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A.N.M.
Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery
Duration
2 Years
Level
Diploma Course
Eligibility
10+2 / Intermediate or equivalent
Key subjects
Community Health NursingPrimary HealthcareMaternal HealthChild Health Nursing
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G.N.M.
General Nursing & Midwifery
Duration
3 Years
Level
Diploma Course
Eligibility
10+2 / Intermediate or equivalent
Key subjects
Fundamentals of NursingMedical-Surgical NursingCommunity Health NursingMidwifery
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B.Sc. Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Duration
4 Years
Level
Undergraduate Degree
Eligibility
10+2 Passed with Science (PCB) from a Recognized Board
Key subjects
Anatomy & PhysiologyFundamentals of NursingMedical-Surgical NursingCommunity Health Nursing
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Full programme comparison at a glance
| Feature | A.N.M. Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery | G.N.M. General Nursing & Midwifery | B.Sc. Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing |
|---|---|---|---|
Course Level | Diploma | Diploma | Undergraduate Degree |
Duration | 2 Years | 3 Years (includes internship) | 4 Years (includes internship) |
Eligibility | 10+2 (Arts, Science, or Commerce) | 10+2 (Science/PCB preferred; Arts/Commerce allowed by some councils) | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English (minimum 45-50%) |
Age Limit | Minimum 17 years | Minimum 17 years | Minimum 17 years |
Gender | Female candidates primarily | Both male and female | Both male and female |
Core Focus | Primary healthcare, maternal and child care, community health | Clinical nursing, general medicine, surgery, midwifery | Advanced medical-surgical nursing, pharmacology, research, administration |
Next Academic Step | G.N.M. | Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing (2 Years) | M.Sc. Nursing, Ph.D. |
Job Roles | Primary Health Worker, Health Visitor, A.N.M. Nurse | Staff Nurse, ICU Nurse, Ward In-charge | Nursing Officer, Nurse Educator/Lecturer, Clinical Instructor |
Work Settings | PHCs, Sub-Centers, Rural Clinics, NGOs | Government and private hospitals, nursing homes | Tertiary care hospitals (AIIMS, medical colleges), nursing colleges |
Scope Abroad | Limited | Moderate (may require bridge courses or experience) | High (eligible for NCLEX-RN, DHA, HAAD, Prometric) |
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Student decision guide
Choose A.N.M. if
Choose this route for a shorter entry into community and basic healthcare.
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Choose this route for broad clinical and hospital-based nursing preparation.
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Choose this route for a professional degree, leadership and higher-study options.
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