NIEPID MPhil Rehabilitation Psychology – Advanced Training for Disability Professionals
About the Institute
The National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (Divyangjan), commonly known as NIEPID, is a premier autonomous institution under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India. Located in Manovikas Nagar, Secunderabad, NIEPID is committed to advancing education, rehabilitation, training, and research in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities. With decades of experience and national recognition, it plays a central role in capacity building of professionals across India.
About the Course
The M.Phil. in Rehabilitation Psychology is a two-year postgraduate training programme aimed at developing specialists and master trainers in the domain of disability rehabilitation. It is modeled after reputed institutions such as NIMHANS and the Central Institute of Psychiatry and is distinct from regular M.Phil programs that have been discontinued under NEP 2020. This course emphasizes practical training over research orientation, equipping graduates to serve as clinicians, counselors, and community psychologists in various rehabilitation settings.
Course Content and Functions
The programme includes extensive theoretical instruction and hands-on practical training. Graduates are expected to:
- Conduct screening and early identification of persons with disabilities
- Perform psychological assessments and diagnoses
- Apply psychological interventions in rehabilitation
- Facilitate community integration
- Teach and train others in the field of rehabilitation psychology
- Undertake applied research in disability and rehabilitation
Eligibility
- M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks from a UGC-recognized university
- For SC/ST candidates, a minimum of 50% marks is required
Duration
- Two years, full-time
Intake Capacity
NIEPID MPhil Rehabilitation Psychology Program Only
- 15 seats (including 1 seat for EWS category)
Approximate Fees
- General/OBC: Rs. 1,500 (Application Fee)
- SC/ST/PwD: Rs. 1,100 (Application Fee)
- Late Fee (All Categories): Rs. 200
- Additional fee details (tuition, hostel, etc.) are not specified in the document and can be confirmed from the institute at the time of admission.
Admission Cycle (Approximate)
For the 2025–26 session, the schedule was as follows:
- Application Start Date: 15 May
- Last Date to Apply: 25 June
- With Late Fee: 30 June
- Entrance Exam: 27 July (Tentative)
The cycle is typically repeated each year with similar timelines.
Application Process
Applicants must:
- Fill the application form and attach self-attested copies of:
- PG degree and mark sheet
- SSC/Birth certificate
- Community/disability certificate (if applicable)
- Conduct certificate
- ICR Sheet (mandatory)
- Submit a Demand Draft (DD) drawn in favor of Director, NIEPID payable at Secunderabad/Hyderabad
- Send the complete application by post to:
Contact
For the NIEPID MPhil Rehabilitation Psychology Program
Incharge, Academics
National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (Divyangjan)
Manovikas Nagar, Secunderabad – 500 009, Telangana
Tel: 040-27751741–745 Ext: 246
Email: [email protected] | Website: www.niepid.nic.in
Career Scope
Graduates can serve as:
- Rehabilitation psychologists in hospitals, special schools, NGOs, and disability centres
- Trainers and faculty in rehabilitation institutes
- Researchers and policy advisors in disability programs
- Contributors to inclusive education and mental health initiatives
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