Krishna Group of Institutions GNM : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. No, NEET-UG is not required for GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) admission at KGI Kanpur. Unlike B.Sc Nursing, which requires a valid NEET-UG score, GNM is a diploma programme and admission is based entirely on 10+2 merit. Candidates who scored at least 40% aggregate marks in any stream in class 12th and fall within the 17 to 35 year age bracket are directly eligible to apply at KGI without any entrance examination.

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year GNM programme at KGI is INR 3.42 Lakhs, which amounts to INR 1,14,000 per year. This covers tuition and programme-related charges for the 3-year curriculum. Hostel fees and any additional charges for uniforms, practical supplies, or examination fees are separate and confirmed at the admissions office. UP government category scholarships of up to INR 70,000 per year are available and can significantly reduce the net cost for eligible students.

Ans. The GNM programme at KGI Kanpur is a 3-year full-time diploma followed by 6 months of mandatory internship, making the total training period 3.5 years as per INC guidelines. The curriculum covers medical-surgical nursing, community health nursing, child health nursing, mental health nursing, midwifery, and obstetrical nursing across 6 semesters. Clinical postings at affiliated hospitals form a major component of the training, preparing students for direct patient care roles.

Ans. Yes, GNM graduates from KGI can upgrade to a full B.Sc Nursing degree through the Post Basic B.Sc Nursing (P.B.B.Sc Nursing) programme, which KGI also offers as a 2-year course. After completing GNM and registering with the Uttar Pradesh Nurses Registration Council, candidates meeting the eligibility criteria (minimum 50% in GNM) can apply for P.B.B.Sc Nursing at KGI or other INC-approved institutions to enhance their qualification and career prospects.

Ans. GNM graduates from KGI can work as staff nurses in government and private hospitals, nursing homes, community health centres, and primary health care facilities. They are eligible to appear for government nursing recruitment exams conducted by AIIMS, railway hospitals, defence forces, and state public service commissions. With additional experience and P.B.B.Sc Nursing qualification, they can move into supervisory roles. GNM-certified nurses are also eligible to register for international nursing positions through recognized recruitment channels.

Ans. KGI GNM students receive clinical training at hospitals affiliated with the Krishna Group of Institutions in Kanpur as part of the INC-mandated practical curriculum. Training spans wards including general medicine, surgery, obstetrics, paediatrics, psychiatry, and community health. Students are posted in hospital departments during all three years of the programme. The mandatory 6-month internship at the end of the diploma provides intensive supervised clinical exposure before final registration with the nursing council.