MD Psychiatry

Overview

The Department of Psychiatry at Father Muller Medical College is one of the most reputed in Karnataka, backed by the historic Father Muller Mental Health Centre, which has been serving patients for over a century. The department offers extensive exposure to inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, de-addiction services, child guidance clinics, community psychiatry programs, and emergency psychiatric care. The hospital has dedicated Psychiatry ICUs, rehabilitation units, and multidisciplinary therapy teams including clinical psychologists, psychiatric social workers, and counselors. Postgraduates receive training in psychotherapies, neuropsychiatric evaluations, ECT procedures, and modern treatment modalities. Regular seminars, journal clubs, case conferences, and interdepartmental discussions ensure academic rigor. The institute’s strong patient inflow, research culture, and clinical diversity prepare residents for academic, clinical, and community-based psychiatric practice.

Eligibility

1. Must possess MBBS degree from an NMC-recognized institution.
2. Must have completed internship before the deadline.
3. Must have permanent/provisional NMC or State Medical Council registration.
4. Must qualify NEET-PG.
5. Admission is through KEA PG Medical Counselling only.

Minimum Education