GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) Course – Complete Guide

Course Overview

The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course is a diploma-level program in nursing that trains students to provide comprehensive patient care, maternal and child health services, and community healthcare. It prepares students for careers as professional nurses in hospitals, clinics, and community health centers.

• Course Type: Diploma / Professional Nursing Program
• Duration: 3 years (includes internship and clinical training)
• Mode: Regular (Classroom + Practical Training)

Eligibility Criteria

• Education: 10+2 (Class 12) in Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) preferred; Arts or Commerce stream may be accepted by some institutes
• Minimum Marks: Typically 40–50% aggregate
• Age Limit: 17–35 years (varies by institute/state)
• Medical Fitness: Medically fit, no communicable diseases

Course Fees

• Government Colleges: Approximately ₹10,000–₹30,000 per year
• Private Colleges: Approximately ₹50,000–₹1,00,000+ per year
• Note: Fees may vary depending on the institution and state regulations

Course Syllabus / Subjects

GNM syllabus is designed to provide theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and community exposure.

Theory Subjects

1. Anatomy and Physiology
2. Microbiology
3. Nutrition
4. Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
5. Fundamentals of Nursing / Nursing Foundation
6. Medical-Surgical Nursing
7. Child Health Nursing / Pediatrics
8. Mental Health Nursing / Psychiatric Nursing
9. Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing
10. Community Health Nursing
11. Health Education and Communication Skills
12. Environmental Hygiene and Public Health

Practical / Clinical Training

• Nursing skills laboratory
• Hospital clinical postings
• Emergency and first aid training
• Community health field visits
• Internship included in final year

Practical Training / Labs

1. Nursing Skills Lab – Training in patient care, injections, wound dressing, vital monitoring
2. Medical-Surgical Lab – Practical exposure to medical and surgical procedures
3. Midwifery & Obstetrics Lab – Maternal and newborn care practice
4. Community Health Lab – Health surveys, campaigns, and outreach programs
5. Emergency / First Aid Lab – CPR, trauma care, and emergency management

Career Opportunities

After completing GNM, graduates can pursue a wide range of roles in healthcare:

1. Staff Nurse in hospitals, clinics, or private institutions
2. Community Health Nurse or Health Worker
3. Midwife / Maternal and Child Care Nurse
4. Home Care Nurse
5. Emergency Room / ICU Nurse
6. Nursing Tutor / Instructor (after experience or higher studies)

Higher Studies Options:

• Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing (after GNM)
• Specialized Diplomas or Certificates in areas such as ICU, Neonatal Nursing, or Psychiatric Nursing

Approved By

• Indian Nursing Council (INC) – national-level regulatory authority for nursing education
• State Nursing Councils – approval for individual institutes

Top 20 Colleges / Institutes Offering M.Sc Nursing in India

#	College Name	Location (City, State)	Type
1	Christian Medical College (CMC)	Vellore, Tamil Nadu	Government / Private-Charitable
2	Tata Main Hospital School of Nursing	Jamshedpur, Jharkhand	Private
3	GMCH School of Nursing	Chandigarh	Government
4	St. John’s Medical College – College of Nursing	Bangalore, Karnataka	Private
5	All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)	Delhi	Government
6	PGIMER College of Nursing	Chandigarh	Government
7	Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) School of Nursing	Pune, Maharashtra	Government / Defence
8	Madras Medical College – School of Nursing	Chennai, Tamil Nadu	Government
9	Aligarh Muslim University – School of Nursing	Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh	Government
10	Jamia Hamdard University – School of Nursing	New Delhi	Private / Deemed
11	Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences – Nursing School	Maharashtra	Government
12	JIPMER School of Nursing	Puducherry	Government
13	Royal Professional College – School of Nursing	Ranchi, Jharkhand	Private
14	Holy Family College of Nursing	Mumbai, Maharashtra	Government / Aided
15	SDM College of Nursing	Dharwad, Karnataka	Private
16	SGT University – School of Nursing	Gurgaon, Haryana	Private
17	Parul University – College of Nursing	Vadodara, Gujarat	Private
18	NIMS University – Nursing College	Jaipur, Rajasthan	Private
19	SHUATS – School of Nursing	Allahabad (Prayagraj), Uttar Pradesh	Government / University
20	Teerthanker Mahaveer University – College of Nursing	Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh	Private

Note: This is a representative list; each state has several GNM colleges approved by INC and respective State Nursing Councils.

Salary / Pay Scale

• Entry-level GNM nurse: ₹15,000–₹25,000 per month
• Experienced nurses / hospital staff: ₹30,000–₹50,000 per month
• Specialized roles or higher education can increase salary significantly

Admission Process

1. Check eligibility and admission guidelines on the college website
2. Fill application form online or offline
3. Submit academic documents and medical certificate
4. Appear for entrance test or merit-based selection (if applicable)
5. Complete admission formalities and pay fees