Arunachal Pradesh State Mental Health Authority, Directorate of Health Services, Naharlagun (APSMHA) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Persons with Mental Illness and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 10 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of Persons with Mental Illness and other Posts will be accepted from 14 August 2026 to 15 September 2026. All interested candidates are strongly advised to complete their application well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Persons with Mental Illness and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
APSMHA – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mental Health Professional | 1 | No Details | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Psychiatric Social Worker | 1 | No Details | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Clinical Psychologist | 1 | No Details | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Mental Health Nurse | 1 | No Details | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Persons with Mental Illness | 2 | No Details | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Care Givers Representatives | 2 | No Details | Arunachal Pradesh |
| NGO Representatives | 2 | No Details | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Total Vacancies: | 10 |
APSMHA Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for APSMHA Persons with Mental Illness and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Arunachal Pradesh State Mental Health Authority, Directorate of Health Services, Naharlagun. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Health Professional | Psychiatrist with post graduate degree or diploma OR professional registered under Section 55 of MHCA (Clinical Psychologist, Mental Health Nurse, Psychiatric Social Worker) OR post graduate degree in Ayurveda in Mano Vigyan Avum Manas Roga OR PG degree in Homoeopathy in Psychiatry OR PG degree in Unani in Moalijat (Nafasiyatt) OR PG degree in Siddha in Sirappu Muruthuvam, with 15 years experience in Mental Health field | 15 years |
| Psychiatric Social Worker | Post graduate degree in Social Work or Master of Philosophy in Psychiatric Social Work with 15 years experience in Mental Health field | 15 years |
| Clinical Psychologist | Recognized qualification in Clinical Psychology from RCI approved institution OR PG degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Applied Psychology and M.Phil in Clinical Psychology or Medical and Social Psychology, with 15 years experience in Mental Health field | 15 years |
| Mental Health Nurse | Diploma or degree in general nursing, psychiatric nursing with 15 years experience in Mental Health field | 15 years |
| Persons with Mental Illness | Persons who have or have had mental illness | No Details |
| Care Givers Representatives | Representing care givers of persons with mental illness or organizations representing care givers | No Details |
| NGO Representatives | Representing non-governmental organizations which provide services to persons with mental illness | No Details |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Arunachal Pradesh State Mental Health Authority, Directorate of Health Services, Naharlagun for Persons with Mental Illness and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Mental Health Professional | No Details |
| Psychiatric Social Worker | No Details |
| Clinical Psychologist | No Details |
| Mental Health Nurse | No Details |
| Persons with Mental Illness | No Details |
| Care Givers Representatives | No Details |
| NGO Representatives | No Details |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Persons with Mental Illness and other Posts will be carried out through Selection by designated board appointed by the competent authority. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Arunachal Pradesh State Mental Health Authority, Directorate of Health Services, Naharlagun. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for APSMHA Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline Application |
The application for this recruitment of Arunachal Pradesh State Mental Health Authority, Directorate of Health Services, Naharlagun is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Submit the Letter of Expression and application form as per Annexure-I with educational qualification documents and other required documents to the address specified in the official advertisement. Deadline: 2026-09-15. (get form from https://nhm.arunachal.gov.in/public/upload/document/event/Arunachal_Pradesh_SMHA_Advertisement.pdf) on or before the last date of offline application, which is 15 September 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Application Form | Download Form |
| Official Website | nhm.arunachal.gov.in |