Post B.sc. Nursing - Graduation Course

Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing is a 2-year undergraduate degree program designed for students who have already completed a Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM). This course provides advanced knowledge in nursing, healthcare delivery, and research, helping students become professional nurses, educators, and healthcare managers.

Course Overview

• Course Name: Post Basic Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Level: Undergraduate (Graduation – Degree)
• Duration: 2 years
• Recognition: Indian Nursing Council (INC), State Nursing Councils, UGC

Eligibility Criteria

• Completed GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) diploma
• Registered Nurse (RN/RM) with any State Nursing Registration Council
• Passed 10+2 (any stream, preferably Science)
• Medically fit

Course Curriculum / Subjects

• Nursing Foundation
• Nutrition & Dietetics
• Psychology & Sociology
• Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Community Health Nursing
• Child Health Nursing
• Mental Health Nursing
• Midwifery and Obstetric Nursing
• Introduction to Nursing Research and Statistics
• Nursing Education & Administration

Practical Training

Students undergo clinical training in hospitals, nursing homes, and community health settings. They receive hands-on experience in patient care, ward management, community service, and advanced nursing practices.

Career Opportunities

Job Roles:

• Staff Nurse
• Clinical Instructor
• Nursing Supervisor
• Community Health Officer
• School Health Nurse
• Nursing Tutor or Faculty

Employment Areas:

• Government & Private Hospitals
• Nursing Colleges and Institutes
• Community Health Centers
• Public Health Missions
• Military and Paramilitary Forces
• NGOs and International Health Organizations

Higher Study Options

• M.Sc. Nursing (specialized branches: Medical-Surgical, Pediatric, Psychiatric, etc.)
• MBA in Hospital Management
• Post Graduate Diploma in Public Health
• Ph.D. in Nursing

Fees and Salary

• Course Fee: ₹30,000 to ₹1,50,000 per year (varies by institution)
• Starting Salary: ₹18,000 to ₹30,000/month
• With experience: ₹40,000–₹70,000/month
• Opportunities to work abroad after qualifying licensing exams (NCLEX, DHA, HAAD, etc.)

Top Colleges in India Offering Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing

• AIIMS (selected branches)
• Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore
• PGIMER, Chandigarh
• Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
• Lady Hardinge Medical College, Delhi
• Government & Private Nursing Colleges approved by INC