ANM

If candidates aspire to become registered nurses with a broader scope of practice and more opportunities for career advancement, pursuing a BSc in Nursing would be the better choice. On the other hand, if candidates are interested in providing basic healthcare services in rural or underserved areas and prefer a shorter duration of study, ANM might be a suitable option.

Candidates can view the table below to see the comparison between the two.

Note: The information is sourced from external sites and may vary.

Both the GNM and ANM Nurses are trained to provide medical aid to people in need, but their workplace, career scope, and salary prospects differ. ANM students are trained to provide primary medical care, whereas GNM students are trained to work as Registered Nurses.
ANM Nurses work in healthcare facilities and get decent salaries, whereas GNMs know about working for a wide range of facilities such as Forensics, Communities, etc., increasing their chances of earning higher packages. However, with relevant experience and expertise, you can go for higher positions.

Government College of Nursing, Shireen Bagh, is the primary government college in Srinagar that conducts ANM (Auxiliary Nursing and Midwifery) training. The institution belongs to the Government Medical College Srinagar and runs several nursing courses, one of them being ANM. The belief is that students will be equipped with fundamental nursing knowledge and skills. Admission is usually obtained by passing CET conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations. Ensure that age and educational qualification criteria are completed for successful admissions.

Shri Swami Bhumanand College of Nursing in Haridwar offers the Auxiliary Nurse and Midwife (ANM) course, a foundational program in nursing education.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must be at least 17 years old on or before December 31 of the year in which admission is sought. The maximum age limit is 35 years. 

Candidates who cleared 10+2 grades with any subjects scoring passing marks are eligible for ANM. 

Candidates have to be medically fit and fine.

Candidates can see list some books recommended for ANM students to help them have more knowledge in their particular field -

• Communicative English for Nursing Professionals by Mary T. David.
• Nursing and Multi-Professional Practice by Janet McCray.
• Parish Nursing: Promoting Whole Person Health within Faith Communities by Phyllis Ann Solari-Twadell. 
• Management of Nursing Services and Education, 3rd Edition by I. Clement.

ANM course also known as Auxillary Nursing Midwifery, is a programme that focuses on providing basic healthcare services and trains the students to become specialised in hospital emergencies and patient handling. On the other hand Home Science courses focus more on home management systems which help in building the families and ensure their comfort. These are the different aspects of both the courses.

With a GMR rank of 67,774 and in the SC category, you can be lucky enough to get admission into Government Nursing Colleges for GNM and ANM courses in West Bengal, as there are reserved seats for SC category candidates.

ANM Nursing Training School, I.D. and B.G. Hospital, has a fee structure that ranges between INR 25,000 to INR 45,000 annually for the 2-year course on Auxiliary Nursing and Midwifery (ANM). This fee structure is subject to change on account of the various policies of the institution and additional miscellaneous charges such as uniforms, examination, etc. You should also remember to check out the charges they have for other fees. 

To get the fee structure as close as possible and current, it is advisable to contact the nursing school directly or visit its official website for further inquiries.

Auxiliary Nurse and Midwife (ANM) at Sanjeevan Medical College of Nursing is one of the most sought programs at the college. It is one of the reputed colleges in the region known for providing quality education to its students. The number of seats is restricted to 30 only. The interested candidate should have scored at least 50% marks in the 10+2 examination. The eligible candidate should be between 17 to 35 years of age.