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Overview
What is GNM?
GNM is a three-year diploma that trains you in general nursing and midwifery. It is a practical, faster route into the nursing profession compared with B.Sc Nursing.
GNM nurses work across hospitals, clinics, and maternity care, and can later upgrade to B.Sc Nursing (post-basic).
What you will study
Core subjects
The curriculum varies by university, but most GNM programmes cover these areas.
Anatomy & PhysiologyFundamentals of NursingMidwiferyCommunity HealthMedical-Surgical NursingClinical Training
Popular specializations
Where you can focus
You can usually specialise in one of these directions.
MidwiferyCommunity HealthGeneral Nursing
Eligibility & entrance
Who can apply, and how.
Eligibility
A Class 12 pass from a recognised board, science preferred (some states allow any stream), usually with at least 40% to 50% marks and a minimum age of 17. Admission is by state entrance or merit.
Common entrance exams
Depending on the college, admission may use one of these.
State nursing entrance / meritCollege-level admission
Admission process
From application to admitted, step by step.
1
Apply / entrance
Register for the state nursing entrance or merit admission.
2
Counseling
Choose colleges by rank or marks.
3
Allotment
Get your seat.
4
Admission
Complete documents, medical check, and fee.
Career scope
Where GNM can take you.
Roles you can target after the course. Actual outcomes depend on your college, skills, and effort.
Staff Nurse
Midwife
Clinic Nurse
Community Health Worker
Home Care Nurse
Salary outlook
Rs. 2.5 to 5 LPA; government posts pay more
Hiring sectors
HospitalsMaternity & Child CareClinicsCommunity Health Centres
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