DNB Psychiatry

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DNB Psychiatry Programme at Antara Psychiatric Hospital

With a legacy in mental health care since 1971, Antara Psychiatric Hospital is among Eastern India’s largest and most comprehensive holistic psychiatric facilities, committed to compassionate, ethical, and evidence-based mental health services.

The DNB Psychiatry Programme at Antara offers structured postgraduate training in Psychiatry under the National Board of Examinations (NBE), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. The programme is designed to develop competent psychiatrists through rigorous clinical exposure, academic training, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

The training follows the Bio-Psycho-Social Model of Care, ensuring balanced exposure to biological treatments, psychological therapies, and social rehabilitation. Residents are trained to deliver patient-centred, ethical, and integrated mental health care across diverse clinical settings.

Type

Full-Time

Duration

3 Year Course

Admissions

Through NBE Counselling

Those interested may simply contact the number shared below:
+91 98741 73777

Introduction To DNB Psychiatry Programme

Key Program Details

3

Year

6

Semesters

1

Number of Seats

Duration: 3 years (Full-time, Residential)
Number of Seats: 1 (as approved by NBE) | Post-Diploma DNB | DNB after MBBS
Eligibility: MBBS degree recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), completion of compulsory internship, and valid NEET-PG qualification
Admission Process: Through centralized counselling conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE)
Stipend: As per NBE and institutional norms
Fees: Nominal, as per NBE-approved fee structure (details available from the Academic Office)
Hospital Strength: 200-bedded psychiatric hospital with an average daily OPD of approximately 150 patients

Key Highlights of Antara's DNB Psychiatry Programme

What does this course have to offer?

Academic and Research Environment

Structured research guidance, thesis supervision, and publication support
Regular academic workshops and training sessions in psychotherapy, ECT, addiction psychiatry, and community mental health
Access to a well-equipped library with psychiatry journals, e-resources, and dedicated study spaces
Learning support from a multidisciplinary academic team, including psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, psychiatric social workers, and occupational therapists
Consultant Neurologist available for integrated neuro-psychiatric care and teaching

Clinical Exposure and Facilities

DNB residents receive extensive and hands-on clinical training through:

Comprehensive Inpatient and Outpatient Psychiatry Services with 24×7 Psychiatric Emergency Care
Day Care Treatment and Rehabilitation Programmes
Satellite OPD Clinics and Community Mental Health Services
Specialized Clinics in:
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Addiction Psychiatry
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- Women’s Mental Health
Advanced Neuro-stimulation facilities, including rTMS, for treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions
Structured Rehabilitation Programmes focusing on life-skills development, vocational training, and social reintegration

Residential and Campus Facilities

Secure on-campus residential accommodation for DNB residents
24-hour medical and security support
A serene, green campus environment conducive to learning and wellbeing
Full access to hospital amenities, academic infrastructure, and library resources within Antara campus

Unispeciality and Holistic Advantage

As a unispeciality psychiatric hospital, Antara offers focused, high-volume clinical exposure across the full spectrum of mental health disorders. The institution’s holistic treatment philosophy integrates medical, psychological, and social dimensions of care—preparing residents to become empathetic, clinically competent, and well-rounded mental health professionals.

Admission Procedure

Through centralized counselling conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE)

Course Fees

Nominal, as per NBE-approved fee structure (details available from the Academic Office)

Need to know more?

Get to know the DNB Psychiatry Programme in depth by downloading the course prospectus.