School of Nursing, Government Headquarters Hospital, Nagapattinam

School of Nursing, Government Headquarters Hospital, Nagapattinam is a premier public nursing institution located in Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu, India. Established to meet the growing demand for qualified nursing professionals in the healthcare sector, the institution operates under the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and the Directorate of Medical Education, Tamil Nadu Government. As a public institution, it is recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council (TNNMC), ensuring that the nursing education provided meets national standards. The School of Nursing offers diploma and undergraduate programmes in nursing, specifically focusing on General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) at the diploma level and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) at the undergraduate level. The institution is committed to producing competent, compassionate, and skilled nursing professionals who can contribute effectively to the healthcare delivery system in both government and private sectors. Admission to these programmes is conducted through state-level entrance examinations and merit-based selection processes administered by the Directorate of Medical Education, Tamil Nadu. The college is affiliated with Government Headquarters Hospital, Nagapattinam, providing students with extensive clinical exposure and hands-on training in a real hospital environment. The institution emphasizes practical training, clinical competence, and holistic development of nursing students to prepare them for challenging roles in diverse healthcare settings across India and internationally.