School of Nursing, Government Stanley Medical College Hospital, Chennai

The School of Nursing, Government Stanley Medical College Hospital, Chennai, stands as one of the most prestigious nursing education institutions in Tamil Nadu, established in 1948. Located in the heart of Chennai at Old Jail Road, Royapuram, this esteemed institution operates under the Government of Tamil Nadu and is affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. As a Public institution, the School of Nursing has been nurturing nursing professionals for over seven decades, maintaining its legacy of excellence in healthcare education. The institution is recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council (TNNMC), ensuring that all programmes meet national and state-level standards for nursing education. The School of Nursing is an integral part of the Government Stanley Medical College Hospital, one of the oldest and largest medical institutions in India, providing students with unparalleled clinical exposure and hands-on training opportunities. The School of Nursing offers comprehensive nursing education across multiple levels, including Diploma programmes in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM), Undergraduate programmes (B.Sc. Nursing), and Postgraduate programmes (M.Sc. Nursing) in various specialisations. The institution also offers PhD programmes for those pursuing advanced research in nursing sciences. Admission to these programmes is conducted through state-level entrance examinations including TANCET for postgraduate programmes and merit-based selection for undergraduate and diploma programmes, ensuring transparency and fairness in the selection process.