About Indian Army B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam
The Indian Army B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam is conducted for admission to the B.Sc Nursing course under the Military Nursing Service (MNS) . It is a prestigious program designed for female candidates who want to combine professional nursing education with a career as an officer in the Indian Army .
The course is offered at Armed Forces Nursing Colleges , including AFMC Pune , and aims to train candidates in general nursing, midwifery, community health, and military healthcare practices . Graduates are commissioned as Lieutenants in the Military Nursing Service after completing their course and required training.
The program emphasizes discipline, leadership, and professional excellence alongside academic and clinical training, preparing candidates to serve in both civilian and military healthcare setups .
Courses Covered
Course Duration Fees Eligibility B.Sc Nursing (Military Nursing Service) 4 years Fully funded by Indian Army (tuition, hostel, uniforms, medical included) Female only; Age 17–25 yrs; 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English; Medically fit; Unmarried
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria Details Gender Female only Age 17–25 years as of 31 December of the admission year Educational Qualification 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English Medical Fitness Must meet Indian Army medical standards Marital Status Unmarried at the time of admission
Exam Pattern
Feature Details Mode Written Test (Offline) Duration 90–120 minutes Question Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Subjects Covered Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, General Knowledge Marking Scheme +1 for correct answers; negative marking may apply
Application Process
Apply online via the Indian Army / AFMC official portal
Fill the application form and upload educational certificates, photograph, and ID proof
Pay application fee if applicable (usually fee-exempt for MNS applicants)
Download admit card from the official portal
Seat Matrix
Seats: Approximately 50–60 seats annually (may vary by year)
Fee Structure
Fully funded by Indian Army : Includes tuition, hostel accommodation, uniforms, medical facilities, and other essential expenses
Selection & Admission Process
Written Exam – Merit-based selectionInterview & Group Discussion – Conducted by Army Selection BoardMedical Examination – Must meet Army medical standardsMerit List & Admission – Based on exam, interview, and medical fitnessTraining & Commissioning – 4-year B.Sc Nursing program with commissioning as Lieutenant in MNS
Important Tips
Focus on Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English fundamentals for the written exam
Improve general awareness and Army-related knowledge
Maintain physical fitness to meet Army medical standards
Keep original certificates and identity proofs ready for verification during selection
Indian Army B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam
Course Duration Fees Eligibility Exam Pattern B.Sc Nursing (Military Nursing Service) 4 years Fully funded by Indian Army (tuition, hostel, uniforms, medical included) Female only; Age 17–25 yrs; 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English; Medically fit; Unmarried Written Exam (MCQs: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, GK); 90–120 mins; +1 per correct, negative marking may apply
