Nursing courses: ANM, GNM, B.Sc., Post-Basic and M.Sc.
A plain map of the nursing education routes in India and what each one lets you do next.
Not yet verified against the official source. Treat this as a starting point and confirm every detail on the official site below.
Who this is for
Students after Class 10 or 12, and nurses planning to upgrade.
Steps
- 1ANM and GNM are diploma routes. B.Sc. nursing is a degree. Post-Basic B.Sc. is for GNM nurses who want a degree.
- 2M.Sc. nursing opens teaching, specialist and leadership roles.
- 3Check that the college is recognised by INC and the state council, and that the state allows admission through its counselling or exam.
- 4Read admission notices from your state government or university for the entrance route and last date.
Common mistakes
- Paying a college before checking INC and state recognition.
- Choosing a course without checking whether the jobs you want ask for the degree.