Candidates must possess a First Class Master's / Post Graduate Degree (including integrated PG degrees) in Clinical Psychology, OR a Second Class Master's Degree with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from a recognized University or Institute.
Desirable: M.Phil degree in Clinical Psychology, practical clinical experience in intervention delivery, research background in cognitive/anxiety disorders, and published scientific research papers in indexed journals.
Contractual / RegularSep. 10, 2026
AIIMS Bhopal Recruitment 2026 – Walk in for Project Research Scientist-1 (Non-Medical) Post
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Sep. 10, 2026Project Research Scientist-1 (Non-Medical)
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Vacancies
1
Pay Scale
₹67,200/- per month (₹56,000 + 20% HRA)
Age Limit
Not exceeding 35 Years as on 30.09.2026
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 9, 2026
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Starts
Sep 9, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
4
Exam Date
Sep 30, 2026
Application Window9 – 30 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date30 Sep 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Upper age limit is 35 years as on the date of walk-in interview (30 September 2026). Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates, departmental candidates, and retrenched government employees is applicable as per Government of India rules. Further age concession equivalent to the period of service rendered in research projects is admissible for deserving candidates by the Competent Selection Committee.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Reporting and Document Verification (30.09.2026, 11:30 AM)
OfflineQualifying Only
Walk-in Personal Interview (30.09.2026, 02:00 PM onwards)
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection will be conducted through in-person document scrutiny and a Walk-in Interview before the Selection Committee on 30 September 2026 at the Department of Psychiatry, AIIMS Bhopal. Candidates must report before 11:30 AM for document verification; the interview will commence from 2:00 PM. In case of a high volume of candidates, a preliminary screening written test may be administered by the Institute.
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
Verified Official SourceOfficial weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.
| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria & Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Qualifications in Clinical Psychology | Baseline Benchmark | Evaluation of Master's degree in Clinical Psychology (First Class) or Master's with Ph.D. from recognized universities. |
| Clinical Psychology & Intervention Delivery Experience | Core Domain Competence | Demonstrated hands-on experience in clinical interviewing of psychiatric patients, cognitive dysfunction evaluation in anxiety disorders, and protocol-driven psychological intervention delivery. |
| Research Publications & Trial Data Management | Research Track Record | Record of scientific paper publications in peer-reviewed indexed journals, research methodology rigor, report preparation, and data handling for multi-site randomized controlled trials. |
| Personal Interview & Clinical Aptitude | Interview Assessment | Evaluation of diagnostic reasoning, interpersonal communication, motivation, and ethical clinical trial conduct before the AIIMS Bhopal Selection Committee. |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Work Culture & Environment
Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.
The Project Research Scientist-1 will be embedded in the Department of Psychiatry at AIIMS Bhopal under Principal Investigator Dr. Snehil Gupta (Associate Professor). The role centers on an ICMR-funded multicentric randomized controlled trial investigating smartphone app-based integrated cognitive control training for anxiety disorders. Day-to-day work involves administering structured psychological assessments, conducting diagnostic clinical interviews of patients with anxiety disorders, delivering standardized cognitive and psychological interventions, managing trial data, and drafting research manuscripts for peer-reviewed indexed medical journals.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
The appointment is purely contractual for an initial tenure of 10 months, extendable subject to satisfactory performance and fund availability under the ICMR grant. The posting is based at AIIMS Bhopal, Saket Nagar, Bhopal – 462020 (M.P.), with possible field/clinical site visits. The engagement does not confer any entitlement, right, or claim for regular appointment, permanent absorption, or service continuity at AIIMS Bhopal or ICMR.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
As a temporary extramural project post, there is no institutional cadre promotion line. However, working as a Project Research Scientist-1 at an Institute of National Importance (AIIMS) serves as a high-value credential for securing independent research grants (ICMR, DST, DBT), competitive Senior Resident / Scientist-B/C posts across central medical institutions, or faculty positions in clinical psychology and psychiatric rehabilitation.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- Strict In-Person Reporting: Candidates must report for document verification no later than 11:30 AM on 30 September 2026 at the Seminar Room, Department of Psychiatry, Third Floor, Academic Block, AIIMS Bhopal. Late entries will not be permitted to participate in the interview.
- No Email or Postal Applications: Submissions by email, speed post, or courier will NOT be entertained; attendance at the walk-in venue with physical copies is mandatory.
- Specialization Compliance: The postgraduate degree must be strictly in Clinical Psychology. General psychology degrees lacking clinical specialization or required council recognition will be disqualified during document scrutiny.
- Mandatory NOC for Employed Candidates: Candidates currently employed in central/state government, public sector undertakings, or other funded projects must produce a valid 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC) at the time of the walk-in interview.
- Zero TA/DA Provision: No travelling or daily allowances will be paid for attending the document verification or walk-in interview at Bhopal.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Unreserved / Open1
Total Vacancies1
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Fixed consolidated salary of ₹56,000/- plus 20% HRA (₹11,200/-), amounting to ₹67,200/- per month. No additional Dearness Allowance or standard DA/HRA escalation applies beyond ICMR grant allocations.
Consolidated remuneration of ₹56,000/- Basic + 20% HRA (₹11,200/-) = ₹67,200/- per month funded under the ICMR extramural research scheme.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
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Application Procedure
- Download the official application format from the AIIMS Bhopal recruitment portal at aiimsbhopal.edu.in/jobs.aspx.
- Duly fill out the hard-copy application form with accurate personal details, academic qualifications, and research/clinical experience in capital letters.
- Prepare a formal covering letter and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with 2 passport-size colour photographs.
- Collate one set of self-attested photocopies of Class 10th certificate (proof of date of birth), mark sheets and degree certificates (Master's, M.Phil, Ph.D.), council registration (if applicable), experience certificates, caste certificate, and No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer if working in government or project service.
- Report in person on Wednesday, 30 September 2026 before 11:30 AM at the Seminar Room, Department of Psychiatry, Third Floor, Academic Block, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Saket Nagar, Bhopal – 462020 (M.P.). The interview commences at 2:00 PM. Applications sent by email or courier will not be entertained.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
NIL (No application fee is required to participate in the walk-in interview).
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Deadline
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Exam Date
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Application Window9 – 30 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date30 Sep 2026
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Reporting and Document Verification (30.09.2026, 11:30 AM)
OfflineQualifying Only
Walk-in Personal Interview (30.09.2026, 02:00 PM onwards)
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection will be conducted through in-person document scrutiny and a Walk-in Interview before the Selection Committee on 30 September 2026 at the Department of Psychiatry, AIIMS Bhopal. Candidates must report before 11:30 AM for document verification; the interview will commence from 2:00 PM. In case of a high volume of candidates, a preliminary screening written test may be administered by the Institute.
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The selected candidate receives a consolidated monthly pay of ₹67,200/- (comprising basic remuneration of ₹56,000/- plus 20% HRA of ₹11,200/-) funded under the ICMR extramural research scheme.
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