Date: 2020-09-25Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 10 11 and 15 of the Indian Nursing Council Act 1947 XLVIII of 1947 as amended from time to time, the Indian Nursing Council here by notifies the Addendum to Part I and Part II of The Schedule to the INC Act 1947
Executive Summary:
This notification, issued by the Indian Nursing Council on September 25, 2020, adds to the schedules of the Indian Nursing Council Act of 1947. It recognizes qualifications from various nursing councils and universities, with specific dates after which the qualifications are recognized.
Key Points / Main Content:
Recognized Qualifications (Part I):
* Delhi Nursing Council: Recognizes qualifications granted on or after April 24, 2004.
* Jharkhand Nurses Registration Council: Recognizes qualifications granted on or after April 24, 2004.
* Chhattisgarh Nursing Council: Recognizes qualifications granted on or after April 24, 2004.
* Uttarakhand Nurses and Midwives Council: Recognizes qualifications granted on or after April 24, 2004.
* Arunachal Pradesh Nursing Council: Recognizes qualifications granted on or after September 14, 2012.
* Sikkim Nursing Council: Recognizes qualifications granted on or after March 9, 2019.
* Maharashtra State Board of Nursing and Paramedical Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra Post Basic Diploma Programs
Recognized Higher Qualifications (Part II):
* Various Universities: Recognition of B.Sc. Nursing, P.B.B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Nursing, Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care, Nurse Practitioner in Midwifery, and Ph.D. Nursing degrees from listed universities, with specific dates for recognition eligibility.
* The Assam Royal Global University, B.Sc. Nursing, when granted on or after the 9th March, 2019
* Gokul Global University, B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Nursing when granted on or after the 25th July, 2019
* Maharishi Markandeshwar University, B.Sc. Nursing, when granted on or after the 20th November, 2019
* Y B N University, B.Sc. Nursing, P.B.B.Sc. Nursing when granted on or after the 25th July, 2019
* Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, B.Sc. Nursing, P.B.B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Nursing, when granted on or after the 15th October, 2019
* D Y Patil Educational Society, B.Sc. Nursing, P.B.B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Nursing, when granted on or after the 20th November, 2019
* RIMT University, B.Sc. Nursing, when granted on or after the 20th November, 2019
* Banasthali Vidyapith University, B.Sc. Nursing when granted on or after the 18th June 2019
* Dr. M G R Educational and Research Institute, B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Nursing, when granted on or after the 9th March, 2019; Ph.D. Nursing, when granted on or after the 15th October 2019
* Sathyabama Institute of Science Technology, B.Sc. Nursing, when granted on or after the 30th January, 2020
* Teerthanker Mahaveer University, B.Sc. Nursing, P.B.B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Nursing, when granted on or after the 29th August, 2019
* Shri Guru Ram Rai University, B.Sc. Nursing, P.B.B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Nursing, when granted on or after the 25th July, 2019
* Sister Nivedita University, B.Sc. Nursing, when granted on or after the 20th November, 2019
* SRM Institute of Science Technology, Ph.D. Nursing, when granted on or after the 25th July, 2019
* Maharishi Markandeswhwar University, Ph.D. Nursing, when granted on or after the 25th July, 2019
Impact Analysis:
Nursing Councils:
* Impact: Official recognition of qualifications granted by the council after specified dates.
* Action Required: Ensure compliance with INC Act, 1947, and maintain standards for recognized qualifications.
Universities and Institutions:
* Impact: Recognition of nursing degrees for graduates after specified dates.
* Action Required: Maintain standards, and follow INC guidelines.
Nursing Graduates:
* Impact: Assurance that degrees obtained after specified dates from recognized institutions are valid.
* Action Required: Ensure graduation dates meet the criteria for recognized qualifications.
Key Entities Referenced
Indian Nursing Council: The central authority responsible for regulating nursing education and practice in India.
Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947: The legislative act that established the Indian Nursing Council and defines its powers and functions.
Delhi Nursing Council: A nursing council located in Delhi, responsible for nursing registration and regulation within Delhi.
Jharkhand Nurses Registration Council: A nursing council located in Jharkhand, responsible for nursing registration and regulation within Jharkhand.
Chhattisgarh Nursing Council: A nursing council located in Chhattisgarh, responsible for nursing registration and regulation within Chhattisgarh.
Uttarakhand Nurses Midwives Council: A nursing council located in Uttarakhand, responsible for nursing registration and regulation within Uttarakhand.
Arunachal Pradesh Nursing Council: A nursing council located in Arunachal Pradesh, responsible for nursing registration and regulation within Arunachal Pradesh.
Sikkim Nursing Council: A nursing council located in Sikkim, responsible for nursing registration and regulation within Sikkim.