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.
Indian Nursing Council Announces New Postgraduate Residency Programs
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has introduced two new postgraduate residency programs: Nurse Practitioner in Family Health (NPFH) and Nurse Practitioner in Neonatal Nursing (NPNeoN). These specialized programs aim to enhance the competency of nurses in crucial healthcare areas.
Nurses Warned of Fraudulent Calls Regarding Registration and Tracking System
The fraudsters have been targeting nursing officers, particularly women, and threatening them with registration cancellation if they do not comply with their instructions. The INC has clarified that it does not contact nurses via phone regarding NRTS matters. Any official communication from the INC regarding NRTS is conducted exclusively through email, and only in cases where nurses are experiencing technical difficulties with the enrollment process.
Indian Nursing Council Exempts Military Nursing Officers from Reciprocal Registration During Service
During active service, such exemption is contingent upon the completion of 150 hours of Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) every five years. Upon being relieved from MNS, officers must update their information and secure reciprocal or renewal registration from the Upon being relieved from MNS, officers must update their information and secure reciprocal or renewal registration from the SNRC of their choice within six months (SNRC) of their choice within six months.
Indian Nursing Council Recognizes Specific Universities for PhD (N) Qualification
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has issued a notification specifying the universities whose Ph.D. (Nursing) qualifications will be recognized under Section 10 of the Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947. Only Ph.D. (N) degrees awarded by universities listed in the notification will be considered valid.
