MNS 2026 Admission Guide: NEET Score, ToGIGE, PAT & Selection Process
Complete Handbook for Indian Army B.Sc. Nursing Entrance 2026
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Military Nursing Service (MNS) 2026
Join the Elite Indian Army Nursing Corps as a Commissioned Officer
1. Important Dates & Application Fee
Admission to the 220 seats across 6 AFMS nursing colleges is a multi-phase process. You must first qualify for the NEET (UG) 2026 exam before applying on the Indian Army portal.
| Event Milestone | Timeline (Expected 2026) |
|---|---|
| NEET (UG) 2026 Exam | May 2026 |
| MNS Registration Starts | June – July 2026 |
| ToGIGE (CBT) & PAT | August – September 2026 |
| Interview & Medicals | October – November 2026 |
Application Fee: ₹200 (SC/ST candidates are typically exempted). Payment is made online via the Join Indian Army website.
2. Detailed Eligibility Criteria
- Gender: Female candidates only.
- Marital Status: Unmarried/Divorced/Widow without encumbrances.
- Age Limit: Must be born between Oct 1, 2001, and Sept 30, 2009 (17–25 years approx).
- Education: Passed 10+2 with PCB and English with minimum 50% aggregate marks on the first attempt.
3. The 5-Stage Selection Journey
Shortlisting is done based on your NEET score. A safe score for MNS is generally 500+ marks.
Shortlisted candidates appear for the Test of General Intelligence and General English. It consists of 40 MCQs (80 marks) to be solved in 30 minutes.
A qualifying round to assess your mental suitability for a career in the Armed Forces.
A panel interview held at base hospitals to evaluate personality, communication, and confidence.
Rigorous check-up including X-rays and USG to ensure absolute physical fitness for service.
4. ToGIGE Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Since the Science portion is covered by NEET, the ToGIGE focuses on your IQ and language proficiency.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English (Grammar, Vocab, Comprehension) | 20 | 40 |
| General Intelligence (Reasoning, GK, Current Affairs) | 20 | 40 |
Marking: +2 for correct answers | -0.5 for incorrect answers.
5. Why Join MNS? (Stipend & Rank)
Successful candidates undergo 4 years of training at colleges in Pune, Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, Lucknow, or Bangalore.
- Commission: Direct commission as a Lieutenant in the Indian Army upon graduation.
- Financials: Free education, free hostel, uniform allowance, and a monthly stipend during the course.
- Starting Pay: Approx. ₹56,100 + Allowances (Level 10 Pay Matrix).
Official Website: joinindianarmy.nic.in
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