Ramachandran Naidu College of Nursing

Diploma in Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM)

The Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) program is a two-year diploma course designed to train candidates in providing basic healthcare services, particularly in maternal and child health. The program focuses on fundamental nursing, midwifery skills, and community health education. Graduates are equipped to work in primary healthcare centers, especially in rural and underserved areas, where they play a vital role in promoting health and preventing illness.

Duration / Curriculum:

The Diploma in Auxiliary Nursing and Midwifery (ANM) is a 3-year course that prepares students to provide basic nursing and midwifery care in various healthcare settings. The curriculum is designed according to Indian Nursing Council (INC) norms and includes both theoretical knowledge and practical training in subjects such as community health, maternal and child care, and first aid. The course emphasizes the development of essential nursing skills to serve rural and urban populations

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for the ANM program must have:

Age Requirement: The minimum age for admission is 17 years, and the maximum age is 35 years.

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must have passed +2 or its equivalent examination, preferably with Science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology), securing an aggregate of 40% marks.
Candidates who have completed the +2 vocational ANM course (revised after 2001) from a school recognized by the Indian Nursing Council are also eligible.
Those who have undergone ANM training (10+1½ year training) must have passed +2 or its equivalent examination.
Medical Fitness: Candidates must be medically fit to pursue the course and must submit a medical fitness certificate at the time of admission.

Mode of Admission

Admission to the ANM program is conducted through both Government Quota and Management Quota. Candidates for the government quota are selected based on cut-off marks, while the management quota is filled by the college management and principal, based on merit and an interview.

Admission Procedures

All admissions are governed by the rules and regulations set forth by The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R Medical University and the Indian Nursing Council. A candidate’s admission is considered confirmed only after the registration process is completed and certified by The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R Medical University, subject to the remittance of the prescribed fees.

Steps for Admission:

1. Obtaining Application Form

Candidates can obtain the application form and prospectus directly from the office of Sri K. Ramachandran Naidu College of Nursing.
The application must be filled out in the prescribed format provided by the college.

2. Submission of Application

Candidates are required to submit the completed application form within the stipulated time frame. All required documents must be attached, including academic certificates, identification proof, and any other supporting materials mentioned in the application form.

3. Merit-Based Selection

Selection is done on a merit basis, and in some cases, an interview will be conducted to assess the candidate's motivation and suitability for the nursing profession

4. Interview

Candidates shortlisted based on merit may be required to attend an interview, during which the selection committee will evaluate their commitment and aptitude for the nursing field.