ICH FACULTY OF NURSING

The ICH Faculty of Nursing, located in the heart of Kolkata, is a premier institution dedicated to nursing education, primarily affiliated with the Institute of Child Health (ICH). Established to bridge the gap in specialized pediatric nursing, it has evolved into a comprehensive nursing college.

• Affiliation: West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS).
• Recognition: Indian Nursing Council (INC) and West Bengal Nursing Council (WBNC).
• Campus Location: Biresh Guha Street, Kolkata, West Bengal.
• Focus Area: Strong emphasis on clinical pediatric training alongside general nursing.
• Established: Part of India's first pediatric institute (ICH), with the nursing faculty providing modern healthcare training.

For the 2026 academic session, the college continues to see high demand for its core nursing programs. The curriculum is designed to meet both national standards and global healthcare requirements.

• B.Sc. Nursing: A 4-year undergraduate degree focusing on comprehensive healthcare, critical care, and community health.
• General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM): A 3-year diploma course emphasizing practical bedside care and maternal health.
• Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing: Designed for GNM diploma holders looking to upgrade their qualifications to a degree level.
• M.Sc. Nursing: Specializations in Child Health (Pediatric) Nursing are particularly popular here due to the parent hospital's reputation.

Admission to ICH Faculty of Nursing for 2026 is primarily merit-based, determined by state-level entrance examinations conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB).

• Entrance Exam: B.Sc. Nursing admissions are through JENPAS-UG 2026. GNM admissions follow the ANM & GNM 2026 entrance test.
• Application Window: April – May 2026.
• Exam Date: June 2026 (Tentative).
• Counselling: Conducted by WBJEEB in July – August 2026.
• Eligibility: Minimum 45% aggregate in 10+2 (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English) for B.Sc. Nursing.

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 will depend on the difficulty level of the JENPAS-UG and ANM/GNM exams. Expected General Merit Ranks (GMR) for admission are as follows:

Note: Cutoffs vary annually based on seat matrix and applicant volume.

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

Placements for the 2025 batch remained robust, with a 95% placement rate. Most graduates were absorbed into major private hospitals in Kolkata and other metropolitan cities.

• Average Salary: INR 2.8 LPA to 4.2 LPA.
• Top Recruiters: Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals, AMRI Hospitals, Fortis Healthcare, Peerless Hospital, and the parent organization, Institute of Child Health.
• Public Sector: Many students successfully cleared West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) exams for Grade II Staff Nurse positions.

Students at ICH Faculty of Nursing can avail several state and central government scholarship schemes to offset tuition costs:

• Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means (SVMCM): For students with 60% and above in previous exams.
• Kanyashree Prakalpa (K3): Specifically for female students pursuing postgraduate studies.
• Oasis Scholarship: For SC/ST and OBC students.
• Aikyashree: Dedicated to students from minority communities in West Bengal.

While the college offers various nursing paths, these two remain the flagship offerings:

• B.Sc. Nursing: Highly preferred by students aiming for administrative and teaching roles in the future.
• M.Sc. Pediatric Nursing: A niche course that attracts students from across Eastern India due to the specialized faculty at ICH.

The fee structure for 2026 is designed to be competitive compared to other private nursing colleges in Kolkata.

Fees usually include tuition, lab charges, and library fees; hostel charges are separate.

The application process for 2026 is primarily digital:

1. Register on the WBJEEB portal for JENPAS-UG or ANM/GNM.
2. Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, 10+2 Marksheets).
3. Pay the application fee online (approx. INR 500-1000).
4. Download the admit card and appear for the entrance exam.
5. Participate in the centralized e-counselling and select 'ICH Faculty of Nursing' as your preferred choice.
6. Post-allotment, visit the college for document verification and fee payment.

The college provides a conducive environment for medical learning:

• Laboratories: Advanced Nursing Foundation Lab, Nutrition Lab, and Maternal & Child Health Lab.
• Library: A vast collection of international nursing journals and medical textbooks.
• Hospital Linkage: Direct access to the Institute of Child Health for real-time patient care training.
• Hostel: Safe and secure residential facilities for female students with mess services.
• Auditorium: Used for seminars, workshops, and cultural events.

The faculty is divided into specialized departments to ensure academic excellence:

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