& Midwifery (GNM)
3 Years Diploma Program
in Nursing & Healthcare
About Program
The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course is a three-year diploma program aimed at preparing students for a versatile career in healthcare. This comprehensive program focuses on nursing care, midwifery and community health, equipping students with the skills to provide holistic medical care across various healthcare settings. Through a blend of theoretical learning and practical training, the GNM course builds a strong foundation for those aspiring to make a meaningful impact in patient care and public health.
Course Highlights
Duration: 3 Years
Diploma Program
Clinical Training
Community Healthcare Focus
Eligibility criteria
- Minimum age for admission will be 17 years (as on 31st December of that year). The upper age limit is 35 years. For ANM/LHV, there is no age bar.
- Minimum education eligibility criteria for admission to GNM:
- 10+2 with English and must have obtained a minimum of 40% at the qualifying examination and English individually from any recognized board.
- Candidates are also eligible from State Open School recognized by State Government and National Institute of Open School (NIOS) recognized by Central Government. However Science is preferable.
- 10+2 with English having 40% of marks in vocational ANM course from the school recognized by Indian Nursing Council.
- 10+2 with English having 40% of marks in Vocational Stream — Health Care Science from a recognized CBSE board/State/Centre.
- Registered ANM with pass mark.
For Foreign Nationals
- The entry qualification equivalency i.e., 12th standard will be obtained by Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi. Institution, State Nursing Council will be responsible to ensure that the qualification and eligibility will be equivalent to what has been prescribed as above
Reservation
- For disabled candidates: 3% Disability reservation to be considered with a disability of locomotor to the tune of 40% to 50% of the lower extremity. Other eligibility criteria with regard to age and qualification will be same as prescribed for each nursing programme.
- 5% of total marks is relaxed for SC/ST candidates.
- Any other reservation as per the State Govt.
Note: Reservation shall be applicable within the sanctioned number of seats by INC and not above.
For admission you can log in to Samarth portal. ( www.dhe.goa.gov.in )
List of Documents Required
- Certificate of birth
- Residence certificate
- Certificate of passing in 10th examination
- Certificate of passing in 12th examination
- School leaving certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Medical fitness from recognised Government Institutions
- 4 passport size photos (recent)
Fees structure
1st Year GNM
Rs 60,435/-
2nd Year GNM
Rs 43,345/-
3rd Year GNM
Rs 44,345/-
Fees once deposited will not be refunded.