General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program include an annual tuition fee of INR 100,000 over the first four years, with a total tuition fee for the entire course ranging from INR 400,000 to INR 450,000. Additional fees consist of a one-time refundable caution money of INR 3,000 and a security deposit of INR 10,000, as well as a student fund fee of INR 1,000.
Examination and miscellaneous fees, including contributions to the AIP, are extra. The hostel fee is INR 12,000 annually. Various scholarships, including the Post Metric Scholarship and the Medhavi Chhatra Yojana, are available for eligible students, potentially reducing the tuition fee significantly. Scholarships may require recipients to serve a mandatory two-year rural service. For SC, ST, and OBC students with a family income below INR 8 lakh per annum, the fee is reduced to INR 14,000 annually when scholarships are applied.
About General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College (NSCBMC), Jabalpur, offers a 3.5-year Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) through its attached nursing school. Admission is based on the MP GNMTST (General Nursing and Midwifery Training Selection Test) score, with counselling managed by the MP Nurses Registration Council. Total course fees are INR 1,39,000. NSCBMC is affiliated to MPMSU Jabalpur, and NSCB Hospital provides practical nursing training across multiple clinical departments.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).
NSCBMC GNM Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Total Course Fee (3.5-year program) | INR 1,39,000 |
| Hostel Charges (Optional) | INR 12,000 per year |
| Total Fees | INR 1,39,000 |
- Total fees cover the full 3.5-year GNM program at the government institution.
- Hostel charges are billed separately and are not included in the course total.
- SC/ST students may qualify for full fee reimbursement under MP state scholarship schemes.
NSCBMC GNM Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| MP GNMTST 2026 | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| MP Nursing Council Counselling Registration Closing | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- MP GNMTST is conducted by MPESB and official dates are notified at esb.mp.gov.in.
- The test consists of 100 MCQs covering Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and General Knowledge.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories) with English as a compulsory subject.
- Science stream (PCB) preferred. Candidates who completed 10+2 with a vocational ANM course and 40% marks are also eligible.
- Minimum age 17 years as on December 31 of the admission year. Registered ANM candidates may also apply under lateral entry provisions.
Admission Process
- Register and appear in MP GNMTST 2026 conducted by MPESB at esb.mp.gov.in.
- Check merit list published by the MP Nurses Registration Council after the test results.
- Register for MP Nursing Council online counselling during the notified window.
- Accept the allotted seat at NSCBMC and pay the required fee within the deadline.
- Report to NSCBMC, Jabalpur, with original documents for verification and enrollment.
✓ Opt for this if
- You want an affordable 3.5-year nursing diploma at a government hospital in MP.
- You plan to join MP government nursing services after completing GNM.
- You want practical training at a 960-bed teaching hospital in Jabalpur.
- You prefer the diploma GNM route over the 4-year B.Sc Nursing program.
- You have family income qualifying for full fee waiver under MP scholarships.
✗ Skip if
- You prefer B.Sc Nursing for a degree-level qualification over a diploma.
- You want a standalone nursing college rather than a medical college nursing school.
- You plan to work in corporate hospitals where B.Sc Nursing is typically preferred.
- You prefer Bhopal, Indore, or other MP cities for nursing training.
NSCBMC GNM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| MP Post-Matric Scholarship | Up to 100% tuition waiver | SC/ST/OBC students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per annum |
| Mukhya Mantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana | Up to 100% tuition fee | MP domicile students with 70%+ in MP Board or 80%+ in CBSE 10+2 |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | INR 12,000 per year | All categories with family income below INR 6 Lakhs per annum |
- SC/ST students may receive full fee reimbursement under MP state scholarship orders.
- Apply at scholarships.gov.in before the notified closing date for NSP central scholarships.
NSCBMC GNM FAQs
Ques. What exam is required for GNM admission at NSCBMC Jabalpur?
Ans. Admission to the GNM program at NSCBMC Jabalpur is based on the MP GNMTST (General Nursing and Midwifery Training Selection Test), conducted by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) at esb.mp.gov.in. The test consists of 100 MCQs from Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and General Knowledge over 2 hours. After results are published, the MP Nurses Registration Council manages online counselling and seat allotment for government nursing institutions across the state.
Ques. What is the total fee for GNM at NSCBMC and what does it include?
Ans. The total course fee for the GNM program at NSCBMC Jabalpur is INR 1,39,000 for the full 3.5-year duration at this government institution. Hostel charges of INR 12,000 per year are billed separately. SC/ST students may receive up to 100% fee waiver under MP Post-Matric Scholarship. The program includes practical hospital training under supervision at NSCB Hospital, which is included within the course fee structure.
Ques. What is the duration and structure of the GNM program at NSCBMC?
Ans. The GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) program at NSCBMC is a 3.5-year diploma consisting of 3 years of academic and clinical training followed by a 6-month community nursing internship. The curriculum covers medical-surgical nursing, obstetric and gynaecological nursing, community health nursing, and paediatric nursing. Clinical rotations are conducted at NSCB Hospital, giving students hands-on experience across multiple departments of the government teaching hospital.
Ques. What career options are available after completing GNM from NSCBMC Jabalpur?
Ans. GNM graduates from NSCBMC are eligible to register with the MP Nurses Registration Council and can work as staff nurses in government hospitals, community health centres, and primary health centres across MP. They can also apply for government nursing posts through MPPEB competitive exams. After gaining experience, GNM nurses can pursue Post Basic B.Sc Nursing to upgrade their qualification and improve career prospects in private and corporate hospital settings.
Ques. What scholarships are available for GNM students at NSCBMC?
Ans. GNM students at NSCBMC can apply for the MP Post-Matric Scholarship, which provides up to 100% fee reimbursement for SC/ST candidates and partial support for OBC students with family income below INR 2,50,000. The Mukhya Mantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana covers tuition for eligible MP domicile students with strong 10+2 marks. NSP Central Sector Scholarships of INR 12,000 per year are available at scholarships.gov.in for eligible applicants.