Indian Psychiatric Society
| Abbreviation | IPS |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | Indian Division of Royal Medico Psychological Association |
| Formation | January 7, 1947 |
| Type | Professional Association |
Professional title | Psychiatrist |
| Headquarters | Gurgaon, Haryana, India |
Region served | India |
| Services | Promote Mental Health |
| Fields | |
President | Dr Savita Malhotra |
Vice President | Dr T.S.S. Rao |
Gen Secretary | Dr Amrit Pattojoshi |
Treasurer | Dr M. Aleem Siddiqui |
Main organ | Indian Journal of Psychiatry |
| Affiliations | World Psychiatric Association, World Federation for Mental Health |
| Website | Official website |
The Indian Psychiatric Society (IPS) is the oldest professional association of psychiatrists in India. Founded during the 34th Indian Science Congress, IPS replaced the Indian division of the Royal Medico-Psychological Association.
Dr Savita Malhotra from Chandigarh is the current President of the Indian Psychiatric Society.
Dr Amrit Pattojoshi from Bhubaneswar, Odisha is the Hon. General Secretary.