NIMHANS Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Walk in
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) has invited applications for the post of Project Associate I on a walk-in basis. The position is available in the Department of Neurogenetics, School of Basic Medical Sciences. The project is based on the research topic “Epigenetic analysis of human and animal models of neurodegenerative diseases”. The project aims to identify and characterize novel epigenetic marks that are associated with neurodegeneration. The candidate will be responsible for conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and writing reports.
Overview
– Company Name: National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS)
– Post Name: Project Associate I
– Number of Posts: 1
– Salary: Rs. 37,000 + 24% HRA for UGC/CSIR/DBT-JRF/NET or GATE holders; Rs. 30,000 + 24% HRA for non JRF/NET holders
– Qualification: Master of Science (M.Sc)
Important Dates
| S.No | Important Dates | Details |
| — | — | — |
| 1 | Notification Date | 19 January 2026 |
| 2 | Interview Date | 11 February 2026 at 10:30 am |
Application Fee
| Candidates Category | Application Fee Details |
| Gen/OBC/EWS | Pay the Examination Fee Through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking/ Pay Offline Through E-Challan. |
| SC/ST/Female/Female | Exempted from Application Fee. |
TOTAL POST
| Name of the Post | Number of Posts |
| Project Associate I | One (1) |
Age Limit
| S.No | Age Limit Details |
| — | — |
| 1 | Maximum Age Limit | 28 years |
Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: Master of Science (M.Sc) with minimum 55% of total marks (equivalent grade) in Molecular biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology.
- Desirable Qualification: NET or any national exam qualification is preferable.
- Essential Experience: Molecular Biology techniques, Molecular cloning, Animal cell culture.
- Desirable Experience: Preference will be given to the candidate having expertise with molecular cloning, animal cell culture, heterologous protein purification and molecular biology experiments along with basic bioinformatics analysis.
Selection Process
- Walk-in-cum-Written Test.
How to Apply
- Candidates must bring their resume, original testimonials, and a set of self-attested photocopies.
- Candidates must register their names 30 minutes before the commencement of the written test/interview.
NIMHANS Project Associate I Recruitment 2026
Important Links
| Links | Details |
| — | —|
| Download Official Notification PDF| Click Here|
| Official Website | Click Here|
| Join Arattai Channel| Click Here|
| Join Telegram Channel| Click Here|
| Join WhatsApp Channel| Click Here|
| Visit Sarkari Result Portal| Click Here|
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q1. What is the name of the post advertised in the NIMHANS recruitment notification?
A: The advertised post is Project Associate I. - Q2. How many vacancies are available for the Project Associate I post at NIMHANS?
A: There is one vacancy for the Project Associate I post. - Q3. What is the essential educational qualification required for the Project Associate I post?
A: Candidates must have a Master of Science (M.Sc) with minimum 55% of total marks (equivalent grade) in Molecular biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology. - Q4. What is the maximum age limit for applying to the Project Associate I position?
A: The maximum age limit for the Project Associate I position is 28 years. - Q5. What is the selection process for the NIMHANS Project Associate I recruitment?
A: The selection process consists of a Walk-in-cum-Written Test.