Indian Army BSc Nursing 2026: Application Formsn Available, Dates, Eligibility, Pattern & Syllabus, Selection Process

Indian Army B.Sc. Nursing 2026 ( Indian Army B.Sc. Nursing )

Rachit Kumar Saxena
Updated on Jul 27, 2026 19:09 IST

By Rachit Kumar Saxena, Manager-Editorial

The Indian Army BSc Nursing 2026 Applications started online at joinindianarmy.nic.in. Only Indian Females were allowed to apply for the exam till July 31. The Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Application fee was INR 200. The candidates need to pay the fee online. There are 220 seats in the Indian Army BSc Nursing Course across the Six colleges of Nursing spread across the nation. Females who cleared the NEET 2026 exam were allowed to apply. The applications will be screened and shortlisted candidates will be intimated and invited for the exam.

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Latest Updates

  • Last date to apply for Indian Army BSc Nursing 2026 was July 31
  • The candidates must have qualified the NEET Exam 2026 
  • The Test of General Intelligence and General English (ToGIGE) will be held at Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt
  • ToGIGE will be held as a Computer-Based Test(CBT)

 

Table of contents
  • What is Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Exam?
  • Indian Army BSc Nursing Dates & Schedule 2026
  • Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Eligibility & Application 2026
  • Indian Army BSc Nursing Pattern Syllabus & Preparation
  • Indian Army BSc Nursing Admit Card 2026
  • Indian Army Nursing Result 2026
  • Indian Army Nursing Cutoff 2026
  • Indian Army BSc Nursing Counselling & Admission Process 2026
  • Indian Army BSc Nursing 2026 FAQs
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What is Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Exam?

The Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Exam is a gateway to the Military Nursing Service (MNS). It is conducted by Armed Forces Medical College(AFMC) at the Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt. 

Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Exam Highlights

The candidates can see the 

Indian Army Nursing Highlights

Name of Exam

Indian Army BSc Nursing or MNS 

Conducting Body

Directorate General of Medical Services (Indian Army) & AFMC

Course offered

BSc Nursing (Four-year course)

Frequency of exam

Once a year

Language

English

Total seats available

220

The candidates are advised to keep visiting this page for latest updates.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will the Indian Army BSc nursing exam be held?
A: 

DGMS does not conduct any separate exam for admission to the MNS BSc nursing course. Candidates must appear for the NEET UG exam to be eligible to appear for the Indian Army BSc nursing aptitude test. However, a screening test, which is also known as an aptitude test is held known as Computer Based Test of General Intelligence, General English (ToGlGE), and a personal interview will be conducted by the selection board.

Q:   What is the admission process of Indian Army BSc Nursing exam?
A: 

As a first step, one needs to appear for the NEET UG exam. Post which candidate had to submit documents for verification. Later on applicants had to appear for a written test, the Psychological aptitude test, personal interview, and a mandatory medical fitness round. 

Q:   How many times Indian Army BSc Nursing exam is conducted in a year?
A: 

The Indian Army BSc Nursing aptitude exam is conducted only once a year for admission to BSc nursing course. The conducting bosy accept the score of NEET entrance exam for assessing the aptitude of the aspirants. Later, a seperate aptitude test known as Test of General Intelligence and General English (TOGIGE) is conducted online followed by a Psychological Aptitude Test (PAT). These tests ensure that the candidate is eligible to seek entry to the Indian Army on set parameters. 

Interested candiadates must register for NEET along with the TOGIGE aptitute test to participate in the counselling conducted for Indian Army BSc nursing programme. 

Q:   Is it mandatory to appear for the Indian Army BSc Nursing counselling for admission to MNS services?
A: 

The Indian Army BSc Nursing counselling process does not take place. Only a screening test is conducted to allot seats to the shortlisted candidates to their preferred course and college location. At the time of MNS counselling, the physical document verification and fee payment will be done by the applicants.

Indian Army BSc Nursing Dates & Schedule 2026

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Indian Army B.Sc. Nursing 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Aug ' 26

Indian Army BSc Nursing Result 2026

TENTATIVE
Aug ' 26

Indian Army BSc Nursing Exam 2026

TENTATIVE
DatesPast Exam Dates
14 Jul ' 26 - 31 Jul ' 26

Indian Army BSc Nursing Applications 2026

04 Jul ' 25 - 07 Jul ' 25

Indian Army BSc Nursing Application Correction

15 Jun ' 25 - 02 Jul ' 25

Indian Army BSc Nursing Application Forms

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Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Eligibility & Application 2026

The Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Exam applications are available now. The last date to apply online for the exam was July 31. 

Indian Army BSc Nursing Eligibility 2026

The candidates can see the Indian Army BSc Nursing Exam eligibility criteria as notified in the official notification. The MNS BSc eligibility criteria are mentioned below: 

  • Only female candidates who are Citizens of India can apply
  • Should have appeared and qualified for the NEET Exam
  • Date of Birth: One must be born between October 1, 2001, and September 30, 2009 (Both days are inclusive). 
  • Female applicants who are unmarried/divorced/legally separated/widows without encumbrances. 
  • Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed 10+2 on the first attempt with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB), and English with not less than 50% aggregate marks. 
  • Those who are appearing in the final examination may also apply provisionally (if selected for the course, they will have to submit proof of passing the qualifying examination with the required marks and subjects.
  • Physical Standards: Applicants from the North East region should have a height of up to 147 cm, while for all others it must be up to 152 cm.
  • The candidates have to appear for the X-ray examination of the Chest and ultrasonography of the pelvis and abdomen.

Also Read: BSc Nursing Admission After 12th: PCB Marks Required & Age Limit

 To apply for the exam, the NEET scores are mandatory. The DGMS will conduct a separate test for General Intelligence, Psychological Assessment and Interview. The result will be released on the same day. The Indian Army will release the Indian Army BSc Nursing 2026 application soon. Know the whole application process for Army BSc Nursing 2026 as given below:

Register on the Portal

Candidates will have to register themselves first by providing their basic details such as name, mother’s name, father’s name, date of birth, mail ID, mobile number, etc.

Ensure OTP Verification

The contact details given by the candidate will be verified by the conducting body by sending an OTP to their registered email ID and mobile number. The OTP is required to be submitted on the login page to confirm the verification.

Proceed with Application Form Submission

After the OTP confirmation process, to fill out the application form, candidates have to log in to their accounts using their name and the password they created during registration. Candidates have to provide all their personal and academic details in the application form.

Add your Photo and Signature on Portal

In this step, upload your scanned photograph and signature.

The application process for the Indian Army BSc Nursing 2026 exam will be completely online. The candidates will be required to register, apply and pay the application fee online to complete the process. After making a payment, a DU number will be generated. Candidates are required to keep this number safe with them.

Application Fee for Indian Army Nursing Exam

The exam conducting authority notifies the fee separately for each category. The candidates can see below the application fee as notified in the notification.

Category

Fee (in INR)

General

200

SC/ST

Free

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the cutoff marks for military nursing courses?
A: 

The Indian Army BSc Nursing exam is a very competitive entrance test in the nursing domain. Candidates must ideally aim for 500+ marks in the NEET exam to be eligible for admission to the six available campuses. As there are only 220 seats and thousands of candidates compete for admission, the race to secure seats faces a cut-throat competition. 

Q:   Which is the best campus for admission to MNS programme?
A: 

Admission to the MNS course in itself is a prestigious achievement. There are no official ranks allotted to the seven campuses that offer the BSc nursing programme. The Indian Army nursing entrance has been scrapped, and NEET scores are considered for admission. 

Q:   When will the interview for the Indian Army BSc Nursing admission be conducted?
A: 

After the announcement of the Indian Army BSc Nursing result, shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview round on the allocated dates as mentioned in their call letter. The interview will be conducted after the NEET entrance exam, Test of General Intelligence and General English (ToGIGE), and Psychological Aptitute Test (PAT). The medical examination will be the last step of the selection process. 

Q:   What is the application cost for the Indian Army BSc Nursing application form for candidates from the restricted categories?
A: 

Regardless of a candidate's caste, an application fee of INR 200 will be required at the time of filling out the form for Indian Army BSc Nursing. However, SC/ST candidates are expected from making the fee payment. They are required to upload a documented proof of their category issued by competent authority from not below Rank 1st class Magistrate/Tehsildar/Sub Divisional Officer of the area. 

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Indian Army BSc Nursing Pattern Syllabus & Preparation

The Indian Army BSc Nursing exam will include the following:

  • Test of General Intelligence and General English (ToGIGE)
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Interview by Selection Board

The ToGIGE will be conducted as a Computer-Based Test(CBT).

Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for ToGIGE followed by Psychometric Aptitude Test (PAT), which will be qualifying in nature. The marks obtained in PAT will not be included in preparing the final merit list. 

The MNS selection process will be done Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt. Candidates will be called for 3 days. On the third day, they will get a joining letter with immediate effect to join the course and classes. A merit list for the selection of MNS candidates will be released on the spot. 

Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Exam Syllabus

The Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Exam will not ask for details about Biology or Medical Science, but it will be designed to evaluate the General Intelligence of the candidates. The written exam will be followed by the Psychological test and interview. 

The Test of General Intelligence and General English (ToGIGE) exam pattern is mentioned below: 

Sections

MCQs

Marks

General Intelligence

20

40

General English

20

40

The syllabus of questions asked in this exam will be the same as the NEET exam syllabus. It is an online exam. There is negative marking in the exam. It will be conducted in the Delhi Centre of the Military Nursing Institute.

Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Exam Preparation

The exam will be based on the Class XI & XII syllabus. Moreover, the candidates who have already cleared the NEET will be appearing in the exam. It is expected that they can solve most of the Biology and Chemistry questions. Since the questions will be asked from the NEET syllabus, the candidates are advised to prepare the topics of NEET Syllabus. The candidates can see the Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Exam preparation tips below:

  • Understand the NEET syllabus and exam pattern
  • Study through the best NEET books recommended by experts.
  • Make a daily, weekly and monthly timetable and follow it religiously.
  • Set goals and study to achieve them.
  • Make sure to do regular practice and revision.
  • Practice with NEET PYQs and mock tests.
  • Work on your weak areas.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many questions will be asked in the ToGIGE?
A: 

There will be 40 questions in the ToGIGE to test the basic knowledge of the MNS aspirants. This test is organised by the DGMS as part of the selection process. Candidates will have to appear for a personal interview soon afterwards.  

Q:   Is ToGIGE easy or difficult to appear for?
A: 

The Indian Army BSc nursing entrance test has been scrapped. They accept NEET scores. In addition to this, ToGIGE is a basic written test which is a part of the selection process followed by DGMS. The difficulty level of this test depends on the IQ of the aspirant. 

Q:   What should I prepare for the MNS general intelligence section subject?
A: 

The General intelligence section is basically the logical reasoning section of the entrance exam, in which the candidate will have to solve the tricky yet engaging questions. Topics might range from venn diagram, numbers and sequences, syllogisms, analogies, coding-decoding etc.

Q:   What should I prepare for the MNS General English subject?
A: 

The ToGIGE is a basic written exam that is an integral part of the screening process. It will test the General English knowledge of the aspirants. Candidates need to prepare the topics which are generally asked in the English aptitude test till Class 12. 

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Indian Army BSc Nursing Admit Card 2026

Indian Army Nursing Entrance exam 2026 will be conducted by the Directorate General of Medical Services, Indian Army for four-year BSc nursing programmes in August/September. The DGMS will shortlist the candidates and send them intimation about their ToGIGE dates. The DGMS will release the Exam Schedule in public domain. The Indian Army Nursing Entrance Exam admit card will be released online around ten days before the exam date of the candidate.

Also Read: BSc Nursing Entrance Exam 2026: Application Form, Dates, & Admission Process

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the BSc Nursing exam in Indian Army?
A: 

Indian Army BSc Nursing Exam is national level test conducted for admission to undergraduate course. Only female students can appear for 4-year nusring course. Online exam is held by Directorate General of Medical Services (DGMS).

Q:   Is it mandatory to appear for ToGIGE if I have appeared for the NEET exam?
A: 

Yes, it is mandatory to appear for the ToGIGE even if the candidates have appeared for the NEET exam. The ToGIGE is a part of the selection process post the NEET exam. Those aspirants who clear the NEET cutoff are only eligible to appear for this test. 

Q:   Where will the MNS selection process be conducted?
A: 

The Military Nursing Services screening process will be conducted at the Delhi campus of the Indian Army. Shortlisted candidates must reach the assigned place on the reporting time to appear for the tests to be held for selection.   

Q:   Why is PAT conducted by DGMS for admission to MNS?
A: 

PAT is basically a psychological aptitude test conducted for admission to the MNS, UG-level programme. All the steps of the selection process must be adhered to as per the guidelines of the conducting body. 

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Indian Army Nursing Result 2026

DeskCalendarResult: Aug ' 26

The Indian Army BSc Nursing Entrance Exam result will be published either on the same day or the next day and posted on the notice board of Base Hospital. Delhi Cantt. A copy of the result is also expected to be released online on the official portal.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the counselling dates for the Indian Army BSc Nursing programme?
A: 

The counselling schedule for the Indian Army BSc Nursing will not be conducted. After the NEET result is declared, shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview and medical examination. Based on the performance of a candidate in all the rounds, including a written exam, personal interview, and a medical examination, a final merit list will be prepared. Shortlisted candidates will get admission to their respective choice of college. 

Q:   Can I download NEET UG result from Indian Army BSc Nursing website?
A: 

No, the NEET UG result will be released separately at the official website of NEET-NTA, neet.ntaonline.in or exams.nta.ac.in/NEET. The NEET result can only be downloaded from this website. No personal email or mobile communication will be sent to the NEET Aspirants regarding the declaration of the result.

Q:   How can I check the status of my call letter for Indian Army BSc Nursing?
A: 

The Indian Army BSc Nursing qualified candidates will get call letters at their registered email address by the DGMS. The call letters will be available for download on the official website. It is an important document without which admission will not be granted to the BSc nursing programme.  

Q:   When will DGMS conduct medical examination of the shortlisted candidates of Indian Army BSc nursing programme?
A: 

The  Indian Army BSc nursing medical examination is the last step of the selection process. After the interview round, candidates will have to undergo the medical examination on the same day at the designated center. The centre information and the medical examination dates will be shared by DGMS with the shortlisted candidates on the official website. 

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Indian Army Nursing Cutoff 2026

The Indian Army Nursing cutoff 2026 will be released by the conducting body, Directorate General of Medical Services, DGMS, through the official prospectus on the official website. Candidates interested in admission to the MNS programme will have to mandatorily appear for the NEET UG exam. This is the basic eligibility to apply for the AFMC. Only those candidates who meet the NEET cutoff criteria will be eligible to participate in the aptitude test and interview. The MNS cutoff 2026 will be provided in PDF format. Candidates will be able to download it through a direct link mentioned below.  

Also Read: BSc Nursing Admission Through NEET 2026: All India Quota (AIQ), Top Colleges & Seat Matrix

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When can I expect the release of Indian Army BSc Nursing admit card?
A: 

The official date for the release of Indian Army BSc Nursing admit card is not issued after the exam conducting body has started accepting the NEET UG scores. On the contrary, for admission to the MNS, a general aptitude test and an psychological aptitude test will be conducted to screen the candidates for admission. 

Q:   How to get BSc Nursing in AFMc?
A: 

To get admission in the AFMC BSc nursing programme, candidates must apply for the NEET UG exam. It is mandatory to appear for the NEET UG exam to be eligible for admission to the MNS course. The DGMS will conduct a separate aptitude test along with the interview and medical fitness test. But only those candidates who appear for the NEET UG exam will be able to apply for admission.  

Q:   Will DGMS issue Indian Army BSc Nursing admit card?
A: 

No, Indian Army BSc Nursing admit card will not be issued as the exam stands cancelled. Candidates will be called for the Interview to be eligible for the admission process. 

Q:   Can I download NEET UG result from Indian Army BSc Nursing website?
A: 

No, the NEET UG result will be released separately at the official website of NEET-NTA, neet.ntaonline.in or exams.nta.ac.in/NEET. The NEET result can only be downloaded from this website. No personal email or mobile communication will be sent to the NEET Aspirants regarding the declaration of the result.

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Indian Army BSc Nursing Counselling & Admission Process 2026

The shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview and medical examination. Based on the performance of a candidate in all the rounds, including the written exam, personal interview, and medical examination, a final merit list will be prepared. After satisfying all the medical and other physical prerequisites, the candidates will be given admission to their respective choice of college, out of the six nursing colleges across India.

The candidates can see below the list of documents required at the time of admission:

  1. NEET (UG) 2026 Score Card,
  2. Class 12th marksheet,
  3. Proof of Date of Birth,
  4. Aadhar card, Pan card, passport,
  5. Caste, PwD and other certificates claiming any reservation,
  6. Passport-size photographs.

Indian Army BSc Nursing 2026 Seat Matrix

Take a look at the MNS College Campus, their Affiliated University, and the Seat Availability with them to apply for the course as tabulated below: 

MNS College Campus

Affiliated University

Seats Available

CoN, AFMC, Pune

Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)

40

CoN, CH, Kolkata

West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS)

30

CoN, INHS Asvini, Mumbai

Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)

40

CoN, AH (R&R), New Delhi

Delhi University (DU)

30

CoN, CH (CC), Lucknow

Atal Bihar Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU)

40

CoN, CH (AF), Bangalore

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)

40

Total Seats

220

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When did NEET become mandatory to appear for the Indian Army BSc selection process?
A: 

In 2022, DGMS started accepting the NEET scores for entry to the MNS programme. It scrapped the entrance exam conducted by them and welcomed NEET scores for the initial screening process. 

Q:   When will the counselling process for MNS services begin?
A: 

The MNS Counselling schedule will not be released as no counselling is held for admissions. Only ToGIGE and PAT will be conducted, followed by a medical fitness test. If a candidate clears all levels, an immediate joining letter will be extended.

Q:   Does DGMS conduct counselling for admission to MNS?
A: 

No, DGMS does not conduct any counselling process for granting admission to the Indian Army BSc nursing programme. Candidates will only have to appear for the NEET UG exam. A merit list will be released for the candidates who clear the cutoff. 

Q:   Who will conduct the Indian Army BSc nursing counselling?
A: 

There is no counselling process for selection to the MNS as DGMS does not conduct any counselling process for the aspirants. Candidates must appear for the PAT and medical fitness test to secure the seat in the college. 

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Indian Army BSc Nursing 2026 FAQs

The candidates can see here the frequently asked questions of Indian Army BSc Nursing Exam 2026.

Q:   I don’t have a NEET UG scorecard. Will I get admission in MNS?
A: 

No, without presenting NEET scorecard at the time of admission, Indian Army BSc nursing seat will not be allocated to any candidate. It is a mandatory requirement without which the admission does not stand valid. 

Q:   When will the result of the Indian Army BSc Nursing 2026 be announced?
A: 

The MNS entrance exam has been scrapped. However, a separate admission process is followed by DGMS in which they conduct an aptitude test of those candidates who meet the cutoff and appear for the NEET UG exam. After the screening process concludes, a merit list of the final candidates who get selected is released on the official website. 

Q:   What is the Indian Army B.Sc. Nursing application fee for General category candidates?
A: 

The Indian Army B.Sc. Nursing application fee for the General category candidates is INR 200/-. There is some exemption for the female and transgender candidates belonging to SC/ST category. 

Q:   Can I get admission in MNS with a NEET score of 250 marks?
A: 

A NEET score of 250 marks does not define or guarantee that admission to the MNS college will not be granted. It depends on multiple factors, such as the candidate's category. The seat availability in the college till the last round of counselling. Aspirants are advised to apply for MNS admission rather than thinking about the low NEET score. Although an ideal score to aim for admission should be 500+ marks.

Q:   What document are required for verification by DGMS?
A: 

The conducting body demands candidates to bring originals of the documents such as HSC marksheet, Aadhar card, other verification proofs and quota certificates if admission is being applied under any reserved category. 

Q:   Will DGMS issue any admit card for ToGIGE?
A: 

No, the ToGIGE admit card will not be released by the conducting body. If the name of the candidate will appear in the merit list, he/she will have to appear for the written test on the allotted date and time slot. 

Q:   Where will the MNS document verification process take place?
A: 

For MNS document verification, candidates will be called to Delhi campus and the entire selection process and admission formalities will be carried out from that facility only. 

Q:   How many seats will be available through MNS nursing exam?
A: 

Six institutions in India provide a total of 220 BSc. nursing seats. Candidates can apply for the exam to seek admission on these seats in the Indian Army cadre. Those six institutes are stationed in different location namely, CON, AFMC, Pune; CON, CH (EC), Kolkata; CON, INHS Asvini, Mumbai; CON, AH (R&R), New Delhi; CON, CH (CC), Lucknow; and CON, CH (AF), Bangalore.

Q:   Will the Indian Army BSc Nursing interview be conducted online or offline?
A: 

The personal interview for the Indian Army BSc Nursing programme was conducted offline at the physical location which was intimated to the shortlisted candidates via email. Candidates appeared for the interview on the pre-designated time and slot to avoid confusion at the campus.

Q:   Is Indian Army BSc Nursing exam on online or offline exam?
A: 

The entrance exam for Indian Army BSc nursing exam has been scrapped. The basic eligibility is to appear for the NEET UG exam. In addition, an online physchological exam will be conducted for a duration of 30 minutes.  In addition to this, admission to MNS services requires candidates to appear for an aptitude test named Test of General Intelligence and General English (TOGIGE). This exam is conducted in addition to the Psychological Aptitude Test (PAT) which is required to shortlist candidates for the further round of selection i.e. Interview.

Q:   Who sets the Indian Army BSc Nursing exam pattern?
A: 

The exam conducting body,  DGMS (Directorate General of Medical Services), defines the exam pattern guidelines of Indian Army BSc Nursing exam. The exam pattern comprise of a: 

  • Written test: Test of General Intelligence and General English (TOGIGE) and Psychological Aptitude Test  (PAT)
  • Personal interview, and a
  • Medical fitness test
Q:   Has the Indian Army BSc Nursing exam pattern changed?
A: 

Yes, from 2023 onwards, Indian Army BSc Nursing has mandated NEET UG as the qualifying score for shortlisting candidates for the Indian Army BSc Nursing exam. In addition, candidates will have to appear for an online written test called Test of General Intelligence and General English (TOGIGE) and Psychological Aptitude Test (PAT) to clear the screening test for MNS services. In addition, a personal interview and medical test is also conducted to shortlist the female nursing candidates. 

Q:   What is the admission process of Indian Army BSc Nursing exam?
A: 

As a first step, one needs to appear for the NEET UG exam. Post which candidate had to submit documents for verification. Later on applicants had to appear for a written test, the Psychological aptitude test, personal interview, and a mandatory medical fitness round. 

Q:   What is Indian Army BSc Nursing exam pattern?
A: 

There is no exam pattern for the Indian Army BSc Nursing exam as the exam has been cancelled. Candidates must appear for the NEET exam to be eligible to participate in the Indian Army BSc Nursing admission process. Kindly refer to the NEET exam pattern to appear for the exam.

Q:   Is there an application fee for the Indian Army BSc Nursing Interview as well?
A: 

No, there is no separate application fee for appearing in the Indian Army BSc Nursing interview. A common screening process fee has to be paid to at the time of filling out the application form.  

Q:   Are transgender category candidates eligible for participating in the MNS admission process?
A: 

Yes, Indian transgender category candidates are eligible to apply for the Indian Army BSc Nursing exam. The conducting body, DGMS, will not charge any fee from the SC/ST category candidates to appear for MNS process. 

Q:   Are female candidates exempted from paying MNS application fee?
A: 

No, only the candidates belonging to the SC/ST category are exempted from paying the Indian Army BSc Nursing application fee. The rest have to pay INR 200/- for participating in the screening process of MNS programme. 

Q:   Can men apply for the Indian Army BSc nursing programme?
A: 

No, the men cannot apply for the Indian Army BSc Nursing Exam. Only unmarried females can apply for the exam. Divorced/legally separated/ widow
without encumbrances can also apply for the exam.

Q:   What is the basic educational eligibility criteria to apply for the MNS exam?
A: 

Candidate must have passed in the FIRST Attempt, senior secondary examination (10+2) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, and English with not less than 50 per cent as regular student from a recognised board/statutory/University/Examination body. Candidates who have qualified NCC 'C' are required to upload their certificate during the time of application process.  

Q:   How many seats are there in MNS programme?
A: 

The Indian Army BSc Nursing programme offers 220 seats, which are distributed among the six colleges for admission to the MNS course: 

MNS College Campus

Seats Available

CoN, AFMC, Pune

40

CoN, CH, Kolkata

30

CoN, INHS Asvini, Mumbai

40

CoN, AH (R&R), New Delhi

30

CoN, CH (CC), Lucknow

40

CoN, CH (AF), Bangalore

40

Total Seats

220

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