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About General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
GCRG Group of Institutions, Lucknow, offers a three-year Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery programme approved by the Indian Nursing Council and regulated under the Uttar Pradesh Nurses and Midwives Council. The programme trains students in nursing care, midwifery, community health, and clinical procedures at affiliated hospitals. Total programme fees are INR 3,30,000. Admission is through UPGET, the UP state-level General Nursing entrance test conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins August 2026.
GCRG GNM Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 1,10,000 |
| Hostel (Optional) | Charges separate |
| Total Fees | INR 3,30,000 |
- Total Fees represent tuition for the complete three-year programme excluding hostel.
- The programme also includes a mandatory six-month internship after the three-year course.
- Hostel accommodation is available at GCRG campus at additional and optional cost.
GCRG GNM Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UPGET Exam | June 16, 2026 |
| UPGET Result Declared | June 20, 2026 |
| Round 1 Choice Filling Opened | June 21, 2026 |
| Round 1 Choice Filling Closed | June 25, 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | June 27, 2026 |
| Round 1 Reporting to College | June 28 to July 3, 2026 |
| Round 2 Counselling | July 6 to July 10, 2026 |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 |
- All GNM admissions at private colleges in Uttar Pradesh are through UPGET conducted by ABVMU.
- Candidates must carry the UPGET scorecard and original documents at the time of college reporting.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 from a recognised board including State Open School or NIOS with a minimum of 40 percent marks in the qualifying examination.
- English passed individually in the qualifying examination from a recognised board.
- Minimum age of 17 years as on or before 31 December 2026. No upper age limit specified for the GNM programme.
- Medically fit as per the standards prescribed by the Indian Nursing Council for nursing admission.
Admission Process
- Register and appear in UPGET conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University, Lucknow.
- After the UPGET result, register for UP GNM counselling on the ABVMU counselling portal.
- Fill choice of nursing training schools and colleges during the choice-filling round based on UPGET rank.
- Receive seat allotment and report to GCRG College of Nursing with original mark sheets, UPGET scorecard, and supporting documents.
- Pay the annual fee and complete the enrolment formalities to confirm the GNM seat for the academic session.
✓ Opt for this if
- You want an INC-approved GNM diploma to enter the nursing profession in Uttar Pradesh.
- You have passed 10+2 with English and 40 percent and qualify the UPGET.
- You plan to work in government or private hospitals as a registered nursing staff.
- You prefer a nursing programme in Lucknow with clinical exposure at affiliated facilities.
✗ Skip if
- You plan to pursue international nursing registration, which typically requires a B.Sc Nursing degree.
- You want a degree-level nursing qualification from an INC-approved B.Sc Nursing programme.
- The three-year total fee of INR 3,30,000 exceeds your planned education budget.
GCRG GNM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| GCRG Memorial Trust Scholarship | Merit-based fee concession | Meritorious students based on UPGET rank and academic performance |
| Girl Child Incentive Scheme | Fee concession on tuition | Female students admitted to GCRG nursing programmes |
| UP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC, ST, OBC, and EWS students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh |
| National Scholarship Portal | As per government norms | Students from families with annual income below the prescribed threshold |
- Government scholarships applied through scholarships.gov.in before the annual deadline.
- GCRG institutional scholarships awarded at admission based on UPGET merit rank.
GCRG GNM FAQs
Ques. Is GCRG GNM approved by the Indian Nursing Council?
Ans. Yes, the GNM programme at GCRG Group of Institutions, Lucknow, is approved by the Indian Nursing Council and regulated under the Uttar Pradesh Nurses and Midwives Council. This approval allows graduates to register as General Nurse and Midwife with the state nursing council and work legally in government and private hospitals across Uttar Pradesh and other states.
Ques. What is the total fee for GNM at GCRG Lucknow?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the three-year GNM programme at GCRG is INR 3,30,000, payable at INR 1,10,000 per year. Hostel accommodation is available at additional and optional cost. Students from SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories may apply for UP Post-Matric Scholarship and NSP schemes to partially offset the annual fee.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for GNM admission at GCRG?
Ans. All GNM admissions at private nursing institutions in Uttar Pradesh, including GCRG, are through UPGET conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University. UPGET 2026 was held on June 16, 2026, with results declared on June 20, 2026. Counselling rounds were conducted in late June and early July 2026 for seat allotment across nursing colleges.
Ques. What is the eligibility for GNM admission at GCRG Lucknow?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognised board including State Open School or NIOS with a minimum of 40 percent marks in the qualifying examination. English must have been passed individually in 10+2. The minimum age at admission is 17 years as on or before 31 December of the admission year.
Ques. What is the duration of the GNM programme at GCRG?
Ans. The GNM programme at GCRG is a three-year academic programme followed by a mandatory six-month internship, making the total duration three and a half years. The three-year academic phase covers theory and practical nursing care, midwifery, community health, and mental health nursing. The six-month internship is conducted at an affiliated hospital.
Ques. Can GNM graduates from GCRG apply for government nursing jobs in UP?
Ans. Yes, graduates of the INC-approved GNM programme from GCRG are eligible to register with the UP Nurses and Midwives Council and apply for government nursing recruitment through UPNHM, NHM state-level drives, and central government health department examinations. GNM registration with the state nursing council is mandatory before applying for government nursing positions.