General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
at Uttaranchal P.G. College of Bio-Medical Sciences and Hospital
About General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
Uttaranchal P.G. College of BioMedical Sciences and Hospital, Dehradun offers a 3.5-year Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery affiliated with Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Medical Education University and recognized by the Indian Nursing Council. The programme has 35 seats and admits students from any stream through the Uttarakhand GNM Entrance Examination. Annual tuition is INR 44,000 for regular quota and INR 55,000 for management quota. The attached hospital provides clinical nursing practice.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling registration begins July 2026 (Tentative).
Uttaranchal PG College GNM Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee, Regular Quota (per year) | INR 44,000 |
| Tuition Fee, Management Quota (per year) | INR 55,000 |
| Hostel Charges (per year, optional, 2-seater) | INR 75,500 |
| Total Tuition, Regular Quota (3 years, excl. Hostel) | INR 1,32,000 |
| Total Tuition, Management Quota (3 years, excl. Hostel) | INR 1,65,000 |
- Hostel is optional and excluded from the total tuition figures above.
- Refundable security deposit of INR 5,000 is payable at hostel allotment.
- Advance payment of full annual fees in June attracts a 5% concession.
Uttaranchal PG College GNM Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Uttarakhand GNM Entrance Exam Registration Opens | May 15, 2026 |
| Registration Closes | June 5, 2026 |
| Admit Card Released | June 8, 2026 |
| Uttarakhand GNM Entrance Exam | June 13, 2026 |
| Answer Key Released | June 2026 |
| Counselling Registration | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- HNBMU charges INR 1,000 as GNM counselling registration fee.
- Candidates must carry original mark sheets to the allotted reporting centre.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent in any stream with English as a compulsory subject.
- Minimum 40% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for general category candidates.
- Age between 17 and 35 years as of December 31, 2026.
- Medical fitness certificate required at the time of document verification.
Admission Process
- Register online for the Uttarakhand GNM Entrance Examination at hnbumu.ac.in.
- Download admit card and appear for the state-level GNM entrance examination.
- Check answer key and result on the official HNBMU website.
- Register for online state counselling and submit college and course preferences.
- Pay counselling fee of INR 1,000 and await merit-based seat allotment.
- Report to Uttaranchal PG College with original documents and complete admission formalities.
✓ Opt for this if
- Want nursing training without a mandatory PCB background from 10+2.
- Prefer an affordable diploma with annual tuition below INR 55,000.
- Targeting staff nurse roles in government and public health hospitals.
- Want on-campus clinical practice at an institution with an attached hospital.
- Prefer a shorter 3-year programme before entering the nursing workforce.
✗ Skip if
- Want a degree-level nursing qualification for senior clinical or teaching roles.
- Require course-specific placement data and average salary figures.
- Prefer a programme in a metro city with broader employment networks.
- Planning to pursue M.Sc Nursing directly after the programme without a bridge course.
Uttaranchal PG College GNM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Pushpa Warne Fellowship Programme | 5 to 25% tuition remission | Merit-based academic performance |
| Academic Excellence Concession | As per college norms | 80% and above in qualifying examination |
| Advance Payment Concession | 5% of annual tuition | Full annual fee paid each June |
- Fellowship amount is determined based on qualifying marks and first-year results.
- Students may apply for state and central post-matric scholarship programmes.
Uttaranchal PG College GNM FAQs
Ques. What entrance exam is required for GNM admission at Uttaranchal PG College?
Ans. Admission is through the Uttarakhand GNM Entrance Examination conducted by Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Medical Education University. The 2026 exam was held on June 13, 2026. Candidates then participate in state-level online counselling on hnbumu.ac.in, where seats are allocated based on merit rank and preference. Management quota seats are available through the college subject to HNBMU norms.
Ques. Can Arts or Commerce students apply for GNM at Uttaranchal PG College?
Ans. Yes. Unlike B.Sc Nursing, which requires Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, GNM is open to candidates from any stream who have passed 10+2 with English as a compulsory subject and secured at least 40% aggregate marks. This makes GNM a more accessible pathway into nursing for students from non-science backgrounds.
Ques. What is the difference between GNM and B.Sc Nursing at Uttaranchal PG College?
Ans. GNM is a 3.5-year diploma with a lower fee structure and broader eligibility, while B.Sc Nursing is a 4-year degree requiring a PCB background with higher fees. B.Sc Nursing holders qualify for senior nursing positions, M.Sc Nursing, and teaching posts. GNM graduates may later pursue B.Sc Nursing Post Basic or other bridge programmes to advance their qualifications.
Ques. What career options are available after GNM from Uttaranchal PG College?
Ans. GNM graduates can work as staff nurses at government and private hospitals, community health centres, and nursing homes. They may also pursue B.Sc Nursing Post Basic to upgrade their qualification. Job opportunities include positions in AIIMS, ESIC, Railway hospitals, and state government health departments. Registration with the Uttarakhand Nursing Council is required after programme completion.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available at Uttaranchal PG College for GNM students?
Ans. Yes, optional hostel accommodation is available. Annual charges for a 2-seater room are INR 75,500 with a refundable security deposit of INR 5,000. Students not opting for hostel may find paying-guest accommodation near the college campus in Dehradun at lower monthly costs.
Ques. How many seats are available in the GNM programme at Uttaranchal PG College?
Ans. The GNM programme at Uttaranchal P.G. College of BioMedical Sciences and Hospital has an intake of 35 seats per year, divided across regular and management quota categories. Seat allotment is based on merit in the Uttarakhand GNM Entrance Examination through the HNBMU counselling process.