General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
About General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
Acharya Shri Chander Institute of Nursing Education, Jammu, offers a 3.5-year full-time Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with admission through JKBOPEE merit-based counselling. Total fees for the 3-year academic component are INR 2,10,000. The institute, established in 1969, provides clinical training at the attached 507-bedded ASCOMS Hospital, making it one of Jammu foremost nursing programs in a full-scale teaching hospital setting.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Acharya Shri Chander GNM Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | INR 70,000 per year |
| Total Fees (3 academic years) | INR 2,10,000 |
- Internship semester fees are charged separately as per institutional norms.
- Management quota fees may differ from government quota rates and should be confirmed with the institute.
Acharya Shri Chander GNM Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JKBOPEE GNM Registration Closes | April 1, 2026 |
| College Application Closes | April 18, 2026 |
| JKBOPEE GNM Merit List | May 1, 2026 |
| JKBOPEE Counselling | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- JKBOPEE GNM merit list was released on May 1, 2026 based on Class 12 PCB aggregate marks.
- There is no separate entrance exam for GNM admission through JKBOPEE as selection is merit-based.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects
- Minimum 40% aggregate marks in PCB for general category (relaxation for reserved categories)
- Jammu and Kashmir domicile certificate required for JKBOPEE government quota seats
- Minimum age of 17 years at the time of admission
Admission Process
- Register on the JKBOPEE portal during the GNM admission registration window
- No separate entrance exam is required as selection is based on Class 12 PCB merit
- Upload Class 12 marksheets, domicile certificate, and other required documents
- Participate in JKBOPEE GNM counselling and fill institute preferences online
- Receive seat allotment based on merit rank and submitted preferences
- Report to Acharya Shri Chander Institute of Nursing Education for document verification and fee payment
✓ Opt for this if
- Jammu and Kashmir domicile student seeking merit-based GNM admission in Jammu
- Want clinical training at a 507-bedded multi-specialty teaching hospital on campus
- Planning nursing career in Jammu and Kashmir after completing the GNM diploma
- Prefer a nursing diploma pathway over a 4-year BSc Nursing degree
- Eligible for JKBOPEE government quota GNM seat based on Class 12 marks
✗ Skip if
- Aiming for a B.Sc Nursing degree instead of a GNM diploma qualification
- Looking for a nursing institution outside Jammu in a larger metro city
- Need a program with pan-India nursing placement tracking and median salary data
- Prefer a college offering multiple nursing programs beyond GNM
Acharya Shri Chander GNM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Acharya Shri Chander Meritorious Scholarship | Merit-based fee concession | Students with top Class 12 ranks admitted to the GNM program |
| EWS Scholarship | Based on financial assessment | Economically weaker section students with valid EWS certificate |
| PM Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS) | Up to INR 1,25,000 per year | Jammu and Kashmir domicile students in approved professional programs |
| Central Sector Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | Students above 80th percentile in Class 12 with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs |
- Meritorious and EWS scholarships are applied for through the institute scholarship office.
- Apply for Central Sector Scholarship and PMSSS at scholarships.gov.in before the NSP deadline.
Acharya Shri Chander GNM FAQs
Ques. Is there a separate entrance exam for GNM admission at Acharya Shri Chander Institute of Nursing Education?
Ans. No, there is no separate entrance exam for GNM admission at Acharya Shri Chander Institute of Nursing Education. The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) conducts merit-based selection for GNM seats using Class 12 PCB aggregate marks. Candidates register on the JKBOPEE portal and receive allotment through the counselling process. Management quota seats may be filled through direct admission by the institute.
Ques. What is the total fee for GNM at Acharya Shri Chander Institute of Nursing Education?
Ans. The total fee for the GNM program at Acharya Shri Chander Institute of Nursing Education is INR 2,10,000 for the 3-year academic component, which works out to INR 70,000 per year. The 6-month internship may attract additional institutional charges. Management quota fees may differ and should be confirmed directly with the institute admissions office.
Ques. What clinical training facilities are available for GNM students at this institute?
Ans. GNM students at Acharya Shri Chander Institute of Nursing Education receive clinical training at the 507-bedded ASCOMS (Acharya Shri Chander College of Medical Sciences) Hospital attached to the campus. The hospital offers exposure across medical, surgical, paediatric, maternity, and community health wards. Students also have access to non-clinical and para-clinical departmental infrastructure of ASCOMS for comprehensive nursing education from the first year.
Ques. Who can apply for GNM admission through JKBOPEE at this institute?
Ans. Jammu and Kashmir domicile candidates who have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with a minimum 40% aggregate in PCB are eligible to apply through JKBOPEE for government quota GNM seats at Acharya Shri Chander Institute. Non-domicile candidates may apply for management quota seats through direct admission. All candidates must be at least 17 years of age at the time of admission.
Ques. What are the career options after completing GNM from Acharya Shri Chander Institute?
Ans. After completing GNM from Acharya Shri Chander Institute of Nursing Education, graduates can work as staff nurses or auxiliary nurse midwives in government hospitals, private hospitals, community health centres, and clinics across Jammu and Kashmir. They may also appear for Jammu and Kashmir government nursing recruitment exams. GNM graduates wishing to upgrade their qualification can pursue the 2-year Post Basic B.Sc Nursing for higher nursing roles and career advancement.
Ques. Are scholarships available for GNM students at Acharya Shri Chander Institute?
Ans. Yes, Acharya Shri Chander Institute offers a meritorious scholarship based on Class 12 performance and an EWS scholarship for economically weaker students. Jammu and Kashmir domicile students may also apply for the Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS), which provides up to INR 1,25,000 per year. The Central Sector Scholarship on the NSP portal is also open to eligible GNM students at this institute.