CMC Vellore BSc (Post-Basic) Nursing 2024: Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 is a State level entrance test to facilitate admissions in the Diploma level programme in Nursing. The Degree and  Diploma in Post-Basic programme includes a 3-year course and one year of training as a junior staff nurse. The student intake is 100 per year. Out of the 100 seats, Nine seats (7 for Female and 2 for Male) are for the open category and 91 seats are reserved for the Minority Network category & CMC Vellore Staff Quota (83 for Female and 8 for Male). The exam is conducted Board of Nursing Education of the Nurses’ League, Christian Medical Association of India (South India Branch). The Diploma is awarded by the BNESIB, NL CMAI and is recognized by the Indian Nursing Council

CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 Highlights

Below is the quick highlight of the Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (Post-Basic Nursing) programme offered by CMC Vellore. 

The national level entrance exams will be concluded after the successful conclusion of the various events such as the application form filling, release of admit card and others. Below are the tentative dates of the events:   

*Dates are tentative and are subject to change

• The candidate should have passed class 12 or an equivalent examination recognized by the University/10 +1 in or before the year 1986.
• The candidate should pass a Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) or an alternate course
• The candidate should have a permanent registration certificate with the State Registration Council for Nursing and Midwifery/alternate course approved by Indian Nursing Council (INC) for a similar duration in lieu of Midwifery, in any one of the following areas:
• OT Techniques
• Ophthalmic Nursing
• Leprosy Nursing
• TB Nursing
• Psychiatric Nursing
• Neurological and Neuro Surgical Nursing
• Community Health Nursing
• Cancer Nursing
• Orthopedic Nursing
• A Certificate of Medical Fitness from an authorized Medical Officer.

For Post Basic Diploma

• Candidates should have passed the qualification of Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery or alternate course/BSc Nursing/BSc (Hons.) in Nursing/Post Basic BSc Nursing.
• Permanent registration certificate from the State Nursing Council for Nursing and Midwifery or alternate course (applicable to male candidates)
• Minimum one year of work experience as of September 1 of the said year in any clinical area in the hospital or in the community
• A Certificate of Medical Fitness from an authorized Medical Officer

CMC Vellore Post Basic Nursing 2021 admission process involves a set of events and proper participation of the candidates is required to conclude the admissions. Below are the steps of the admission process: 

Step 1: Fill the CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 Application Form

To start the admission process, first candidates have to register themselves before filling the actual application form. The application form requires personal details, academic details and a passport size photograph along with the scanned image of the signature. The candidates should also ensure to pay the application fee. 

Step 2: Download CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 Admit Card

Candidates have to download the CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 admit card which is required to be produced in the form of a hard copy at the centre on the day of examination to access the entry into the examination hall. The CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 admit card can be downloaded online from the official website of the CMC Vellore by providing the application number and password.

Step 3: Computer-Based Tests

Admissions to the Nursing programme is based on merit. The merit will be decided on the basis of the two-step test. A preliminary Computer-based, Step -1 test, followed by Step-2 test (practical tests and interview) for short-listed candidates.

Step 4: Check CMC Vellore Nursing 2021 Result

CMC Vellore Post-Basic 2021 result will be announced on the official website of the CMC Vellore via online mode. Candidates have to log in to their accounts using their credentials to access their individual results and are advised to take a printout of the same to be used for further processes.

Step 5: Registration for Admission

Those finally selected for admission after interviews and tests will be required to register for the course by paying the tuition fee and completing other admission formalities. Students should submit their certificates in original. Admission to Post-Basic Nursing for the year is subject to being certified medically fit by the Medical Board of the Christian Medical College, Vellore.

The CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 Application was available on the official website of the CMC Vellore. The application form filling process is completely online and requires personal and academic details. The CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 application will only be considered complete and will be accepted by the conducting body after the payment of the application fee. The application fee for CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 is Rs 500 for all categories.

Candidates appearing for CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 must read all the instructions printed on the CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 admit card issued by CMC Vellore. These guidelines usually carry instructions to be followed on the exam day, what to carry, what not to carry, and some general instructions. Take a look at some important exam day instructions mentioned below:

What to carry on exam day?

CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 will be conducted in online mode (Computer-Based Test). Candidates are required to bring their own pencil or blue/black ball-point pen for rough work usage. The conducting body has also issued a list of belongings not to be carried inside the exam hall. The list includes any paper or document other than the admit card, gadgets like calculators, mobile phones, electronic/smartwatches are belongings that are prohibited inside the exam hall.

Documents Need to Carry

On the day of examination, candidates are required to bring some documents along with them which will make them eligible to access the entrance in the examination hall. Documents such as CMC Vellore admit card is required to be carried to the exam centre. Candidates who are unable to produce a printed copy of the admit card will not be allowed to take the test. Along with admit card, documents such as a driving license, aadhar card, PAN card, ID card or any original photo ID proof issued by the government to the CMC Vellore Post-Basic Nursing 2021 exam centre are required to be taken with them.