GNM - Diploma Course

General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) is a diploma-level program that prepares students to become skilled and compassionate nursing professionals. It is one of the most respected and popular nursing courses in India, offering extensive training in patient care, hospital management, and midwifery practices.

Course Overview

• Course Name: General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)
• Level: Diploma
• Duration: 3 years + 6 months internship
• Affiliation: Indian Nursing Council (INC), State Nursing Councils

Eligibility Criteria

• 10+2 with Science (PCB) or Arts with English
• Minimum 40%–50% aggregate marks (varies by institution)
• Age: 17 to 35 years
• Medically fit (health certificate may be required)

Syllabus Highlights

• Anatomy & Physiology
• Microbiology
• Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Psychology & Sociology
• Community Health Nursing
• Child Health Nursing
• Midwifery and Gynecology
• Pharmacology
• First Aid & Nutrition
• Nursing Research & Statistics (basic)

Practical Training

Students undergo extensive clinical training in hospitals and community healthcare settings. A 6-month internship is mandatory, where they learn real-world nursing, midwifery care, surgical assistance, patient communication, and emergency response.

Career Opportunities

Job Roles:

• Staff Nurse
• Operation Theatre Nurse
• Midwife
• Home Health Nurse
• ICU Nurse
• Community Health Worker
• School Health Nurse

Employment Areas:

• Government and Private Hospitals
• Clinics and Health Departments
• Nursing Homes and Old Age Homes
• NGOs and Public Health Projects
• Armed Forces and Industrial Medical Units

Higher Study Options

• B.Sc Nursing (Post Basic)
• M.Sc Nursing (after graduation)
• Diploma in Critical Care Nursing
• Specialized Nursing Diplomas (Pediatric, Cardiac, Psychiatric, etc.)

Fee Structure & Salary

• Course Fee: ₹20,000 to ₹1,00,000 per year (varies by institute)
• Starting Salary: ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month
• With experience: ₹30,000 to ₹60,000/month or more in private or international hospitals

Top Institutes Offering GNM in India

• AIIMS (selected branches)
• Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore
• Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
• Lady Hardinge Medical College, Delhi
• State Nursing Colleges and Hospitals