Education & CNE

The National Health Authority (NHA) has launched the NHA Digital Academy, a new online learning platform designed to improve healthcare training, digital skills, and programme implementation capacity across India. The initiative aims to support professionals working in public health systems, healthcare administration, and digital health programmes by offering structured learning opportunities through a central digital […]

The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has launched a 30-hour accredited Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) course on Care for the Elderly, aimed at equipping nurses with essential skills to address the growing healthcare needs of India’s ageing population. According to the official course document, India’s elderly population (aged 60 years and above) is projected to increase […]

The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has issued a new notification amending the admission terms and conditions for foreign nationals seeking entry into GNM and B.Sc Nursing programs in India. As per Notification No. 7 of 2026, the council has aligned its admission requirements with the latest guidelines issued by the University Grants Commission (UGC), bringing […]

New Delhi, October 2025 — The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has announced an extension of the last date for admission to ANM, GNM, and B.Sc. (Nursing) programs for the academic year 2025-26. The new deadline for admissions is now 30th November 2025. This decision comes following requests from various States, seeking additional time to complete […]

The Uttar Pradesh government is embarking on an ambitious plan to establish 25 new government nursing colleges across various districts. This move aims to address the rising demand for healthcare professionals, strengthen the nursing workforce, and ensure that students from smaller towns have better access to quality education at affordable, government-regulated fees. This effort reflects […]

Indian Nursing Council (INC) has officially declared the elimination of any maximum or upper age limit for admission to various nursing programs in India. This momentous decision is poised to revolutionize the landscape of nursing education in the country, making it more inclusive and accessible to individuals of all ages and backgrounds. The INC’s recent […]

In a bid to adapt to the evolving global landscape and promote internationalization in education, the Indian Nursing Council (INC) has issued a significant notification on August 2nd, 2023, announcing the addition of foreign languages as an optional subject/course in BSc Nursing and GNM programs. This move aims to enhance the overall personality development of […]

The Kerala State Government has taken a significant step towards empowering the transgender community by reserving seats for them in the nursing sector. This pioneering initiative has garnered widespread praise on social media and is being hailed as a historic move in promoting inclusivity and equality. Kerala’s Health Minister, Veena George, recently announced the allocation […]

In a significant turn of events, the High Court has lifted the ban on admission to ANM, GNM, and BSc Nursing courses in Jharkhand. The court’s decision came after the Jharkhand government filed an affidavit, proposing changes to the earlier advertisement. Justice R Mukhopadhyay’s court removed the stay on the advertisement, which had previously restricted […]

Lucknow, July 12, 2023 – At an event today, the Honorable Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath, formally released the rating of 383 Nursing colleges, and 294 Paramedical colleges in the state. These include both private as well as government colleges. These ratings will be made available to the public through the official […]

The 2023 National Curriculum Framework (NCF) for School Education recognizes the profound impact of doctors’ and nurses’ behavior towards patients and attendants as an exemplary model of engaging with fellow human beings. This comprehensive framework, designed for students across various stages of education, including the Middle Stage (Grades 6-8), Secondary Stage (Grades 9-12), and beyond, […]

In response to the increasing global demand for Ayurveda technicians, a groundbreaking diploma program titled “Post Basic Diploma in Ayurveda Nursing – Residency Program” has been introduced by Indian Nursing Council. As per the Indian Nursing Council gazette notification, this program aims to train BSc and GNM nurses, who have a background in the allopathic […]