👩‍⚕️ B.Sc Nursing & GNM Counselling Process 2025 – Complete Step-by-Step Guide

The B.Sc Nursing and GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) Counselling Process 2025 is conducted by various state-level authorities across India for admission into recognized nursing colleges (government and private). This process is based on entrance exam merit or qualifying marks (depending on state policies) and is conducted online in most states.

This article explains the complete counselling procedure, eligibility, documents required, and other key details for B.Sc Nursing & GNM admissions in 2025.

 

📌 Overview of B.Sc Nursing & GNM Counselling 2025

Particulars B.Sc Nursing GNM

Duration 4 Years 3 Years
Level Undergraduate Diploma
Admission Basis Entrance Exam / Merit Merit / Entrance Exam
Conducting Body State Nursing Council / Directorate of Medical Education Same
Counselling Mode Online (Mostly) Online (Mostly)

> 🔹 States like WB, UP, MP, Rajasthan, Bihar, etc., conduct centralized counselling through dedicated portals.

 

 

🗓️ Important Dates (Tentative) – 2025

Event Expected Dates

Notification Release May–June 2025
Online Registration June–July 2025
Choice Filling July 2025
Round 1 Seat Allotment July/August 2025
Round 2 Counselling August 2025
Mop-Up Round (if needed) September 2025
Reporting to College After Allotment

> 📍 Check respective state counselling websites for exact dates.

 

 

✅ Eligibility Criteria

🔹 For B.Sc Nursing 2025

Education: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English (PCB group)

Minimum Marks: 45% (General), 40% (Reserved category)

Age Limit: 17 years as of 31st December 2025

Entrance Exam: State-level / national-level exam (like NEET in some states)

🔹 For GNM 2025

Education: 10+2 with English + any stream (preferably PCB or Arts)

Minimum Marks: 40%

Age Limit: 17–35 years (may vary slightly by state)

Entrance Exam: Conducted by some states; others follow merit-based admission

 

 

📝 Step-by-Step Counselling Process

1. Online Registration

Visit the official state counselling portal (e.g., upgnmadmission.gov.in, wbhealth.gov.in)

Fill in personal, academic, and contact details

Upload scanned photograph and signature

Pay the counselling/registration fee online

2. Document Upload & Verification

Upload required documents such as marksheets, ID, and certificates

Some states conduct online verification, while others may ask for physical verification at nodal centres

3. Choice Filling

Select preferred colleges and courses (B.Sc Nursing / GNM)

Arrange them in order of preference

Submit and lock choices before the deadline

4. Seat Allotment

Based on merit, category, and choice preference

Allotment result published on the counselling portal

Download the Provisional Allotment Letter

5. Seat Acceptance & Fee Payment

Confirm the seat by paying the admission fee (online/offline as directed)

Select options:
🔹 Freeze: Accept the allotted seat
🔹 Float: Wait for a better option in next round (if applicable)

6. Reporting to Allotted College

Report physically to the college with original documents

Complete the admission process and pay the remaining tuition fees

 

 

🔁 Counselling Rounds

Round Details

Round 1 Initial allotment based on merit
Round 2 For vacant seats or upgraded choices
Mop-Up Round Final chance if seats remain vacant
Spot Counselling Conducted by individual colleges (offline) if needed

 

 

📄 Documents Required at Time of Admission

Class 10th and 12th Mark Sheets & Certificates

Transfer/Migration Certificate

Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC)

Income Certificate (for fee relaxation)

Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc.)

Recent Passport-size Photographs

Entrance Exam Scorecard (if applicable)

Allotment Letter

 

 

🏥 State-Wise B.Sc Nursing & GNM Counselling Websites

State Counselling Website

Uttar Pradesh upgnmadmission.gov.in
West Bengal wbhealth.gov.in
Madhya Pradesh mponline.gov.in
Rajasthan rajgnm.rajasthan.gov.in
Bihar bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
Maharashtra cetcell.mahacet.org

> 🔔 Always refer to the official site of your state for latest updates.

 

 

ℹ️ Key Tips for Students

Register early and keep a copy of your application form

Read the prospectus carefully to avoid disqualification

Choose government or reputed private colleges based on affordability and recognition

Prepare all original documents well in advance

Track the counselling schedule regularly on the official website