About General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
SCPM College of Nursing and Paramedical Science, Gonda offers General Nursing and Midwifery, a 3.5-year diploma programme approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and affiliated with Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University, Faizabad. Admission is through UP CNET 2026 conducted by ABVMU. The total course fee is INR 3,20,000 for the complete programme, with an annual intake of 60 seats.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling Rounds underway as of July 2026.
SCPM Gonda GNM Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| First Year Fee | INR 1,06,500 |
| Total Programme Fee (3.5 years) | INR 3,20,000 |
| Hostel Fee (Optional, per year) | INR 78,000 |
| Total Fees (without hostel) | INR 3,20,000 |
- Hostel accommodation is optional and billed separately from the programme fees.
- INC-mandated practical examination fees may be charged separately each semester.
- Fee structure is governed by RMLAU and ABVMU norms and may be revised annually.
SCPM Gonda GNM Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UP CNET Registration Closes | May 21, 2026 |
| UP CNET Admit Card Release | May 30, 2026 |
| UP CNET Exam | June 6, 2026 |
| UP CNET Result | June 13, 2026 |
| Counselling Round 1 Registration Closes | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- GNM admission is through ABVMU UP CNET 2026 counselling rounds.
- ABVMU conducts three counselling rounds including a stray vacancy round for GNM.
- No direct admission is allowed at any INC-approved nursing college in UP without CNET.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 from a recognised board with English as a compulsory subject, in any stream.
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination (40% for SC/ST candidates as per INC norms).
- Age between 17 and 35 years as on the date of admission, per INC guidelines.
Admission Process
- Register and appear for UP CNET 2026 conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow.
- Check the UP CNET merit list published by ABVMU after the result on June 13, 2026.
- Register for ABVMU online GNM counselling and fill college preferences by rank.
- Pay the counselling fee and seat acceptance fee within the ABVMU prescribed timeline.
- Report to SCPM Gonda with original Class 12 certificate, CNET scorecard, and category documents.
- Complete document verification and fee payment to confirm admission to the GNM programme.
✓ Opt for this if
- You want an INC-approved nursing diploma and plan to work in UP government hospitals.
- You aim to register as an RNRM and later upgrade to P.B.B.Sc Nursing.
- You are comfortable with a 3.5-year programme leading to a nursing career.
- You are a UP candidate who scored well in the CNET merit list for GNM seats.
✗ Skip if
- You want a full 4-year B.Sc Nursing degree rather than a diploma pathway.
- You are targeting a nursing career abroad where GNM may not meet licensing norms.
- You need a nationally ranked nursing institution with strong metro hospital placements.
SCPM Gonda GNM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility / Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| UP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | Variable, state-funded | SC, ST, OBC nursing students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (EBC/Minority) | Up to INR 25,000 per year | EBC and minority students via National Scholarship Portal |
| INC Merit Scholarship for GNM Students | Variable | Meritorious GNM students as per Indian Nursing Council guidelines |
- UP scholarship applications open each July at scholarships.up.gov.in.
- NSP applications open October each year at scholarships.gov.in for the academic session.
SCPM Gonda GNM FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for GNM at SCPM Gonda?
Ans. The total programme fee for GNM at SCPM College of Nursing and Paramedical Science, Gonda, is INR 3,20,000 for the 3.5-year diploma. The first-year fee is INR 1,06,500. Hostel accommodation is available at INR 78,000 per year but is optional. Students are advised to verify the exact fee structure at the time of admission as fees may be revised per RMLAU and INC norms each academic session.
Ques. What exam is required for GNM admission at SCPM Gonda?
Ans. Admission to GNM at SCPM Gonda is through the UP CNET 2026, conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow. The CNET 2026 exam was held on June 6, 2026, and the result was declared on June 13, 2026. Candidates with valid CNET scores participate in ABVMU online counselling and are allotted GNM seats based on merit rank and UP government reservation norms.
Ques. What is the eligibility for GNM at SCPM Gonda?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 from any recognised board with English as a compulsory subject. The minimum aggregate required is 45% marks (40% for SC/ST as per INC norms). Candidates must be aged between 17 and 35 years at the time of admission. A valid UP CNET 2026 rank is mandatory for counselling participation at ABVMU-affiliated nursing colleges in Uttar Pradesh.
Ques. What career options are available after GNM from SCPM Gonda?
Ans. GNM graduates can register as Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife (RNRM) with the UP State Nursing Council and work in government hospitals, private hospitals, maternity homes, and community health centres. Career options include staff nurse, community health nurse, and midwife. Graduates may also appear for the UP Staff Nurse Recruitment Board examination and later upgrade their qualification by pursuing P.B.B.Sc Nursing or B.Sc Nursing.
Ques. How many GNM seats are available at SCPM Gonda?
Ans. The annual intake for GNM at SCPM College of Nursing and Paramedical Science, Gonda, is 60 seats. Seats are allotted through ABVMU UP CNET counselling rounds based on merit rank and UP government category-wise reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD candidates. Candidates are required to produce valid category certificates along with academic documents at the time of counselling and document verification.
Ques. Is SCPM Gonda INC-approved for GNM?
Ans. SCPM College of Nursing and Paramedical Science, Gonda, is stated to be approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC). INC recognition is mandatory for any nursing institution in India to offer GNM, B.Sc Nursing, or M.Sc Nursing programmes and for the degrees awarded to be valid for nursing registration and government employment. Prospective students should verify the current INC approval status before joining the programme.