All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal, a leading medical institute in Madhya Pradesh, is hiring for one Consultant Psychiatrist post on a contractual basis under its Tele MANAS (Mentoring Institute) services project. The role falls under the Department of Psychiatry and involves supporting the institute's mental healthcare delivery through the national tele-mental health programme.
AIIMS Bhopal Consultant Psychiatrist Recruitment 2026
- Notification09 Oct
- Walk-in22 Oct
About AIIMS Bhopal Consultant Psychiatrist Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal
- Post Name
- Consultant Psychiatrist
- Job Location
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Three years' experience in a recognized institution in Psychiatry after obtaining the qualifying degree of MD or a qualification recognized equivalent thereto
- Tenure
- 1 year, extendable as per performance and availability of project funds
- Notice Period
- 30 days' notice or salary in lieu thereof from either side
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Consultant Psychiatrist | 1 | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Essential: A post graduate Psychiatry qualification e.g., MD/ DNB/Diploma. Experience: Three years' experience in a recognized institution in the Psychiatry after obtaining the qualifying degree of MD or qualification recognized equivalent thereto. Desirable: Experience in mental healthcare delivery and counselling.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Consultant Psychiatrist - Qualification and Experience | Essential: A post graduate Psychiatry qualification e.g., MD/ DNB/Diploma. Experience: Three years' experience in a recognized institution in the Psychiatry after obtaining the qualifying degree of MD or qualification recognized equivalent thereto. Desirable: Experience in mental healthcare delivery and counselling. |
Age Limit
Up to 35 years
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation is admissible in respect of SC/ST/OBC candidates in accordance with the instructions issued by the Central Government from time to time.
Selection Process
- 1Interview or Written Test
Selection will be through an interview or a written test as applicable.
Salary Structure
Rs. 1,50,000 per month (fixed); the salary is all inclusive and no other allowances are applicable
How to Apply
- 1Download the application form and notification from the official AIIMS Bhopal website
- 2Fill in the application form completely with all required details
- 3Attach one set of self-attested photocopies of relevant documents and testimonials along with two recent passport size colour photographs
- 4Carry original certificates in support of age, educational and professional qualification and experience
- 5Report to the Office of the Department of Psychiatry, 3rd Floor, Academic Block, Hospital Building, AIIMS Bhopal, Saket Nagar, Bhopal at 10 am for the walk-in interview
- 6Candidates already in government service must bring a No Objection Certificate from the present employer
Reporting Venue
Office of the Department of Psychiatry, 3rd Floor, Academic Block, Hospital Building, AIIMS Bhopal, Saket Nagar, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh - 462020
Reporting time: 10:00 AM
Interested candidates should appear for the walk-in interview at the Office of the Department of Psychiatry, 3rd Floor, Academic Block, Hospital Building, AIIMS Bhopal, Saket Nagar, Bhopal at 10 am on 22 October 2026 with a filled-in application form, original certificates, two recent passport size colour photographs and one set of self-attested photocopies of relevant documents. Candidates already in government service must submit a No Objection Certificate from the present employer at the time of the walk-in interview or written test. Candidates who fail to bring these documents will not be allowed to participate.
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Important Details
- The post is purely contractual under Tele MANAS (Mentoring Institute), AIIMS Bhopal, and the appointment does not confer any right to regular appointment or permanent absorption in AIIMS Bhopal.
- The contract expires automatically after one year and can be terminated by either side with 30 days' notice or salary in lieu thereof.
- Performance of the selected candidate is reviewed every 3 months, and unauthorised absence from duties for 3 or more working days leads to termination of the contract.
- No hostel or other accommodation will be provided, private practice of any kind is prohibited, and no travelling or other allowances will be paid for appearing in the interview or for joining the post.
- Applications incomplete in any aspect will be summarily rejected.
Contract Terms
- Appointment is purely on a contractual basis and does not vest any right to claim regular appointment or permanent absorption in AIIMS Bhopal
- The contract expires automatically after one year from the date of selection and may be extended based on performance and availability of funds
- The contractual appointment can be terminated at any time by either side by giving 30 days' notice or salary in lieu thereof
- Performance of the selected candidate will be reviewed every 3 months
- Unauthorised absence from duties for 3 or more working days shall lead to termination of the contract
- Leave entitlement is governed by the Institute leave policy for ad-hoc, extramural and short term research projects
Other Conditions
- No hostel or any other accommodation will be provided by the Institute or the Nodal Officer of the Project
- Private practice of any kind is prohibited
- No travelling or other allowances will be paid for appearing in the interview or written examination or for joining the post
- The prescribed qualification is minimum and possessing it does not entitle a candidate to selection
- The candidate should not have been convicted by any Court of Law
- All updates regarding the advertisement, interview or written examination, result and joining will be displayed on the AIIMS Bhopal website and the notice board of the Department of Psychiatry; no individual intimation will be sent
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the AIIMS Bhopal Consultant Psychiatrist post permanent?
No. The engagement is purely contractual for one year under the Tele MANAS project, extendable based on performance and availability of project funds.
Can candidates already in government service apply for this post?
Yes, but they must submit a No Objection Certificate from their present employer at the time of the walk-in interview or written test.
Is private practice allowed after joining the Consultant Psychiatrist post?
No. Private practice of any kind is prohibited during the contractual engagement.
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