Goa PSC Assistant Professor Psychiatric Nursing 2026

Goa Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released Advertisement No. 04 of 2026 for the post of Assistant Professor in Psychiatric Nursing at the Institute of Psychiatry and Human Behaviour under the Public Health Department, Government of Goa. There is 1 vacancy (Unreserved). The salary is as per Pay Matrix Level-11. Online applications opened on 10 April 2026 and the last date to apply is 24 April 2026. You need a Master's degree in Psychiatric Nursing and 5 years of teaching experience after post graduation.

Goa Public Service Commission Assistant Professor Psychiatric Nursing Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Goa Public Service Commission has invited online applications through Advertisement No. 04 Year 2026, published on 10 April 2026, for filling up the post of Assistant Professor in Psychiatric Nursing. The post is at the Institute of Psychiatry and Human Behaviour, a premier mental healthcare and teaching institute under the Directorate of Health Services, Government of Goa. This is a regular Group 'A' faculty post in a professional nursing college, ideal for experienced nurse educators who want to shape the next generation of psychiatric nursing professionals in Goa.

Who Can Apply?

The Goa PSC has set clear education and experience requirements for this post. Please check the details below before applying.

Essential Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree in Psychiatric Nursing recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC)
• Teaching Experience: Five (5) years of teaching experience in Nursing after post graduation
• Language: Knowledge of Konkani (the official language of Goa) is mandatory

Desirable Qualifications

• Doctorate: Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) in Nursing
• Additional Language: Knowledge of Marathi

Note: If suitable candidates with Konkani knowledge are not available, the Goa PSC may relax this requirement for Group 'A' posts in Professional Colleges with government approval.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: Not exceeding 45 years
• Age relaxation for government servants and reserved categories is available as per Goa government rules.

Salary

• Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level-11 (as per 7th CPC)
• Basic Pay Range: Rs. 67,700 to Rs. 2,08,700 per month
• Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance and other benefits as per Goa government rules
• Many faculty posts in nursing colleges are also eligible for Non-Practice Allowance (NPA) as per applicable rules

Application Fee

• General / Unreserved: Rs. 1,000
• SC / ST / OBC / EWS: Rs. 500
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD): Exempted
• Payment Mode: Online payment OR Offline through e-challan at any SBI branch in Goa
• Applications where fee payment is made after the last date will be summarily rejected with no refund.

Selection Process

Goa PSC will select candidates through shortlisting and a personal interview. There is no written exam for this post.

1. Shortlisting: If the number of applications is large, the Commission will shortlist candidates as per the criteria in the "Instructions" published on the GPSC website. Merely meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview before the Commission.
3. Document Verification: Original certificates will be verified before the final recommendation.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official GPSC website at gpsc.goa.gov.in or the Government of Goa common portal cbes.goa.gov.in.
2. Read the "Instructions" page on the Commission's website carefully before filling up the application form.
3. Fill the online application form with your personal details, qualifications, and experience.
4. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature and required documents.
5. Pay the application fee online, OR generate an e-challan and pay cash at any SBI branch in Goa (e-challan is valid for 7 days from generation).
6. After successful payment, download and save your application form. Keep a printout for your records.
7. Candidates paying via e-challan must produce the stamped e-challan at the Commission's office on or before 24 April 2026.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 10 April 2026
• Online Application Start: 10 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 24 April 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 24 April 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Teach Psychiatric Nursing subjects to undergraduate and postgraduate nursing students
• Guide clinical training of students at the Institute of Psychiatry and Human Behaviour
• Prepare lesson plans, course materials, and assessments as per INC curriculum
• Conduct research on mental health nursing, patient care and evidence-based practices
• Supervise student projects, dissertations and field work
• Handle ward rounds and clinical demonstrations in psychiatric care settings
• Participate in departmental meetings, curriculum committees and academic planning
• Follow INC guidelines, Goa government rules and Institute policies in all duties