NIMHANS Bangalore Recruitment 2026 for 2 Nursing Posts
January 19, 2026
National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, has released a recruitment notification for two Group “A” Nursing posts—Chief Nursing Officer and Nursing Superintendent—on a deputation basis. These prestigious posts are open to experienced nursing officers serving in Central/State Government or equivalent bodies, and provide a rare opportunity to work at an Institute of National Importance in the field of mental health and neuro sciences. The deputation will be for a period of 3 years.
Name of Organization
National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS)
Post Name
Chief Nursing Officer, Nursing Superintendent
Education
B.Sc Nursing + DPN/DNN or M.Sc in Psychiatric/Neuro Nursing
Total Vacancies
02
Salary
Level-12 & Level-11 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
Age Limit
As per deputation norms
Application Fee
Not Applicable
Selection Process
Deputation (Based on Service Record)
Apply Mode
Offline
Job Location
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Last Date To Apply
24 January 2026
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Chief Nursing Officer
01
B.Sc Nursing + DPN/DNN or M.Sc in Psychiatric/Neuro Nursing with 17 yrs experience
Nursing Superintendent
01
B.Sc Nursing + DPN/DNN or M.Sc in Psychiatric/Neuro Nursing with 12 yrs experience
How to Apply
Check eligibility based on deputation rules and experience in nursing cadre.
Prepare the application in the prescribed format as per official notification.
Attach the following documents:
Biodata and service record
Educational qualifications
Experience certificates
Vigilance clearance and integrity certificate from the parent department
Send the application by post to the address mentioned in the official notification before 24 January 2026.
Ensure the application is routed through proper channel with advance copy (if necessary).