General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
About General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) programme at Mysore Medical College and Research Institute (MMCARI), Mysore, is a 3.5-year government nursing diploma affiliated to RGUHS and recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC). MMCARI’s nursing school offers 40 GNM seats with clinical training at K.R. Hospital, Mysore. MMCARI ranks 104 in an external review site’s 2025 India Medical Colleges list. The government-regulated fee is INR 40,000 total.
📋 Admission Status: GNM admission for the 2026-27 session is merit-based through KEA Karnataka nursing counselling. Eligible Class 12 PCB candidates apply through the KEA portal, and seats are allotted based on qualifying-examination marks. The counselling schedule is typically notified by June-July 2026.
Key Points
- Government GNM diploma, RGUHS-affiliated, INC-recognised.
- Three-year study plus six-month compulsory internship.
- 40 seats with training at K.R. Hospital, Mysore.
- Admission via KEA Karnataka nursing counselling, merit-based.
- Government-regulated fee of INR 40,000 total.
- RN and RM registration eligible on course completion.
MMCARI Mysore GNM Nursing Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Total Fees (3.5 Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 40,000 |
- MMCARI is a government institution and GNM fees are government-regulated.
- Fee shown is the government-quota tuition fee for the GNM diploma.
- Hostel charges, if availed, are billed separately.
- Confirm the current fee with the MMCARI nursing office before joining.
MMCARI Mysore GNM Nursing Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KEA Counselling Registration | June-July 2026 (as notified by KEA) |
| Seat Allotment and Joining | As notified for the 2026-27 session |
| GNM Classes Commence | 2026 (as per the KEA and RGUHS calendar) |
| KEA Karnataka Nursing Counselling (Merit-based) Registration End | June-July 2026 |
| KEA Karnataka Nursing Counselling (Merit-based) Exam Date | No written entrance |
| KEA Karnataka Nursing Counselling (Merit-based) Result | Merit list |
- Admission is merit-based on Class 12 qualifying-examination marks.
- Apply through the KEA Karnataka nursing counselling portal.
- Physics, Chemistry, and Biology are required in Class 12.
- Minimum 45% aggregate in Class 12 is required.
- The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2 or equivalent) from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects, with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates), as prescribed by INC for GNM admission.
- Candidates must be aged 17 to 35 years as on the date of admission and must produce a medical fitness certificate. Karnataka domicile norms apply as specified by KEA for the 2026-27 intake.
Admission Process
- Pass Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology at minimum 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC).
- Register on the KEA Karnataka nursing counselling portal when the notification for the 2026-27 GNM intake is published.
- Upload required documents (Class 12 marksheet, transfer certificate, caste certificate if applicable, medical fitness certificate) and submit the application.
- Appear in the merit list prepared on qualifying-examination marks and participate in the KEA counselling process.
- Select MMCARI Mysore during counselling, complete document verification with originals, pay the prescribed fee, and report within the joining deadline.
✓ Opt for this if
- A government GNM diploma at low fees is the priority
- Clinical nursing training at a government teaching hospital is valued
- Government hospital nursing employment in Karnataka is the goal
- Mysore or southern Karnataka is the preferred study location
✗ Skip if
- A degree-level B.Sc Nursing is preferred over a diploma
- A metro-city private hospital nursing career is targeted
- Relocation outside Karnataka after graduation is the plan
MMCARI Mysore GNM Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | As per NSP norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students, apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| Karnataka SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Full or partial fee reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST students, via state portal |
| Karnataka OBC/Minority Scholarship | Partial financial support | Karnataka domicile OBC/Minority students, via state portal |
| PM YASASVI Scholarship | As per scheme norms | OBC/EBC/DNT students, apply at yasasvi.nta.ac.in |
- Most state scholarships apply to Karnataka domicile students.
- Central government scholarships are open to eligible SC/ST/OBC/Minority students.
- Contact the MMCARI Mysore admissions office for scholarship guidance.
MMCARI Mysore GNM Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for GNM at MMCARI Mysore?
Ans. The total fee for the GNM programme at MMCARI Mysore is INR 40,000 for the three-and-a-half-year diploma (three years of study plus six-month internship). MMCARI is a government institution affiliated to RGUHS, and GNM fees are government-regulated. Hostel charges, if availed, are billed separately. Confirm the current fee with the MMCARI nursing admissions office before joining.
Ques. What is the eligibility for GNM at MMCARI Mysore?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates), as prescribed by the Indian Nursing Council. Candidates must be aged 17 to 35 years and must produce a medical fitness certificate.
Ques. How is GNM admission done at MMCARI Mysore?
Ans. GNM admission at MMCARI Mysore is merit-based through KEA Karnataka nursing counselling. There is no written entrance examination. Candidates register on the KEA portal, and seats are allotted on qualifying-examination marks in the merit list. Document verification and fee payment are completed during the KEA counselling process.
Ques. What does the GNM programme at MMCARI Mysore cover?
Ans. The GNM programme at MMCARI Mysore covers medical and surgical nursing, obstetrics and midwifery, paediatric nursing, psychiatric nursing, community health nursing, and clinical nursing procedures. The three-year academic programme includes supervised clinical postings at K.R. Hospital and Cheluvamba Hospital, followed by a six-month compulsory internship before registration as a Registered Nurse and Midwife.
Ques. What career options follow GNM from MMCARI Mysore?
Ans. GNM graduates from MMCARI Mysore are eligible to register as Registered Nurses and Midwives (RN and RM) with the Karnataka Nursing Council and can work as staff nurses in government and private hospitals, community health centres, and primary health centres. Government nursing recruitment (KPSC, NHM Karnataka) is a primary employment route. Graduates can also pursue B.Sc Nursing as a post-basic degree for career advancement.
Ques. Is GNM from MMCARI Mysore recognised by the Indian Nursing Council?
Ans. Yes. The GNM programme at MMCARI Mysore is affiliated to RGUHS and recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Karnataka Nursing Council. Graduates are eligible for RN and RM registration and can work as nurses in India and apply for overseas nursing licensure examinations (NCLEX, NMC CBT) after meeting additional eligibility criteria.