Read the GMCH B.Sc. Nursing entrance guide for eligibility, exam pattern, seats and counselling. Confirm dates in the official admission notices.

Written by Harish GandhiPublished by Kanika’s Nursing AcademyPublished August 17, 2026Updated October 27, 2026

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OrganizationGovernment Medical College & Hospital (GMCH)

LocationChandigarh

Vacancies60 Seats

Salary / pay scaleVerify in the current official recruitment notice

QualificationCandidates must have: Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination. Studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English individually.

Applications openMarch 17, 2026

Last date25/6/2026

GMCH BSc Nursing entrance 2026 archive: This guide brings together the eligibility, exam pattern, seat information and counselling details for Government Medical College & Hospital, Chandigarh. Check the official admission notices before acting on a date or requirement.

BSc Nursing Course

- Course Duration: 4 Years (including 6 months compulsory internship)
- Academic Session: 2026–27
- Admission Basis: Through GMCH Combined Entrance Test (GCET-2026) only.

Total Seats

- Total Seats: 60
- UT Chandigarh Pool (85%): 51 seats
- General Pool (15%): 9 seats
- Additional Supernumerary Seats: 8 seats reserved for students from Jammu & Kashmir (filled separately through Government nomination).

Seat Distribution

Category

UT Pool

General Pool

General

41

8

SC

8

1

OBC (NCL)

2

0

General PwD

2

0

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have:

- Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination.
- Studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English individually.
- Minimum aggregate marks:
- General/OBC-NCL: 50%
- SC: 45%

Students who passed through NIOS with PCB and English are also eligible, but only for General Pool seats.

Minimum Age

- Candidate must have completed 17 years of age on or before 31 December 2026.

Entrance Examination Pattern

- Mode: Offline (MCQ based)
- Medium: English only
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Total Questions: 100
- Marks per Question: 1
- Negative Marking: No negative marking

Subject-wise Distribution

Subject

Questions

Aptitude for Nursing/Patient Care

20

Physics

20

Chemistry

20

Biology

20

English

20

Total: 100 Questions

Important Topics

Biology

- Cell Structure
- Human Physiology
- Genetics
- Reproduction
- Plant Physiology
- Ecology
- Biotechnology

Physics

- Motion




- Work & Energy
- Heat
- Electricity
- Magnetism
- Optics
- Modern Physics

Chemistry

- Atomic Structure
- Chemical Bonding
- Organic Chemistry
- Hydrocarbons
- Biomolecules
- Solutions
- Electrochemistry

English

- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Reading Comprehension
- Error Detection
- Sentence Rearrangement

Nursing Aptitude

- Patient Care
- Communication Skills
- Ethics
- Critical Thinking
- Observation Skills
- Problem Solving

Qualifying Criteria

For BSc Nursing:

- General/OBC-NCL: Minimum 50th percentile
- SC: Minimum 45th percentile

Admission is then granted strictly according to GCET merit rank.

Important Dates (2026)

Event

Date

Online Application Starts

17 June 2026

Last Date to Apply

25 June 2026 (4:00 PM)

Admit Card Available

1 July 2026 onwards

Entrance Exam

4 July 2026 (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM)

Result Declaration

6 July 2026

Part-II Form Submission

7 July – 10 July 2026

First Counselling

30 July 2026

Session Begins

1 August 2026

Documents Required for Counselling

Qualified candidates must upload:

- Class 10 certificate (Date of Birth proof)
- 10+2 passing certificate
- 10+2 detailed marksheet
- UT Chandigarh certificate (if applicable)
- SC/OBC/PwD certificate (if applicable)
- NOC for in-service candidates (if applicable)
- Any other relevant supporting documents

For the latest prospectus, merit lists and counselling notices, use the official GMCH 2026 admissions page. Official notices take precedence over this preparation guide.

Plan regular study time and keep explicit revision notes. Illustrative photograph: Kyle Gregory Devaras / Unsplash.

Preparation support from Kanika’s Nursing Academy

Need help choosing your next step? Explore our nursing coaching courses or read the PPMET BSc Nursing admission guide. You can also contact the academy to ask about a suitable preparation programme.

Planning for the next intake? Read our GMCH nursing admission guide for 2027. Confirm final dates and rules in the college’s official notice before applying.





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Harish Gandhi Director, Kanika’s Nursing Academy Harish Kumar is the Director of Kanika’s Nursing Academy, dedicated to providing quality, exam-oriented education and structured preparation for nursing aspirants. Under his leadership, the academy focuses on concept-based learning, comprehensive study material, video lectures, test series, previous-year questions, and mock examinations to help students prepare confidently for competitive nursing examinations. His vision is to make quality nursing education accessible, practical, and examination-focused, empowering students to improve their knowledge, accuracy, and confidence. Vision “Prepare. Practice. Perform.” To guide nursing aspirants toward their career goals through quality education, consistent practice, and effective exam preparation.

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