General Nursing & Midwifery – 3.5-Year Diploma Program
The GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) is a comprehensive 3.5-year diploma nursing program, which includes 3 years of academic and clinical training followed by a 6-month internship. This program is open to both male and female candidates who have completed their 10+2 with Science (PCB) or Arts stream (for select states/boards, as per INC guidelines).
Recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), Bihar State Nursing Council (BSNC), and affiliated to Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS), our GNM program provides students with a thorough grounding in all areas of nursing, making them job-ready for hospitals and healthcare settings across India and internationally.
Upon completion, students register with the State Nursing Council as Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives (RN & RM), qualifying them for staff nurse positions in government and private hospitals, railways, defence services, and more.
| Full Name | General Nursing & Midwifery |
| Duration | 3 Years + 6 Months Internship |
| Eligibility | 10+2 Science/Arts |
| Gender | Male & Female |
| Min. Age | 17 Years |
| Recognised by | INC, BSNC, BUHS |
Staff Nurse positions in AIIMS, Government Hospitals, Bihar Government District Hospitals, Railway Hospitals, and Defence Medical Services.
ICU, OT, Emergency, and General Ward nursing roles in corporate hospitals, nursing homes, and private clinics across India.
GNM qualified nurses can pursue opportunities in Gulf countries (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait) and other international healthcare settings.
Pursue B.Sc Nursing (Post Basic – 2 Years) or M.Sc Nursing after GNM to advance into senior clinical or teaching roles.
Work as community health nurse in NHM projects, Mother & Child Health programs, and public health initiatives at block and district levels.
After post-basic qualification, GNM nurses can serve as nurse educators in nursing schools and colleges, training the next generation.
