Nursing Admission Guide
বাংলায় পড়তে চাও? দেখো: নার্সিং ভর্তি গাইড
Nursing is a secure and respected profession in health care, and admission is less fiercely contested than medicine. Government nursing colleges and institutes admit through the central test run by the nursing and midwifery directorate.
The two main routes
| Course | Duration | Eligibility (broadly) |
|---|---|---|
| BSc in Nursing (bachelor’s) | 4 years | HSC science group, with Biology |
| Diploma in Nursing Science and Midwifery | 3 years | HSC in any group, subject to conditions |
| Diploma in Midwifery | 3 years | HSC, subject to conditions |
The BSc requires the science group with Biology, but the diploma courses are open to other groups too — the route’s main advantage.
The test and its marks
- The test is MCQ-based, and your SSC and HSC GPA also count towards the final score.
- Questions come from Bangla, English, general knowledge, mathematics and science, weighted towards Biology.
- The weighting differs between the BSc and diploma papers, with more science in the BSc.
- Applications are online and the merit list is published centrally.
- Colleges and institutes are allotted from your merit position and preferences.
Mark distributions, eligibility rules and fees are revised almost every year. Always cross-check against the current official circular from the university or admission committee before you apply.
Where nursing leads
- Appointment as a senior staff nurse in government hospitals, through non-BCS public recruitment.
- Wide opportunities in private hospitals and clinics.
- Strong overseas demand, especially in the Middle East, Europe and Australia.
- Higher study: an MSc in Nursing and specialist courses.
- Roles in public health, NGOs and international development agencies.
Frequently asked questions
The BSc requires the science group with Biology. The Diploma in Nursing Science and Midwifery, however, accepts students from other groups subject to conditions.
Competition is lower and the questions spread across science, Bangla, English and general knowledge, so it is considered easier than medical. Seats are still limited, so it needs real preparation.
Yes — male students can enrol in nursing courses in Bangladesh and are recruited in both the public and private sectors. Seat-allocation rules are stated in the circular.
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