Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences — Department of Psychiatry
Cut-off Date: 04 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 59 to 60 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 59 yrs | 60 yrs | — | 05 Sep 1966 to 04 Sep 1967 |
| EWS | 59 yrs | 60 yrs | — | 05 Sep 1966 to 04 Sep 1967 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 59 yrs | 63 yrs | +3 yrs | 05 Sep 1963 to 04 Sep 1967 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 59 yrs | 65 yrs | +5 yrs | 05 Sep 1961 to 04 Sep 1967 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 59 yrs | 65 yrs | +5 yrs | 05 Sep 1961 to 04 Sep 1967 |
| PwD (General) | 59 yrs | 70 yrs | +10 yrs | 05 Sep 1956 to 04 Sep 1967 |
Prescribed Age: 59–60 Years (As on 04 Sep 2026)
The Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences has issued an official recruitment notification for Senior Resident, Data Entry Operator, and Others, announcing a total of 5 vacancies located in Bihar. The online application window opens on 10 August 2026 and closes on 04 September 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold MD (Psychiatry), M.Phil, M.A./M.Sc, BE/Diploma, MCA, Diploma in Computer Application and be within the prescribed age limit of 59 to 66 years depending on the post, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 1,50,000 per month. The selection procedure comprises Screening followed by an interview; a written test may be conducted if applicant numbers are high.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 10 Aug 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
04 Sep 2026
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| Post Name | Senior Resident, Data Entry Operator, and Others |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Qualification | MD (Psychiatry), M.Phil, M.A./M.Sc, BE/Diploma, MCA, Diploma in Computer Application |
| Age Limit | 59 to 66 years depending on the post |
| Salary | Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 1,50,000 per month |
| Application Fee | Not mentioned |
| Selection Process | Screening followed by an interview; a written test may be conducted if applicant numbers are high. |
Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), Patna, has issued an official notification (Advertisement No. 02/ Psy/ TeleManas/ 2026) for the recruitment of 5 contractual positions under the National Tele Mental Health Programme. These positions are initially for a tenure of six months, subject to extension based on performance.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant | 1 |
| Senior Resident/ Consultant | 1 |
| Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse | 1 |
| Project Co-ordinator | 1 |
| Data Entry Operator | 1 |
| Post | Essential Qualification | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor/ Consultant | Postgraduate Psychiatry (MD or equivalent) + 3 years experience | 66 Years |
| Senior Resident/ Consultant | Postgraduate Psychiatry (MD or equivalent) | 66 Years |
| Clinical Psychologist/ Social Worker/ Nurse | M.Phil in Clinical Psychology/Psychiatric Social Work or M.Sc in Psychiatric Nursing | 59 Years |
| Project Co-ordinator | BE/Diploma in Engineering or MCA | 59 Years |
| Data Entry Operator | Diploma in Computer Application | 59 Years |
Eligible candidates must follow these instructions to apply offline:
Note: Applications must reach the destination no later than 4 September 2026, 5:00 PM. Applications sent via ordinary post or submitted after the deadline will be rejected.
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