Indian Nursing Council to Celebrate International Nurses Day with Online Webinar
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has announced it will celebrate International Nurses Day on May 13, 2025, with an online webinar. The event is scheduled to take place from 11 am to 12 pm and will be accessible to all interested individuals through a YouTube live link.
Indian Nursing Council to Celebrate International Day of Midwives
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) will be celebrating International Day of Midwives on May 5, 2025 from 11am to 12pm. The theme for the celebration is ‘Midwives: Critical in Every Crisis’.
INC Reminds Applicants of Online Nursing Institutional Verification Timelines
The council reiterated that the completion of the verification process and the issuance of the verification certificate will take a minimum of 15 working days and a maximum of 90 days from the date the request is submitted along with the required payment. The institutional verification process is now entirely conducted online.
INC Issues Reminder on Online Nursing Institutional Verification Timelines
The council reminded applicants that the minimum time required for completing the verification and issuing the certificate is 15 working days, with a maximum of 90 days from the date of request submission along with the necessary payment. INC emphasized that the verification process is now entirely online. Consequently, personal visits by candidates or their representatives to the Council’s office to inquire about the status of their verification will not be entertained under any circumstances.
Indian Nursing Council To Host Webinar on World Health Day
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) extends its wishes to the entire nursing fraternity, acknowledging their unwavering dedication and tireless efforts in providing quality healthcare on the occasion of World Health Day. In celebration of their invaluable contributions, the INC is hosting a special webinar on April 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM.
Nursing Institutions Given Extension for Suitability Renewal with Late Fee
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has announced a final opportunity for nursing educational institutions to renew their suitability for the academic year 2025-26 from April 3, 2025, to April 30, 2025. However, institutions submitting applications during this extended period will be required to pay a penalty of Rs. 15,000/- (Rupees Fifteen Thousand only).
Indian Nursing Council Publicizes Fake Notice In Its Name
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has publicized a fake notice notice issued under its name and order. This fake notice is purportedly expressing a stern warning to all nursing colleges across India regarding the maintenance of accurate faculty records.
Nursing Institutions Invited to Renew Suitability for 2025-26
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has announced that it is accepting online applications for the renewal of suitability for nursing educational institutions for the academic year 2025-2026. Institutions must apply online between February 3, 2025, and March 31, 2025.
New Regulations Established for Nurse Practitioner In Nephrology Nursing Program
NPNepN is a two-year, competency-based residency program focusing on advanced nephrology nursing skills. The curriculum includes theory (core, advanced practice, and clinical courses) and a significant clinical practicum component.
New Regulations Established for Nurse Practitioner in Anesthesia (NPA) Programs in India
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has implemented new regulations for the “Indian Nursing Council {Nurse Practitioner in Anesthesia (NPA) – Postgraduate Residency Program}” program. These regulations aim to standardize and improve the quality of NPA education in India. These regulations were published on January 17, 2025.
Important Dates Announced for Nursing Admissions 2025-26
The B.Sc.(N) program session will commence on August 1, 2025, with a last date for admissions set for September 30, 2025. The entrance exam for B.Sc.(N) programs will be conducted before June 15, 2025. A separate notification by the INC confirms the last date for admissions to all other Nursing Programs for the academic year 2025-26 as September 30, 2025.
Nursing Council Increases Seats in GNM and B.Sc.(N) Programs Based on Hospital Bed Capacity
Nursing institutes must maintain sections with a minimum of 60 or 100 students, as specified. A 1:10 teacher-student ratio is mandatory to ensure adequate faculty supervision. Clinical areas prescribed in the nursing program curriculum must adhere to a 1:3 student-patient ratio to guarantee sufficient practical experience.