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M.Sc Nursing
Course Details
| Apply now | Admission 2026-2027 |
|---|---|
| Course Durations | 02 Years |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Annual Intake | 06 |
| Affiliated to | Pondicherry University |
| Level of Education | PG |
BRANCHES
- Medical Surgical Nursing (Sup-speciality Critical Care Nursing) - 03 seats
- Child Health (Pediatric) Nursing - 03 seats
Eligibility
- The candidate should be a Registered Nurse and Registered midwife or equivalent with any State Nursing Registration Council.
- The Minimum education requirements shall be the passing of: B.Sc. Nursing/B.Sc. Hons. Nursing/Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with minimum of 55% aggregate marks.
- The candidate should have undergone in B.Sc. Nursing / B.Sc. Hons. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing.
- Minimum one year of work experience after Basic B.Sc. Nursing.
- Minimum one year of work experience prior or after Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing.
- 7.5% relaxation of marks for SC/ST candidates may be given. Entrance/ Selection test: In entrance test minimum pass 50% in accordance to the policy of Government.
- Should have registered with the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council, Chennai or with other state Nursing Council.
Admission Requirement
- B.Sc. / P.B.B.Sc. Degree Certificate
- B.Sc. / P.B.B.Sc. Mark Statement
- Conduct Certificate from the Head of the Institution last attended
- Transfer Certificate from the Institution last studied
- Council Registration Certificate from Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council, Chennai.
- The candidates who have registered with other state Nursing Council should submit the Registration Certificate of other state council.
- Professional experience certificate for One Complete Year after obtaining B.Sc. / P.B.B.Sc. Nursing degree registration
- Birth Certificates/ SSLC Certificate ( for birth proof)
- Identification proof ( Voter ID/PAN Card/ Passport/Aadhaar Card)
- Community Certificate (except OC candidates).
- Medical Fitness certificates
- Passport Size Photographs (5 No’s).
Programme Outcomes (POs) – M.Sc. Nursing
Upon successful completion of the two-year Nursing programme, graduates will be able to:
- Apply advanced concepts, theories, and principles of nursing science in professional nursing practice.
- Demonstrate advanced clinical competence in delivering specialized nursing care across various healthcare settings.
- Function effectively as a nurse specialist in their chosen area of specialization.
- Exhibit leadership and managerial abilities while performing roles as nurse educators, administrators, and healthcare managers.
- Conduct nursing and health-related research, interpret research findings, and utilize evidence-based practices to improve patient care.
- Plan, implement, and evaluate changes in nursing practice and healthcare delivery systems to enhance quality care.
- Establish and maintain collaborative professional relationships with members of multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning and continuous professional development for personal growth and advancement in the nursing profession.
B.Sc Nursing
Course Details
| Apply now | Admission 2026-2027 |
|---|---|
| Course Durations | 04 Years |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Annual Intake | 60 |
| Affiliated to | Pondicherry University |
| Level of Education | UG |
Eligibility
- The minimum age for admission shall be 17 years on or before 31st Dec. of the year of admission.
- The minimum educational requirements shall be the passing of: Higher Secondary school certificate Examination(12 years course), with science ( Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Minimum 45 % aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as a subject.
- Minimum 40 % aggregate marks for SC/ST students.
- Selection of the candidates should be based on the merit of the entrance examination held by university or competent authority or as per regulation of the University from time to time.
Admission Requirement
- 10, +2 marks card
- Transfer Certificate from the Institution last attended
- Conduct certificates from the Institution last attended
- Birth Certificates/ SSLC Certificate ( for birth proof)
- Identification proof ( Voter ID/PAN Card/ Passport/Aadhaar Card)
- Community Certificate (except OC candidates).
- Medical Fitness certificates
- Passport Size Photographs (5 No’s).
Programme Outcomes (POs) – B.Sc. Nursing
Upon successful completion of the four-year Nursing programme, graduates will be able to:
- Apply interdisciplinary knowledge from physical, biological, behavioural sciences, medicine, alternative systems of medicine, and nursing while providing comprehensive care to individuals, families, and communities.
- Understand the influence of lifestyle and other determinants of health affecting individuals, families, and communities.
- Deliver holistic nursing care by effectively applying the steps of the nursing process in collaboration with patients and healthcare teams.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and decision-making skills to ensure quality and evidence-based nursing care in diverse healthcare situations.
- Utilize current trends, innovations, and technologies in the delivery of effective healthcare services.
- Provide promotive, preventive, curative, and rehabilitative healthcare services in accordance with national health policies and programmes.
- Practice ethically and professionally within the framework of legal standards, professional ethics, and accepted nursing practice guidelines.
- Communicate effectively with individuals, families, communities, and members of the healthcare team to foster interpersonal relationships and teamwork.
- Demonstrate teaching and health education skills for individuals and groups in clinical and community healthcare settings.
- Collaborate effectively as a member of the healthcare team in the delivery of quality healthcare services.
- Exhibit leadership and management abilities in clinical and community health environments.
- Undertake need-based research activities and apply research findings to enhance the quality of nursing care.
- Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning and professional development while contributing to the advancement of the nursing profession.
DGNM (Diploma in General Nursing & Midwives)
Course Details
| Apply now | Admission 2026-2027 |
|---|---|
| Course Durations | 03 Years |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Annual Intake | 40 |
| Affiliated to | Board of Education for Nurses, Govt. of Puducherry |
| Level of Education | Diploma |
Eligibility :
- Minimum and Maximum age for admission will be 17 and 35 years. There is no age bar for ANM/LHV.
Minimum Education:
- 10, +2 class passed preferably Science (PCB) & English with aggregate of 40% marks.
- 10, +2 in Arts (Mathematics, Biotechnology, Economics, Political Science, History, Geography, Business Studies, Accountancy, Home Science, Sociology, Psychology, Philosophy) and English Core/English Elective or Health care Science - Vocational stream ONLY, passing out from recognized Board under AISSCE/CBSE/ICSE/SSCE/HSCE or other equivalent Board with 40% marks.
- 10, +2 vocational ANM under CBSE Board or other equivalent board with 40% marks.
- Registered as ANM with State Nursing Registration Council.
- Student shall be medically fit.
- Students qualified in 10, +2 Arts or Science examination or Health care Science - Vocational stream ONLY conducted by National Institute of Open School with 40% marks.
- Student shall be admitted once in a year.
Admission Requirement
- 10, +2 marks card
- Transfer Certificate from the Institution last attended
- Conduct certificates from the Institution last attended
- Birth Certificates/ SSLC Certificate ( for birth proof)
- Identification proof ( Voter ID/PAN Card/ Passport/Aadhaar Card)
- Community Certificate (except OC candidates).
- Medical Fitness certificates
- Passport Size Photographs (5 No’s).
Programme Outcomes (POs) – Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (DGNM)
Upon successful completion of the Nursing programme, graduates will be able to:
- Apply foundational knowledge of nursing and allied sciences in providing safe and effective patient care.
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to individuals, families, and communities in hospital and community settings.
- Demonstrate competency in midwifery and maternal healthcare services, including antenatal, intranatal, postnatal, and newborn care.
- Utilize the nursing process in planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.
- Promote preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative health services in accordance with national health programmes.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure quality care and teamwork.
- Practice nursing ethically and professionally within legal and professional standards.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills in managing patient care situations.
- Educate individuals and communities regarding health promotion, disease prevention, and healthy lifestyle practices.
- Collaborate effectively with members of the healthcare team in delivering patient-centered care.
- Demonstrate leadership and management skills in clinical and community healthcare settings.
- Participate in lifelong learning and professional development to enhance nursing knowledge and skills.
ANM (Certificate Course in Auxiliary Nurse & Midwives)
Course Details
| Apply now | Admission 2026-2027 |
|---|---|
| Course Durations | 02 Years |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Annual Intake | 30 |
| Affiliated to | Board of Education for Nurses, Govt. of Puducherry |
| Level of Education | Certificate Course |
Eligibility :
- The minimum age for admission shall be 17 years on or before 31st December of the year in which admission is sought.
- The maximum age for admission shall be 35 years.
- The minimum educational requirements shall be 10, +2 in Arts (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Economics, Political Science, History, Geography, Business Studies, Accountancy, Home Science, Sociology, Psychology, and Philosophy) and English Core/English Elective or Science or Health care Science - Vocational stream ONLY passing out from recognized Board.
- Student shall be medically fit.
- Students qualified in 10, +2 Arts or Science examination conducted by National Institute of Open School.
- Student shall be admitted once in a year.
Admission Requirement
- 10, +2 marks card
- Transfer Certificate from the Institution last attended
- Conduct certificates from the Institution last attended
- Birth Certificates/ SSLC Certificate ( for birth proof)
- Identification proof ( Voter ID/PAN Card/ Passport/Aadhaar Card)
- Community Certificate (except OC candidates).
- Medical Fitness certificates
- Passport Size Photographs (5 No’s).
Programme Outcomes (POs) – Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM)
Upon successful completion of the Nursing programme, graduates will be able to:
- Apply basic knowledge of nursing, midwifery, and community health in providing essential healthcare services.
- Provide comprehensive maternal and child healthcare services, including antenatal, intranatal, postnatal, and newborn care.
- Deliver preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative healthcare services at the community level.
- Demonstrate competency in primary healthcare practices and implementation of national health programmes.
- Identify common health problems and provide appropriate nursing care within their scope of practice.
- Promote health education and awareness among individuals, families, and communities regarding hygiene, nutrition, immunization, and disease prevention.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, communities, and healthcare team members.
- Practice nursing ethically and professionally in accordance with legal and professional standards.
- Demonstrate skills in first aid and emergency care in community and healthcare settings.
- Participate effectively as a member of the healthcare team in delivering quality healthcare services.
- Maintain accurate health records and reports related to patient care and community health activities.
- Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning and professional development for improving healthcare practices and personal growth.
