Pachamuthu College of Nursing

(Affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M. G. R. Medical University, Chennai & Recognized by the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council, Chennai)

D.G.N.M. is a three and a half year diploma course followed by a six-month internship, focused on training students in patient care, hospital management, and healthcare services. It provides practical knowledge and clinical exposure essential for Nursing careers. Pachamuthu College of Nursing offers this program to create competent and compassionate Nursing professionals.

D.G.N.M. (Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery)

Pachamuthu College of Nursing, established in 2019 as a unit of the Pachamuthu Educational Trust, is dedicated to delivering quality Nursing Education while fostering women’s empowerment in society. The Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (DGNM) is a three-and-a-half-year program followed by a six-month internship, designed to provide students with essential skills in patient care, hospital management, and healthcare services. The course emphasizes practical knowledge and clinical exposure, preparing graduates to become competent and compassionate Nursing professionals capable of serving in hospitals, clinics, and community health settings.

D.G.N.M. (Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery): Completion of 10+2 with Science Group (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) or +2 with Mathematics, or +2 from Vocational Groups related to Health/Science streams.
  1. Verification of Marksheet: Submit your original and photocopies of marksheets for verification.
  2. Course Enquiry: Get detailed information about the available courses, eligibility, and career scope.
  3. Discussion with Parents/Guardians: Discuss the course options, fee structure, and future opportunities with parents before finalizing.
  4. Filling Admission Form: Complete the admission form carefully with all required personal, academic, and contact details.
  5. Scholarship Verification (if applicable): Based on counselling, scholarships or fee concessions will be verified and applied.
  6. Final Admission Confirmation: After successful verification and approval, the admission will be confirmed.
A graduate nurse with a basic qualification of B.Sc. (Nursing) or DGNM can serve the population across the globe. The scope and opportunities extend to Government (State or Central), Private, Semi-Government, NGOs, and various healthcare organizations. A registered nurse, after obtaining licensure from the State Nursing Council (TNNMC), is officially recognized and approved to serve the nation.

Expanded & Extended Roles

  • Registered Nurse
  • Incharge / Ward / Head Nurse
  • Nursing Officer
  • Nursing Supervisor
  • Occupational Health Nurse
  • Cardiothoracic Nurse
  • Renal Nurse
  • Dialysis Nurse
  • Marine Nurse
  • Airway Nurse
  • Military Nurse
  • Nurse Educator
  • Nursing Assistant Supervisor
  • Medication Nurse
  • Stoma Nurse
  • Robotic Nurse
  • Ostomy Nurse
  • Intravenous Nurse
  • Nurse Therapist