The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), a premier mental health and neuro sciences institute based in Bengaluru, is hiring Community Nurses on a contract basis for a project titled Nurse-led Interventions for Alcohol Use Disorder in a Rural Community (NIARC). There are two posts in total. The role involves community nursing work in Thirthahalli town and surrounding rural areas of Karnataka as part of this feasibility study funded by an NGO.
NIMHANS Community Nurse Recruitment 2026
Posted 13 Oct 2026Updated 13 Oct 2026NIMH/PROJ/NGO/CN/02039/NOTIF/2026-2027
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
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Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Walk-in Open
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview on 28 Oct 2026, 10:30 AM (candidates must report 30 minutes before the scheduled time)
Board Room and Exam Hall on the 4th floor of NBRC Building, NIMHANS, Bangalore - 560029
- Notification05 Oct
- Walk-in28 Oct
- Exam28 Oct
About NIMHANS Community Nurse Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences
- Advertisement No.
- NIMH/PROJ/NGO/CN/02039/NOTIF/2026-2027
- Post Name
- Community Nurse
- Job Location
- Thirthahalli, Karnataka
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 40 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 32,000/- (Consolidated) per month
- Tenure
- Initial appointment for 6 months, renewable every 6 months based on performance till the end of the project duration of 1 year
Vacancy Breakdown
Community Nurse
2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Community Nurse | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Community Nurse
B.Sc. Nursing or Equivalent. Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing Kannada. Desirable: Experience in mental health or addiction services.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Community Nurse | B.Sc. Nursing or Equivalent. Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing Kannada. Desirable: Experience in mental health or addiction services. |
Age Limit
Maximum 40 years
Selection Process
- 1Walk-in-cum-Written Test
Candidates must score a minimum of 50% in the written examination to qualify for the next stage.
- 2Skill Test / Interview
Held for candidates who qualify the written test; for a direct interview the candidate must score at least 50% marks.
Salary Structure
Rs. 32,000/- (Consolidated) per month
How to Apply
- 1Report to the Board Room and Exam Hall on the 4th floor of NBRC Building, NIMHANS, Bangalore at 10:30 AM on 28 October 2026, at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time.
- 2Carry the resume, original testimonials and a set of self-attested photocopies of the testimonials.
- 3Produce a No Objection Certificate from the Principal Investigator if currently working in projects at NIMHANS.
- 4Appear for the walk-in-cum-written test and, if shortlisted, the skill test or interview.
Reporting Venue
Board Room and Exam Hall on the 4th floor of NBRC Building, NIMHANS, Bangalore - 560029
Reporting time: 10:30 AM (candidates must report 30 minutes before the scheduled time)
Candidates fulfilling the essential qualifications must appear for the walk-in-cum-written test on 28 October 2026 at 10:30 AM, reporting 30 minutes before the scheduled time at the Board Room and Exam Hall on the 4th floor of NBRC Building, NIMHANS, Bangalore - 560029. They must bring a resume, original testimonials and a set of self-attested photocopies, and an NOC from the Principal Investigator if currently working in projects at NIMHANS. Candidates scoring a minimum of 50% in the written examination qualify for the skill test or interview. No TA/DA is paid for attending the test or interview.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Resume
•Original testimonials
•Self-attested photocopies of testimonials
•No Objection Certificate from Principal Investigator if working in NIMHANS projects
Important Details
- The post is for the project 'Nurse-led Interventions for Alcohol Use Disorder in a Rural Community (NIARC): a Feasibility Study in a Private Setting', funded by an NGO, under Dr. Jagadisha Thirthalli, Professor and Head, Department of Psychiatry and Principal Investigator.
- Work location is Thirthahalli Town and surrounding rural areas.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the written test or interview, and no hostel accommodation will be provided for project staff.
- Possession of the prescribed essential qualifications alone does not guarantee selection; the Institute reserves the right to select a suitable candidate.
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