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About General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
SHEAT Group of Institutions, Varanasi, offers a 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery Diploma approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Uttar Pradesh Nurses and Midwives Council. The programme covers nursing care, midwifery, community health, and clinical practices with direct merit-based admission. The total fee for the full programme is INR 2,90,000.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open.
SHEAT GNM Fees 2026
| Fee Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Tuition Fee | 1,25,000 |
| Year 2 Tuition Fee | 95,000 |
| Year 3 Tuition Fee | 70,000 |
| Total Tuition Fee (3 Years) | 2,90,000 |
Additional Charges
| Additional Charges Head | Fee |
|---|---|
| Prospectus | INR 1,500 |
| Hostel (Annual) | INR 80,000 |
| Transport (Annual) | INR 18,000 (≤10 km), INR 23,000 (>10 km) |
| Uniform | INR 5,000 |
| Caution Money (Refundable) | INR 5,000 |
SHEAT GNM Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admission Applications Open | March 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 31 August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is merit-based on 12th marks and no entrance exam is required for GNM at SHEAT.
- Candidates must apply online at sheat.ac.in or visit the campus admissions office directly.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with English and secured a minimum of 40% marks from a recognised board. Science stream is preferable.
- Candidates who have passed 10+2 with English and 40% marks in the Vocational ANM course recognised by the Indian Nursing Council are also eligible.
- Candidates who have passed 10+2 with English and 40% marks in the Vocational Stream–Health Care Science from a recognised CBSE board are eligible.
- Registered ANM candidates with pass marks are also eligible.
Admission Process
- Submit the online application at sheat.ac.in or fill the offline form at the campus
- Provide 10th and 12th mark sheets, character certificate, and medical fitness certificate
- Shortlisting is based on 12th PCB aggregate marks from the qualifying examination
- Selected candidates attend document verification and complete formalities at the institution
- Pay the first-year fee and confirm enrollment to receive the admission letter
Admission Conditions
- Provisional Admission: INR 20,000 (adjustable in fee)
- Confirmation: Full 1st semester fee within 15 days of admission
- Refund Policy: Cancellation by 15th September with parent’s co-signature → refund after deducting admission charges
Required Documents
- High School & Intermediate Mark sheet + Certificates
- Transfer/Migration & Character Certificate
- Photographs (08 copies)
- Domicile, Category & Income Certificate
- Aadhaar (Student & Parents)
- Bank Passbook (Nationalized Bank)
- Admit Card & Rank Letter (JEE/JEECUP/CUET)
- Counseling Allotment Letter (if applicable)
- Affidavit (Gap year, if any)
✓ Opt for this if
- Looking for an INC-approved GNM programme near Varanasi at a private institution
- Planning to work as a registered nurse in hospitals, clinics, or community health centres
- Seeking nursing education without appearing for a centralised entrance examination
- Interested in clinical work and direct patient care in the eastern UP healthcare sector
✗ Skip if
- Prefer a B.Sc Nursing degree over a diploma for better career growth prospects
- Targeting government nursing jobs that require a B.Sc Nursing degree qualification
- Looking for nursing training at a government hospital with lower fees and stipend
SHEAT GNM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Benefit | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| SHEAT Entrance Exam (SEE) Scholarship | Up to 100% tuition fee waiver | Based on performance in the SHEAT Entrance Exam (SEE). |
| Saraswati Vidya Yojana | As per institutional norms | Eligibility and benefits as prescribed by SHEAT. |
| UP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per Uttar Pradesh Government norms | Eligible Uttar Pradesh domicile students fulfilling the prescribed category and income criteria. |
Note: Eligible students can apply for government scholarships through the official UP Scholarship Portal. Institutional scholarship eligibility and benefits are governed by the policies notified by SHEAT.
SHEAT GNM FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for GNM at SHEAT Varanasi?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 3-year GNM programme at SHEAT is INR 2,90,000, split as INR 1,25,000 in Year 1, INR 95,000 in Year 2, and INR 70,000 in Year 3. Hostel accommodation is available separately at INR 80,000 per year and is not included in the tuition total. A refundable caution money of INR 5,000 is also collected at the time of admission.
Ques. Is the GNM programme at SHEAT approved by the Indian Nursing Council?
Ans. Yes, the GNM programme at SHEAT Group of Institutions is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Uttar Pradesh Nurses and Midwives Council. INC approval ensures that graduates are eligible to register as nurses in India and work in hospitals, nursing homes, and community health centres. The programme follows the curriculum prescribed by the INC for General Nursing and Midwifery.
Ques. What subjects are covered in the GNM curriculum at SHEAT?
Ans. The GNM curriculum at SHEAT covers subjects including anatomy, physiology, microbiology, nursing foundations, medical-surgical nursing, community health nursing, mental health nursing, midwifery, paediatric nursing, and pharmacology. Students undergo clinical training in hospital settings as mandated by the INC. The third year includes a 6-month internship in a designated hospital for hands-on practical nursing experience.
Ques. What career options are available after GNM from SHEAT?
Ans. GNM graduates from SHEAT are eligible to register with the UP Nurses and Midwives Council and work as staff nurses in hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics. Many graduates pursue employment in government hospitals, private hospitals in Varanasi and nearby cities, or travel nursing assignments in metros. Post Basic B.Sc Nursing is also an option for GNM graduates who wish to advance to a degree qualification.
Ques. What is the minimum age requirement for GNM admission at SHEAT?
Ans. The minimum age for GNM admission at SHEAT is 17 years as on the date of admission, and the maximum age limit is 35 years. Candidates must be in good physical and mental health and submit a fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner at the time of document verification. These age and health criteria are mandated by the Indian Nursing Council for all INC-approved GNM programmes.
Ques. Are there scholarships for GNM students at SHEAT?
Ans. Yes, SHEAT provides the SHEAT Entrance Exam (SEE) scholarship for up to 100% fee waiver and the Saraswati Vidya Yojana for students with strong board marks and low family income. UP government scholarships including the Post-Matric Scholarship and Kanya Vidya Dhan Yojana are available for eligible SC/ST/OBC/EWS students and girl students from Uttar Pradesh through the state scholarship portal.