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Nursing is one of the noblest professions in the world. Everywhere, nurses are considered to be caring individuals that help the sick and empathize towards them. They are the largest group that works in the health care sector. Nursing courses deals with the study of taking care of sick people. Some of the best nursing colleges conduct entrance exams to help shortlist applicants. There are others that take direct admissions too. Following is a list of a few entrance exams.
AIIMS Entrance Exam- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi is one of the best medical colleges in the country. It conducts entrance exams for its B.Sc nursing and B.Sc. nursing post basic course. The exam is usually conducted in June. AFMC Entrance Exam Armed Forces Medical College conducts an entrance exam for its B.Sc nursing course. JIPMER Entrance Exam Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research is considered to be one of the best institutes in the country.
Lady Harding's Medical College - This College situated in Delhi also conducts entrance exams for admission to its B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing course. There are other entrance exams conducted by each state for admissions to their affiliated colleges.
Eligibility Criteria:
For B.Sc nursing, the candidate should have passed 12th standard. The aggregate marks required depend on the prerequisite of the university. Also, the candidate should have taken biology, physics and chemistry during 12th standard. The candidate should be at least 17 years old at the time of admission. Physical fitness is important for those wishing to join AFMC. For B.Sc nursing post basic, the candidate should have completed 12th standard and have a Diploma GNM Diploma. She should also have experience of around two years in the profession. The candidate may also be a 10th class pass with a GNM Diploma and a minimum of five years of experience in the profession. There is no upper age limit for admission to this course.