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Nursing is one of the most sought after courses in Medical and allied sciences. Nursing courses offer students the skills and training to assist doctors and patients during various medical procedures. Nursing as a subject is offered across undergraduate, postgraduate and doctorate levels. Apart from full-time degree courses in Nursing, Certificate and Diploma courses are also offered. The duration of the undergraduate courses ranges from three to four years, while that of the postgraduate courses is one to two years. Although the general notion is that Nursing courses are meant for female students, there are a few colleges which accept applications from male students as well. Know all about Nursing courses including eligibility criteria, duration, admission process and more here on this page.

Nursing Courses Offered at UG Level

The Nursing courses offered at undergraduate levels can be divided into degree, diploma and certificate courses. Let us take a look at the types of undergraduate Nursing courses along with the related information.

Nursing Degree Courses

The following table brings the list of Nursing courses offered at the degree level, along with their duration.

Course Name

Duration

BSc Nursing

4 Years

BSc (Hons.) Nursing

2 Years

Post Basic BSc Nursing

2 Years

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Nursing Diploma Courses

Take a look at the diploma courses in Nursing that are offered in India along with their duration.

Course Name

Duration

ANM

2 Years

GNM

3 years - 3.5 years

Advanced Diploma in Ophthalmic Care Management

2 Years

Diploma in Home Nursing

1 Year

Diploma in Emergency and Trauma Care Technician

2 Years

Diploma in Nursing Administration

3 Years

Diploma in Neuro Nursing

2 Years

Diploma in Health Assistant (DHA)

1 Year

Nursing Certificate Courses

The certificate courses in Nursing are generally conducted for six months to one year. The list of programmes is given in the table below.

Course Name

Duration

Certificate course in Ayurvedic Nursing

1 Year

Certificate in Home Nursing

1 Year

Certificate in Maternal and Child Health Care (CMCHC)

6 Months

Certificate in Care Waste Management (CHCWM)

6 Months

Certificate in Primary Nursing Management (CPNM)

1 Year

Nursing Courses Offered at PG Level

The Nursing postgraduate courses are offered at degree, diploma, MPhil and PhD levels. In the following sections, we bring the list of Nursing courses offered at the PG level.

Postgraduate Degree Courses in Nursing

The table below carries a list of PG degree courses in Nursing along with their duration

Course Name

Duration

MSc Nursing

2 Years

MSc in Child Health Nursing

2 Years

MSc in Community Health Nursing

2 Years

MSc in Medical-Surgical Nursing

2 Years

MSc in Maternity Nursing

2 Years

MSc in Paediatric Nursing

2 Years

MSc in Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing

2 Years

MSc in Psychiatric Nursing

2 Years

MPhil

1 Year

PhD

3-5 Years

Postgraduate Diploma Courses in Nursing

The postgraduate diploma courses in Nursing along with their duration are listed in the below table.

Course Name

Duration

Post Basic Diploma in Critical Care Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Orthopedic & Rehabilitation Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Cardio-Thoraic Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Neurology Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Operation Room Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Paediatric Critical Care Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Midwifery Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Ontological Nursing and Rehabilitation Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Neo-Natal Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Emergency & Disaster Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Oncology Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Geriatric Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Forensic Nursing

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Haematology Nursing Residency Programme

1 Year

Post Basic Diploma in Burn & Reconstructive Surgery – Residency Programme

1 Year

Specialisations Offered in Nursing Courses

Specialisations are offered in the following subjects or areas in the Nursing courses:

Eligibility Criteria for Nursing Courses

The eligibility criteria for Nursing courses vary from programme to programme. The course-wise eligibility criteria stated by the Indian Nursing Council are presented below.

BSc Nursing Course Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates should have passed or appeared for the Class 12 Board exam in Science stream (PCB) and English as a core/elective subject with minimum 45 per cent aggregate.

  • Candidates should be of minimum 17 years of age and maximum 35 years of age as on December 31 of the year of taking admission.

  • Students should be medically fit.

Post Basic Nursing Course Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates should have passed the Class 12 Board exam.

  • They should have a certificate in General Nursing and Midwifery and be registered as R.N.R.M. with the State Nurses Registration Council. A male nurse, trained before the implementation of the new integrated course besides being registered as a nurse with the State Nurses Registration Council, shall produce evidence of training approved by the Indian Nursing Council.

  • Applicants should be medically fit.

MSc Nursing Course Eligibility Criteria

  • The candidate should be a Registered Nurse and Registered midwife or equivalent with any State Nursing Registration Council. 

  • They should have completed BSc Nursing/BSc (H) Nursing/Post Basic BSc Nursing with a minimum 55 per cent aggregate.

  • They should have at least one year of work experience after BSc Nursing or prior or after Post Basic BSc Nursing.

ANM Nursing Course Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates should pass Class 12 Board exam in Science/HealthCare Science/Arts with English as a compulsory subject.

  • The minimum and maximum age limit is 17 years and 35 years respectively as on December 31 of the year of admission.

  • They should be medically fit.

GNM Nursing Course Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates should pass Class 12 Board exam in English in a minimum 40 per cent aggregate.

  • They should have a minimum 40 per cent aggregate in vocational ANM course from the school recognised by the Indian Nursing Council, or in Vocational Stream-Health care Science from a recognised CBSE board/Centre.

  • They should be registered ANM with a pass mark.

Nursing Courses Admission process

Admission to Nursing courses at top colleges take place through entrance exams. Since 2021, NEET UG scores are also accepted for Nursing admission. The qualifying candidates will have to participate in the counselling processes conducted by the centre or state admission authorities or by the institutes.

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Popular Nursing Colleges in India

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20 - 24 LPA
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6.04 L
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4.5
3 K
8.5 LPA

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5.2 L
3 Courses
1.7 L - 6 L
3.2 L - 10.4 L
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1.98 L - 5.47 L
5.0
4 Courses
1.6 L - 2.9 L
4.8

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.

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UP CNET 2026 Admit Card

6 Jun ' 26

UP CNET 2026 Exam

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30 May ' 26

AIIMS BSc Nursing (Post Basic) 2026 Exam

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 Oct ' 25 - 28 Oct ' 25

RUHS Nursing Counselling Round-3 Institute Report...

23 Oct ' 25

RUHS Nursing Counselling Round-3 Seat Allotment

Popular Nursing Specializations

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

Popular Nursing UG Courses

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

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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.

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BSc Nursing fees at Shakuntla School of Nursing for all four years are INR 4.66 Lakh. The fees are set as per university guidelines for nursing education at graduation level. 

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Yes, you can do MBBS after Nursing courses. But you should clear NEET UG for that. There is no direct entry which means you will start from first year of MBBS.

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No, a gap year after Class 12th won't affect your admission to any private Nursing college in Uttar Pradesh. The only requirement for B.Sc. Nursing requires a candidate to have passed Class 12 from any recognised board with a minimum mark of 45% in PCB together and passed in English individually.

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IIMS MSc Nursing 2025 test centres are decided by the exam conducting body, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. The list of AIIMS MSc. Nursing test centres are released by the AIIMS Delhi at the official website. 

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Graphic Era Deemed to be University offered the highest median salary of INR 7.45 LPA. Listed below are the Shri Nursing colleges in Dehradun -

Top Colleges

Tuition Fee

Median Salary

Graphic Era Deemed to be University Placements

INR 10.55 lakh

INR 7.45 LPA

Shri Guru Ram Rai University Placements

INR 83,600 – INR 2.9 lakh

INR 3.6 LPA

Source: Official site of the colleges and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

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The total fee for the BSc Nursing course at Doon Institute of Medical Sciences (DIMS) is mentioned below -

Top CollegeTuition fee
Doon Institute of Medical SciencesINR 2.9 lakh

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered a month ago

Top BSc Nursing colleges in Dehradun provide 4-year course with clinical training, better placement record and are approved by Indian Nursing Council (INC), with an approximate fee of INR 2- 10 lakhs. Listed below are some colleges -
 

Top Colleges

Tuition Fee

Graphic Era Deemed to be University BSc

INR 10.55 lakh

Shri Guru Ram Rai University BSc

INR 2.9 lakh

Doon Institute of Medical Sciences BSc

INR 2.9 lakh

Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University BSc

INR 9.6 lakh

DIT University BSc

INR 5.17 Lacs – INR 6.47 lakh

Source: Official site of the colleges and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

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As per the popularity basis by shiksha.com, listed below are the top Nursing colleges in Dehradun with their tuition fees -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
Graphic Era Deemed to be UniversityINR 10.55 lakh
Shri Guru Ram Rai UniversityINR 83,600 - INR 2.9 lakh
Doon Institute of Medical SciencesINR 1.6 Lacs - INR 2.9 lakh
Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand UniversityINR 4.05 Lacs - INR 9.6 lakh
DIT UniversityINR 5.17 Lacs - INR 6.47 lakh

Source: Official site of the colleges and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

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