INTRODUCTION
Nursing is a noble and rewarding profession that requires a high level of skill, knowledge, and compassion. To cater to the needs of the female dependents of Army personnel who aspire to pursue a career in nursing, the Army Institute of Nursing (AIN) was established in 2006 at Guwahati, the gateway to the North Eastern Region and the commercial hub of the region. AIN is a premier institution that offers professional education in nursing sciences, with state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure.
AIN is recognized by the Indian Nursing Council, New Delhi and the Assam Nurses Midwives and Health Visitors Council, Assam. AIN is also affiliated to the Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences, Assam. AIN aims to provide a knowledge hub in the field of nursing sciences and to prepare competent and ethical nurses for the service of the nation.
MISSION & VISION
AIN, Guwahati is a leading institution that offers quality nursing education to the wards of Army personnel and the general candidates. It trains its students to be professional nurses and healthcare providers who keep up with science and technology and serve humanity with dedication, devotion and diligence. It provides a complete system of education that gives its students a deep knowledge of nursing sciences and enough practice in the field. It helps them to provide preventive, promotive and rehabilitative services in health care settings and the community. It maintains the highest standards of education in nursing by using innovative and practical methods to serve society. It also develops teaching and supervisory skills in nursing, health care and hospital administration.
CAMPUS AND FACILITIES
AIN Guwahati is a well-equipped institute that offers various facilities to its students and faculty. The institute has a hostel facility at the Narangi Military Stations, a library with 5000 books and journals, a mess that serves clean and hygienic food, a health center with a first aid facility, and a cafeteria for staff and students. The institute also has a laboratory, an auditorium, and a gym for the students.
The institute promotes sports and fitness activities among its students and faculty. It has facilities for various games like volleyball, table tennis, basketball, football, cricket, lawn tennis, badminton, etc. The institute also organizes events and seminars in its auditorium. The institute aims to provide a comfortable and conducive environment for learning and development.
ADMISSION PROCEDURE ARMY INSTITUTE OF NURSING (AIN)
B.Sc. Nursing: Candidates must have passed 10+2 in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English with a minimum of 50% marks. They must also appear for the Online Admission Test (OAT) conducted by the institute. The intake capacity is 50 seats per year. The admission notice is usually announced in February or March on the official website of the institute.
To apply, candidates need to register online, fill out the application form, pay the fee, and download the admit card for the OAT. The OAT is a computer-based test of 90 minutes duration, consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions from Physics, Chemistry, Biology and General Awareness. The counselling session is held after the declaration of the OAT result, where the candidates are allotted seats based on their merit and preference.
M.Sc. Nursing: Candidates must have a B.Sc. Nursing degree or equivalent with 55% marks and one year of work experience. They must also appear for the Post Graduate Written Admission Test (PG-WAT) conducted by the institute. The intake capacity is 20 seats per year. The admission notice is usually announced in June or July on the official website of the institute.
To apply, candidates need to register online, fill out the application form, pay the fee, and download the admit card for the PG-WAT. The PG-WAT is a pen-and-paper test of 90 minutes duration, consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions from the subjects of B.Sc Nursing. The counselling session is held after the declaration of the PG-WAT result, where the candidates are allotted seats based on their merit and preference.
PROSPECTUS
The prospectus for both courses can be downloaded from the official website of the institute www.ainguwahati.org. It contains detailed information about the eligibility criteria, admission process, fee structure, course curriculum, facilities, and other important guidelines. Please go through the prospectus thoroughly before you apply.
OVERVIEW
| ARMY INSTITUTE OF NURSING: AN OVERVIEW | |||||
| Name of the college | Army Institute of Nursing | ||||
| Location | Guwahati | ||||
| Type of college | Residential Nursing College | ||||
| Affiliation | Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences, Assam | ||||
| Recognition | Indian Nursing Council | ||||
| Seats | Degree/Diploma Offered | Duration (Years) | Intake Per Year | Seats | |
| B Sc (Nursing) | 4 | 50 (Girls) | Army- 45 (90%), NE Civ- 05 (10%) | ||
| Courses & Duration | B.Sc. Nursing and M.Sc. Nursing | ||||
| Academic Qualification | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English with minimum 50% marks | ||||
| Age | 17-22 years as on 31st December of the year of admission | ||||
| Eligibility | Wards of Army personnel (90%) and Civilian candidates (10%) | ||||
| Physical Fitness | Medically fit as per the standards of the Armed Forces | ||||
| Admission Procedure | Online Admission Test (OAT) followed by counselling | ||||
| Entrance Exam | Exam Dates for B.Sc. (Nursing) Program | Every year in Apr/May, AWES organizes an Online Admission Test (OTA). | |||
| Exam Dates for M.Sc. (Nursing) Program | Written Admission Test (WAT) conducted by AWES every year in July | ||||
| Fee | INR 1,00,000 per annum | ||||
| Placement | 100% placement in reputed hospitals and organizations | ||||
| Hostel | Available at Narangi Military Station with double accommodation and all amenities | ||||
| Website | www.ainguwahati.org | ||||
| E Mail | ain@awesindia.edu.in | ||||
| Contact Details | Tele: 0361-2305697, 2307101 Fax No -0361-2305697 | ||||
| Address | Army Institute of Nursing Guwahati C/o 151 Base Hospital, C/o 99 APO | ||||
CONCLUSION
AIN Guwahati is a prestigious institution that offers quality nursing education to the female dependents of Army personnel and general candidates. It has a mission to produce competent and ethical nurses who can serve the nation and humanity with excellence. It has a vision to be a knowledge hub in the field of nursing sciences and to keep pace with the changing trends and technologies in health care.
It has a campus and facilities that provide a conducive environment for learning and development. It has an admission procedure that selects the candidates based on their merit and aptitude. AIN Guwahati is a great choice for those who want to pursue a career in nursing and make a difference in the world.
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