The Indian Army has released the B Sc Nursing (MNS) Course 2025 notification with 220 seats available across 6 AFMS nursing colleges. This 4-year course is open only to female candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2025. Online applications are open from 17 June to 30 June 2025 on joinindianarmy.nic.in. Candidates must have passed 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with at least 50% marks in the first attempt. Selected candidates will undergo training and later be commissioned as Military Nursing Service Officers in the Indian Army.
Indian Army B Sc Nursing (MNS) Course 2025 Important Dates
Online Apply Start On
17 June 2025
Last Date for Registration
30 June 2025
NEET UG 2025
Must be qualified
Screening Process
At Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt (BHDC)
Course Commencement
2025
Course Duration
4 years BSc (Nursing)
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS
₹200
SC/ST
No Fee (Exempted)
Payment Mode
Online Payment Gateway
Fee Type
Non-refundable
Age Limit Details
Date of Birth
Between 01 Oct 2000 and 30 Sep 2008 (both days inclusive)
Minimum Age
17 years
Maximum Age
25 years
Gender Eligibility
Female candidates only
Indian Army B Sc Nursing (MNS) Course 2025 Vacancy Details
Total Seats
220
Course Type
BSc (Nursing)
Institutions
6 Colleges under AFMS
Course Duration
4 years
Service Commitment
As per MNS rules
Eligibility Details
Nationality
Indian Citizens only
Gender
Female candidates only
Marital Status
Unmarried/Divorced/Legally Separated/Widow without encumbrances
Educational Qualification
10+2 or equivalent (12 Years schooling)
Subjects Required
Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany & Zoology) and English
Minimum Marks
Not less than 50% aggregate marks
Passing Criteria
Must have passed in FIRST ATTEMPT as regular student
Board Recognition
From Statutory/Recognized Board/University/Examining Body
NEET Qualification
Must have qualified NEET (UG)-2025 conducted by NTA
Indian Army B Sc Nursing (MNS) Course 2025 College Wise Vacancy Details
S.No
College Name
Location
Affiliated University
Seats
(a)
CoN, AFMC
Pune
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)
40
(b)
CoN, CH (EC)
Kolkata
West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS)
30
(c)
CoN, INHS Asvini
Mumbai
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)
40
(d)
CoN, AH (R&R)
New Delhi
Delhi University (DU)
30
(e)
CoN, CH (CC)
Lucknow
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU)
40
(f)
CoN, CH (AF)
Bangalore
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)
40
Total
220
Physical Standards
Parameter
Requirement
Minimum Height
152 cm for entry into Armed Forces
Height for North Eastern States
147 cm minimum accepted
Growth Allowance
2 cm for candidates below 18 years at examination
Weight Standards
As per Weight for Height Chart (Appendix B)
Medical Fitness
As per standards prescribed by medical board
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Details
Application Form
Online filled application
Educational Certificates
10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
NEET UG 2025 Score Card
Qualified NEET scorecard
Identity Proof
Aadhaar/Passport/Driving License
Caste Certificate
For SC/ST candidates (from competent authority)
NCC Certificate
For NCC ‘C’ certificate holders
Photographs
As per prescribed format
Medical Certificates
As required
Indian Army B Sc Nursing (MNS) Course 2025 Selection Process
Stage
Process Details
Step 1
NEET UG 2025 Qualification (Mandatory)
Step 2
Online Registration at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
Step 3
Shortlisting based on NEET UG 2025 scores
Step 4
ToGIGE (Test of General Intelligence & General English)
Step 5
Psychological Assessment and Interview
Step 6
Medical Examination
Step 7
Final Merit List preparation
Exam Pattern Details
Selection Basis
NEET UG 2025 scores
Question Type
Multiple Choice Questions
Total Questions
200 (NEET UG pattern)
Duration
3 hours 20 minutes
Marking Scheme
+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect
Language
English, Hindi, and regional languages
Service Details
Service Type
Military Nursing Service (MNS) Officer
Training Period
4 years BSc Nursing Course
Service Bond
As per MNS rules
Accommodation
Free ration, accommodation, uniform allowance
Monthly Stipend
During training as per rules
Commission
As MNS Officer after course completion
Posting
Anywhere in India and abroad
Indian Army B Sc Nursing (MNS) Course 2025 Salary Details
Starting Salary
₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
Pay Level
Level 10 (7th Pay Commission)
Basic Pay
₹56,100
Military Service Pay
₹15,500
Grade Pay
As per rules
Allowances
DA, HRA, Transport, Medical
Total Package
₹80,000 – ₹1,00,000 (approx.)
How To Apply
Step
Process
Step 1
Qualify NEET UG 2025
Step 2
Visit www.joinindianarmy.nic.in after NEET results
