Madre Meherban Institute of Nursing Sciences and Research, Srinagar located in the heart of Srinagar, is a premier institution dedicated to advancing nursing education and research in the picturesque region of Jammu and Kashmir. Renowned for its academic excellence and commitment to healthcare, the institute is devoted to nurturing skilled, ethical, and compassionate nursing professionals who are well-prepared to meet the evolving needs of the healthcare system. The institute offers a comprehensive range of programs, including B.Sc. Nursing and postgraduate nursing courses, blending rigorous academic instruction with extensive clinical training to ensure students receive a well-rounded and practice-oriented education. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, the campus features modern classrooms, fully equipped laboratories, and a resource-rich library, creating an environment that fosters learning, innovation, and academic excellence. Clinical training remains a cornerstone of the educational approach, with students gaining hands-on experience in leading hospitals and healthcare facilities across the region. A team of dedicated and experienced faculty members guide students in developing both professional competence and a deep commitment to ethical care and community service. Through a focus on holistic development, research initiatives, and community outreach programs, the Madre Meherban Institute of Nursing Sciences and Research has established itself as a leader in nursing and healthcare education in Jammu and Kashmir.
Course | Duration |
B.Sc Nursing | 4 Years |
M.Sc Nursing | 2 Years |
The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (BOPEE), established under the J&K Legislature Act No. XXV of 2002, conducts entrance exams and recommends admissions to professional courses in J&K and Ladakh. For the 2025 academic year, BOPEE will admit candidates to B.Sc. Nursing, Para-Medical, and B.Sc. Technology courses in government and private colleges. Admission will be based on an entrance test or academic merit, depending on the number of applicants. If applications exceed seat availability, a written entrance test will be conducted as per relevant laws and regulations.
Eligibility Criteria: Candidates seeking admission to the B.Sc. Nursing Programme must meet the following requirements:
Domicile: Must be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir or Ladakh. For candidates from Ladakh, a valid ST certificate issued by the Competent Authority shall be considered as proof of domicile.
Age Limit: The candidate must be at least 17 years old as on 31st December 2025. The upper age limit is 35 years.
Educational Qualification:
Compulsory English: English must be a mandatory subject in the qualifying examination (10+2).
Medical Fitness: The candidate must be medically fit.
Provisional Candidates: Candidates who are appearing or have appeared in the 10+2 examination are also eligible to apply and appear in the entrance test. However, they must produce the qualifying examination certificate at the time of admission in the allotted college/institute. Failure to do so will result in cancellation of their candidature.
Reservation Policy:-
S. No. | Categories | Reservation (%) |
---|---|---|
Reserved Categories | ||
i. | Scheduled Caste (SC) | 8% |
ii. | Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20% |
- (i) Bakarwal, Balti, Beda, Bot, Boto, Brokpa, Drokpa, Dard, Shin, Changpa, Garra, Gaddi, Gujjar, Mon, Purigpa, Sippi (as per 1989 & 1991 Orders) | ||
- (ii) Gadda Brahmin, Koli, Paddari Tribe, Pahari Ethnic Group (as per Amendment Act, 2025) | 10% | |
iii. | Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (other than SC/ST): | |
(a) | Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 8% |
(b) | Residents of areas adjoining Line of Actual Control (ALC) / International Border (IB) | 4% |
(c) | Residents of Backward Area | 10% |
iv. | Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% |
v. | Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 4% (Horizontal) |
(a) | Children of Defence Personnel | 3% (Horizontal) |
(b) | Children of Para-military Forces and UT Police Personnel | 1% (Horizontal) |
(c) | Candidates with outstanding proficiency in sports | 2% (Horizontal) |
Application Form (B.Sc. Nursing Admission – BOPEE):
Submission of Online Application Forms:
Photo/Signature/Thumb Impression: The candidates have to upload a recent Photo, Scanned copy of the Signature and Thumb Impression also.
Instruction for uploading Photographs/Thumb Impression/Signature: Candidates must also follow the following instructions:
WARNING: The Candidates are warned not to resort to any unfair/fraudulent means or act of impersonation at the time of Entrance Test or upload any objectionable material including a photo of any object, other than his/her own photograph while submitting the online form. In case, a candidate is found taking recourse to such acts, criminal prosecution shall be launched against him/her and his/her abettors. He /she shall be permanently debarred from appearing in the Entrance Test in future.
DECLARATION OF RESULT: After the Entrance Test, the answer key will be displayed on the BOPEE website either on the test date evening or by noon the next day, and it will remain available for three days. Candidates can challenge any discrepancies in the question paper or answer key by submitting a representation, along with supporting proof from a standard textbook, within three days. A fee of Rs. 1000 per representation, payable at the BOPEE office, is required. The representations will be reviewed by experts, and the final revised answer key will be uploaded. No further complaints will be entertained afterward. Candidates can request re-totaling within three days of the result declaration, with a fee of Rs. 1000. The result will be published in two local dailies and uploaded on the BOPEE website. The selection process will be notified separately.
To be eligible for admission to the M.Sc. Nursing Programme, a candidate must be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir or Ladakh (for Ladakh candidates, a valid ST certificate issued by the competent authority will be considered as a domicile certificate). The candidate must have passed B.Sc. Nursing, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing, or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with at least 55% aggregate marks. Additionally, the candidate should be a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife or possess an equivalent qualification registered with any State or UT Nursing Registration Council. A minimum of one year of work experience after B.Sc. Nursing or one year of work experience either prior to or after Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing is also required.
Reservation Policy:-
S. No. | Categories | Reservation in %age |
---|---|---|
i | Scheduled Caste (SC) | 8% |
ii | Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20% |
i) Bakarwal, Balti, Beda, Bot, Boto, Brokpa, Drokpa, Dard, Shin, Changpa, Garra, Gaddi, Gujjar, Mon, Purigpa, Sippi (as per 1989/1991 Orders) | 10% | |
ii) Gadda Brahmin, Koli, Paddari Tribe, Pahari Ethnic Group (added via 2024 Amendment Act) | 10% | |
iii | Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (other than SCs and STs) | |
(a) | Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 8% |
(b) | Residents of areas adjoining Line of Actual Control (ALC) / International Border (IB) | 4% |
(c) | Residents of Backward Areas | 10% |
iv | Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% |
v | Persons with Disabilities | 4% |
(a) Children of Defence Personnel | 3% (Horizontal) | |
(b) Children of Para-military Forces and UT Police Personnel | 1% (Horizontal) | |
(c) Candidates possessing outstanding proficiency in sports | 2% (Horizontal) |
Application Form:-
The Application Forms for admission must be submitted online only through the official BOPEE website (www.jkbopee.gov.in) using the specific URLs/links provided, within the dates to be notified separately. An application fee of Rs. 1500/- is to be paid online via the Integrated Payment Gateway using any national credit or debit card. Detailed instructions regarding the application process and eligibility are available in the e-Brochure, which candidates are strongly advised to read carefully before filling out the form. Applicants can download the admission notification, brochure, instructions, admit card, and other important information from the BOPEE website, either at any Common Service Centre in J&K for a nominal charge or at the National Informatics Centre located in the Deputy Commissioner's office of their district. Candidates are encouraged to fill out the application themselves or with the help of a responsible person. For any guidance, they may contact the BOPEE I.T. Section Help Desk at 9419288006, 9419403272, 9622366360, 9419434133, or 9469012295 on working days until the last date for submission of the online application.
Submission of Online Application Forms:
The candidates (Both Open merit and Reserved Category) have to submit Online Application Forms only within the last date prescribed in the admission notification. The candidates can change/ modify their online Application Form at any time before they submit it. Once the form is submitted, the entries made therein cannot be changed. It is in the interest of the candidate to make double check before submitting the online Application Form. They are advised, in their own interest, not to share their login details with anybody, lest he/she may get an opportunity to change important details in the Application Form. They can check the status of their Application Form on the official website of the BOPEE. If any form is not confirmed for want of required information, the candidate concerned must report in the BOPEE office by or before the stipulated date fixed for this purpose in the admission notification, failing which his/her Application Form shall be rejected.
Certificates to be Uploaded with the Application Form: Candidates must upload scanned copies of the following original documents along with their online application form:
a) Marks card of B.Sc. Nursing / B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing
b) Domicile Certificate (for candidates from UT of J&K) or ST Certificate (treated as Domicile for candidates from UT of Ladakh)
c) Registration Certificate issued by any State/UT Nursing Registration Council
d) Proof of minimum one year work experience after B.Sc. Nursing
e) Proof of minimum one year work experience either prior to or after Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing
f) Category Certificate (if applicable)
Photograph, Signature, and Thumb Impression: Candidates are also required to upload a recent passport-sized photograph, scanned signature, and thumb impression as part of the application process.
Instructions for Uploading Photo, Signature, and Thumb Impression:
WARNING: The candidates are warned not to resort to any unfair/fraudulent means or act of impersonation at the time of Entrance Test or upload any objectionable material including a photo of any object, other than his/her own photograph while submitting the online form. In case, a candidate is found taking recourse to such acts, criminal prosecution shall be launched against him/her and his/her abettors. He/she shall be permanently debarred from appearing in the Entrance Test in future.
Declaration of Result: After the Entrance Test for M.Sc. Nursing Courses 2024, the answer key will be made available on the BOPEE website either on the evening of the test day or by 12 noon the following day. It will remain online for three days to allow candidates to raise objections if they find any discrepancies in the question paper or answer key. Such objections must be supported by evidence from standard textbooks and submitted in person at the BOPEE offices in Srinagar or Jammu within three working days, along with a payment receipt of ₹1000 per representation, payable at the POS terminal at the BOPEE offices. All representations will be reviewed by subject experts, whose decision shall be final. If any corrections are made, a revised key will be uploaded on the BOPEE website. No further complaints will be entertained thereafter. Candidates may also request re-totaling of their marks within three days after the result declaration, by submitting a written request along with a ₹1000 payment receipt. Late applications for re-totaling will not be accepted. The result will be published in two local newspapers and uploaded on the official website (www.jkbopee.gov.in), and the selection process will be announced separately.
Note: The Admission Process is written as per the ordinance of the official Counselling Agency.
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