Post Basic BSc Nursing ( Upgradationl Undergraduate Degree in Nursing )

Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing is a two-year undergraduate program designed for registered nurses who have completed the General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course. Approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), the program aims to upgrade the knowledge and skills of diploma-holding nurses, preparing them for advanced roles in the healthcare system. The curriculum covers key subjects such as nursing foundations, medical-surgical nursing, mental health nursing, community health nursing, and nursing research and statistics. To be eligible, candidates must have completed GNM, be registered with a State Nursing Council, and have passed 10+2 in any stream (as per university norms). Graduates of Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing can work in hospitals, community health services, educational institutions, or pursue higher studies such as M.Sc. Nursing or healthcare management. This program serves as a vital pathway for professional development and career advancement in the field of nursing.
What Will You Learn?
Nursing Foundation
Nutrition & Dietetics
Biochemistry & Biophysics
Psychology
Microbiology
Maternal Nursing (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)
Medical-Surgical Nursing
CURRICULUM
- Nursing Foundation
- Nutrition & Dietetics
- Biochemistry & Biophysics
- Psychology
- Microbiology
- Maternal Nursing
- Medical & Surgical Nursing
- English (Qualifying only)
- Sociology
- Community Health Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing (Psychiatric Nursing)
- Introduction to Nursing Education
- Introduction to Nursing Administration
- Introduction to Nursing Research and Statistics
CAREER PATH
Nursing Officer in government hospitals (through competitive exams)
Community Health Nurse
Public Health Nurse
School Health Nurse
Nursing Supervisor / Ward In-charge / Matron
Clinical Instructor in nursing training centers
Nurse Educator in nursing colleges (after experience or M.Sc. Nursing)
Occupational Health Nurse in industries or corporate sectors
Health Program Coordinator in NGOs and public health projects
Pursue Higher Studies:
M.Sc. Nursing (with specializations)
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Master of Hospital Administration (MHA)
Job Opportunities Abroad after clearing exams like NCLEX, HAAD, DHA, etc.