In India, nursing courses are offered at various levels, each with its own eligibility criteria. Here’s a brief overview of some common nursing courses along with their eligibility requirements:

Auxiliary Nursing Midwifery (ANM):

Eligibility: Candidates must have completed 10+2 (or its equivalent) from a recognized board. Some institutes may have additional requirements such as a minimum percentage of marks in the qualifying examination.

Duration: ANM courses typically last for 1-2 years.

General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM):

Eligibility: Candidates must have completed 10+2 (or its equivalent) and English as compulsory subjects from a recognized board. The minimum age requirement is usually 17 years.

Duration: GNM courses usually have a duration of 3.5 years.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc Nursing):

Eligibility: Candidates must have completed 10+2 (or its equivalent) with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and English as compulsory subjects from a recognized board. The minimum age requirement may vary, but it’s typically around 17-19 years. Some institutes may conduct entrance exams for admission.

Duration: B.Sc Nursing programs typically last for 4 years.

Post Basic B.Sc Nursing:

Eligibility: Candidates must have completed a Diploma in Nursing (GNM) and registered as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife with the State Nursing Registration Council. Some institutes may require a minimum of one year of work experience after GNM.

Duration: Post Basic B.Sc Nursing programs usually have a duration of 2 years.

Master of Science in Nursing (M.Sc Nursing):

Eligibility: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (B.Sc Nursing) from a recognized university. Some institutes may require candidates to have a minimum percentage of marks in their Bachelor’s degree and may conduct entrance exams for admission.

Duration: M.Sc Nursing programs typically last for 2 years.

Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (Ph.D. Nursing):

Eligibility: Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Nursing (M.Sc Nursing) from a recognized university. In addition, candidates may need to qualify in entrance exams and undergo an interview process for admission.

Duration: Ph.D. Nursing programs usually have a duration of 3-5 years.

It’s important to note that eligibility criteria may vary slightly between different institutions and states in India. Additionally, some courses may have specific requirements related to age, physical fitness, and other factors, so candidates should carefully review the admission criteria of the respective institutions before applying.