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General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)

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Duration
3.5 Years
(3 Years Academic Study + 6 Months Internship)
Course Type
Diploma
Diploma Programme
Regulatory Body
INC, PNRC
Indian Nursing Council (INC), New Delhi & PNRC guidelines
Core Focus
Patient care
midwifery, community health, and emergency nursing support
Rattan College of Nursing course

INTRODUCTION (GNM)

General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) is a 3.5-year diploma programme designed to prepare students for professional roles as clinical nurses, midwives, and community health workers. The course integrates classroom learning with extensive practical training and a mandatory clinical internship, enabling students to develop strong hands-on healthcare skills in accordance with Indian Nursing Council (INC) and Punjab Nurses Registration Council (PNRC) standards.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

Candidates must be between 17 and 35 years of age at the time of admission.

Education

10+2 passing certificate from Arts or Science backgrounds with a minimum aggregate of 40-45% marks.

Medical Fitness

Candidates must be medically fit to perform nursing duties and are primarily female as per INC/PNRC norms.

Core Curriculum (GNM)

The GNM curriculum is designed to develop strong theoretical knowledge along with advanced clinical skills.

First Year

Foundation & Fundamental Care
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Fundamentals of Nursing
  • Microbiology
  • Psychology
  • First Aid
  • Personal Hygiene

Second Year

Specialization & Practice
  • Medical-Surgical Nursing
  • Pharmacology
  • Pathology
  • Community Health Nursing
  • Nutrition

Third Year

Specialization & Practice
  • Midwifery & Gynecological Nursing
  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Mental Health Nursing
  • Community Health Practice
  • Clinical & Practical Training (INC/PNRC Aligned)
As per INC & PNRC guidelines, students undergo structured clinical exposure in:
  • Medical & Surgical Wards
  • Operation Theatre (OT)
  • Intensive Care Units (ICU)
  • Maternity & Child Health Units
  • Community Health Centres
  • Rural & Urban Health Field Visits
  • Programme Objectives
The GNM programme aims to:
  • Develop competent and compassionate nursing professionals
  • Strengthen clinical decision-making and patient care skills
  • Promote community health awareness and preventive healthcare
  • Instill professional ethics, discipline, and responsibility
  • Prepare students for employment in hospitals and healthcare institutions
  • Professional Outcome
On successful completion, graduates are eligible to register with Punjab Nurses Registration Council (PNRC) and pursue careers as staff nurses, community health nurses, and healthcare providers in both government and private sectors.
“A structured pathway to build skilled, ethical, and compassionate nursing professionals for modern healthcare systems.”
Step by step Guide

Admission
Journey (GNM Nursing)

Admission to the General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) programme is conducted in accordance with the guidelines of the Punjab Nurses Registration Council (PNRC), the Indian Nursing Council (INC), and the Government of Punjab. Admissions are carried out through the centralized online counseling process conducted by PNRC.
  • Note
Admission is subject to the latest notifications, eligibility criteria, counseling schedule, and regulations issued by the Punjab Nurses Registration Council (PNRC), Indian Nursing Council (INC), and the Government of Punjab from time to time.
Online Registration
Eligible candidates must register online through the official PNRC admission portal within the prescribed schedule.
Application Submission
Candidates must complete the online application form, upload the required documents, and pay the prescribed counseling fee.
Merit List
PNRC prepares the merit list based on the prescribed eligibility criteria, qualifying examination marks, and reservation policy.
Online Counseling
Eligible candidates participate in centralized online counseling, where they select their preferred ANM training institutions based on merit and seat availability.
Seat Allotment
Seats are allotted according to merit, reservation policy, candidate preferences, and the availability of seats in recognized nursing institutions.
Document Verification & Fee Submission
Candidates allotted a seat must report to the allotted institution for verification of original documents and payment of the prescribed fee to confirm admission.

Fee Structure

The fee structure for all nursing programmes is prescribed in accordance with the guidelines of Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, the Government of Punjab, and other regulatory authorities. The tuition fee and other applicable charges are subject to revision from time to time as notified by the competent authorities.

Fee Structure Overview

Transparency in academic investments
  • Following BFUHS/PNRC/Govt Norms
Program Name
Governing Body
Duration
Fee Policy
B.Sc Nursing
BFUHS
4 Years
As per Govt. of Punjab Norms
Post Basic Nursing
BFUHS
2 Years
As per Govt. of Punjab Norms
M.Sc Nursing
BFUHS
2 Years
As per Govt. of Punjab Norms
GNM
PNRC
3 Years
As per Govt. of Punjab Norms
ANM
PNRC
2 Years
As per Govt. of Punjab Norms

Examination Pattern
(As per INC Syllabus – BFUHS & PNRC)

The examination system follows the Indian Nursing Council (INC) Competency-Based Curriculum, implemented by BFUHS (for B.Sc, Post Basic B.Sc, M.Sc Nursing) and PNRC (for GNM & ANM).
  • Weightage Breakdown
Theory
75%
Internal
25%
  • Passing Criteria
  • Minimum 50% separately in Theory & Practical
  • Minimum 80% attendance compulsory (PNRC rule)
Note: Practical examinations are assessed separately from theory papers to ensure technical competency. A separate clinical evaluation, carrying 50–75 marks (depending on the subject), is conducted independently of the theory examination.

Internal Assessment (25 Marks)

  • Class Tests / Sessional Exams
05 Marks
Written assessment of subject knowledge
  • Assignments & Projects
03 Marks
Academic writing & subject enrichment
  • Clinical Performance
07 Marks
Practical skills & bedside nursing care
  • Nursing Care Plans
03 Marks
Patient-based clinical documentation
  • Seminars & Presentations
02 Marks
Communication & subject presentation skills
  • Attendance & Discipline
02 Marks
Regularity, punctuality & professional behaviour
  • Log Book / Record Maintenance
05 Marks
Clinical records, procedures & postings documentation

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