MSMHA Maharashtra 2026 Recruitment: 64 Non-Ex-Officio Members for Mental Health Review Boards

This opportunity is ideal for seasoned medical professionals, specifically psychiatrists and general practitioners, possessing at least 15 years of relevant experience, who are committed to public service. Additionally, individuals with significant lived experience or caregiver roles within the mental health community, or those representing organizations in the mental health field with 10 years of experience, are highly suitable. Candidates should be dedicated to upholding the Mental Health Care Act 2017 and willing to serve a fixed 5-year term as non-ex-officio members.

Candidates lacking the specified post-graduate qualifications in Psychiatry or a recognized medical qualification with extensive experience (15 years for medical roles, 10 years for care-giver/representative roles) should not apply. This role is not suitable for individuals seeking a permanent, salaried government position or those who would exceed 70 years of age during their term of office, as it is a nomination-based, fixed-term appointment. Those uninterested in contributing to mental health policy and oversight at a state level may also find it less appealing.

Serving on the Mental Health Review Boards offers considerable prestige and influence within Maharashtra's public health and legal frameworks. It's a critical role for ensuring ethical practices and safeguarding the rights of persons with mental illness under state law. While not a conventional high-salary position, it provides a unique platform for significant impact, contributing directly to state-level policy and patient welfare for a 5-year term, enhancing one's professional standing and public service portfolio within the healthcare sector.