About the Institution

The Institute of Psychiatry – Centre of Excellence (IOP-COE), Kolkata, is one of India’s most prestigious mental health institutions, with a distinguished history dating back to 1817, making it the third oldest surviving mental hospital in the country. Since 1989, it has served as the psychiatry training and research wing of the Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research (IPGME&R), Kolkata, giving it the unique distinction of functioning both as a specialized psychiatric hospital and a tertiary-care teaching and research center. The institute is widely recognized for its excellence in mental health care, postgraduate education, multidisciplinary clinical training, and research, and continues to play a pivotal role in advancing psychiatric services and mental health education in India.

About the Department

The Department of Clinical Psychology at the Institute of Psychiatry – Centre of Excellence (IOP-COE), Kolkata, is a well-established academic and clinical unit dedicated to the assessment and treatment of mental health disorders. Staffed by highly qualified faculty and supported under the National Mental Health Programme, the department offers an RCI-recognized Clinical Psychology training program affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences. With limited seats and extensive supervised clinical exposure, the department provides high-quality training and is widely regarded as one of India’s leading centers for clinical psychology education.

M.Phil in Clinical Psychology

• Program Overview

  • Course Name: M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology
  • Duration: 2 Years (Full-Time)
  • Recognition: Approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI)
  • Affiliation: West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS)
  • Total Seats: 8
  • Eligibility: M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology, Applied Psychology, or an equivalent degree from a recognized university.
  • Minimum Marks Required: 55% for General category and 50% for SC/ST candidates.
  • Upper Age Limit: 40 years as on 31 December 2025.
  • Training Focus: Advanced academic coursework, supervised clinical training, and research in mental health.
  • Career Outcome: Eligible for registration as a Clinical Psychologist with RCI after successful completion of the program.
  • Learning Environment: Intensive, hospital-based training with close supervision by experienced faculty.
• Admission Process and Examination Pattern

  Admission to the M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology programme is conducted through the JEMAS (PG) 2026 entrance examination, organized by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) on behalf of the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS).

  Eligibility to Apply for JEMAS (PG) 2026

  • Applicant must be an Indian citizen.
  • Candidates must have completed their qualifying degree on or before 2025.
  • Candidates completing their degree in 2026 are not eligible to apply.

  Selection Process

  The admission process consists of two stages:

  1. Written Entrance Examination (JEMAS PG 2026)
  2. Personal Interview conducted by WBUHS

  The final merit score is calculated as:

  • 85% weightage to the written examination score
  • 15% weightage to the personal interview score

  Candidates who do not appear for the interview will not be considered for the final merit list.

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  Entrance Examination Details

  Particulars	Details
  Conducting Body	WBJEEB
  Exam Name	JEMAS (PG) 2026
  Exam Mode	Offline (OMR-based)
  Date of Examination	5 July 2026
  Duration	90 Minutes
  Total Questions	100 Multiple Choice Questions
  Marking Scheme	+1 mark for each correct answer
  Negative Marking	No negative marking
  Exam Centre	Kolkata – Salt Lake/New Town Zone

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  Syllabus for M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology

  The entrance test assesses knowledge in the following areas:

  • General Psychology
  • Biological Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Social Psychology
  • Health Psychology
  • Personality Theories
  • Research Methods and Statistics
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Psychotherapy
  • Psychiatry
  • Legal Aspects of Mental Health

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  OMR Answering Instructions

  • Answers must be marked by completely darkening the correct circle on the OMR sheet.
  • Use only a blue or black ballpoint pen.
  • Pencil marks, ticks, crosses, overwriting, erasing, or white ink are not allowed.
  • Once marked, answers cannot be changed.

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  Answer Key and Result Process

  After the examination:

  • Model answer keys are published on the WBJEEB website.
  • Candidates may challenge any answer by paying ₹500 per question.
  • Final answer keys are released after review.
  • OMR images and machine-read responses are made available online.
  • Results are declared based on the final answer key and interview performance.

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  Why This Admission Process Matters

  The two-stage selection process ensures that candidates are evaluated on both:

  • Academic knowledge and conceptual clarity
  • Clinical aptitude, communication skills, and professional suitability

  This helps identify candidates who are best prepared for intensive professional training in clinical psychology.

Important Dates

Application Procedure

Follow these steps to complete the JEMAS (PG) 2026 online application process:

1. Visit the Official Website
   Go to the WBJEEB official website and access the JEMAS (PG) 2026 application portal.
2. Complete Online Registration
   Enter your basic details, including your name, parents’ names, date of birth, domicile, mobile number, and email ID.
3. Fill the Application Form
   Provide your academic qualifications, category details, and other required information carefully.
4. Upload Documents
   Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph and signature according to the prescribed specifications.
5. Pay the Application Fee
   Pay the application fee of ₹3,000 online through the SBI Collect Portal using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or QR Code.
6. Download Confirmation Page
   After successful fee payment, download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
7. Correction Window
   If needed, edit permissible details during the official correction period. Certain details such as name, parents’ names, domicile, and date of birth cannot be changed after registration.
8. Download Admit Card
   Download the admit card from the WBJEEB portal once it is released.
9. Appear for the Entrance Examination
   Take the JEMAS (PG) 2026 examination on the scheduled date.
10. Attend Personal Interview
    Shortlisted candidates for M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology must appear for a personal interview conducted by WBUHS.
11. Check Results and Participate in Counselling
    Final merit is prepared based on the written exam and interview scores, followed by counselling and admission.

Important Instructions

• Submit only one application form.
• Use a valid mobile number and active email ID.
• Keep your application number and password confidential.
• The application fee is non-refundable.
• Qualifying the exam does not guarantee admission; final selection depends on merit and counselling.