The Government Medical College (GMC), Srinagar, is a well-known mental health, teaching, and research institution. It is affiliated with Kashmir University, and the Clinical Psychology Programs offered by them are recognized by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), meeting the regulatory requirements for professional training in clinical psychology.

Psychology Programs Offered by GMC Srinagar

GMC Srinagar offers the following programs in clinical psychology:

• MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) (formerly MPhil Clinical Psychology)

The Rehabilitation Council of India recognizes the MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) Program at GMC Srinagar.

MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) (formerly MPhil Clinical Psychology)

The MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) (formerly MPhil Clinical Psychology) program at GMC, Srinagar, includes supervised clinical training, assessment, and therapeutic intervention. Successful completion of the program makes graduates eligible for an RCI license to practice as clinical psychologists in India.

Course Duration and Number of Seats for MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) at GMC Srinagar

The number of seats available and the duration of the MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) program are as follows:

• Duration of the Program: 2 Years
• Total Seats: 08

Eligibility Criteria for MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) at GMC Srinagar

Candidates applying for the MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) program at Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Applicants must have either a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a 3-year Bachelor’s + 1-year Master’s in Psychology/Clinical Psychology/Applied Psychology or other relevant specializations for admission into the course, from a UGC-recognized university.
• Minimum Marks
  • General/UR: 55% aggregate
  • SC/ST: 50% aggregate
• Mode of Study
  • Full-time; On-campus

Method of Selection for MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) at GMC Srinagar

Admission to the MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) program at GMC Srinagar is conducted through an entrance-based selection process administered by the University of Kashmir.

The selection process consists of the following stages:

• Entrance Test: Candidates must first appear for a written entrance examination.
• Shortlisting for Viva-Voce: Only those who secure the minimum qualifying marks in the entrance test are eligible for the next stage.
• Viva-Voce (Interview): Shortlisted candidates are assessed for their subject knowledge, aptitude, and suitability for clinical training.
• Final Merit List: The final selection is based on a combined score of the entrance test, viva-voce, and performance in the qualifying psychology degree.

The University of Kashmir releases the final list of selected candidates on its official website.

Exam Pattern for MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) at GMC Srinagar

The entrance test for the MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) program is designed to assess candidates’ knowledge in psychology through an objective format.

• Mode of Exam: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Total Marks: 70 marks
• Qualifying Criteria: Candidates must secure at least 55% marks to be eligible for the viva-voce stage

Additional Assessment Components

• Viva-Voce:
  • Marks: 20
  • Conducted for candidates who qualify for the entrance test
  • Evaluates subject understanding and clinical aptitude
• Weightage for Qualifying Examination:
  • Marks: 10
  • Based on performance in BA/BSc or MA/MSc Psychology

Final Merit Breakdown

The final merit is calculated out of 100 marks, distributed as follows:

• Entrance Test: 70 marks
• Viva-Voce: 20 marks
• Qualifying Examination: 10 marks

Application Process for MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) at GMC Srinagar

• Candidates must fill out the online application form.
• Application Fee: Rs 900 (non-refundable)
• Candidates must pay the fee through online mode only.

Important Dates for MA Clinical Psychology (RCI)

• Last Date to Submit the Application Form: February
• Date of Entrance Exam: February

NOTE: The dates mentioned above are tentative & subject to change.

Recommended Books to Prepare for MA Clinical Psychology

Students preparing for the MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) entrance exam at GMC, Srinagar, may find the following books helpful in their preparation. These texts cover core areas such as psychopathology, assessment, research methodology, statistics, and clinical theories.

• Introduction to Psychology (8th-10th Edition): Rita Atkinson and Hilgard
• Social Psychology: Baron Robert
• Human Development: Papalia and Sally Olds
• Cognitive Psychology: Robinson-Riegler / Sternberg and Sternberg
• Statistics: Quinn McNemar / Minium
• Biopsychology: Arvind Otta
• Research Method: James Goodwin / Lewin & Fox / A. K. Singh
• Psychological Testing: Ronald Jay Cohen and Mark E. Swerdlik
• Abnormal Psychology: Sarason and Sarason / R. Comerc
• Clinical Psychology: Alan Carr / Hecker and Geoffrey
• Psychology Question Bank: Arvind Otta

Given the limited seats and competitive nature of the entrance, early and structured preparation is strongly recommended.

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Need More Help?

For more details about the program or information about different psychology entrance examinations, you can contact us at UPS Education using the details below:

Contact no: +91-9990717772

Website: upseducation.in

Sample Questions for MA Clinical Psychology (RCI) Entrance Exam

1. In the case of human development, the strongest evidence for the critical period hypothesis is found in:
A. Imprinting
B. Language acquisition
C. Embryonic development
D. Development of vocational interests

2. Distress tolerance is a major treatment modality in which of the following therapy?
A. Behaviour therapy
B. Dialectical Behaviour therapy
C. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
D. Psychodynamic therapy

3. Primacy-recency effect was first observed by whom?
A. McCray and Hunter
B. Ebbinghaus
C. Craik and Lockhart
D. Baddeley and Hitch

4. Which illness is known as the common cold of psychiatry?
A. Schizophrenia
B. Depression
C. Obsessive-compulsive disorder
D. Hysteria

5. Who developed the Filter-attenuation theory?
A. Broadbent
B. Triesman
C. Johnston
D. Heinz

6. The research findings indicate that job satisfaction and performance usually have:
A. Weak negative correlation
B. No correlation
C. Weak positive correlation
D. Strong positive correlation

7. Who gave the important concept of ‘identity crisis’ in adolescents?
A. Bowlby
B. Melanie Klein
C. Eric Erikson
D. Eric Berne

8. Habit weakening through the elimination of any reward is called:
A. Negative reinforcement
B. Extinction
C. Reciprocal inhibition
D. Flooding

9. Which of the following illnesses caused by long-term abuse of alcohol often involves profound retrograde amnesia?
A. Alzheimer’s disease
B. Parkinson’s disease
C. Huntington’s disease
D. Korsakoff’s psychosis

10. Who gave the concept of ‘Folk psychology’?
A. Wilhelm Maximilian Wundt
B. Sigmund Freud
C. Ivan Pavlov
D. Wilhelm Roentgen

References

Education, U. (2026, February 20). GMC Srinagar MPHil Clinical Psychology Admissions 2025. Best Psychology Coaching. https://www.bestpsychologycoaching.com/news/gmc-srinagar-mphil-clinical-psychology-admission-2025/