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About General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
Santosh University, Ghaziabad offers a 3-year GNM Diploma programme with an intake of 70 seats, followed by a 6-month internship at Santosh Hospital. Admission is merit-based with no national entrance exam required. The total programme fee is INR 2,46,000 over three years. Hostel accommodation is available at INR 75,000 per year separately. Santosh University is ranked in the 151 to 200 band in NIRF University Rankings 2024.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).
Santosh University GNM Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (3 Years Total) | INR 2,46,000 |
| Hostel Charges (optional, per year) | INR 75,000 |
| Total Programme Fee | INR 2,46,000 |
- Hostel charges are billed separately and not included in the three-year tuition total.
- Annual fees may be revised by the university and Uttar Pradesh Nursing Council each session.
- SC/ST and OBC students may apply for state scholarship reimbursements via the NSP portal.
Santosh University GNM Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Deadline | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List Declaration | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admission and Document Verification | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- GNM admission at Santosh University is merit-based with no national entrance exam required.
- Admissions follow Indian Nursing Council and Uttar Pradesh Nursing Council GNM diploma norms.
- Applications are submitted through the university portal at admission.santosh.ac.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum of 40% aggregate marks from a recognised board
- Minimum age of 17 years and maximum age of 35 years as on the date of admission per INC norms
- Candidates who have passed 10+2 with vocational nursing stream are also eligible as per INC GNM norms
Admission Process
- Monitor the Santosh University website at santosh.ac.in for the GNM admission notification expected in August 2026
- Submit the online application at admission.santosh.ac.in with 10+2 marksheets and required documents
- Shortlisting is done on the basis of 10+2 aggregate percentage in relevant subjects on a merit basis
- Attend the document verification round at the Santosh University nursing institute campus
- Pay the programme fee and complete enrolment formalities to secure the GNM seat
✓ Opt for this if
- Looking for an affordable nursing diploma with clinical training at a large hospital
- Prefer merit-based admission with no national entrance exam requirement
- Aiming to start nursing employment quickly with a 3-year programme timeline
- Seeking an INC-recognised GNM diploma in a NIRF-ranked university near Delhi NCR
✗ Skip if
- Seeking a B.Sc Nursing degree for better career prospects and higher salary bands
- Planning to pursue M.Sc Nursing or international nursing registration, which requires a degree
- Interested in clinical medicine or dentistry rather than nursing diploma programmes
Santosh University GNM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP PM-USP (National Scholarship Portal) | As per NSP norms | First-generation graduates from low-income families |
| UP Government SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | As per state norms | SC/ST students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh |
| UP Government OBC Scholarship | As per state norms | OBC students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh |
| Central Sector Scholarship for Professional Courses | As per ministry norms | Students from families with annual income below INR 4,50,000 |
- All scholarship applications are processed via scholarships.gov.in before state-notified deadlines.
- UP state scholarships require domicile and caste certificates from a competent authority.
Santosh University GNM FAQs
Ques. What is the fee for GNM at Santosh University Ghaziabad?
Ans. The total programme fee for GNM at Santosh University, Ghaziabad is INR 2,46,000 for the full 3-year diploma. Hostel accommodation is available at INR 75,000 per year and is billed separately from the programme fee. SC/ST and OBC students may apply for state and central government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal to reduce the effective cost. Annual fees are subject to revision as per Uttar Pradesh Nursing Council guidelines.
Ques. Is NEET required for GNM admission at Santosh University?
Ans. No, NEET is not required for GNM admission at Santosh University. Admission is conducted on a merit basis through the university’s own process without any national entrance exam. Eligible candidates need a minimum of 40% aggregate in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to open in August 2026, and candidates should apply at admission.santosh.ac.in when the notification is released.
Ques. What is the duration of GNM at Santosh University?
Ans. The GNM diploma at Santosh University is 3 years in duration, followed by a compulsory 6-month rotatory internship at Santosh Hospital, Ghaziabad. The internship covers medical, surgical, obstetric, and paediatric wards, providing comprehensive nursing clinical training. Total programme duration including the internship phase is 3.5 years. Graduates receive the GNM diploma from Santosh University on successful completion of both the course and internship.
Ques. What career options are available after GNM from Santosh University?
Ans. GNM diploma holders from Santosh University can work as registered nurses and midwives in government hospitals, private hospitals, nursing homes, and community health centres. Staff nurse recruitment is conducted by NHM, ESIC, state PSCs, and central government health services, all open to GNM diploma holders. Graduates may further upgrade to B.Sc Nursing through a bridge course offered by some universities, which enhances long-term career and salary growth prospects.
Ques. When will GNM admissions open at Santosh University for 2026-27?
Ans. Admissions for GNM at Santosh University for the 2026-27 session are expected to open in August 2026. The 2026-27 admission notification had not been released as of July 2026. Candidates should regularly check santosh.ac.in and the university’s admission portal for updates. Once applications open, shortlisting will be done on merit based on 10+2 percentage in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology subjects.