IHBAS - MPhil (Clinical Psychology)

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Candidates should have completed their Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as Psychology, Social Work, Medicine, Nursing, or other allied health sciences from a recognized university.
• Age Limit: Generally, the minimum age requirement is 18 years. There is usually no upper age limit but candidates must check specific notifications for any changes.
• Nationality: Candidates must be Indian nationals. Some programs may allow foreign nationals with specific guidelines.

Exam Pattern

• Mode of Exam: The entrance exam is usually conducted offline (pen and paper based), though some special notifications might offer online options.
• Number of Questions: Typically, the exam comprises 100 multiple choice questions (MCQs).
• Marking Scheme: Each correct answer carries 1 mark. There is generally no negative marking for wrong answers.
• Subjects Covered:
  • Psychology
  • Behavioural Sciences
  • General Knowledge
  • Aptitude and Reasoning
  • English Language and Comprehension
• Exam Notification & Schedule: Official notifications are typically released in June or July each year. The entrance exam is generally conducted in August or September.

Syllabus

• Psychology:
  • Basics of psychology and understanding behaviour
  • Developmental psychology
  • Abnormal psychology and mental disorders
  • Therapeutic techniques and psychological assessment
• Behavioural Sciences:
  • Social psychology
  • Human development and social behaviour
  • Community mental health concepts
• General Knowledge:
  • Current affairs related to health and medicine
  • Important schemes and government initiatives in mental health
• Aptitude and Reasoning:
  • Logical reasoning
  • Data interpretation
  • Quantitative aptitude
• English Language and Comprehension:
  • Grammar and vocabulary
  • Comprehension passages
  • Sentence correction and fill in the blanks

Application Process

1. Visit the official IHBAS website.
2. Navigate to the admissions or entrance exam notification section.
3. Read the detailed notification and eligibility criteria carefully.
4. Register yourself by creating a new user login if applying online.
5. Fill in the online application form with accurate details.
6. Upload scanned copies of required documents like photograph, signature, and educational certificates.
7. Pay the application fee through available online modes (e-challan, net banking, debit/credit card).
8. Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
9. If offline mode is available, download the form, fill it manually, attach documents, and send it to the given address before the deadline.

Courses Offered

• MA/M.Sc in Clinical Psychology
• MA/M.Sc in Psychiatric Social Work
• M.Phil in Clinical Psychology
• Various post-graduate diplomas related to mental health and rehabilitation

Facts about the Entrance Exams

• IHBAS is a premier institute in India specializing in mental health and allied sciences education.
• The entrance exam is highly competitive due to limited seats.
• Focus is on both theoretical knowledge and aptitude towards behavioural sciences.

Admit Card

• Available for download 10-15 days before the exam on the official website.
• Login with credentials and download the admit card PDF.
• Carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam center.
• Check the admit card for details like exam date, center, and instructions.

Results & Cut-Offs

• Results are usually declared on the official IHBAS website in October/November.
• Merit lists are prepared based on performance in the entrance exam and sometimes interviews.
• Cut-off marks vary each year depending on difficulty and number of applicants.

Preparation Tips

• Understand basics of psychology and behavioural sciences from standard textbooks.
• Practice previous year question papers if available.
• Read newspapers and magazines for current affairs and general knowledge updates.
• Focus on time management and practice aptitude and reasoning regularly.
• Recommended Books: "Fundamentals of Psychology" by H. J. Eysenck, "Abnormal Psychology" by Ronald J. Comer, and "General Mental Ability and Aptitude" by R. S. Aggarwal.
• Utilize online resources like free mock tests, video lectures, and interactive quizzes related to psychology and mental health.

FAQs

• Q: When is the IHBAS entrance exam conducted?
  A: Usually in August or September, as per official notification.
• Q: Is there an age limit for applying?
  A: Minimum age is generally 18 years; no fixed upper age limit.
• Q: Are there negative markings in the exam?
  A: Typically, no negative marking.
• Q: How can I download the admit card?
  A: It is available on the official website by logging in with your application credentials about 10-15 days before the exam.
• Q: What is the medium of the exam?
  A: The exam is mostly offline (pen and paper-based).
• Q: What courses can I pursue after clearing the exam?
  A: Various post-graduate programs in Clinical Psychology, Psychiatric Social Work, and related fields at IHBAS.