Santosh University Ghaziabad GNM : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for GNM at Santosh University, Ghaziabad is INR 2,46,000 for the full 3-year diploma. Hostel accommodation is available at INR 75,000 per year and is billed separately from the programme fee. SC/ST and OBC students may apply for state and central government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal to reduce the effective cost. Annual fees are subject to revision as per Uttar Pradesh Nursing Council guidelines.

Ans. No, NEET is not required for GNM admission at Santosh University. Admission is conducted on a merit basis through the university’s own process without any national entrance exam. Eligible candidates need a minimum of 40% aggregate in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to open in August 2026, and candidates should apply at admission.santosh.ac.in when the notification is released.

Ans. The GNM diploma at Santosh University is 3 years in duration, followed by a compulsory 6-month rotatory internship at Santosh Hospital, Ghaziabad. The internship covers medical, surgical, obstetric, and paediatric wards, providing comprehensive nursing clinical training. Total programme duration including the internship phase is 3.5 years. Graduates receive the GNM diploma from Santosh University on successful completion of both the course and internship.

Ans. GNM diploma holders from Santosh University can work as registered nurses and midwives in government hospitals, private hospitals, nursing homes, and community health centres. Staff nurse recruitment is conducted by NHM, ESIC, state PSCs, and central government health services, all open to GNM diploma holders. Graduates may further upgrade to B.Sc Nursing through a bridge course offered by some universities, which enhances long-term career and salary growth prospects.

Ans. Admissions for GNM at Santosh University for the 2026-27 session are expected to open in August 2026. The 2026-27 admission notification had not been released as of July 2026. Candidates should regularly check santosh.ac.in and the university’s admission portal for updates. Once applications open, shortlisting will be done on merit based on 10+2 percentage in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology subjects.