Admission Information: About ANM (Auxillary Nurse Midwifery)
- A 2-year diploma program focused on basic nursing care, maternal and child health, and community health nursing.
- Designed to train students to work as frontline healthcare providers, especially in rural and community settings.
The ANM curriculum typically covers:
- Community Health Nursing
- Health Promotion
- Primary Health Care
- Child Health Nursing
- Nutrition and First Aid
- Infection Control and Immunization
- Midwifery and Health Center Management
- Practical Training in Sub-Centers, PHCs, and District Hospitals
In addition to theoretical knowledge, students undergo intensive practical training through clinical postings and community fieldwork, which helps build essential skills for real-world healthcare environments.
Career Opportunities After ANM
Government Sector
- ANM Nurse in Sub-Centers, PHCs, CHCs
- Female Health Worker under NRHM
- Village Health Nurse
- Community Health Worker
- Assistant in Immunization Programs
Private Sector
- ANM in Private Clinics & Hospitals
- Maternity Home Nurse
- Childcare Nurse
- School Health Nurse
Self-Employment
- Can work as a private midwife or healthcare worker in rural areas
Higher Education
- Eligible to pursue GNM& B.Sc Nursing to become a Registered Nurse or Community Health Officer (CHO)
Eligibility – ANM Nursing (Odisha)
- Educational Requirement: Passed +2 (any stream) from CHSE, Odisha or equivalent
- Age Limit: Min.17 years
- Gender: Only female candidates are eligible
Admission Process – ANM
- Central Admission (Merit-Based)
Conducted by DMET, Odisha (Directorate of Medical Education and Training) –dmetodisha.gov.in
Selection is based on merit prepared from +2 marks - Management Quota
Remaining seats filled by institution as per government norms - TOTAL SEATS: 60 per year
- APPROVED BY: Indian Nursing Council (INC), New Delhi
- AFFILIATED TO: Odisha Nurses and Midwives Examination Board, Bhubaneswar