GENERAL NURSING AND MIDWIFERY

General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) is a diploma-level nursing program that prepares students to provide comprehensive patient care, clinical nursing services, and maternal–child healthcare in hospitals and community health settings.

Eligibility

10+2 Passed

Duration

3

Short Name

General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)

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About General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)

GNM focuses on developing professional nursing competencies, clinical skills, and ethical healthcare practices. The program integrates theoretical instruction, hands-on clinical training, and supervised internships across medical, surgical, pediatric, and maternity units.

Key learning areas include:

  • Medical–Surgical Nursing
  • Community Health Nursing
  • Midwifery & Gynecological Nursing
  • Child Health Nursing
  • Mental Health (Psychiatric) Nursing
  • Nutrition & Dietetics
  • Anatomy, Physiology & Microbiology
  • First Aid & Emergency Care
  • Professional Ethics & Nursing Administration

The course is regulated by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) / State Nursing Councils.

GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) Course Details

ParticularsGNM Course Details
GNM Degree NameGeneral Nursing and Midwifery
GNM Degree TypeDiploma
GNM Course Duration3 years + 6-month internship
GNM Eligibility CriteriaCompleted 10+2 (Science stream with Biology) from a recognized board with at least 40 percent marks
GNM Education ModeFull-Time
GNM CollegesIndira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education (AIHE), Christian Medical College (CMC), Chandigarh University (CU)
GNM SalaryINR 2.7 LPA
GNM RecruitersApollo Hospitals, Max Healthcare, Narayana Health, KIMS Hospital, Medanta The Medicity
GNM Entrance ExamsMaharashtra GNM CET, WB ANM-GNM CET, Bihar GNM, Telangana GNM
GNM Top Job ProfilesStaff Nurse, Community Health Nurse, Home Care Nurse, ICU Nurse
NoteThis information is sourced from the official website and may vary.

Key Highlights

  • Recognized professional nursing diploma
  • Extensive clinical & hospital exposure
  • High demand in India & abroad
  • Strong foundation for advanced nursing education

Eligibility/Duration

Eligibility

  • Minimum Qualification: 10+2 (Any Stream)
  • Preferred Stream: Science with Biology
  • Minimum Age: 17 years
  • Admission Basis: Merit or entrance exam (as per state norms)

Duration

  • Course Duration: 3 Years + 6 Months Internship
  • Includes theory, clinical training, and compulsory internship

Program Fees

Admission Fees2000 One Time
Exam Fees2500 Per Semester
University FeesDepend On University

Admission Procedure

Course’s Specialization / Training Areas

Training AreaFocus
Medical–Surgical NursingAdult patient care
Community Health NursingRural & urban healthcare
MidwiferyMaternal & newborn care
Child Health NursingPediatric care
Mental Health NursingPsychiatric patient care
Emergency & Trauma CareCritical care & first aid
Nursing AdministrationWard & staff management
Nutrition & DieteticsPatient nutrition planning

Worth It?

Worth It: General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)

Key FeatureWhy It’s Worth It
Comprehensive Nursing TrainingCovers all major healthcare areas
High EmployabilityImmediate job opportunities
Global DemandNursing roles worldwide
Career ProgressionPathway to B.Sc & M.Sc Nursing
Job SecurityContinuous healthcare demand

Carrier Scope

Job RolesEmployment Areas
Staff NurseGovernment & Private Hospitals
Community Health NursePHCs, CHCs
MidwifeMaternity Hospitals
Nursing Tutor (with experience)Nursing Institutes
Home Care NurseHome Healthcare Agencies
NGO Health WorkerPublic Health Projects

Higher Study Options:

  • B.Sc Nursing (Post Basic)
  • M.Sc Nursing
  • Public Health & Specialized Nursing Courses

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