Students enrolled in the General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) program, a total 3-year course followed by 6 months of internship, which prepares the students for careers in clinical nursing and midwifery. The course focuses on the topics like anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, pediatric care, mental health nursing, and maternal health, and many more. Students receive both theoretical instructions and hands-on clinical experiences in hospitals, community health settings and maternity clinics.
To be eligible for admission to the GNM program, candidates must complete 10+2 (Higher Secondary) education from a recognized board, in any stream, preferably with English having 50%-60% of marks. Admission is generally based on qualification in class 12, although some states and institutes may conduct entrance exams, interviews or counseling sessions as part of the selection process.
Uttarakhand GNM Admission Eligibility Criteria
The following are the requirements for enrolling in the General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) program:
- The minimum educational requirement with physics, chemistry, biology or any form of stream and English as essential subjects is 10+2.
- The applicant should be between the age of 17 and 35 years.
- Candidates of any gender are welcome to apply.
- Candidates should be Indian citizens.
The eligibility criteria provided may differ according to the colleges.
Uttarakhand GNM Admission Entrance Exams
For getting admission to pursue General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM), candidates need to qualify in the entrance examination as per the college. Some of the state-level, and university-level entrance examinations for taking admission into GNM program as provided below:
State Exams
The state-level entrance exams for taking admission for General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) are given below:
University Exams
The university-level entrance exams for taking admission for General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) are given below:
Uttarakhand GNM Admission process
Most universities have a similar admissions procedure for the students to pursue GNM. In order to enroll in this course, candidates might need to take an admission exam conducted by the university or also consider the state level entrance exam. Candidates might also have to take part in an interview or counselling process after passing the examination. However, many colleges offer admission on merit basis also. For reference, the admission process for pursuing General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) at Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University Dehradun (DBUU Dehradun) is given below.
Step 1: Submission of application - Filling online form
To apply for admission in the Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University (DBUU), students have to complete an online application form available on the admission portal of the university. Candidates are allowed to submit their application before receiving their final exam results for 12th class. When filling the form, they should fill all personal and educational details carefully and select their preferred programs in order of priority. An application fee of INR 1,500 and a separate admission fee of INR 7,000 - Online payment should be made using net banking, credit/debit card, or e-wallet. After successfully submitting the form, the system will generate a unique application number, which serves as a reference to all further communications.
Step 2: Documents uploading
Candidates should upload scanned copies of several documents after submitting the application form to complete the admission process. These include mark sheet, age proof, transfer and migration certificate, character certificate, and class 10, class 12, diploma (if applicable) mark sheets. Other documents such as reservation certificates, sports or NCC/NSS participation certificates, medical fitness certificate, passport-size photographs, and a self-addressed envelope with postage must also be submitted. If the student has taken a gap year, a different certificate is also necessary, explaining the reason.
Step 3: Fee Payment
Once the documents are uploaded, students will have to pay the program fee online through the university fee payment portal. Login credentials for payment are provided after the application submission. Payments can be made through UPI, Debit or Credit Card, or Net Banking, and a small convenience fee can be applied. After successful payment of the fee, the student or guardian will receive an online receipt, which should be printed and placed safely for future reference. Please note that when the transaction is completed online, the amount may take a day or two to reflect in the student's account.
Uttarakhand GNM Admission FAQs
Ques. Can male candidates apply for GNM courses in Uttarakhand?
Ans. Yes, both male and female candidates are eligible to apply, although some seats may be limited to male applicants based on the institution.
Ques. Can candidates get admission in private GNM colleges in Uttarakhand without an entrance examination?
Ans. Most private and government colleges follow the state entrance exam route, but some private institutions can offer direct entry on merit if the seats are vacant.
Ques. What career options are available after completing GNM?
Ans. GNM graduates can work as staff nurses, rights, home healthcare nurses or community health workers in NGOs. They can also pursue BSc nursing through lateral entry.
Ques. Can a candidate apply for GNM in Uttarakhand if he/she is from another state?
Ans. Yes, non-domicile candidates can apply, but the residents of Uttarakhand are given priority. Some seats may be open for candidates from other states.
