Courses Offered at National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences: UG, PG & PhD Programs- Bengaluru

National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences offers over 60 courses at UG, PG, and PhD levels in the streams of Neurosciences, Mental Health, Public Health, and Nursing. The DM in Neurology (Post MD/DNB) is a flagship course of National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, often highly sought after, and admission is primarily based on INI SS scores. Besides this, NIMHANS also offers a range of other specialized programs like the M.Phil Clinical Psychology and various Fellowship programs.

Students can choose from flagship programs such as DM in Neurology (Post MD/DNB), the MD in Psychiatry, or even the M.Phil Clinical Psychology along with other specialised courses at this esteemed institute. The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, often simply referred to as NIMHANS, ensures students are well-prepared in their courses, focusing on advanced clinical practice, innovative research, and community mental health initiatives. With experienced faculty and updated curricula, NIMHANS (a premier institute for neuroscience and mental health in Bengaluru) aims for excellence. The college is consistently ranked, often appearing among the top 5 medical research institutions in various national surveys, and boasts over 50+ tie-ups with renowned international universities for collaborative research.

At National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, admission to each program is based on a combination of academic merit, relevant qualifications, and program-specific requirements. While criteria vary, applicants generally expect to meet the following:

UG Programs

• Eligibility: Completion of 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English (minimum 45% marks), age 17-25 years, as seen for the B.Sc Nursing program.
• Entrance Exams: The NIMHANS Entrance Exam is typical for these courses.
• Documents: Transcripts, mark sheets, a motivation letter.

PG Programs

• Eligibility: A recognized UG degree in a relevant field; for example, the MPH requires an MBBS or a relevant Bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
• Minimum Academic Requirement: Around 55% aggregate in the UG degree.
• Entrance Exams: Many PG programs, including M.Sc and M.Phil courses, require the NIMHANS Entrance Exam. For some MD/DM programs, INI CET or INI SS are mandatory.
• Documents: Academic transcripts, a Statement of Purpose, resume, and letters of recommendation.

PhD Programs

• Eligibility: A Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., PhD Clinical Neuroscience accepts MBBS / MD / PG in Basic Sciences / Humanities / BE / B. Tech. / ME / M. Tech.).
• Minimum Academic Requirement: Approximately 55% in the Master's program, with research experience preferred.
• Research Proposal: A detailed research proposal outlining your intended research area, required, subject to faculty approval at NIMHANS.
• Entrance Exams/Interviews: Most PhD programs at NIMHANS require the NIMHANS Entrance Test, and sometimes UGC, CSIR, ICMR, DBT scores are considered, followed by interviews.
• Documents: Academic transcripts, research proposal, and letters of recommendation.