COLLEGE OF NURSING, GMC, AZAMGARH

The College of Nursing at Government Medical College (GMC), Azamgarh, continues to be a premier destination for nursing education in Eastern Uttar Pradesh for the 2026 academic year. Established as a constituent unit of the Government Medical College, it provides students with unparalleled clinical exposure in a high-volume healthcare setting.

• Affiliation: Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow.
• Approval: Indian Nursing Council (INC) and Uttar Pradesh State Medical Faculty (UPSMF).
• Campus Location: Chakrapanpur, Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh.
• Clinical Training: Direct access to the 500+ bed GMC Super Specialty Hospital.
• Admission Mode: State-level entrance examination (CNET).
• Institution Type: Government.

The flagship programme at the College of Nursing, GMC, Azamgarh is the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing). This four-year undergraduate degree is designed to produce highly skilled nursing professionals.

• B.Sc. Nursing: A comprehensive 4-year program including a mandatory 6-month internship. The curriculum focuses on medical-surgical nursing, community health, and obstetric nursing.
• Future Outlook: Plans for introducing Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing and M.Sc. Nursing specializations are under consideration to meet the growing demand for specialized healthcare in the Purvanchal region.

Admissions for 2026 are strictly merit-based, conducted through the Common Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) organized by ABVMU, Lucknow.

Candidates must participate in the centralized counseling process and choose GMC Azamgarh as their preferred choice based on their state rank.

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

Note: These are approximate figures based on past trends, not official cutoffs. Check the latest official counselling cutoff before applying.

The cutoff for 2026 depends on the difficulty of the CNET exam and the number of applicants. Expected percentile cutoffs for admission are:

• General Category: 50th Percentile (Approx. Rank 1 - 1,200 in State Merit)
• OBC Category: 45th Percentile (Approx. Rank 1,201 - 2,500)
• SC/ST Category: 40th Percentile (Approx. Rank 2,501 - 4,500)

Note: These are estimates based on previous trends. High competition is expected for government seats in GMC Azamgarh.

Note: Placement figures are indicative and not taken from the official placement report of the college. Please confirm with the college.

The 2025 placement cycle saw a 100% placement rate for the graduating batch, primarily due to the high demand for nursing officers in the public sector.

• Government Recruitment: Many graduates were selected as Nursing Officers in UP NHM, AIIMS, and SGPGI Lucknow.
• Private Sector: Top private hospitals like Medanta (Lucknow), Apollo Hospitals, and Max Healthcare recruited students for specialized roles.
• Average Salary: INR 3.5 LPA to 5.5 LPA for freshers.
• Highest Salary: INR 8.5 LPA (for Nursing Officer roles in central government hospitals).

As a government institution, students have access to various state and central financial aid programs:

• UP State Scholarship: Available for SC/ST/OBC and General (EWS) students through the Saksham portal.
• Post-Matric Scholarship: Covers tuition fees and provides a monthly maintenance allowance.
• National Scholarship Portal (NSP): Students can apply for Central Sector Schemes based on merit.
• Fee Reimbursement: Most students from economically weaker sections receive a full or partial fee refund from the UP government.

The primary focus remains on the B.Sc. Nursing program. The course is divided into eight semesters, covering:

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Nursing Foundation
• Community Health Nursing
• Mental Health Nursing
• Management of Nursing Services and Education

The fee structure at GMC Azamgarh is highly subsidized by the Government of Uttar Pradesh, making it accessible to students from all economic backgrounds.

Note: Caution money and university examination fees are additional. Fees are subject to government revisions.

Follow these steps to apply for the 2026 session:

1. Visit the official ABVMU Lucknow website (abvmup.edu.in).
2. Register for the CNET 2026 entrance exam.
3. Upload required documents: 10th/12th marksheets, Category certificate, and Passport size photos.
4. Pay the application fee (approx. ₹3000 for General/OBC, ₹2000 for SC/ST).
5. Download the admit card and appear for the exam.
6. Participate in online counseling and select GMC Azamgarh as your top choice.

The college offers a modern infrastructure conducive to medical education:

• Laboratories: Advanced Nursing Practice Lab, Nutrition Lab, Maternal and Child Health Lab, and Community Health Lab.
• Library: A dedicated nursing library with national and international journals and digital resources.
• Hostels: Separate, secure hostels for male and female students with mess facilities.
• Hospital: The attached Government Medical College Hospital serves as the primary site for clinical rotations and internships.

The college is organized into several specialized departments to ensure focused learning:

• Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Department of Child Health (Pediatric) Nursing
• Department of Mental Health (Psychiatric) Nursing
• Department of Community Health Nursing
• Department of Obstetric and Gynecological Nursing
• Department of Nursing Foundations