
Content Writer | Updated On - May 22, 2026
NIMHANS has announced the revised entrance examination schedule for PG and PhD courses under the 2026-27 session. The entrance test will be conducted from May 29-31, 2026 at Bengaluru, with PhD results announced on June 1, 2026.

NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences) has released the entrance examination schedule for postgraduate and doctoral admissions for the 2026-27 academic session. The entrance test will be held from May 29-31, 2026 at Bengaluru for all courses. Candidates must visit the official website at nimhans.ac.in/academics/examinations for complete details and updates.
The admission process includes entrance examinations, interviews for PhD candidates, and merit-based selection across multiple PG and PhD programs. NIMHANS conducts separate merit lists for each course based on entrance exam performance. Candidates must have completed their qualifying degree with final year or provisional results on the admission date.
NIMHANS PG/PhD Entrance Exam Important Dates
| Activities | Dates |
|---|---|
| Entrance Test Conduct at Bengaluru | May 29, 2026 - May 31, 2026 |
| PhD Results Announcement | June 1, 2026 |
| PhD Interviews | June 2, 2026 & June 3, 2026 |
| Overall Results for Other Courses | June 10, 2026 |
| Provisional Selection List - PhD Courses | June 20, 2026 |
| Provisional Selection List - Other Courses | June 20, 2026 |
| Non-Medical Courses Admission | June 23, 2026 |
| Medical Courses Admission | June 24, 2026 |
| PhD Courses Admission | June 25, 2026 |
| Course Commencement | July 1, 2026 |
Source: @nimhans.ac.in
NIMHANS PG/PhD Exam Format and Course Details
NIMHANS offers multiple postgraduate programs, including M.A. Clinical Psychology (RCI), M.Sc. courses, M.Phil programs, and various PhD specialisations. The entrance examination is conducted in a pen-and-paper format at the Bengaluru campus. Each course has a separate merit list prepared based on entrance exam performance.
NIMHANS PG/PhD Admission 2026 Selection Process and Merit List
Merit-based selection is conducted for all courses following the entrance examination. PhD candidates shortlisted based on entrance exam scores will appear for interviews on June 2-3, 2026. Provisional selection lists for all courses will be announced on June 20, 2026, followed by admission dates starting June 23, 2026.
Candidates selected in the merit list must complete document verification on their respective admission dates. Original certificates and qualifying degree documents must be presented during admission. Candidates who fail to produce final year or provisional results on the admission date will not be considered for admission.
What’s Next for Students
All admitted candidates will commence their courses on July 1, 2026. NIMHANS provides hostel facilities, library access, and comprehensive student services for all admitted candidates. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for any updates or changes to the schedule.
The dates mentioned in the official schedule are tentative and subject to change. All relevant updates and modifications will be made available exclusively on the NIMHANS official website. Candidates must regularly monitor the website for any announcements or schedule changes.
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