General Nursing & Midwifery
Course Code
Start Date
1 August 2011
Study Location
NGI
Qualification
10+2
Department
Department of Nursing
Duration
3 Years
Course Overview
The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course is a comprehensive diploma program designed to train students in the field of nursing and midwifery. The course duration is typically three years.
The curriculum includes theoretical learning, practical training, and hands-on clinical experience. Students are trained in subjects such as anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, nursing fundamentals, and midwifery.
The program prepares students to work as skilled and compassionate nurses capable of providing quality healthcare services, assisting in medical procedures, and supporting patients and families during illness and childbirth.
GNM graduates play a vital role in the healthcare system by contributing to patient care and improving overall community health outcomes.
Admission Eligibility
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 with English as a compulsory subject and a minimum of 40% marks in aggregate from a recognized board.
- For Vocational ANM courses, candidates must have passed 10+2 with English as a compulsory subject and a minimum of 40% marks from a school recognized by the Indian Nursing Council.
- For Vocational Stream – Health Care Science from a recognized CBSE board/centre, candidates must have passed 10+2 with English as a compulsory subject and a minimum of 40% marks in aggregate.
- Minimum age for admission is 17 years and maximum age is 30 years as on 31st December of the admission year.
- Candidates must have cleared the Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU).
Job opportunities for GNM Nursing students:
- Hospital or Clinic Nurse
- Legal Nurse Consultant
- Forensic Nurse
- Community Health Nurse
- Home Care Nurse
- Nursing Assistant
GNM graduates can find employment in both government and private sectors, including government hospitals, multispecialty hospitals, nursing homes, old age homes, orphanages, and armed forces.
Modules
The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) diploma is a three‑year program followed by a six‑month internship, designed to train students in essential nursing and midwifery skills.
Fees and funding
| Category | Income Limit | Max Reimbursement |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / Minority | ₹ 2.0 LPA | ₹ 50,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹ 2.5 LPA | ₹ 84,930 |
Mandatory Requirements: Eligibility 60% in last qualifying examination | Min. 75% attendance | Valid JEE Mains/CUET qualification | Documents: Income, Caste, Domicile (Tehsildar issued)
| Category | Income Limit | Max Reimbursement |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / Minority / SC / ST | ₹ 2.0 LPA | ₹ 14,775 |
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