About General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
Bhavya Shree Institute of Nursing, Patna offers a 3-year GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) diploma programme recognised by the Indian Nursing Council and approved under Bihar Nursing Registration Council norms. Admission is through the DCECE PM examination conducted by Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board. Total fees are INR 6.5 Lakhs for the 3-year programme with a mandatory 6-month internship. The institute has an intake of 30 seats and is located in Kumhrar, Patna.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. DCECE PM 2026 Round 2 admission ended 28 July 2026.
BSIN Patna GNM Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Hostel Charges (optional) | Contact college |
| Total Fees (3-year programme) | INR 6,50,000 |
- Total fee of INR 6.5 Lakhs is as per 2023 to 2024 published figures from available sources.
- Candidates should confirm the 2026 per-year fee structure with the institute before admission.
- Hostel and ancillary fees are not included and must be confirmed separately with the college.
BSIN Patna GNM Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| DCECE PM 2026 Exam Held | May 24, 2026 |
| DCECE PM 2026 Rank Card Released | Jun 11, 2026 |
| Online Choice Filling Opened | Jun 23, 2026 |
| Choice Filling Closed | Jun 30, 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Released | Jul 8, 2026 |
| Round 1 Document Verification and Admission | Jul 11 to 13, 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment Released | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Revised Round 2 Seat Allotment | Jul 25, 2026 |
| Revised Round 2 Document Verification and Admission | Jul 25 to 28, 2026 |
- DCECE PM 2026 is conducted by BCECEB for GNM and paramedical admissions in Bihar.
- Online counselling was conducted through the official BCECEB portal at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
- Bihar permanent residency is mandatory for all DCECE PM 2026 candidates.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognised board
- Minimum 40% aggregate marks in PCB for General and reserved category candidates
- Minimum age 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year
- Indian citizen and permanent resident of Bihar with valid domicile certificate
- Medical fitness certificate as per BCECEB standards required at time of admission
Admission Process
- DCECE PM 2026 exam was held on May 24, 2026 in offline OMR mode
- Rank card was released on June 11, 2026 at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
- Online choice filling opened June 23 and closed June 30, 2026
- Round 1 allotment was released July 8 and document verification held July 11 to 13
- Revised Round 2 seat allotment was released July 25 with final admission by July 28
- Admitted candidates must complete enrollment with original documents and fee payment at BSIN
✓ Opt for this if
- Bihar domicile holder with a DCECE PM 2026 rank seeking GNM in Patna
- Targeting a 3-year GNM diploma for bedside nursing and midwifery practice
- Programme budget is INR 6.5 Lakhs for the full GNM diploma at BSIN
- Aiming for BNRC registration and staff nurse roles in Bihar hospitals
- Preferring a diploma route into nursing before considering BSc Nursing upgrade
✗ Skip if
- Strong DCECE PM rank qualifies for government GNM college with lower fees
- Not a Bihar domicile holder as DCECE PM requires Bihar permanent residency
- Planning a BSc Nursing or MSc Nursing degree path from the start
- Require published placement data and average packages before committing
BSIN Patna GNM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students | As per Bihar government norms | SC/ST/OBC students from Bihar with family income below prescribed limit |
| Central Sector Scholarship for Professional Courses | INR 20,000 per year | Students with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs and merit in DCECE PM |
| Minority Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | As per scheme norms | Minority community students with annual family income below INR 2 Lakhs |
- Bihar scholarships are applied through the E-Kalyan Bihar portal at ekalyan.bih.nic.in.
- Central scholarships require submission at the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
BSIN Patna GNM FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for GNM at Bhavya Shree Institute Patna?
Ans. The total fee for the GNM programme at Bhavya Shree Institute of Nursing, Patna is INR 6.5 Lakhs for the 3-year programme as per the 2023 to 2024 published fee structure. This does not include hostel or ancillary fees. Candidates must verify the updated 2026 fee with the college admissions office before completing admission formalities after DCECE PM seat allotment.
Ques. What is the eligibility for GNM at Bhavya Shree Institute Patna 2026?
Ans. Candidates applying for GNM at Bhavya Shree Institute of Nursing through DCECE PM 2026 must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum of 40% aggregate marks. Bihar domicile is mandatory as DCECE PM is open only to permanent Bihar residents. The minimum age is 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year. A medical fitness certificate is required at document verification.
Ques. What is the difference between BSc Nursing and GNM at Bhavya Shree Institute Patna?
Ans. BSc Nursing at Bhavya Shree Institute is a 4-year degree with total fees of INR 8 Lakhs, admitted through BCECE, leading to a Bihar University of Health Sciences degree. GNM is a 3-year diploma with total fees of INR 6.5 Lakhs, admitted through DCECE PM, leading to an INC-approved diploma. BSc Nursing enables MSc Nursing and teaching pathways, while GNM offers faster entry into clinical nursing for candidates seeking early employment.
Ques. What career options exist after GNM from Bhavya Shree Institute Patna?
Ans. GNM graduates from Bhavya Shree Institute of Nursing, Patna can register with the Bihar Nursing Registration Council and apply for staff nurse and midwifery roles in government and private hospitals across Bihar. Major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru also recruit GNM-qualified nurses. Graduates may also upgrade to BSc Nursing through the post-basic bridge course, or pursue Gulf nursing employment through government-registered agencies after gaining required work experience.
Ques. What is the mandatory internship requirement for GNM at BSIN Patna?
Ans. The GNM programme at Bhavya Shree Institute of Nursing, Patna includes a mandatory 6-month internship after the 3-year academic curriculum, making total programme duration 42 months. The internship covers rotations in medical-surgical nursing, obstetric and gynaecology nursing, community health nursing, and paediatric nursing. Satisfactory completion is required before BNRC registration and the award of the GNM diploma certificate.
Ques. How does DCECE PM 2026 rank determine GNM college allotment in Bihar?
Ans. In DCECE PM 2026 counselling by BCECEB, candidates are allotted GNM seats based on merit rank and college preferences filled during choice filling. Lower rank numbers indicate higher merit and priority access to preferred colleges. Better-ranked candidates can secure government nursing seats with lower fees, while those with moderate ranks are allotted to private colleges like Bhavya Shree Institute of Nursing during Round 1 or Round 2.