NATIONAL SCHOOL OF NURSING, ADONI, KURNOOL DISTRICT

The National School of Nursing, located in Adoni, Kurnool district, continues to be a pivotal institution for nursing education in the Rayalaseema region of Andhra Pradesh. For the academic year 2026, the college remains committed to providing quality healthcare training to students, particularly those from rural backgrounds.

The institution is widely recognized for its diploma-level nursing programs that emphasize practical skills and clinical bedside manner. The most popular programmes for 2026 include:

• General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM): A 3-year comprehensive diploma program designed to prepare students for diverse roles in the healthcare sector.
• Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM): A vocational program focusing on community health and basic nursing care (subject to annual intake approval).

The GNM program is particularly sought after due to its high clinical exposure in the local Adoni and Kurnool healthcare ecosystems.

Admissions for the 2026 session follow the guidelines set by the Director of Medical Education (DME), Andhra Pradesh. The process is primarily merit-based.

• Notification Release: June 2026
• Application Deadline: August 2026
• Merit List Publication: September 2026
• Counseling & Document Verification: October 2026
• Commencement of Classes: November 2026

Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Science (PCB) or Arts/Commerce with a minimum of 40% aggregate marks. Proficiency in Telugu and English is preferred for clinical communication.

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 is determined by the aggregate percentage in the 10+2 (Intermediate) examinations. While there is no entrance exam, the following estimated cutoffs apply for the GNM program:

• General Category: 75% - 85%
• OBC Category: 70% - 78%
• SC/ST Category: 60% - 70%

Note: Cutoffs may vary based on the number of applicants from the Kurnool district and surrounding regions.

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 saw strong demand from both local and regional healthcare providers. The nursing profession enjoys a high employment rate.

• Top Recruiters: Private hospitals in Kurnool, Adoni, and Hyderabad; Home healthcare agencies; Corporate hospitals like Apollo and KIMS (regional branches).
• Average Starting Salary: INR 1.8 LPA to INR 2.5 LPA for freshers.
• Key Roles: Staff Nurse, Community Health Worker, Clinical Nurse.

Many students also choose to pursue further studies (Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing) or prepare for government recruitment exams in Andhra Pradesh.

Students at National School of Nursing are eligible for various state-sponsored financial aid programs:

• Jagananna Vidya Deevena: Full fee reimbursement for eligible students from low-income families.
• Jagananna Vasathi Deevena: Maintenance grants for hostel and mess charges (approx. INR 20,000 per year).
• Minority Scholarships: Specialized grants for students from minority communities as per AP State Government norms.

The primary focus of the institution is the General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course. This course is popular because it allows students to enter the workforce quickly while providing a solid foundation for future specializations in ICU nursing, Pediatrics, or Operation Theatre management.

Fees are subject to regulation by the AP Fee Regulatory Committee and may include additional charges for uniforms, books, and clinical training fees.

The application process for 2026 is conducted through the following steps:

1. Visit the official portal of the Director of Medical Education, AP, or collect the form from the college office in Adoni.
2. Fill in personal details and academic scores from the Intermediate (10+2) board.
3. Submit copies of the SSC certificate, Intermediate marks memo, and Caste/Income certificates (if applicable).
4. Pay the application fee via the prescribed mode (Online/Challan).
5. Attend the counseling session if shortlisted based on the merit list.

The institution provides essential infrastructure to support nursing education:

• Nursing Laboratories: Well-equipped labs for Nutrition, Foundations of Nursing, and Maternal & Child Health.
• Library: A collection of nursing journals, textbooks, and reference materials.
• Hostel: On-campus accommodation for female students with basic amenities and security.
• Clinical Tie-ups: Partnerships with the local Adoni Area Hospital and other private nursing homes for practical training.

The school is organized into several functional departments to manage the curriculum effectively:

• Department of Fundamentals of Nursing
• Department of Community Health Nursing
• Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Department of Pediatric Nursing
• Department of Obstetric and Gynecological Nursing