Nursing Education

With the growth of medical facilities in India, the demand for healthcare experts has ballooned. As a result, a growing number of students are pursuing medical degrees. Nursing is one of India’s most popular medical and health-care professions.

Types of nursing courses in india

There are majorly 3 types of nursing courses in India

  • Sc. Nursing
  • Sc. (hons) Nursing
  • Post basic B.Sc. Nursing
  • Bachelor’s of science in nursing
  • A.N.M
  • G.N.M
  • Advance diploma in Ophthalmic care management
  • Diploma in home nursing
  • Diploma in emergency and trauma care technician
  • Diploma in nursing administration
  • Diploma in neuro nursing
  • Diploma in Health assistance
  • Certificate in Ayurvedic nursing
  • Certificate in home nursing
  • Certificate in maternal and child health care
  • Certificate in care waste management
  • Certificate in primary nursing management

Eligibility Criteria For Nursing

For some graduate Diploma nursing courses, candidates who have passed Class 10th are eligible

In order to get admission in B.Sc. nursing, candidates who have passed Class 12th with biology as a compulsory subject are eligible

For most nursing colleges in India, you will be required to appear in an entrance exam

The exam could be institute-level, state-level or national-level

Job Opportunities

Nursing is a thriving profession in India. A nursing graduate can find work in a variety of settings, including government hospitals, nursing homes, sanatoriums, and clinics. After completing a nursing programme, you will have a plethora of options. If you work in a good company, you may be able to earn up to INR 80,000 at the start of your career. Your earnings will rise as you gain experience in the area.

  • Staff Nurse
  • Nursing Service Administrators
  • Assistant Nursing Superintendent
  • Industrial Nurse
  • Department Supervisor
  • Nursing Supervisor or Ward Sister
  • Nursing Superintendent
  • Community Health Nurse (CHN)
  • Director of Nursing
  • Military Nurse
  • Deputy Nursing Superintendent
  • Teacher of Nursing

Overview

Basic Eligibility

10th pass for diploma courses and 12th pass for B.Sc. nursing

Entrance tests

Required

Course duration

6 months – 4 years

Starting salary

₹7,000 - ₹15,000