National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences

#Approved NMC📍 Bengaluru, Karnataka

National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences Admissions 2026 Eligibility, Admission Process & Important Dates

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Institute Type

Public

Accredited

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Total Courses

8 Courses

Approved Curriculum

National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences Admissions

Admission Process Overview

Below is the complete admission information including eligible exams, eligibility criteria, admission process, and important notes for each program offered.

Required Entrance Exams

INI SS

Eligibility Criteria

MS/MD in relevant specialty; 55% marks; registered with NMC/State Medical Council

Admission Process

INI SS conducted by AIIMS New Delhi; counselling process via AIIMS portal; reporting to NIMHANS on allotment

Important Notice

NEET SS 2026 Round 1 registration began April 10, 2026. 6-year post-MBBS MCh Neurosurgery also available via INI CET.

Required Entrance Exams

NIMHANS Entrance Exam

Eligibility Criteria

Varies by course; see individual course eligibility

Admission Process

Online application at nimhansonline.in; NIMHANS Entrance Test; merit list; interview; document verification; fee payment

Important Notice

Entrance exams typically held in late May (May 25–26 for PG courses; May 27–28 for Ph.D. interview). Results published in June. Application fee: ₹2,000 (General), ₹1,000 (Reserved). Candidates can apply to maximum 3 courses. Private practice strictly prohibited for admitted students.

Required Entrance Exams

📝NEET UGMCC Counselling

Eligibility Criteria

10+2 with PCB and English; 50% marks; valid NEET UG score

Admission Process

NEET UG; MCC MBBS counselling; NIMHANS MBBS introduced from 2020; requires 94th+ percentile for competitive admission

Important Notice

NEET UG 2026 exam: May 3, 2026. MBBS admission at NIMHANS is via MCC All India Quota counselling.

Required Entrance Exams

INI CET

Eligibility Criteria

MBBS or DPM from NMC-recognized institution; 12-month internship completion

Admission Process

INI CET conducted by AIIMS New Delhi; online registration at aiimsexams.ac.in; counselling by AIIMS Delhi; document verification at NIMHANS

Important Notice

INI CET July 2026 exam: May 16, 2026; registration closes April 25, 2026. Application fee: ₹4,000 (General/OBC), ₹3,200 (SC/ST/EWS). Two sessions per year: January and July.