Military Nursing Service (MNS) Entrance Exam 2026: Serve the Nation as an Army Nurse
Join Indian Army as B.Sc Nursing Officer. Qualify NEET + ToGIGE CBT + PAT + Interview and secure one of 220 seats in top AFMS colleges. Empowering women in uniform! 💉🇮🇳
1. Exam Overview: The 2026 Reality
Key Update (Feb 2026): Notification expected June–July 2026. Applications online at joinindianarmy.nic.in. Selection: NEET shortlist → ToGIGE CBT → PAT → Interview → Medical. Age: 17–25 yrs (relaxations apply). No negative marking in CBT.
2. Detailed Selection Process & Exam Pattern
| Stage | Details | Questions/Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEET UG Qualification | Mandatory shortlisting (qualify NEET 2026) | - | May 2026 (NEET date) |
| ToGIGE (CBT) | Test of General Intelligence & General English (MCQs: English + Reasoning + GK basics) | 150 Questions (50 each section approx.) | 90 Minutes |
| Psychological Aptitude Test (PAT) | Assesses personality, emotional stability, officer-like qualities | Qualifying | Variable |
| Interview | Panel interview (personality, motivation, current affairs, nursing knowledge) | Qualifying | 15–30 Minutes |
| Medical Examination | Final fitness check as per Army standards | Qualifying | - |
Note: Merit based on combined performance. Final merit list for training at AFMS colleges.
3. Eligibility & Important Criteria
Educator's Tip: Only unmarried females (including divorced/widows without encumbrances). Indian citizen. Age: Born between Oct 1, 2001 – Sep 30, 2010 (approx. 17–25 yrs). 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany & Zoology), English – minimum 50% aggregate from recognized board. Must qualify NEET UG 2026. No married candidates allowed. Always check latest notification on joinindianarmy.nic.in for exact dates/relaxations.
4. Section-Wise Master Strategy (ToGIGE CBT)
General English
Focus: Grammar, Vocab, Comprehension, Synonyms/Antonyms, Error Spotting, Sentence Improvement. Read newspapers daily (The Hindu/Indian Express). Practice 50 questions/day.
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Verbal/Non-Verbal: Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Spatial Visualization, Decision Making, Visual Memory. Solve RS Aggarwal/previous MNS papers.
Overall Tips
NEET PCB knowledge helps indirectly. Build speed & accuracy—no negative marking. Practice mocks in 90 mins. Prepare for PAT/Interview: Current affairs (defence/health), Why Army Nursing?, Leadership traits.
5. The 100-Day Countdown Plan
- Days 1-40: Strengthen basics—English grammar + Reasoning concepts. Revise 10+2 PCB if needed. Read daily news.
- Days 41-75: Intensive practice—Solve 150 MCQs daily (timed). Attempt previous MNS/SSC Nursing papers + NEET-level reasoning.
- Days 76-100: Full CBT mocks + PAT simulation (personality tests). Prepare interview answers. Revise weak areas & current affairs (last 6–12 months defence/health news).
6. Where You'll Train & Serve
Post-training: Commission as Lieutenant in MNS. Salary + perks + lifelong service in Army hospitals.
7. Final Documentation Checklist
- ✅ Class 10 & 12 Marksheets (scanned)
- ✅ NEET UG 2026 Scorecard/Admit Card
- ✅ Category Certificate (if applicable)
- ✅ Recent Passport Photos & Signature
- ✅ Aadhaar/ID Proof
- ✅ Domicile & Character Certificate (if required)
