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Contact Address
Regional College of Nursing
Indrapur, Guwahati 781032
Assam, India

Tel: +91-361-2130237
Email: rcn-asm@nic.in

Academic Information

Courses of Study: B.Sc. Nursing

B.Sc. Nursing
Intake capacity30
Duration of course4 academic years
Course CoordinatorProf. L. K. Das

Objective: The institution aims at achieving the following objectives for the student to develop:

  1. abilities for participation as member of health team in preventive & curative health services of the country.
  2. proficiency in the skill and techniques of nursing based on principles and concepts from selected areas of physical, biological & behavioral science which will enable the student to promote the. Patient's health & assist in his recovery and rehabilitation.
  3. knowledge of the influence of family and socio economic condition which affect the patient and his progress.
  4. capacity to do independent work by utilizing critical thinking, determination, judgment, and decision making abilities.
  5. prepare nurses who would work as colleagues with members of medical and other professional group engaged in health and welfare work, making equal worth while contribution for the welfare of community and care of patient.

Eligibility for Admission: Candidate seeking admission to the 1st year B.Sc. nursing course must have,

  1. Passed the HSSLC (10 +2) examination and secured at least 50% marks in the aggregates in the science subjects i.e. Physics, Chemistry, Biology and 45% marks in these subjects for the candidate belongs to the schedule caste or schedule tribes. Age Limit: 18 to 25 years.
  2. only woman candidates are eligible for the course.
  3. candidate should be found medically fit by the medical examination board.
  4. selection of candidate for admission shall be on merit basis, based on aggregate marks obtained in the subjects mentioned above in (1) other than English.
  5. 50% of the total available seats in the 1st year B.Sc. nursing shall be allotted to the other constituent States as laid down in NEC scheme.

List of Attachments (Certificates / Document): The application forms should be accompanied by:

  1. Attested true copy of marks obtained in HSLC (10th standard) & HSSLC (10+2 Standard) and other equivalent examination.
  2. Age certificate (HSLC Admit Card).
  3. Schedule caste certificates (Hills & Plains) from competent authority.
  4. Character certificates from the head of the institution in which the candidate last studied.
  5. Certificates of permanent residence or nativity.
  6. Certificate from the head of the department in cases of daughter of state government /central government employees who are not native or permanent resident of Assam.

Subjects of Study - Details

Examination and Academic Calendar

Courses of Study: Condensed B.Sc. Nursing

(Admissions to this course has not been taking place for last two years.)

Condensed B.Sc. Nursing
Intake capacity15
Duration of course2 academic years
Course CoordinatorProf. K. Saikia

Objective:

  1. Asses health status, identify nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients / clients that contribute to health of individuals, families and communities.
  2. Demonstrate competency in techniques of nursing based on concepts and principles from selected areas of nursing, physical, biological and behavioral sciences.
  3. Participate as members of health team in the promotive, preventive, curative and restorative health care delivery system of the country.
  4. Demonstrate skills in communication and interpersonal relationship.
  5. Demonstrate skills in teaching to individuals and groups in community health setting.
  6. Participate in research activities and utilize research findings in improving nursing practice.
  7. Recognize the need for continued learning for their personal and professional development.

Eligibility for Admission: She has to passed the school final examination and the general nursing and midwifery examination conducted by the Assam Nurses, midwifery and health visitors council or it equivalent examination and have worked as Staff Nurse for a period of 5 years in hospital or primary health centre.

Age limit: Minimum age of 25 years and not exceeded 35 years. Maximum age relaxable by 3 years in case of schedule caste (SC) or schedule tribes (ST) candidates.

List of Attachments (Certificates / Documents): The application forms should be accompanied by:

  1. Attested true copy of marks obtained in HSLC (10th standard) & HSSLC (10+2 Standard) and in GNM course
  2. Age certificates (HSLC Admit Card)
  3. Cast certificates (Hills & Plains) from competent authority.
  4. Character certificates from the head of the institution in which the candidate last worked.
  5. Certificates of permanent residence or nativity.
  6. Experience certificates from the employing authority.
  7. Certificate from the head of the department in cases of daughter of state government / central government employees who are not native or permanent resident of Assam.

Subjects of Study - Details

Examination and Academic Calendar

Courses of Study: M.Sc. Nursing

M.Sc. Nursing
Intake capacity25
Duration of course2 academic years
Course CoordinatorProf. Mosphiya Khannam

Aims: The aim of the postgraduate program in nursing is to prepare graduates to assume responsibilities as nurse specialists, consultants, educators, administrators in a wide variety of professional settings.

Objectives: On completion of the two years M.Sc. Nursing programme, the graduate will be able to:

  1. Utilize / apply the concepts, theories and principles of nursing science
  2. Demonstrate advance competence in practice of nursing
  3. Practice as a nurse specialist
  4. Demonstrate leadership qualities and function effectively as nurse educator and manager
  5. Demonstrate skill in conducting nursing research, interpreting and utilizing the findings from health related research.

Eligibility Criteria / Admission Requirements:

  1. The candidate should be a registered Nurse and registered midwife of State Nursing council.
  2. The minimum education requirements shall be the passing of B.Sc. Nursing /B.Sc. Hons. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with minimum of 55% aggregate marks.
  3. The candidate should have undergone in B.Sc. Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing / B.Sc. Hons. Nursing / Post Basic Nursing in an institution which is recognized by Indian Nursing Council.
  4. Minimum one year of work experience after Basic B.Sc. Nursing.
  5. Minimum one year of work experience prior or after Post Basic B. Sc. Nursing.
  6. Candidate shall be medically fit.
  7. 7. 5% relaxation of marks for SC/St candidates may be given.

Entrance/Selection Test: Selection of the candidates should be based on the merit of the entrance examination held by University or competent authority.

Duration: Duration of the course is 2 years for M.Sc. Nursing.

Available52 weeks
Vacation4 weeks
Examination2 weeks
Gazetted holidays3 weeks
Total weeks available43 weeks
40 hours per week1720 hours
Total hours for 2 yrs3440 hours

Subjects of Study - Details

Examination and Academic Calendar

Application Form for Admission:

  1. The application forms for the courses may be obtained from the office of the Principal Regional College of Nursing, Guwahati on payment of Rs. 10 which may be paid either by a crossed postal order drawn in favour of the Principal or by depositing the amount in treasury under the proper head of account and by sending a copy of the challan with the application requesting for the form.
  2. The application for admission should be submitted to the office of the Principal, Regional College of Nursing, Guwahati.

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