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National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences - [NIMHANS], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka
Autonomous University

NIMHANS Bangalore Quick Updates

Candidates seeking admission to MD/MS/MDS/DM/M.Ch courses at NIMHANS Bangalore need to appear for the INI CET July 2023 Exam which will be held on May, 07, 2023.

National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences, popularly known as NIMHANS is an autonomous university located in Bangalore, Karnataka was established in 1974. NIMHANS was declared as an “Institute of National Importance” by the Government of India in 2012. The institute was conferred ‘Deemed to be University’ status by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in 1994. NIMHANS offers various undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in mental health and neurosciences. Admission to all the courses is based on merit in the entrance test conducted by the institute itself. According to NIRF 2023, NIMHANS has placed 4th in the Medical Category. 

  • MD, DM, PhD and Fellowship are some of the popular courses offered at NIMHANS. 
  • Candidates with valid scores on the entrance test are selected for further admission processes.
  • NIMHANS accepts a valid INI CET and INI SS score for admission to MD, DM and M.Ch programs. 
  • The institute offers 100% placement opportunities for students at the top hospitals with a good package. 
  • The campus is spread over 135 acres and includes facilities such as hospitals, research centres, and herb gardens. 

NIMHANS Bangalore


NIMHANS Highlights

Some of the important highlights of NIMHANS are mentioned below: 

Particulars Details
Institute Name National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences
Popularly Known As NIMHANS
Established | Type  1974 | Autonomous
Approved by UGC
Courses Offered UG, PG, Doctoral, Diploma and Fellowship 
Admission Criteria  Entrance-Based
Qualifying Examination MD/ DM (6 Years)/ M.Ch (6 Years): INI CET
DM (3 Years)/ M.Ch (3 Years): INI SS
Facilities Offered Hostel, Laboratories, Library, Gym, Gardens and Sports Facilities 
Top Recruiters Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Hospitals, Max Healthcare, Manipal Hospitals, ICMR
Official Website  nimhans.ac.in

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NIMHANS Rankings

The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Science (NIMHANS) is one of the top medical institutes providing the best knowledge in the field of medical health. Some of the NIMHANS Rankings over the years are tabulated below: 

Agency Year Rank
NIRF (Medical) 2023 4
IIRF (Medical) 2023 4

NIMHANS Courses & Fees

NIMHANS offers various courses at Undergraduate, Diploma, Postgraduate, Master's Degree, Super Specialty Medical, Fellowship, PhD, and Post-Doctoral Fellowship levels. Admission to all the programs is based on merit in their respective entrance examinations. Detailed information about NIMHANS Courses and Fees are mentioned below: 

Course Name Course Details  Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria 
B.Sc Nursing  Duration: 4 Years
Course Fee: INR 49,250 (1st year)
10+2 in Physics, Chemistry and Biology with an aggregate of 45% marks from a recognized board.  Score/Merit in entrance examination conducted by NIMHANS. 
B.Sc Duration: 3 Years
Course Fee: INR 22,550 (1st year)
M.Sc Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: INR 22,100 (1st year)
Bachelor’s degree in the relevant specialization from a recognized university.  Score/Merit in the entrance examination followed by document verification.
MPH Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: INR 96,840 (1st year)
MBBS or Bachelor's degree in the relevant specialization from a recognized university. 
MD Duration: 3 Years
Course Fee: INR 66,550 (1st year)
MBBS degree from a recognized university.  Score/Merit in INI CET
DM Duration: 3 Years
Course Fee: INR 71,050 (1st year)
MD or DNB degree from a recognized university.  Score/Merit in INI SS. 
M.Ch  Duration: 3 Years
Course Fee: INR 62,050 (1st year)
PhD  Duration: 3 Years
Course Fee: INR 32,000 (1st year)
MBBS or Master's degree in the relevant specialization from a recognized university.  Score/Merit in the entrance examination followed by an interview conducted by NIMHANS. 
M.Phil  Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: INR 22,550 (1st year)
Score/Merit in the entrance examination followed by document verification. 
Diploma  Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: INR 8,600 (1st year)
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology with 45% marks Score/Merit in entrance examination conducted by NIMHANS. 
Post Basic Diploma Duration: 1 Year
Course Fee: INR 7,350
Bachelor’s in the relevant discipline
PG Diploma Duration: 1 Year
Course Fee: INR 20,750
MBBS or Master's degree in the relevant specialization from a recognized university.  Score/Merit in the entrance examination followed by document verification. 
Fellowship Duration: 1 Year
Course Fee: INR 18,350
MD or DNB degree in relevant specialization from a recognized university.  Score/Merit in entrance examination conducted by NIMHANS.

NIMHANS Admission to various UG, PG and Doctoral courses is based on the entrance test followed by an interview. Admission to MD, DM and M.Ch courses is based on INI CET and INI SS conducted by AIIMS Delhi. Candidates must secure a valid score in the NIMHANS Entrance Test. 

How to Apply for NIMHANS Admission 2024?

Candidates can apply for NIMHANS Admission by following the below-mentioned steps:

  • Visit the official website @ nimhans.ac.in. 
  • Fill out the application form with all the required details.
  • Candidates can pay the application fee via debit/credit card or net banking.
  • On successful registration, download the admit card from the official website. 
  • Candidates must appear for the entrance test on the notified date.
  • On selection, candidates must appear for an in-person interview at NIMHANS.
  • The final merit list will be published on the official website. 
  • Selected candidates, must appear for document verification. 
  • Candidates can secure their admission by paying the requisite fees.

NIMHANS Results 2024

NIMHANS conducts examinations for various undergraduate and postgraduate courses. NIMHANS Results are published on the official website. Candidates can check the semester results online and can download their results from the website. 

How to check NIMHANS Results?

Candidates can check NIMHANS Results by following the steps mentioned below: 

  • Visit the official website of NIMHANS
  • Hover the cursor over the Training & Academics Tab on the home page.
  • Under the Admissions Section, click on the ‘Results’ Tab.
  • Click on the Relevant Course Link among the Links available on the Results Page.
  • Candidates can check and download the results.

NIMHANS Cutoff 2024

Admission to MD, DM and MCh programs at NIMHANS Bangalore is offered via INI CET. NIMHANS Cutoff is the minimum score/rank required by the candidates to secure admission to MD/ DM/ M.Ch courses at NIMHANS. Here are the round-wise seat allotment lists for the INI CET July 2024 Session: 

Cutoff Rounds Download Link
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INI CET January 2024 Cutoff has been for admission to MD, DM, and M.Ch courses at NIMHANS. Here is NIMHANS INI CET Cutoff 2024 for the General Category: 

Course Round 1 Round 2
M.Ch. in Neuro Surgery 96 103
MD in Psychiatry 284 284

NIMHANS Placements

The university places a high value on internships and placements. The number of students is very high, and there are many job prospects at both public and private hospitals. NIMHANS has not released the official placement report for the year 2023 yet. However, the NIMHANS NIRF 2023 Report has been released. 

The table below lists the key highlights of NIMHANS Bangalore Placement as per its 2023 NIRF Report:

Particulars PG (3-Year) Statistics 2022
Total Students 44
Students Placed 44
Median Package INR 16.09 LPA
Placement Rate 100%
Top Recruiters Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Hospitals, Max Healthcare, Manipal Hospitals, ICMR

*Placement Data is taken from the NIRF 2023 Report as Actual Placement Data is not available on the Official Website.*


NIMHANS Facilities 

NIMHANS is spread over 174 acres amidst greenery in Bangalore, Karnataka. The institute has impressive infrastructure and is well-equipped to meet the needs of patients, students, and researchers. Some of the facilities offered at NIMHANS is mentioned below:

  • Hospitals: NIMHANS has a 950-bed hospital with various departments along with speciality clinics to aid the mental well-being of patients. 
  • Laboratories: The institute has state-of-the-art research facilities to aid the practical knowledge of students. 
  • Library: NIMHANS library is one of the largest mental health and neuroscience libraries in Asia.
  • It has many books, journals, and electronic resources related to psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, and allied fields.
  • Hostels: NIMHANS has separate hostels for men and women, which provide accommodation to students, trainees, and researchers.
  • Lecture Halls and Auditoriums: There are several lecture halls and auditoriums equipped with modern audiovisuals to aid lectures. 
  • NIMHANS has a sports complex, which includes facilities for indoor games and outdoor games for recreational purposes. 
  • The institute also has a gymnasium, swimming pool, botanical garden and herbal garden for research and education purposes.

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NIMHANS Alumni

NIMHANS has a great number of strong medical scientists and physicians who have graduated. The alumni hold numerous esteemed positions all around the world. Some of the NIMHANS Alumni members are mentioned below:

  • Dr. Shilpa Sadanand 
  • Dr.Vidhya Sagar K
  • Dr. Ashwini R
  • Dr. Harish T
  • Dr. Ajay Prakash
  • Dr. Megha Mahajan

Check More: NIMHANS Scholarship 


NIMHANS FAQs

Ques. What are the courses offered at NIMHANS?

Ans. NIMHANS offers admission to a vast number of UG, Diploma, PG, PGDM, Super Speciality Medical Courses, Fellowship, PhD, and Post-Doctoral Fellowship programs in a number of specialities. 

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for the MD course at NIMHANS?

Ans. Candidates with an MBBS degree from a recognized university are eligible for admission to the MD course at NIMHANS. 

Ques. What are the selection criteria for the MD course at NIMHANS?

Ans. NIMHANS offers admission to the MD program for candidates with a valid score in INI CET conducted by AIIMS Delhi. 

Ques. What are the facilities offered for students at NIMHANS?

Ans. NIMHANS offers facilities such as a Hostel, Laboratories, Library, Gym, Lecture Halls, Auditorium, Swimming Pool, Gardens and Sports Facilities. 

Ques. Is there an interview round in NIMHANS?

Ans. Selection to PhD courses is based on the entrance exam and interview at NIMHANS. There are three interview rounds. The first round is the shortlisting of resumes of the candidates. The second round of the interview is the aptitude test. The third and last round of the interview is group discussion. Students are admitted based on their scores in these three interview rounds as well as the entrance exam.

Ques. Is NIMHANS a good college?

Ans. NIMHANS is one of the top institutes excelling in the field of Mental Health and Neurosciences. The institute provides state-of-the-art facilities to aid students with the best knowledge. NIMHANS has secured 4th position under the medical category by NIRF for 3 consecutive years. 

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for admission to DM / M.Ch courses at NIMHANS?

Ans. Candidates with an MD or DNB degree from a recognized university are eligible for admission to DM /M.Ch courses at NIMHANS. 

Ques. What are the placement opportunities at NIMHANS?

Ans. NIMHANS provides one of the placement opportunities for all the final year students. The median package offered at NIMHANS stood at INR 16.06 LPA and a total of 44 students were placed. 

Ques. Who are the top recruiters at NIMHANS?

Ans. NIMHANS offers placements at the top hospitals for their students during the placement process. Some of the top recruiters are Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Hospitals, Max Healthcare, Manipal Hospitals and ICMR. 

Ques. What are the documents required at the time of admission?

Ans. Documents Required for Admission:

  • 10th / SSLC/ Matriculation Certificate.
  • Marks Cards of all years /semesters
  • Statement of Marks of Job Oriented Diploma with Diagnostic (If applicable).
  • Mark Sheets or Statement of Marks for All Years of a Degree or Diploma Course (If applicable).
  • Registration Certificate of State Nursing Council or Indian Nursing Council (If applicable).
  • Transfer Certificate from School/ College/ Institution, where the applicant last studied.
  • Migration Certificate from Board/Department of Pre-University Education/University, under whom the applicant last studied.
  • Certificate of OBC/ SC/ ST/ PWD OR Domicile of Karnataka/ Chhattisgarh/ Jammu and Kashmir/ Uttarakhand/ Northeastern states (if applicable). 
  • Degree Certificate.
  • Attempt Certificate, in case of eligible qualification, is MBBS.
  • Permanent Registration Certificate with either State Medical Council or Medical Council of India in case of eligible qualification being a bachelor's degree in medicine.
  • Internship Completion Certificate, in case of eligible qualification being MBBS.6
  • Experience Certificate, if mandatory as per the ‘General requirement’ section of the respective course.
  • ‘Equivalence Certificate’ from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) for Eligible qualification obtained from a Foreign University/College.

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College Faculty

Basic Information About Faculty

Dr. D. Nagaraja

Professor, Department of Neurology


Dr. P. Satishchandra

Professor, Department of Neurology


Dr. A. B. Taly

Professor and Head, Department of Neurology


Dr. M. Veerendra Kumar

Professor, Department of Neurology


Dr. A. Nalini

Additional Professor, Department of Neurology


Dr. S. R. Chandra

Professor, Department of Neurology


Dr. V. Bhadrinarayan

Professor, Department of Neuroanaesthesia

Dr. V. J. Ramesh

Professor, Department of Neuroanaesthesia


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National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences - [NIMHANS]: 15 answered questions

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Anamika Tiwari

06 Oct 21

For post MBBS direct MCh/ DM neurology and MD Psychiatry courses, NIMHANS conducts an online entrance exam consisting of MCQs.

  • A common entrance exam is conducted for all courses and later on a separate merit list for each course is released which means you have to opt for the course while applying or you can apply for all of them or either of the two courses.
  • The test is for 2 hours with 150 MCQs. There is negative marking in the examination. Approximately 90 to 100 questions are from 19 MBBS subjects. The difficulty level is medium. The questions are selected from guidebooks.
  • The rest of the 50 to 60 questions are related to CNS so prepare for the neuro aspect of all major subjects viz Anat, Physio, Medicine Psychiatry, Surgery Patho, etc. With the preparation of the last 10 to 15 days, these questions are solvable
  • NIMHANS paper is overall easy compared to AIPGME and AIIMS but since the number of seats is very less, the margin of error for silly mistakes is very low.

The key to get through is by reading all subjects till the last 10 days to the exam and later focusing on the neurology part. This ensures that your preparation level would be optimum on exam day.

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Sangita Ghose

06 Oct 21

To clear the NIMHANS entrance exam for M. Phil in clinical psychology, you need to be thorough with the basics of the syllabus of a PG in psychology either be MA in psychology or MSc in psychology, especially cognitive psychology, biological basis of behavior, abnormal psychology, social psychology research methodology, and all the different branches of psychology from PG level.

My friend is currently pursuing the M.Phil course in clinical psychology at NIMHANS. According to his experience, clearing M.Phil entrance is just one part of the game.

You will have to be passionate enough to take the pressures of having to report to different people, being able to work together with people from different disciplines, and being able to be resilient with minor or major put-offs.

Getting used to the work hours is very exhausting, including Saturdays and at the same time there are no holidays or you cannot leave clinical work while preparing for exams, so the clinical work and patients have the highest priority at this place.

In exchange, you will have the best people guiding you and the day-to-day privilege of working with the best people in the field, so you should be able to manage both academics and clinical work. Not to repeat but you should be mentally strong and constantly enthusiastic about what you are doing and be able to reach out to people when you have difficulties.

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Swastika Roy

06 Oct 21

I know a person who is pursuing Neurosurgery and he does not feel it is not necessary to go through 3 years of MS general surgery before taking up neurosurgery. As a 6-year student, he was supposed to rotate through 10 months of general surgery.

He did not find general surgical skills that he acquired during the rotation, of much use in neurosurgery, other than the very basic knot tying and suturing skills, which can also be acquired through dedicated lab practice.

The other techniques followed in neurosurgery are significantly different from those followed in general surgery. The extensive use of the surgical microscope and bipolar coagulation for hemostasis distinguishes this surgical discipline from general surgery.

Today, neurosurgeons typically use access surgeons (thoracic surgeons or urologists) if they want to perform any unconventional approaches to the spine, which is much safer for the patient.

A lot of post-MS students don’t find much difference in incompetence or spectrum of surgeries and they are comfortable when compared with those having gone through six years of courses.

Globally, there is a trend towards running integrated courses only. Also, in India, pursuing a 6 years’ course after MBBS means you will have one less entrance examination to worry about. 

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Moinak Guha

06 Oct 21

According to the new updated pattern from 2018, there are separate papers for DM neurology, Mch Neurosurgery, and MD psychiatry courses.

The 70 marks paper continues. The questions are asked from all 19 subjects. The questions are asked randomly. The weightage of any subject is increased at any time. No fixed weightage from the subjects can be expected. Don’t leave out any topics from the 19 subjects. Each mark counts and can be the reason for selection and non-selection. Only 4 seats for DM and 4 for MCh.

For 30 marks separate papers-

Neurology: Neuro medicine is asked mainly. So it's important to read Harrison's neurology portion. You should have good concepts of Neurophysiology, neuropathology, CNS pharmacology, Neuro-ophthalmology, and a few neuroanatomia. Ketzung for CNS pharma part and CNS pathology from Robbins is recommended.

Neurosurgery: Mostly basic questions are asked. Good concepts of Neuroanatomy is a must. Snell and Neuro medicine from Harrison is equally important for neurosurgery. A head injury from Bailey/ Sabiston is recommended.

Psychiatry: Kaplan and Saddok is a standard book. Cover Schizophrenia and depression topics from it with the psychological examination. Praveen Tripathi's psychiatry reference book as a whole is helpful. Understand concepts well. Watch Caplan videos on behavioral science for a good understanding.

Follow crash courses from DAMS, DBMCI, and Positive classes. You can also join the Telegram channel for NIMHANS preparation.

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Aditya Chaterjee

06 Oct 21

One of my cousins graduated from NIMHANS and according to him, here are the courses available for an MBBS doctor in NIMHANS. 

  • MCh in Neurosurgery
  • DM in Neurology
  • MD in Psychiatry
  • Fellowship in Psychiatric Rehabilitation
  • Ph.D. in Clinical Neurosciences
  • M.Phil in Neurosciences
  • Ph.D. in Neurophysiology
  • M.Phil in Neurophysiology
  • M.Phil in Biophysics

If you are interested in research you can choose Ph.D. in Clinical Neurosciences or Ph.D. in Psychiatry. There is a direct entry after MBBS for MCh in Neurosurgery apart from DM in Neurology and MD in Psychiatry.

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Tarun Ghosh,

19 Oct 21

After doing some research online, I gathered some information regarding your question. Let me mention these which you can later analyze and check if it is useful or not.

  • It is an online MCQ-based Post Graduate entrance exam for direct MCh Neurosurgery, DM neurology, and MD Psychiatry courses.
  • The exams are usually held in the last week of March.
  • It is a 2-hour long exam and comprises 150 MCQ-based questions.
  • 1 mark is given for every correct answer and ¼ mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.
  • 90-100 questions generally come from the routine subjects studied during MBBS. These are similar to the ones asked in other entrance exams like AIIMS and JIPMER.
  • 50-60 MCQs are related to Neurology sections of all other subjects like anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, microbiology, pharmacology, pathology, ophthalmology, medicine, surgery, psychiatry, radiology, and anesthesia.

For preparing Neurology you can take help from the following books:

  • Harrison for Neurology
  • Ganong for Neuro-Physiology
  • Snell's Neuro-Anatomy
  • Neuro-Biochemistry from Harper
  • Neuro-Microbiology from Paniker
  • Neuro-Pharmacology from KDT
  • Neuro-Pathology from Robbins

Try solving the previous 4 to 5 years of any NIMHANS MCQ guide. Also, try to score 120-130, this will secure your place among the top rankers.

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Bhavna Gautam,

19 Oct 21

You need to secure a very good rank in the NIMHANS entrance exam, this could be among the top 4 or 5. Here are some things about the course you should know about beforehand.

  • It is a 5-year course post MBBS and the course won't entirely be in NIMHANS.
  • The residents will be posted for ½  years to other hospitals like Victoria for experience in general medicine. 3 ½  years however will be in NIMHANS.
  • As a resident, you will be expected to participate in OPD's, handle in-patients, and also can be posted for emergency duties. 
  • Working hours will vary, but expect 12-hour duties on any day and 24 hours during emergency postings. 
  • The students will be posted in departments of Neurology predominantly and also Psychiatry, Neuro-surgery, Pathology, and Electrophysiology for short periods.
  • The DM course is a great opportunity to learn about Neurology in detail. 
  • You will be exposed to a wide variety of cases to standard modalities of treatment. 
  • The caseload can get a bit hectic. Try to stay calm in these situations.

As it is an institute of national importance, there are plenty of research opportunities for interested students. At the end of the course, you are expected to have a thorough knowledge of clinical aspects of Neurology, investigational modalities not limited to EEG, EMG, MRI, CT, etc. Thus it opens a huge scope of learning.

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Priya Mathur,

19 Oct 21

This is very difficult to differentiate, as both of them are hugely notable for Neurosurgery. But like every other institution, they also have their fair share of pros and cons. Let me discuss some facts about both the institutes, analyzing which you can make your final decision.

  • AIIMS has given many good Neurosurgeons. It has a high credibility value.
  • It has got a dedicated trauma centre, cadaveric training and research facility, neurosurgical education and training school, and animal dissection lab.
  • NIMHANS is a dedicated mental health and neurosciences institute. 
  • It has got NBRC - Neuro-Biology Research Centre which provides proper infrastructure for research and technology advancement.
  • There is no difference in the quality of work, patient management protocol, etc. at both institutes.
  • The only thing bothering the students of AIIMS is the increase in faculty members. This divides the surgical work and less share comes on part of residents.
  • NIMHANS has fewer faculty members as compared to AIIMS.

You can also choose the college favoring your location. North Indians generally opt for AIIMS while South Indians will go for NIMHANS.

Ultimately, it depends on the student’s choice, because both the institutions are equally good. But a university name does not matter, it might give you the first push but after that your training and your work will speak for themselves.

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Gurpreet Singh,

19 Oct 21

This is a choice that can vary from individual to individual. It is each student’s unique preference of certain things like location, curriculum, alumni, crowd, etc. that influence their choices.

One of my friends cleared both the entrance exams at the same time but opted for AIIMS over NIMHANS, due to its location. Being a North Indian he felt it would be easier to blend in rather than getting accustomed to a new culture, food or place.

Also, he mentioned that the Neurosurgery course will only provide an McH degree and no MS degree. This was also another concern for him and why he in the end went for AIIMS.

Therefore, you should think clearly and point out all the pros and cons of these institutions. Check which one is satisfying all your requirements and then go for it. Both AIIMS and NIMHANS are reputed institutions, graduating from any of them will prove to be great for your career. If you are North Indian go for AIIMS, if South Indian opt for NIMHANS.

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Deeksha Seth,

19 Oct 21

It won't be right to talk about other institutions that offer Neurosurgery, but as one of my friends studied at NIMHANS, I will be able to share some details about it, analyzing which you can make your choice.

  • Being a referral centre, NIMHANS receives lots of patients.
  • The OPD’s will run up to modest hours in the evening and with cases ranging from PIVD to brainstem gliomas. 
  • The casualty will have a dedicated trauma team that receives 100–150 trauma cases per day, ranging from mild concussions to SAH.
  • OT will run on all working days or all days in case of emergencies. 
  • The surgeries include aneurysmal clipping to functional surgeries such as DBS or functional hemispherectomy.
  • There will be academic programs throughout the week including general classes to journal clubs.
  • The main focus falls on clinical work, so you will get a lot of raw material to work with to gain clinical knowledge.
  • If your interest lies in research, there are competing people there also, to encourage and guide you.

Ultimately, it is your duty to gather information from the cases, and what you learn from each of them after completing the clinical work. Always be ready to face any situation and work a hectic schedule.

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