Assam Institute of Nursing Silchar Answered Questions

The biggest difference between Assam Institute of Nursing and government nursing colleges is the fee structure. Government colleges like Regional College of Nursing (RCN) Guwahati charge very minimal fees (often under INR 10,000 per year) because they are state-funded. In contrast, the Assam Institute of Nursing is a private institution where the total cost for the 3-year GNM course is higher, typically ranging between INR 2.5 - 4 Lakhs, including hostel fees, similar to other private players like Assam down town University.

The GNM course curriculum at Assam Institute of Nursing is very hands-on, with a heavy focus on clinical experience. For example, in the first year, while you spend about 625 hours in the classroom for theory, you will spend over 1,200 hours in practical training in labs and hospital wards. The course curriculum is designed to ensure that by the time you start your 6-month internship in the final year, you have enough "on-the-job" practice to work.

While AIN Silchar provides excellent simulation labs and local hospital training, colleges in Guwahati like Asian Institute of Nursing Education (AINE) or Nemcare often have a slight edge in clinical exposure. This is because Guwahati-based students have access to a larger number of super-specialty hospitals and a higher volume of diverse medical cases compared to the more localised training available in Silchar.

The Assam Institute of Nursing follows the guidelines set by the Indian Nursing Council. If the council mandates an increase in the course duration while you are enrolled, changes will be implemented. However, any extra time added is not going to be institution-funded and students would need to bear the additional costs of the extended training period.

The age limit for Assam Institute of Nursing General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) programme is 17 - 35 years. There is no upper age bar for candidates who are already qualified as an Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) or a Lady Health Visitor (LHV). The course can help experienced healthcare workers upgrade their skills, provided they are physically and mentally fit for the training.

While pursuing the GNM course at Assam Institute of Nursing, you will begin your clinical duties in the hospital after a 12-week preliminary period in the first year. This initial phase is used to teach you the basics of nursing in a classroom and lab setting so that you are prepared before you start caring for real patients under the supervision of your teachers.

Assam Institute of Nursing offers admission to candidates based on their qualifying exam scores. Aspirants are also called for a personal interview round for final selection. The institute confirm the aspirants about their admission. Selected candidates need to pay the course fees to confirm their seat.

Candidates must be a minimum of 17 years old as on December 31 of the admission year to apply for GNM programme. The upper age limit is 35 years. There is no age bard for ANM/ LHV. Aspirants also need to fulfill the educational requirements to apply for admission.

Assam Institute of Nursing selects candidates for admission based on their merit. Aspirants are offered admission based on their qualifying exam scores. Candidates also need to pass the personal interview for final selection. Aspirants have to pay course fees for seat confirmation.

Assam Institute of Nursing offers a three-year Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery programme. Admission to GNM programme is based on qualifying exam scores and performance of the candidates in the PI round. Aspirants can apply online for admission.