The admission process at the International College of Nursing (ICN), Tarn Taran follows standard parameters set by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS) and the Indian Nursing Council (INC). Admissions focus heavily on qualifying marks, background verification, and healthcare alignment
Admission Criteri
| Course Name | Duration | Eligibility Criteria | Entrance Exam/Admission Basis |
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| B.Sc. Nursing | 4 Years | 10+2 Medical with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) & English; Minimum 45% - 50% aggregate | PPMET Entrance Exam (conducted by BFUHS) or Institutional Merit |
| Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing | 2 Years | Must have passed 10+2 and completed a GNM Diploma recognized by the State Nursing Council | BFUHS State Nursing Counselling / Merit Basis |
| G.N.M (General Nursing) | 3 Years | 10+2 in any stream (Science/Arts/Commerce) with a minimum of 40% marks | Strict Qualifying Exam Merit followed by Personal Interview |
| A.N.M (Auxiliary Nursing) | 2 Years | 10+2 pass in any stream from a recognized educational board | Strict Qualifying Exam Merit selection basis |
B.Sc. Nursing
Admission Process
Entrance Exam Registration: Candidates must register for and appear in the Punjab Para Medical Entrance Test (PPMET), which is conducted annually by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot.
Central Counseling Round: Based on the rank secured in the PPMET exam, candidates must participate in the online or offline university counseling rounds where they choose the International College of Nursing, Tarn Taran as their preferred institution.
Direct Merit Route (Management Seats): If any remaining vacant or management quota seats are left after the BFUHS counseling lists are cleared, the college directly allocates them on a strict 10+2 medical merit score basis.
Document Verification & Personal Interview: Shortlisted students must report to the college campus along with a parent or guardian to undergo a personal interview before a evaluation panel to verify their communication skills and suitability for the health sector.
Medical Fitness Test: Every selected candidate must present a formal Medical Fitness Certificate cleared by a certified government medical officer to ensure they are physically fit to undertake clinical postings.
Eligibility
Candidates must satisfy the following academic and personal conditions laid down by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS):
Academic Background: Must have passed 10+2 (Medical stream) from a recognized educational board like CBSE, ICSE, or Punjab School Education Board (PSEB).
Core Subjects: Must have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB), and English as compulsory subjects in their 10+2 curriculum.
Minimum Marks: Must have secured an aggregate minimum of 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology combined (relaxed to 40% for SC/ST categories).
Age Limit: Must have attained the minimum age of 17 years on or before December 31st of the admission year.
Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing
Admission Process
State Counselling / Merit Registration: Admissions are primarily managed through the centralized Punjab State Nursing Counselling network administered by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot. Candidates must submit online choices opting for this college.
Institutional Merit Intake: Any vacant seats or designated Management Quota allocations are filled directly through Institutional Merit based on the marks scored during the candidate's previous GNM diploma exams.
Application Form & Documents submission: Candidates can access the official portal to complete initial registration. You must present your academic records during enrollment, including your GNM Marksheet, R.N.R.M Registration Certificate, 10th and 12th certificates, and your Aadhaar Card.
Eligibility
Board Assessment Selection: Eligible applicants are required to attend a brief panel interview conducted by a specially constituted institutional board to assess clinical awareness and professional inte
Final Formalities: Selected candidates receive their final allocation letter, after which they must pass a medical fitness check and clear their first-semester institutional fees to lock in their seat.
G.N.M (General Nursing)
Admission Process
Direct Registration: Candidates must secure and fill out the official Application Form for Admission directly from the college campus or its designated web platform.Merit Evaluation: Admission is granted strictly on a Qualifying Merit Basis. The college creates a ranked index using the candidate's aggregate score in their 10+2 board examinations.Tie-Breaking Rule: In a scenario where multiple candidates share identical 10+2 percentages, the college implements a seniority age factor, giving priority to the older candidate.Verification Interview: Shortlisted applicants are called to the campus alongside their parents/guardians to appear before a specially constituted institutional evaluation board to verify original documents and evaluate foundational communication skills.Medical Clearance & Fee Lock: Selected candidates must submit a formal medical fitness certificate validated by a Senior Government Surgeon and pay their first-semester admission fees to secure their seats.
Eligibility
Academic Stream: Candidates can belong to any stream (Medical, Non-Medical, Commerce, or Arts) in their high school curriculum.
Minimum Marks: Must have successfully passed 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognized educational board with an aggregate minimum of 40% marks.
Mandatory Language: Must have studied and passed English as a compulsory subject in their 10+2 board exam.
Age Limits: The applicant must be at least 17 years old by December 31st of the admission year, and must not exceed the maximum age limit of 35 years
Gender Constraint: At this campus, the GNM diploma program is offered exclusively for female candidates.
A.N.M (Auxiliary Nursing)
Admission Process
Form Registration: Aspiring students must fill out the baseline Admission Application Form online or gather the enrollment packet physically from the Piddi campus.Merit Rank Formulation: Admission to the ANM course does not require any national entrance exam. The selection list is generated based on institutional merit compiled from 10+2 board marks.Interview Assessment: Eligible shortlisted candidates are called to report for a personal interview before a specially constituted selection board at the college to evaluate their medical aptitude and foundational communication skills.Medical Fitness Clearance: Every candidate must submit a satisfactory medical evaluation fitness certificate signed by a Senior Surgeon, Civil Surgeon, or Medical Superintendent of a public hospital to guarantee they can safely carry out mandatory clinical and rural field assignments.Seat Reservation and Verification: Upon passing the interview, applicants complete their orientation by verifying original marks cards, submitting ID proofs (Aadhaar Card), and clearing the first-year tuition fee (approx. ₹28,750 to ₹50,000 depending on state quota allocations)
Eligibility
Academic Stream: Candidates can pass high school in any stream (including Arts, Commerce, Medical, or Non-Medic
Educational Qualifications: Must have passed 10+2 classes from a recognized board (such as CBSE, ICSE, PSEB, or equivalent) with English as a subject
Minimum Marks: Requires an aggregate score of at least 40% to 50% in the qualifying 10+2 examinations.
Age Limits: The candidate must be at least 17 years old on or before December 31st of the admission year. The maximum upper age ceiling for general application is 30 years
Gender: At this campus, the ANM diploma is offered exclusively for female student
