PEWS GNM FAQs
Ques. What is the entrance exam for GNM admission at PEWS Group of Institutions?
Ans. Admission to the GNM programme at PEWS Group of Institutions is through the SSUHS GNM Entrance Exam (GNMEE) conducted by Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences. The GNMEE is a 100-mark MCQ-based exam covering English, Mathematics, and General Science, with no negative marking. Candidates register on ssuhs.ac.in, appear for the exam, and receive seat allotment through SSUHS centralised counselling. PEWS seats are filled from the SSUHS merit list.
Ques. What is the total fee for GNM at PEWS Guwahati?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the GNM programme at PEWS Group of Institutions is INR 3,60,000, payable at INR 1,20,000 per academic year over 3 years. Additional charges such as examination fees, registration, and hostel accommodation may apply. Students from SC/ST/OBC categories may be eligible for Post-Matric Scholarships from the Government of Assam to offset the cost. Education loans from scheduled banks are also available against the admission letter.
Ques. Can students from the arts stream apply for GNM at PEWS?
Ans. Yes, SSUHS allows students from any stream (arts, science, or commerce) to apply for GNM admission, provided they have passed 10+2 with English as a compulsory subject and a minimum of 40% aggregate marks. This makes GNM at PEWS accessible to a wider pool of candidates compared to courses like B.Sc Nursing, which typically require Science with PCB. Arts stream students must appear in and qualify the SSUHS GNMEE.
Ques. How many GNM seats are available at PEWS Group of Institutions?
Ans. The GNM programme at PEWS Group of Institutions has an intake of 60 seats per academic year. These seats are filled through centralised counselling conducted by SSUHS after the GNMEE results. A portion of the seats may be reserved for SC/ST/OBC/MOBC candidates as per Assam government reservation policy. Candidates from Assam and other Northeast states are prioritised in state quota seat allotment.
Ques. What career options are available after completing GNM?
Ans. GNM graduates are eligible to register as General Duty Nurses with the Assam Nurses, Midwives and Health Visitors Council and can work in government hospitals, private hospitals, community health centres, maternity homes, and primary health centres. Graduates may also appear for government nursing recruitment exams conducted by the Assam Public Service Commission. Further qualification through a post-basic B.Sc Nursing programme is also available to GNM graduates seeking a degree upgrade.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available at PEWS for GNM students?
Ans. Hostel facility details for GNM students at PEWS Group of Institutions are not listed on the official website cpmsc.com. Prospective students are advised to contact the college at 88110 99994 or email pewsghy@gmail.com to confirm hostel availability, room options, and charges. Students from outside Guwahati can also find paying guest accommodation and rental housing near the college campus at reasonable rates.
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