🏥 Nursing & Paramedical Admission 2025 – Complete Guide for Healthcare Careers
Nursing and paramedical courses are among the most noble and job-assured options for students after 12th, especially those from science stream. If you're looking to serve in the healthcare sector, this guide on Nursing & Paramedical Admission 2025 will help you choose the right course and college.
🩺 Popular Courses Offered
| Course Name | Duration | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife) | 2 Years | 12th Pass (Any stream) |
| GNM (General Nursing Midwifery) | 3 Years | 12th Science (PCB preferred) |
| BSc Nursing | 4 Years | 12th Science (PCB + English) |
| DMLT (Lab Technician) | 2 Years | 12th Science |
| BPT (Physiotherapy) | 4.5 Years | 12th Science (PCB) |
| OTT, X-ray, ECG, Dialysis Tech | 2–3 Years | 12th Science (PCB) |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- 12th pass (Science stream with PCB preferred)
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories)
- Some courses accept students from Arts stream (ANM, GNM)
- Age: Minimum 17 years
📝 Admission Process
Admission depends on:
- State Nursing Entrance Exams (like MH-Nursing CET)
- NEET UG 2025 (for some paramedical courses)
- Direct Merit-Based admission in private colleges
- Counseling Rounds via health universities
🗓️ Important Dates (Maharashtra MUHS – Tentative)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | July 1, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | July 25, 2025 |
| Entrance Exam (if any) | August 1, 2025 |
| Merit List Publication | August 10, 2025 |
| Counseling Rounds | August 12–25, 2025 |
📂 Required Documents
- 10th & 12th Marksheet
- School Leaving Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Passport-size Photographs
- Entrance Exam Scorecard (if required)
💰 Fee Structure (Approx.)
| Course | Government College | Private College |
|---|---|---|
| ANM/GNM | ₹10,000 – ₹30,000/year | ₹40,000 – ₹90,000/year |
| BSc Nursing | ₹20,000 – ₹50,000/year | ₹70,000 – ₹1.5 Lakh/year |
| Paramedical | ₹10,000 – ₹40,000/year | ₹50,000 – ₹1 Lakh/year |
Scholarships available via MahaDBT & Central Sector Schemes.
🧑⚕️ Career Opportunities After Nursing & Paramedical
- Government & private hospitals
- Community health centers (PHC, CHC)
- Diagnostic labs & clinics
- Nursing homes
- Emergency response teams
- Further studies: BSc Nursing, MSc Nursing, MPT, MPH, etc.
🏫 Top Nursing & Paramedical Colleges in Maharashtra
- Government College of Nursing, Mumbai
- Tata Memorial Hospital (Nursing & Lab Tech)
- MUHS-Affiliated Colleges
- Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
- KEM Hospital, Pune
- Grant Medical College, Mumbai
✍ Final Words
Nursing and paramedical fields are growing faster than ever. With job opportunities in India and abroad, these courses offer financial stability and service to society. Apply early, follow the entrance requirements, and stay connected with state health university updates.
✍️ Written by: Shaikh Basit
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