ANM
Auxiliary Nurse Midwife. It is a two-year diploma program in India that trains frontline health workers to provide basic medical care, maternal support, and community health services, primarily in rural areas. Key Course Details
- Duration: 2 years (including practical training or internships)
- Eligibility: Class 12 pass in any stream (age usually 17 to 35 years)
- Core Focus: Midwifery, child health, immunization, and first aid
- Career and Salary
- Workplaces: Primary Health Centres (PHCs), sub-centers, rural clinics, and NGOs
- Average Salary: ₹2 to ₹5 lakhs per year in India
GNM
GNM stands for General Nursing and Midwifery. It is a 3.5-year diploma program (3 years of study plus a 6-month mandatory internship) focused on patient care, clinical assistance, midwifery, and community health. Eligibility usually requires 10+2 with Science (PCB) or equivalent with 40-45% mark
- Course Structure & Focus
- Duration: 3 years of classes and hospital training plus a 6-month internship.
- Core Subjects: Anatomy, physiology, medical-surgical nursing, mental health, and child health nursing.
- Status Note: The Indian Nursing Council has moved toward replacing traditional diplomas with the 4-year B.Sc. Nursing framework, though transition timelines vary by region.
BSC NURSING
- a 4-year undergraduate degree program that trains students in medical science, patient care, and clinical practice. It prepares graduates to work as registered nurses and healthcare professionals in hospitals, clinics, and community health centers.
- Course Highlights
- Full Form: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Duration: 4 years
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English (minimum 45%–50% aggregate marks)
- Age Limit: Minimum 17 years old
- Admission: Based on merit or entrance tests like NEET or state-level nursing exams
