Shree Seva Medical Foundations Shakuntala Institute of Nursing Education, Shirwal

Shree Seva Medical Foundations Shakuntala Institute of Nursing Education, Shirwal was established in 2008 and is located in Shirwal, Satara district of Maharashtra, India. The institute operates as a Private institution affiliated with the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik. It is recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Maharashtra Nursing Council (MNC), ensuring that the nursing education provided meets national standards. The institute is an integral part of the Shree Seva Medical Foundation, which also runs the Rural Hospital & Research Centre in Shirwal, providing students with excellent clinical exposure and hands-on training opportunities. The institute offers comprehensive nursing programmes designed to develop skilled nursing professionals who can contribute effectively to the healthcare sector. The institute provides Diploma and Undergraduate level nursing courses, including General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing). The admission process is conducted through the State Common Entrance Test (CET) for nursing programmes conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Maharashtra, along with institutional-level counselling for eligible candidates. The institute focuses on providing quality nursing education with a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical clinical experience. Students benefit from training at the associated Rural Hospital & Research Centre, which serves as an excellent platform for developing clinical competencies. The institute emphasises holistic development, ethics, compassion, and professionalism in nursing practice, preparing graduates who are ready to meet the challenges of modern healthcare delivery systems both in India and internationally.