International Nurses Day 2026: Build a Career in Nursing After Class 12—Get Details Ranging from Courses to Salaries..
International Nurses Day: International Nurses Day is celebrated every year on May 12th. This day is observed as the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Nurses are considered the backbone of the healthcare sector, playing a pivotal role ranging from providing patient care to assisting doctors during treatment. This is precisely why a large number of students are now choosing nursing as a career path. The demand for the nursing profession is constantly on the rise. Let us explore the various nursing courses, career prospects, and salary expectations available after completing the 12th grade.
Which Courses Can Be Pursued After the 10th and 12th Grades?
To become a nurse, students can pursue professional courses at various academic levels. Students who have passed the 10th grade can seek admission to the ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery) course. This is a program of approximately two years' duration.
Conversely, after completing the 12th grade, students can opt for courses such as GNM and B.Sc. Nursing. The GNM course spans approximately 3 to 3.5 years, with fees ranging from around ₹20,000 to ₹1.5 lakhs, whereas the B.Sc. Nursing is a four-year degree program. The fees for B.Sc. Nursing typically ranges from about ₹10,000 to ₹6,00,000. For admission to B.Sc. Nursing programs, most colleges require applicants to have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in their 12th grade.
Admission Through Entrance Examinations
Many institutions conduct entrance examinations for admission into nursing courses. For admission to B.Sc. Nursing, exams such as AIIMS Nursing, JIPMER Nursing, NEET UG, and CUET are considered highly significant. Additionally, several states conduct their own separate nursing entrance tests.
However, some private colleges also grant admission based on the marks secured in the 12th-grade examinations. Furthermore, direct admission is available at many institutions for ANM and GNM courses. The fees for the ANM course typically range from approximately ₹1 lakh to ₹3.2 lakhs.
Excellent Job Opportunities in Nursing
The field of nursing is one where there is never a shortage of job opportunities. Upon completing the course, one can secure employment in government and private hospitals, health centers, clinics, and medical institutions. Furthermore, there is a significant demand for Indian nurses abroad as well.
**What is the Starting Salary?**
The starting salary in the field of nursing depends on the specific course and the institution. Candidates who complete the ANM course can expect an initial salary ranging from approximately ₹8,000 to ₹12,000. In contrast, those who complete the GNM course receive a salary ranging from ₹15,000 to ₹22,000.
For candidates holding a B.Sc. in Nursing, the starting salary in many hospitals reaches between ₹25,000 and ₹35,000 per month. As experience grows, both the salary and benefits improve in both the government and private sectors.
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