GNM Nursing Admission 2025

GNM  is a popular diploma course for individuals aspiring to become nurses. 

1. About GNM?

Full Form: General Nursing and Midwifery

Course Level: Diploma course

Duration: Typically 3 years, followed by a 6-month mandatory internship (total 3.5 years).

Focus: Practical training in various aspects of nursing care, including general healthcare, midwifery, community health, rehabilitation, mental health, and post-trauma care.

2. GNM Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

Passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognized board.

Minimum Marks: Generally a minimum of 40% to 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination. Some institutions may have specific requirements.

Subjects: English is a compulsory subject. While Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) is often preferred, candidates from Arts and Commerce streams are also eligible in many states and institutions.

Candidates who have passed Class 12 with English and a vocational ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife) course recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) or Vocational Stream-Healthcare Science from a recognized CBSE board are also eligible.

Registered ANMs with qualifying marks can also apply.

Age Limit:

Minimum Age: 17 years as of December 31st of the admission year.

Maximum Age: 35 years. (There might be relaxations for certain categories or for Registered ANMs/LHVs).

Medical Fitness: Candidates must be medically fit.

3. GNM Admission Process:

Entrance Exams:

Most GNM admissions are based on state-level entrance exams conducted by the respective State Nursing Councils or health departments.

Some universities or private colleges may conduct their own entrance exams.

Examples of state-level exams include MP Nursing Entrance Exam, UP Nursing Entrance Exam, Delhi CET, Maharashtra Nursing Entrance Exam, Assam GNM Entrance Exam, etc.

Merit-Based Admission: In some cases, especially in government nursing schools or certain states (e.g., Tamil Nadu, Karnataka), admissions might be based solely on the merit of Class 12 board exam marks.

Application Process:

Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet the specific eligibility criteria of the college/state you wish to apply to.

Application Form: Obtain and fill out the application form (often available online on the official website of the conducting body or college).

Documents: Upload necessary documents (10th & 12th mark sheets, birth certificate, address proof, caste certificate if applicable, recent photograph, signature, etc.).

Application Fee: Pay the required application fee (varies by institution/category).

Entrance Exam (if applicable): Appear for the state or institutional entrance exam.

Merit List/Counselling: A merit list will be released based on exam scores or 12th-grade marks. Qualified candidates will participate in counselling for seat allotment.

Reporting: Report to the allotted college for document verification and admission confirmation.

4. Important Dates for GNM Admission 2025-26 :

Application forms for state-level admissions are generally released at different times.

Rajasthan GNM Admission 2025 applications are tentatively expected in October-December 2025.

5. GNM Course Fees:

The fees for GNM vary significantly between government and private colleges.

Generally, it can range from INR 11,000 to INR 7.6 Lakh for the entire course.

Government colleges usually have much lower fees compared to private institutions.

6. Career and job scop after GNM:

GNM graduates have various job opportunities in the healthcare sector.

Job Profiles: Staff Nurse, Community Health Nurse, Midwife, Home Care Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Legal Consulting Nurse, Forensic Nurse, Traveling Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Occupational Health Nurse, Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse, etc.

Employment Areas: Government and private hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, community health centers, educational institutions, rehabilitation centers, old age homes, military nursing services, and industrial health units.

Further Education: GNM graduates can pursue higher education like B.Sc. Nursing (Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing) for advanced roles and career progression.