Instructions
The posts are purely on contract basis for VRDL at NIMHANS, Bengaluru under the project “Setting up of Nation-wide Network of Laboratories for Managing Epidemics and National calamities.”
Candidates working in projects (Extramural/Intramural) in NIMHANS are required to produce NOC from the Principal Investigator.
Candidates must bring all original testimonials and educational documents along with one set of photocopies at the time of walk-in-cum written test.
The venue for the walk-in-cum written test is Board Room and Exam Hall, Academic Section 4th Floor, NBRC Building, opposite to NIMHANS Library, Bengaluru 560029.
How to Apply
Eligible and desirous candidates should appear directly for the walk-in-cum written test on the scheduled date and time.
Candidates should bring their Resume along with original testimonials and educational documents, and one set of photocopies.
Candidates must register their names at the venue at least half an hour before the commencement of the written/skill test.
NIMHANS Scientist B (Medical) & Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026 Important Links
NIMHANS Scientist B (Medical) & Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026 - FAQs
Q1. For which project are the NIMHANS contract posts advertised?
The posts are for the Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) at NIMHANS, Bengaluru under the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India funded project entitled “Setting up of Nation-wide Network of Laboratories for Managing Epidemics and National calamities” implemented through ICMR.
Q2. What are the essential and desirable qualifications for Scientist B (Medical)?
Essential qualification for Scientist B (Medical) is MBBS / BDS / B.V.Sc. & AH recognized by MCI / DCI / VCI respectively or BDS/B.V.Sc degree with one year experience. Desirable qualifications include MD in related subject, additional postdoctoral research/training experience, knowledge of Computer Applications/Data Management and two years Research & Diagnostics/Teaching experience after obtaining essential qualification.
Q3. What is the maximum age limit and salary for Scientist B (Medical) at NIMHANS VRDL?
The notification specifies a maximum age limit of 45 years for Scientist B (Medical). The emoluments for this post are Rs. 56,000/- plus 27% HRA per month, with the initial appointment for 6 months extendable up to one year based on performance.
Q4. What are the eligibility criteria and pay for the Data Entry Operator post?
For Data Entry Operator, the essential qualification is Graduation with knowledge of data entry work. Preference is given to candidates with prior 1–2 years’ experience in data entry work. The post carries consolidated emoluments of Rs. 20,000/- per month, with initial appointment for 6 months extendable to one year depending on performance.
Q5. When and where will the NIMHANS walk-in-cum written test be conducted?
The walk-in-cum written test is scheduled on 24/01/2026 at 10:30 AM in the Board Room and Exam Hall, Academic Section 4th Floor, NBRC Building, opposite to NIMHANS Library, Bengaluru 560029. Candidates must register their names half an hour before the commencement of the written/skill test.
