Diploma in Nursing

This program provides comprehensive training in patient care, medical procedures, and healthcare management, preparing students to assist doctors and ensure patient well-being in various healthcare settings.

Course Duration

3 Years (plus 6 months internship for some programs)

Average Fees

₹20,000 - ₹80,000 per year (varies by government vs. private institutions)

Entrance

Competitive Exam May Be Required (e.g., PPBN Entrance Test, AIIMS Nursing Entrance)

Anatomy and Physiology
Fundamentals of Nursing
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Community Health Nursing, Midwifery

Patient assessment and care
Administration of medications
Wound dressing and emergency response
Communication and empathy in healthcare

10+2 pass with a minimum of 40-50% marks (Science with Biology preferred)
Age: 17-35 years (relaxation may apply for reserved categories)

PPBN Entrance Test (Punjab Para Medical Entrance Test)
AIIMS Nursing Entrance, State-level nursing exams
Institute-specific aptitude tests

Staff Nurse, Community Health Worker
Nursing Assistant, ICU Nurse
Home Care Nurse, Public Health Nurse
Opportunities in hospitals, clinics, and NGOs

Entry: ₹2L-₹3.5L p.a.
Mid: ₹3.5L-₹6L p.a.
Senior: ₹6L-₹10L p.a. (depends on experience and location)

Government College of Nursing, Amritsar
- Contact Email: principal.gcnasr@punjab.gov.in
- Phone Number: +91-183-2221403
- Website: gconamritsar.org
- Details: Affiliated with Guru Nanak Dev University, offers robust clinical training.
Government College of Nursing, Patiala
- Contact Email: principal.gcnptl@punjab.gov.in
- Phone Number: +91-175-2212055
- Website: gconpatiala.org
- Details: Known for advanced nursing labs and hospital attachments.
Sri Guru Ram Das College of Nursing, Amritsar
- Contact Email: sgrdnursing@sgrd.com
- Phone Number: +91-183-5004970
- Website: sgrdnursing.com
- Details: Focuses on practical patient care training.
Government College of Nursing, Ludhiana
- Contact Email: principal.gcnldh@punjab.gov.in
- Phone Number: +91-161-2300120
- Website: gconludhiana.org
- Details: Offers extensive internship opportunities.
Dayanand Medical College and Hospital (DMCH), Ludhiana (Nursing School)
- Contact Email: nursing@dmch.edu
- Phone Number: +91-161-4686600
- Website: dmch.edu
- Details: Renowned for clinical exposure and placement support.

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
- Contact Email: nursing@aiims.edu
- Phone Number: +91-11-26588500
- Website: aiims.edu
- Details: Premier institute with world-class nursing education.
Government College of Nursing, Bangalore
- Contact Email: principal.gcn@rcn.org.in
- Phone Number: +91-80-26704729
- Website: rcn.org.in
- Details: Known for advanced healthcare training.
Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore (Nursing School)
- Contact Email: nursing@cmcvellore.ac.in
- Phone Number: +91-416-2281000
- Website: cmch-vellore.edu
- Details: Offers specialized nursing programs.
Government College of Nursing, Thiruvananthapuram
- Contact Email: principal.gcn@trivandrum.nic.in
- Phone Number: +91-471-2528386
- Website: gcntrivandrum.org
- Details: Focuses on community health nursing.
Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune (Nursing Wing)
- Contact Email: nursing@afmc.nic.in
- Phone Number: +91-20-26306001
- Website: afmc.nic.in
- Details: Provides military and civilian nursing training.

Employability Rating

8/10 (High demand in healthcare)

Growing healthcare needs and aging populations drive demand for skilled nurses.