
Pachamuthu College of Nursing is one of the best institutions in Dharmapuri for Nursing Education, and it was incepted in the year 2019 with a view to meeting the escalating medical and nursing needs of the country and of the world. Our motto is “The more you learn, the freer streams of wisdom flow”, and we always strive to target our service especially to the poor and the needy.
We provide a safe learning environment which fosters positive interactions between staff and students, encourages parental and community involvement, and ultimately gives the comfort that brings significant academic achievement.
Cognitive theorists state that strong education comes from a secure learning environment which nurtures the psychological and cognitive stimulus of a learner.
The D.G.N.M. (Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery) is a three-year full-time diploma program, designed to prepare qualified general nursing and midwifery professionals to work effectively in hospitals, clinics, and community health settings both nationally and internationally. The program follows the guidelines prescribed by the concerned Regulatory Authority, ensuring a professional and practical foundation in nursing.
The curriculum includes foundational, core, and clinical training components. Students are trained in basic nursing care, community health nursing, midwifery, pediatric nursing, and medical-surgical nursing, with practical exposure in skill labs, simulated environments, and real clinical settings.
The program emphasizes competency-based learning, where students are guided to acquire essential nursing skills, improve patient care strategies, and develop a deep understanding of healthcare delivery. Hands-on training and simulation-based education are integral parts of the program to prepare students for real-time patient care.
Through a holistic and outcome-based approach, students are encouraged to become compassionate, skilled, and ethical nursing professionals. The curriculum also integrates aspects like critical thinking, therapeutic communication, teamwork, safety, quality care, and evidence-based practices. Graduates of the D.G.N.M. program are equipped to offer safe, efficient, and empathetic care across various age groups and healthcare environments.
Only Female Candidates are eligible.
Candidates belonging to all categories for admission to the D.G.N.M. (Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery) course should have passed the qualifying examination (Academic stream) after a period of 12 years of study with the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Botany and Zoology.
Every candidate before admission to the course shall submit to the Principal of the institution a certificate of medical fitness from an authorized medical officer stating that the candidate is physically fit to undergo the academic course.
The minimum education requirements shall be passing of:
Higher Secondary School Certificate Examination (12 Years Course)
(Or)
Senior School Certificate Examination (10+2)
(Or)
Pre-degree Examinations (10+2)
(Or)
An equivalent with 12 years of schooling from a recognized Board or University with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and English with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (PCBE).
“Individual pass in Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Botany and Zoology (both Theory and Practical), and English with a minimum of 40% marks in each of the above subjects, and with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English.”
As recommended by the Indian Nursing Council, New Delhi, the eligibility criteria for admission to D.G.N.M. includes a 5% relaxation in the minimum required marks for SC/ST/OBC students (i.e., 40% aggregate marks).
For SC/ST candidates, the minimum percentage of marks is 40%.
The candidate should have completed the age of 17 years at the time of admission or should complete the said age on or before 31st December of the year of admission to the first-year nursing course.
Application Form:
Application form and Prospectus can be obtained from the Admission Officer, Pachamuthu College of Nursing, No. 178/3A, Muthupatti, Dharmapuri , Krishnagiri Main Road, Dharmapuri 636701 on payment of Rs.500/- by cash / DD drawn in favour of “Pachamuthu College of Nursing, Dharmapuri” or can be downloaded from our Website. (Pachamuthu College of Nursing, A/c No.TMB.138150310875290 , IFSC- TMBL0000138,Dharmapuri Branch)
SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION:
(i) 10th Mark Sheet
(ii) 12th Mark Sheet
(iii) Transfer Certificate
(iv) Conduct Certificate from the Head of the Institution, wherein the applicant studied her qualifying examination.
(v) Community Certificate
(vi)Medical fitness certificate from authorized Medical Practitioner
(vii) Hepatitis B & Typhoid Vaccination certificate
SELECTION OF CANDIDATES:
(i) Supreme Court / Tamil Nadu Government Norms.
(ii) The payment of College & Hostel fees.
(iii)Submission of original certificates including Eligibility Certificate & Migration Certificate.
If you have any query please contact through this MailID: pachamuthucondpi@gmail.com / Contact No: 8012332222
Every student is required to observe disciplined and decorous behaviour both inside and outside the Campus and not to indulge in any activity which will tend to bring down the prestige of the College.
Above all we aim to offer education to all students with the necessary skills and abilities, regardless of age, background or financial circumstances.
Safety Measures on Campus
Safety plays an important role in every educational sector. At PMC we know that every Pupil is part of the ethical framework for more than a decade. We take safety and security very seriously which is evident from the very moment you step into the college. From the time a student enters the college bus and with separate bell system for attendance check for Day scholars and Residents to a One entry and One exit system, every movement of the students are tracked to the minute. We also have a well-Knit security guard system which tracks each and every student and ensures their safety when on Campus. With an unfailing digitally assisted CCTV surveillance we can track and trace every transaction of students. We take fire safety very seriously and with that in mind all our corridors throughout the campus are provided with Fire extinguishers and we have systematic and regular fire drills for our students.
All Students at our College have a right to a safe working and learning environment. For your safety, we have enforced collective agreements, health, safety, security and dispute resolution policies and procedures. These policies and procedures apply to all college activities, services, and facilities.
Students have access to excellent medical care with Transportation to and from doctor’s appointments can be arranged. Our College is tied up with a multi facility hospitals within a 5 Kilometre radius.