Current official notices · checked 29 September 2026
GNM admission updates for 2026–27.
GNM admissions are administered through state or institutional processes. There is no single national application form, exam or common closing date. The examples below are verified official sources, not a complete calendar for every state.
| Authority | Current 2026–27 information | Official page |
|---|---|---|
| West Bengal · WBJEEB | ANM(R) & GNM-2026 is the common entrance test for the 2026–27 session. WBJEEB lists Round 3 seat allotment announced, counselling schedule and seat-matrix links. | WBJEEB GNM portal ↗ |
| Uttar Pradesh · ABVMU | ABVMU lists “Entrance for GNM 2026–27” and UPGET 2026 allotment updates, including mop-up activity. Check the newest notice and active counselling status. | ABVMU updates ↗ |
| Indian Nursing Council | INC has 2025–26 / 2026–27 suitability listings and a separate withdrawn-recognition list. Verify the exact institution, course, campus and year. | INC institution lists ↗ |
| INC admission deadline | Notification 19 of 2026, dated 24 September 2026, extends last date of admission for nursing programmes for 2026–27. Read the PDF for exact scope/dates. | INC Notification 19 ↗ |
Understand the qualification before choosing a college
What is the GNM Nursing course?
GNM means General Nursing and Midwifery. It is a diploma-level nursing programme that prepares students through nursing theory, supervised clinical practice and midwifery learning for a range of healthcare settings.
The INC nursing-programme listing states GNM duration as three years. A revised curriculum includes an integrated internship component. Some older syllabi and websites still state three-and-a-half years with a separate six-month internship. For the 2026–27 intake, follow the current INC framework, state prospectus and examining authority’s course scheme—not an outdated generic summary. [1] [2]
| Full form | General Nursing and Midwifery |
| Qualification | Diploma in nursing |
| Duration | Three years under the INC programme listing; verify applicable curriculum/transition rules |
| Selection | State/institution-specific entrance test, merit and/or counselling |
| Registration | After eligible course completion and applicable State Nursing Registration Council process; INC lists GNM as R.N. & R.M. |
Academic qualification, age and medical fitness
GNM eligibility criteria.
INC’s published GNM minimum criteria commonly state 10+2 with English and at least 40% in the qualifying examination and English individually. Eligible State Open School/NIOS and specified vocational pathways are described; science is preferred. Registered ANMs with pass marks are also included in the INC eligibility framework. States/institutions may specify their own implementation, merit, domicile and category rules. [3]
| Requirement | Guidance to verify |
|---|---|
| 10+2 academic route | Recognised 10+2 with English; commonly stated 40% minimum and English individually. Check the exact notified interpretation and any category relaxations. |
| Alternative pathways | INC framework includes recognised open-school/NIOS and specified vocational ANM/health-care pathways; registered ANMs with pass marks may qualify under applicable rules. |
| Age | INC framework commonly states minimum 17 and maximum 35. Confirm cutoff date and current state/institution rules, including any notification or relaxation. |
| Medical fitness | Medical fitness may be required in the format and at the stage specified by the admission authority. |
| Reservation/domicile | Category, domicile, language, open-school equivalence and reservation rules differ by state and seat type. |
Find the correct state route
GNM admission process & entrance exams.
There is no single nationwide GNM entrance examination required by every nursing school. States may hold their own entrance tests, prepare merit lists or conduct centralized counselling. Follow the body named in the active notification.
Check the official notification
Identify the state authority/university and academic session. Confirm that the notice covers GNM, not ANM or another nursing programme.
Confirm eligibility and application dates
Check accepted subjects, marks, English, age cutoff, domicile, category documents and any entrance requirement.
Shortlist currently suitable institutions
Verify INC/state council status, exact campus, approved intake, affiliation and clinical facilities.
Apply and complete selection
Submit the portal form, take the named exam if required and retain the application, payment receipt and admit card.
Attend counselling and document verification
Follow rank/merit, choice filling, allotment, reporting and fee payment timelines.
Join only after written checks
Confirm the course, intake, complete fee schedule, refund terms and registration eligibility before paying.
Verified 2026–27 examples
| Route | Officially verified details | Current check |
|---|---|---|
| West Bengal · WBJEEB | ANM(R) & GNM-2026 common entrance test; three-year GNM for 2026–27; counselling schedule and seat matrix published. | Official page reports Round 3 allotment announced. Check for a newer round/notice. WBJEEB ↗ |
| Uttar Pradesh · UPGET / ABVMU | ABVMU lists a 2026–27 GNM entrance notice and UPGET 2026 seat-allotment updates. | Latest notices and any current mop-up/remaining action are on the official portal. ABVMU ↗ |
Theory, skills and supervised clinical learning
GNM syllabus and curriculum.
The revised INC GNM curriculum is organised across three years with internship integrated. Subject sequencing and clinical hours must be checked in the current curriculum adopted by the examining authority. [2]
| Stage / area | Common subject areas |
|---|---|
| Year 1 foundations | Anatomy & physiology, microbiology, psychology, sociology, nursing foundations, first aid, nutrition, community health nursing, health education and communication. |
| Year 2 nursing care | Medical-surgical nursing, pharmacology-related learning, mental health nursing and child health nursing. |
| Year 3 and integrated internship | Midwifery and gynaecological nursing, community health nursing, nursing education, research, professional trends, administration/ward management and supervised clinical postings. |
| Clinical competencies | Patient assessment, safe basic care, communication, documentation, infection prevention, teamwork and practice within scope and supervision. |
Ask for the current timetable
Get a copy of the 2026–27 syllabus, clinical rotation plan, attendance requirement and examination scheme.
Check clinical access
Ask which parent hospital/community sites students attend, how supervision works and how skills are recorded.
Compare total cost, not just tuition
GNM fees, career options & salary.
GNM fees vary by state, institution and seat type. The original page’s broad fee range is not a verified tariff for every college, so request an itemised written schedule for your cohort. Include tuition, admission/enrolment charges, examination fees, hostel, uniforms, clinical/lab charges, deposits and refund terms.
Hospitals & nursing homes
GNM graduates may pursue nursing roles subject to successful completion, registration and employer criteria.
Community and primary care
Explore community health services and primary-care settings where qualification and hiring rules permit.
Home healthcare
Roles depend on employer requirements, scope of practice and appropriate professional registration.
Further education
Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing may be an option for eligible GNM graduates; check entry, registration and experience rules.
| Career direction | What to verify |
|---|---|
| Staff nurse / ward nurse | Employer qualification, R.N. & R.M. registration, experience and recruitment criteria. |
| Community health nurse | Role description, state hiring conditions and registration requirements. |
| Critical-care or specialist roles | Additional qualification, experience and employer credential requirements may apply. |
| Jobs abroad | Country regulator may require credential assessment, language tests, exams, bridging study or experience. GNM is not automatic overseas licensure. |
Salary is not guaranteed and varies with employer, location, experience, duties, contract, shifts and allowances. Compare current recruitment notices and written offers rather than relying on a single online average.
Examples to research—not a ranking or approval stamp
Explore GNM college options.
The original page names colleges including Parul University, SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Aligarh Muslim University, St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences and Baba Farid University of Health Sciences. The names below are starting points only: course availability, campus, intake, fees and 2026–27 suitability must be checked directly.
Parul University
Vadodara, GujaratConfirm current GNM programme status, approved intake, affiliated/examining authority and complete fees.
SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre
Kattankulathur, Tamil NaduCheck whether the specific GNM course and intake appear in the current official listing and prospectus.
Aligarh Muslim University
Aligarh, Uttar PradeshUse the institution’s current admission bulletin and verify the exact nursing course, eligibility and selection method.
St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences
Bengaluru, KarnatakaConfirm current GNM offering, academic-year suitability and admission process with the institution.
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences
Faridkot, PunjabDistinguish university affiliation/admission role from the specific nursing school and intake being offered.
Search by state and course
All IndiaUse the current INC suitable-institution listing and State Nursing Council records for a verified shortlist.
Open INC institution list ↗Protect your time, money and registration pathway
How to verify a GNM college.
The INC institution directory covers nursing institutions inspected and found suitable for academic years 2025–26 and 2026–27. The Council also posts a withdrawn-recognition list. Always check the exact course and year in both, then confirm with the relevant State Nursing Council and examining authority. [4]
Check current suitability / recognition
Match the legal institution name, exact campus, GNM programme, session and approved intake.
Confirm state recognition and affiliation
Ask which State Nursing Council and examining body govern the programme and examination.
Inspect clinical education arrangements
Review parent hospital, clinical rotations, supervision, skills facilities and student clinical exposure.
Get the complete financial terms
Obtain written course fee, hostel charges, deposits, refund/cancellation rules and annual fee changes.
Confirm registration eligibility
Ask the State Nursing Registration Council how completion of this exact course and intake qualifies for registration.
Before paying
Do not rely on a brochure, agent promise, university-wide NAAC grade or another nursing course’s approval as proof that a specific GNM intake is suitable.
0 of 4 planning checks complete. Ticking boxes is not an admission decision.
Common questions
GNM Nursing FAQs.
What is the full form of GNM?
GNM stands for General Nursing and Midwifery.
How long is the GNM course?
The INC programme listing specifies three years. The revised curriculum integrates internship; older materials may show three-and-a-half years with a separate internship. Follow your current prospectus.
Is NEET required for GNM?
NEET is not a universal GNM admission requirement. Check the state or institutional admission bulletin for its actual entrance/merit process.
Can I apply after Class 10?
GNM normally requires 10+2 or an accepted equivalent pathway. Verify the current INC/state eligibility and accepted qualifications.
Can students from Arts apply?
INC eligibility guidance includes 10+2 with English and specified marks/routes; science is preferred but not a universal requirement. State and institution rules must be checked.
What are the GNM fees in India?
There is no uniform national fee. Compare the written course total, hostel, examinations, deposits and refund conditions for each institution.
Can GNM graduates register as nurses?
After completing an eligible programme, graduates must meet the applicable State Nursing Registration Council requirements. INC lists GNM under R.N. & R.M.; confirm current registration steps locally.
Can I work abroad after GNM?
Every country has its own regulator and may require credential evaluation, language tests, exams, experience or bridging education. Do not assume automatic licensure.
How can I check if a college is approved for 2026–27?
Check the exact institution/programme in INC’s 2025–26 / 2026–27 listings, review any withdrawal list and verify with the State Nursing Council and examining authority.
Choose with current official information.
Confirm eligibility, entrance route, recognition, clinical exposure and total fees before selecting a seat.
Review 2026–27 updates ↑Primary references and review notes
Sources & editorial review.
Page reviewed 29 September 2026. Authority notices and current prospectuses change. Official source links take precedence over third-party summaries.
- Indian Nursing Council — Nursing programmes ↗
Lists GNM as a three-year programme, with R.N. & R.M. as the registration category.
- GNM revised curriculum PDF ↗
Curriculum document describes a three-year programme and integrated internship component. Check current adoption with the competent authority.
- INC — GNM school guidelines and minimum requirements ↗
Contains core GNM admission eligibility and institutional requirements.
- INC — nursing institutions 2025–26 and 2026–27 ↗
Official entry point to suitable-insitution listings and withdrawn-recognition information.
- INC — Special Attention / current notices ↗
Includes the 2026–27 last-admission-date extension notice posted 24 September 2026.
- WBJEEB — ANM(R) & GNM 2026 ↗
Official West Bengal 2026–27 test and counselling updates.
- ABVMU — News & Updates ↗
Official UPGET 2026 GNM admission notice and allotment updates.
This guide is for education planning, not an admission, recognition, registration, medical-fitness or employment decision. No seat, scholarship, job, salary or international licence is guaranteed.
