In this article, we see the different eligibility criterion for MNS entry along with its written exam syllabus and written exam pattern, with the required physical standard details for the entry. MNS exam will be conducted online from 2022 onward, the exam was OMR sheet based earlier. Candidates preparing for the MNS exam can find the complete MNS BSc Nursing Exam syllabus.

Military Nursing Service Exam Eligibility Criteria

• Female candidates who are unmarried / divorcee / legally separated / widow without encumbrances.
• Nationality – Citizen of India
• Date of Birth – Born between 01 Oct 1998 and 30 Sep 2006 (both days inclusive).
• Educational Qualification – Candidates must have passed in the first attempt, Senior Secondary Examination (10+2) or equivalent (12 Years schooling) examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany & Zoology) and English with not less than 50% aggregate marks as a regular student from a Statutory/ Recognized Board/University/ Examination Body. Candidates who will be appearing for final year of qualifying examination during the current academic session may also apply provisionally.
• Physical standards – Physical standards – Medical fitness will be determined as per standards applicable for Commission in the Armed Forces as amended from time to time. X-Ray examination of Chest and USG (of abdomen & pelvis) will be done. Minimum height required for entry into Armed Forces for female candidates is 152 cm. Gorkhas and candidates belonging to North Eastern region of India, Garhwal and Kumaon will be accepted with a minimum height of 148 cm. Details of medical standards can be seen in the Indian Army websites www.joinindianarmy.nic.in/ www.indianarmy.gov.in

Military Nursing Service Exam Selection Procedure

(a) Computer Based Examination (CBE)

• Eligible applicants will be called for an objective type Computer Based Examination (CBE) of 150 marks for 90 minutes duration.
• Candidates are given 90 minutes time to complete 150 questions for an objective type Computer Based Examination (CBE) covering the subjects General English, Biology, Physics, Chemistry and General Intelligence.
• On the basis of Computer Based Examination (CBE) merit, candidates will be called for an interview during June 2021.

(b) Interview & Medical Examination:

Merit listed candidates of Online Computer Based Examination will appear for interview & medical examination in the month of June at selected centres. The interview has a maximum weightage of 100 marks. Candidates declared FIT/UNFIT in medical examination will be informed about their medical status, including the procedure of requesting for APPEAL/REVIEW MEDICAL BOARD by the President of the Selection Medical Board (SMB).

(c) Reservation of seats:

(d) Final Selection:

Final selection will be based on the combined merit of Online Computer Based Examination & Interview, subject to medical fitness of the candidate, choice & vacancy in each College.

Indian Military Nursing Service Exam Syllabus and Pattern

The Indian Army MNS Syllabus Consists:-

• General English
• Biology
• Physics
• Chemistry
• General Intelligence

Subjects	Duration
General English	90 Minutes
Biology
Physics
Chemistry
General Intelligence

MNS Topics for General English 

• Synonyms/ Homonyms
• Antonyms
• Spot the error
• Fill in the blanks.
• Detecting Mis-spelt words.
• Idioms and phrases.
• One word substitutions.
• Shuffling of sentence parts.
• Shuffling of Sentences in a passage.
• Cloze passage.
• Comprehension passage.

MNS Topics for Biology

• Cell and Molecular Biology.
• Genetics and evolution.
• Human health and diseases.
• Plant physiology.
• Human physiology.
• Biotechnology and its applications.
• Biodiversity, ecology, and environment.

MNS Topics for Physics

• Laws of Motion & Work, Energy, and Power.
• Properties of Matter.
• Current Electricity.
• Magnetic Effects of Electric Current.
• Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current.
• Dual Nature of Radiation and Atomic Physics.
• Nuclear Physics.
• Semiconductor Devices and their Applications.

MNS Topics for Chemistry

• Atomic Structure.
• p,d, and f – Block Elements.
• Coordination Chemistry and Solid State Chemistry.
• Thermodynamics, Chemical Equilibrium, and Chemical Kinetics.
• Isomerism in Organic Compounds.
• Alcohols and Ethers.
• Carbonyl Compounds.
• Carboxylic Acids and their derivatives.
• Organic Nitrogen Compounds and Biomolecules.

MNS Topics General Intelligence

• Number Series.
• Space Visualization.
• Decision Making.
• Problem Solving.
• Similarities and Differences.
• Figure Classification.
• Visual Memory.
• Relationship Concepts.
• Non-Verbal Series.
• Arithmetical Computation.
• Analytical Functions etc.