GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery)

The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) program is a comprehensive 3.5-year diploma course, comprising three years of academic study followed by a six-month mandatory internship. This program is designed to equip students with essential nursing and midwifery skills, preparing them to deliver high-quality care across various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community health centers.
The curriculum encompasses a broad spectrum of subjects such as Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, Psychology, Fundamentals of Nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Child Health Nursing, and Midwifery. This blend of theoretical knowledge and practical training ensures that students develop critical thinking, effective communication, and compassionate patient care skills.
Eligibility for the GNM program typically requires candidates to have completed 10+2 education with a minimum of 40% marks, preferably with a background in Science. Upon successful completion, graduates become Registered Nurses and Midwifery, opening doors to various roles in the healthcare sector and opportunities for further education in nursing.
What Will You Learn?
Nursing Foundations
Anatomy & Physiology
Microbiology
Psychology & Sociology
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Community Health Nursing
curriculum
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Microbiology
- Psychology
- Sociology
- First Aid
- Community Health Nursing – I
- English
- Medical-Surgical Nursing I (including Pharmacology)
- Medical-Surgical Nursing II (Specialties)
- Mental Health Nursing (Psychiatric Nursing)
- Child Health Nursing (Pediatric Nursing)
- Midwifery and Gynecological Nursing
- Community Health Nursing II
CAREER PATH
Community Health Nurse
Home Nurse or Home Care Provider
School Health Nurse
Ward In-charge or Nursing Supervisor
Nurse in Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and rural health missions
Jobs in NGOs and health-related social service organizations
Industrial or Occupational Health Nurse
Military or Railway Nurse (after qualifying respective exams)
Further studies: Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing
Teaching roles after higher education