Diploma Programme

GNM Haridwar — General Nursing and Midwifery

GNM Haridwar at Divine College of Medical Sciences is a 3-year diploma programme approved by the Indian Nursing Council and Uttarakhand Nurses and Midwives Council, and affiliated to HNB Uttarakhand Medical Education University and Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University.

Duration: 3 Years Seats: 30 INC Approved

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30 Seats

Approved and Affiliated By Indian Nursing Council Uttarakhand Nurses and Midwives Council HNB Uttarakhand Medical Education University Uttarakhand Ayurved University Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University Affiliated Hospitals

Programme Overview

About GNM Haridwar

In India, the nursing profession has been emerging as a lucrative and rewarding career path that offers opportunities for growth and development. With the rising demand for qualified healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, the future scope of GNM General Nursing and Midwifery in India looks very promising.

GNM Nursing opens doors to many future career options across various sectors within the healthcare industry. As the healthcare infrastructure continues to evolve, the demand for skilled nurses is escalating across different domains.

At Divine College of Medical Sciences, the GNM programme equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to deliver high-quality nursing and midwifery care in hospitals, community settings and primary healthcare facilities across Uttarakhand and India.

Who Can Apply

Eligibility Criteria

10 plus 2 with English, minimum 40% marks from any recognised board. Science is preferable.

Candidates from State Open School recognised by State Government and NIOS recognised by Central Government are eligible.

10 plus 2 with English and 40% marks in vocational ANM course from an INC recognised school.

10 plus 2 with English and 40% marks in Vocational Stream Health Care Science from a CBSE recognised board.

Registered ANM with pass marks is also eligible for admission.

Minimum age 17 years, maximum 35 years as on 31st December of the admission year.

3% disability reservation for locomotor disability of 40 to 50 percent of lower extremity.

5% relaxation for SC and ST candidates. Other quotas as per State Government reservation policy.

Student must be medically fit. Admission once per year only.

Career Scope

Career Roles After GNM

Staff Nurse — provides direct patient care to individual patients or groups and is directly accountable to the ward supervisor.

Ward Sister or Nursing Supervisor — in charge of nursing care management of a ward or unit, reporting to the nursing superintendent.

Community Health Nurse — provides services focused on reproductive child health, health awareness and hygiene in community settings.

Nursing Superintendent — accountable to the medical superintendent for safe and efficient management of hospital nursing services.

Teaching in Nursing — clinical instructors, tutors, senior tutors, lecturers and associate professors in nursing education institutions.

Nursing Service Abroad — attractive salaries and promising professional opportunities in foreign countries have led to significant demand for GNM nurses internationally.

Job Roles

What You Can Become After GNM

Staff Nurse Provides direct patient care to individual patients or groups, accountable to the ward supervisor.

Ward Sister and Nursing Supervisor In charge of nursing care management of a ward or unit, reporting to the nursing superintendent.

Departmental Supervisor Accountable to the nursing superintendent for the nursing care management of multiple wards or units.

Deputy Nursing Superintendent Reports to the nursing superintendent and assists with hospital nursing administration.

Community Health Officer Trained for delivering public health and primary healthcare services in community settings.

Community Health Nurse Provides services primarily focused on reproductive child health, health awareness and hygiene.

Industrial Nurse Responsible for first-aid, illness care, health education about industrial hazards and accident prevention.

Military Nurse Military Nursing Services are part of the Indian Army — nurses are commissioned officers with ranks from lieutenant to major general.

Nursing Administration Administrative positions at state and national level including Deputy Director of Nursing and Nursing Advisor to the Government of India.

Specialisations

Types of Nurses in Highest Demand

Registered Nurse A nurse who has completed a nursing programme and obtained a nursing licence from a government-authorised licensing body. Scope of practice determined by legislation and regulated by a professional council.

Licensed Practical Nurse Cares for people who are sick, injured, convalescent or disabled. Works under the supervision of physicians and registered nurses in hospitals and healthcare facilities.

Travel Nurse Nurses who travel to work in temporary nursing positions in hospitals. Arose in response to nursing shortages and provides excellent earning and exposure opportunities.

ICU Registered Nurse Highly specialised and trained to provide nursing care to patients suffering from potentially fatal illnesses. Provides the specialised knowledge and skills required to stabilise patients.

Emergency Room Nurse Cares for patients with trauma, injury or severe medical conditions requiring immediate care. Must stabilise patients and minimise pain as quickly as possible.

Medical Surgical Nurse A nursing specialty that cares for adult patients in a variety of settings — one of the most versatile and widely employed nursing roles in India and abroad.

Telemetry Nurse Monitors patients’ cardiac rhythms using remote electronic signals and responds to changes. Works primarily with heart patients, the elderly and ICU transfers.

Nurse Case Manager Creates and manages the overall long-term healthcare plan for patients suffering from chronic or serious conditions such as diabetes, Alzheimer’s and heart disease.

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Admissions open for session 2026 to 27. 30 seats available. Apply now to secure your place.

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