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Taking care of the ailing patients and keeping track of their health progress is the main duty of nurses. Popular jobs are Registered Nurses, Nursing Practitioners, Public Health Nurses, etc. Salary that a graduate can earn is around INR 4. Popular recruiters are Apollo Hospitals, Ramaiah Group of Hospitals, Fortis Hospitals, etc. 

Q:   Are GNMs and ANMs also Nurses?
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Of course, both ANMs and GNMs are Nurses. Their duties include assisting Senior Doctors, administering medicines & treatment of patients, monitoring their vitals, providing them a good care, and so on. Their workplaces may differ, but the roles are the same.

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Q:   What are the job roles of Occupational Nurses?
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They are also called Corporate Nurses, who work to maintain the health and safety of every employee in the workforce. They offer the organisation with services that promote, protect and restore the wellness and safety of all employees. They also administer clinical Nursing and provide first aid and emergency care services to people working in the organization.

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Q:   What do Community Health Nurses do?
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Community Health Nurses' primary duty is to promote health and prevent disease within a community by offering them direct medical care, education, and advocacy, sometimes working directly with people and families in their homes to assess their requirements, deliver preventive services, and minimize chronic conditions, all while considering the social and environmental aspects impacting their wellness. 

They offer home visits to people in need, provide mental health support, and take follow-ups of patients they treat.

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  • Popular Nursing Salary and Job Profiles
  • Popular Private Nursing Colleges in India
  • Emerging Trends in Nursing Career
  • Best Nursing Colleges for Placements in India
  • Nursing Career FAQs
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular Nursing PG Courses
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Popular Nursing Salary and Job Profiles

The Nursing profession in India has seen a lot of growth of late. It's a respected job with many specializations to enable healthcare that make for plenty of opportunities. Find top career options in Nursing with packages. 

Nursing Jobs: Entry Level

You can see some of the top entry level job options and their average salary below:

Job Profiles

Average Salary

Nurse Midwives

INR 2.7 LPA

Staff Nurses

INR 2.9 LPA

General Duty Assistants INR 5.9 LPA
School Nurses INR 3.4 LPA

Note: Info is from external sites and can change. 

Nursing Jobs: Mid Level

You can check the top mid level jobs and their average salary below:

Job Profiles

Average Salary

Registered Nurses

INR 4.3 LPA

Public Health Nurses

INR 4.1 LPA

Nursing Administrators

INR 3.3 LPA

Dialysis Nurses

INR 2.5 LPA

Note: Info is from external sites and can change. 

Nursing Jobs: Senior Level

You can see top senior level jobs along with their salary packages below:

Job Profiles

Average Salary

Nurse Managers

INR 7.1 LPA

Nurse Practitioners

INR 7 LPA

ICU Nurses

INR 6.5 LPA

Nurse Anesthetists

INR 5.2 LPA

Note: Info is from external sites and can change. 

 

13 Courses
50 K - 9.04 L
4.5

Nursing Applications open. Apply Now

400 - 2.4 K
20 - 24 LPA
4.92 L - 5.6 L
3.7

Nursing Applications open. Apply Now

3 K
8.5 LPA
4 Courses
24 K - 50 K
4.4
1 Course
6.04 L
4.3

Nursing Applications open. Apply Now

Q:   Which nurse has the highest salary?
A:

Listed below are the top job position along with their salary packages:

Job Positions

Average Salary (in INR)

Nurse Practitioners 

3.6 LPA

Nurse Managers/Administrators

5.7 LPA

Clinical Nurse Specialists

3 LPA

Nurse Educators

4.6 LPA

Note: The salary has been taken from Ambitionbox.com

Popular Private Nursing Colleges in India

1.5 L - 4.8 L
4.3

Nursing Applications open. Apply Now

9 Courses
2 Courses
3.5 L - 5 L

Nursing Applications open. Apply Now

35 K - 8 L
4.5
13 Courses
50 K - 9.04 L
4.5

Nursing Applications open. Apply Now

9 Courses
3.2 L - 8 L

Emerging Trends in Nursing Career

The Nursing field in India is seeing some new trends:

  • Digital First Nurses: They deal with health records electronically, use telehealth platforms, etc.
  • Specializations: Build more skills in critical care, cardiac care and paediatrics.
  • Telehealth: Adopting telehealth after COVID-19.
  • Travel Nurses: Need for travel nurses who can fill temporary positions for more than one healthcare facility. 

Useful Links for Nursing Career:

All about Medical Surgical Nursing Career Scope

Nursing Scope in India: Jobs, Salary, and Further Education

The nursing field in India offers a very promising scope for qualified individuals. Nurses can progress through various levels, like staff nurses, ward sisters, nursing supervisors, and even leadership positions.

Nursing Career Scope: Employment Areas

Career Opportunities in Nursing in India are many because Nurses are in high demand in both the commercial and public sectors, as well as in the healthcare business. The following are some of the places where Nursing students can find work.

Core Industries

Details

Government hospitals

The job of these nursing experts in government hospitals involves healthcare delivery related to promotion, prevention, treatment, care and rehabilitation.

Old age homes

Nurses play an important role in providing quality and safe aged care.

Nursing homes

They give individuals, families or groups preventive, curative, rehabilitative, and supportive nursing care.

Clinics

They are primarily responsible in a clinic or similar setting for gathering patient information and medical history, giving appropriate medication, and coordinating with health care professionals.

School

They provide pupils with basic health services. Students with chronic health concerns and students with impairments are also managed by school nurses. 

Note - The info is taken from external sources and may vary.

Nursing Top Recruiters

Here are some top recruiters for your reference -

BSc Nursing Top Recruiters
Apollo Healthcare Practo Manipal Hospitals
Doctors For You Global Health Limited All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
Aakash Healthcare Clove Dental Rural Health Care Foundation
DoctorsForSeva Arogya Foundation Dr Lal Pathlabs Max Healthcare

Note- The info is taken from various external sources and may vary.

Suggested Reading for Nursing Jobs:

Know all about GNM Nursing Career Scope

Popular Courses in Nursing

There are many courses students can take after completing their Nursing course in India. Here are some of the most popular options after BSc Nursing:

Courses

Details

MSc Nursing

You can specialize in Medical Surgical Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, etc.

Post Basic BSc Nursing

BSc Nursing graduates who are registered nurses can opt for this course that allows them to take their education forward and get specialized knowledge in nursing practice.

Master of Public Health

This degree helps develop skills in epidemiology, health policy, healthcare management & public health research.

PhD in Nursing

Offers an opportunity for detailed research in nursing practice, education, administration or policy and contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession through scholarly work.

M Phil in Nursing

Aims to train nurses and healthcare professionals in research methods, critical thinking and the application of research findings to improve healthcare practices and patient outcomes. 

Note - The info is taken from various external sources and can vary.

Useful Links for Nursing Career:

Qualities of a Nurse

 

Q:   Which is better, Nursing or Medicine?
A:

Students can check the table below to see the comparison between the two.

Parameters

Nursing

Medicine

Course Level

UG, PG, Diploma & PhD

UG, PG, Diploma, PhD

Course Fee

2 - 3 years

3 - 5 years

Course Duration

INR 20, 000 - INR 3.8 Lakh

INR 1 K - INR 1 Cr

Jobs

Nurse, Nurse Educator, Nurse supervisor, Professor

Medical Researcher, Medical Science Liaison, General Surgeon

Average Salary

INR 3 LPA - INR 6 LPA

INR 2 LPA - 12.20 LPA

Note - The info is taken from external sources and may vary.

Q:   Which Nursing specialisation is the best?
A:

When it comes to Nursing in India, there are various specialisations to choose from, each with its own set of advantages and opportunities. The well-chosen Nursing specialisations are as follows:

  • Critical Care Nursing
  • Obstetric Nursing
  • Pediatric Nursing 
  • Psychiatric Nursing
  • Midwifery

Best Nursing Colleges for Placements in India

Here are some of the best Nursing colleges in India for placements, both government and private:

Top Nursing Colleges Average Package Offered
AIIMS Delhi Placements INR 20 - 24 LPA
JIPMER Placements INR 8 - 24 LPA
SRIHER Chennai Placements INR 4.5 - 21 LPA
AIIMS Patna Placements INR 14.4 LPA
SMS Medical College Placements INR 14.2 LPA
DMIHER Placements INR 5 - 14 LPA
Srinivas University Placements INR 3.8 - 10 LPA
KINS Placements INR 6.2 - 9.5 LPA
Global College of Nursing Placements INR 9.2 LPA
PGIMER Placements INR 9 LPA

Note- The info is taken from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

Recommended Links for Nursing Jobs:

ANM Vs GNM Vs BSc Nursing

 

Q:   Which is the best country to pursue Nursing abroad?
Q:   How can I go abroad for Nursing?
A:

You can follow these steps to make your dream a reality -

  1. Research the Nursing requirements and regulations of the country you wish to pursue your career in.
  2. Make sure you complete your Nursing course and have a valid license.
  3. Pass IELTS/TOEFL exam.
  4. Consider getting admission in specialised Nursing programs or getting certifications that are recognised internationally.
  5. Also, get assistance from consultants or immigration professionals.

Nursing Career FAQs

Students can refer to this section for Nursing Career FAQs.

 

UG Courses

Q:   How should I choose a Nursing specialty at the PG level?
A:

During the UG program, you must have studied the basics of every Nursing specialization, like Pediatric, Oncology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, etc. This base-level education helps you decide your interests and career goals. Get good marks in graduation and opt for the specialisation you like the most.

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Nursing. Students interested in pursuing a career on Nursing, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

28 Mar ' 26 - 20 May ' 26

UP CNET 2026 Registration & Application

13 May ' 26 - 20 May ' 26

UP CNET 2026 Application Correction

25 Mar ' 26 - 24 Apr ' 26

AIIMS BSc (Hons.) Nursing 2026 Application

29 Apr ' 26

AIIMS BSc Nursing 2026 Application Status (Accep...

4 Jul ' 25 - 7 Jul ' 25

Indian Army BSc Nursing Application Correction

15 Jun ' 25 - 2 Jul ' 25

Indian Army BSc Nursing Application Forms

24 Mar ' 26 - 15 Apr ' 26

JENPAS UG Registration

17 Apr ' 26 - 19 Apr ' 26

JENPAS UG Correction Window

Popular Nursing PG Courses

Following are the most popular Nursing PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

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Answered Yesterday

For the AIIMS M.Sc. Nursing 2026 entrance exam, the current official notification and prospectus specify that the examination will be conducted exclusively in Delhi/NCR.

 

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Sidhartha Singh

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 6 days ago

Listed below are some of the top private Nursing colleges in Chennai without any entrance exam -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
SRM Medical College Hospital and Research CentreINR 1.8 lakh
Saveetha UniversityINR 60,000 - INR 2 lakh
SRIHERINR 5 lakh
VISTASINR 4.88 lakh
BIHERINR 10 lakh

Source: official site and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 6 days ago

Generally, private colleges are more expensive than government colleges. However, affordable options are also available. Some of the private Nursing colleges in Chennai are mentioned below with fees less than INR 1 Lacs -

Top Private CollegesTuition Fee
SRM Medical College Hospital and Research CentreINR 35,000
Saveetha UniversityINR 50,000 - INR 75,000
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical SciencesINR 6,000 - INR 60,000

Source: official site and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Candidates can download the CG BSc Nursing 2026 admit card by June 11, 2026. The admit card download link will be updated online. Download and take the print of admit card.

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Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

M.Sc Nursing course duration is 2 year in which you will get to study subjects like  -

  • Advance nursing practice
  • Nursing education
  • Nursing Management
  • Nursing Research and Statistics

Hope this helps!

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Kritika Tyagi

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

If you want to study Msc. Nursing abroad then the best countries will be USA, UK, Australia, Canada, Ireland, and Germany as they provide a very high-quality education, potential of high salary after graduation, and if you want to stay there then permanent residency (PR) pathways as well.

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Himanshi Bisht

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

Yes, Nirmala College provides B.Sc in Nursing.

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Ishika Singh

Beginner-Level 1

Answered a week ago

You can apply for GNM Nursing if you have ST category. But, you should have 45% or 50% marks in class 12th.

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Upasna Kashyap

Beginner-Level 5

Answered a week ago

Some of the top Medical Surgical Nursing Colleges whose fees is less than 1 Lacs are mentioned in the table below -

College NameFees
JIPMER PuducherryINR 2.4 K
Government College of Nursing, ThiruvananthapuramINR 64.82 K
Government College of Nursing, VelapparaINR 64.82 K

Please note - The fees mentioned are taken from multiple sites and may be different.

Hope this helps!

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Abhay Dixit

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

The candidates should note that the AIIMS has already released its exam prospectus at aiims.ac.in. The candidates can apply for the exam till April 24.

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Aashi Tiwari

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a week ago

The AIIMS will provide the Nursing Application correction facility for the rejected applications only from April 29 to May 3. The status of acceptance or rejection will be released on April 29.

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Rachit Kumar Saxena

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a week ago

Private colleges are generally expensive than government colleges as they have modern infrastructure and offered great placement support. Listed below are some of the top private BSc Nursing colleges in Lucknow -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
Avadh Institute of Medical Technology and HospitalINR 72,000
Integral University - IULINR 1.9 lakh
Nishat Hospital and Institute of Paramedical Sciences and College of NursingINR 1.44 lakh

Source: Official site and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

The UP CNET BSc nursing application process is being conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University, Uttar Pradesh. The candidate should visit the official website, abvmuup.edu.in. and click on the link for Common Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) 2026.

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Manori Malhotra

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 weeks ago

The BSc Nursing at HCG Suchirayu College of Nursing offers direct access to high-end diagnostic and treatment facilities within the HCG network, which is often not available at standalone nursing colleges. Students practice in a high-tech simulated clinical environment under the guidance of practisi

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 weeks ago

BSc Nursing at HCG Suchirayu College of Nursing stands out by integrating a superspeciality clinical approach that many traditional nursing colleges lack. While most institutes focus on general nursing theory, this college leverages its association with a leading oncology and multispeciality hospita

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 weeks ago

MH Nursing CET covers five subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Nursing Aptitude and English. The question paper consists of 100 multpile choice questions. 

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Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

A few important points for MH Nursing CET preparation are mentioned below.

  • Know the exam syllabus and paper pattern.
  • Create a study timetable.
  • Gather resources like books, pyqs, study material etc.
  • Make handy notes of important topics, formulas, and concepts.
  • Solving PYQs regularly.
  • Revision

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Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

The candidates should note that the JEMScN exam is conducted for the admission in the MSc Nursing Course in the Government and Private Colleges/Institutes in the state. It is mandatory for the admission in the state run/recognised institutions.

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Rashmi

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 weeks ago

There will be following sections in the WB ANM GNM Exam

  1. Life Science
  2. Physical Science 
  3. Basic English
  4. Mathematics 
  5. General Knowledge
  6. Logical Reasoning

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Saakshi Kumar

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 weeks ago

No University of Cologne do not charge any tuition fee from international students who What to pursue Nursing. Instead, the students are required to pay a semester fee of EUR 335.65 to the university which is comparatively very low compared to other universities.  

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

The University of Cologne Nursing courses are not ranked by any ranking body such as Shiksha, QS Ranking, THE Ranking, etc., for Nursing courses. Instead, this university is ranked for Medicine and Health courses by various top ranking bodies. 

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Most of the Nursing courses at University of Cologne are offered in German language. In fact, all Ug Nursing courses at this university are only German taught courses. While, PG Nursing courses offer very few courses in English language, else all the courses are offered in German. 

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes German language is necessary to study Nursing at the Uni of Cologne. Without the earlier knowledge of German language, Indian students would not be given admission to the university.  

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

St. Clair College Diploma of Practical Nursing course is accredited by the Colleges of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). There are small, personal class sizes at St. Clair College for this course. For admission to this course, Indian students should have passed Class 12. 

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Chandra Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

University of Melbourne has a proven track record of posting great employment numbers among its students. The institute provide post-study employment opportunities to its students. Below mentioned are some of the Nursing school's top recruiters: 
 
· The Royal Melbourne Hospital 
 
· Western Health 
 
· T

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

University of Melbourne Nursing graduates are employed in key leadership roles across a range of sectors at prominent public & private organizations domestically & globally. Given below are some of the prominent sectors University of Melbourne Nursing graduates are currently employed in: 

·      Heal

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

University of Melbourne Nursing School has a record of providing post study employment opportunities to its students. Students even get employment during studies as health assistants in nursing at Melbourne Health. As per the latest employment data made available by the institute, 90% of the PG stu

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Indian students interested in pursuing Nursing studies from University of Melbourne must meet all eligibility criteria required by university in application form. Students must follow steps mentioned below to get admission at this university:

  • Choose desired course
  • Review entry requirements and eligibi

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

International students interested in admission to University of Melbourne for Nursing must secure a minimum overall IELTS score of 7.0. 

Apart from IELTS, students must also satisfy the below listed language proficiency test score criteria: 

Test 

Minimum Score 

TOEFL 

94+  

PEARSON 

72+ 

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

University of Melbourne Nursing School is considered one of best Nursing institutions in Australia and in the world. 

Shiksha ranks Nursing courses #1 of University of Melbourne in Australia. But there are some other universities that offer similar level of educational envt. to its students that are

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

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