GNM Syllabus 2026 - Summary
GNM Syllabus is the official three-year curriculum and examination scheme issued by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) for the General Nursing and Midwifery diploma course. Nursing students across state nursing examination boards use this syllabus to track year-wise subjects, clinical practical hours, and board examination patterns.
The diploma program covers healthcare science across three academic years, ending with clinical hospital internship rotations. Each theory paper carries 100 marks, divided into 75 marks for the external council examination and 25 marks for internal assessment. Students must score at least 50 percent marks separately in internal evaluations and external board exams to pass each subject. Candidates can also check the GNM nursing college list in West Bengal or consult B.Sc nursing entrance exam books for related healthcare courses.
GNM Nursing Syllabus and Exam Pattern
The table below outlines the subjects, annual theory marks distribution, and practical requirements across all three years:
| Year | Subject / Paper | Theory Marks (Ext + Int) | Practical Exam |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Year | Bio-Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology & Microbiology) | 100 (75 + 25) | Fundamentals of Nursing (100 Marks) |
| First Year | Behavioral Sciences (Psychology & Sociology) | 100 (75 + 25) | Continuous Clinical Assessment |
| First Year | Nursing Foundations (Fundamentals & First Aid) | 100 (75 + 25) | Hospital Clinical Postings |
| First Year | Community Health Nursing – I & Nutrition | 100 (75 + 25) | Field Visits & Hygiene Survey |
| Second Year | Medical-Surgical Nursing – I (incl. Pharmacology) | 100 (75 + 25) | Medical-Surgical Nursing (100 Marks) |
| Second Year | Medical-Surgical Nursing – II (Specialties) | 100 (75 + 25) | Operation Theatre Clinicals |
| Second Year | Mental Health Nursing (Psychiatric Nursing) | 100 (75 + 25) | Mental Health Nursing (100 Marks) |
| Second Year | Child Health Nursing (Pediatric Nursing) | 100 (75 + 25) | Child Health Nursing (100 Marks) |
| Third Year | Midwifery and Gynecological Nursing | 100 (75 + 25) | Midwifery Practical (100 Marks) |
| Third Year | Community Health Nursing – II | 100 (75 + 25) | Community Health Practical (100 Marks) |
| Third Year | Nursing Education & Introduction to Research | 100 (50 + 50 School) | Clinical Ward Management |
| Third Year | Professional Trends & Healthcare Administration | 100 (50 + 50 School) | Integrated Internship Postings |
Official council portal
Official curriculum updates, admission criteria, and recognized institute lists are published on the Indian Nursing Council portal indiannursingcouncil.org and respective state nursing registration council portals.
