**Executive Summary**
This document, published by the Indian Nursing Council on February 3, 2026, announces the withdrawal of recognition for several nursing institutions in Himachal Pradesh, effective March 19, 2025. These institutions failed to apply for statutory inspections for multiple years and were deemed deficient or unsuitable. Consequently, graduates from these institutions after the effective date will only be eligible for registration within the State of Himachal Pradesh.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Withdrawal of Recognition:** The Indian Nursing Council withdraws recognition for specific nursing institutions in Himachal Pradesh.
* **Reason for Withdrawal:** Institutions failed to apply for required statutory inspections for several years and were found to be deficient and/or unsuitable.
* **Effective Date:** The withdrawal is effective from March 19, 2025.
* **Registration Limitation:** Graduates holding qualifications from the listed institutions after March 19, 2025, are entitled to register *only* in the State of Himachal Pradesh.
* **List of Affected Institutions:**
* GNM Training School Bilaspur
* K N Hospital Shimla
* Florence School of Nursing, Florence Edu & Charitable Trust Dist. Solan
* Kullu Valley Nursing School
* Parmarth School of Nursing
* Kangra Valley College Of Nursing
* Indian Institute of Management Technology & Research
* Nanda Institute Of Nursing
* Charakh Nursing Institute
* Kullu Valley College of Nursing
* V.V.M Institute Of Nursing
**Impact Analysis**
**Graduates of Affected Institutions**
* **Impact:** Limited registration eligibility to only the State of Himachal Pradesh, affecting potential career opportunities outside the state.
* **Action Required:** Graduates after March 19, 2025 will only be eligible to register in Himachal Pradesh.
Key Entities Referenced
Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947: The primary act under which the Indian Nursing Council operates, specifically Section 14, related to recognition and withdrawal of recognition of nursing institutions.
Indian Nursing Council: The central regulatory body for nursing education and practice, responsible for granting and withdrawing recognition of nursing institutions. The document outlines the INC's decision to withdraw recognition from certain institutions.
Himachal Pradesh: The state where the nursing institutions affected by the withdrawal order are located; the order impacts the ability of graduates from listed institutions to register outside of Himachal Pradesh.
Himachal Pradesh Nurses & Midwives Council: The state-level council responsible for nursing and midwifery in Himachal Pradesh. The INC requested recommendations from this council.
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INDIAN NURSING COUNCIL
WITHDRAWAL ORDER
New Delhi, the 3rd Febuary, 2026
F. No. 18-13/Govt./2024-INC:—In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 14 of the Indian Nursing
Council Act, 1947 (XLVIII of 1947), the Indian Nursing Council hereby issues the following order:—
Whereas, the following institutions located in the State of Himachal Pradesh were recognized by the State
Government and the Himachal Pradesh Nurses & Midwives Council to conduct nursing courses.
Whereas, a notice no. 18-13/Govt./2024-INC (63671) dated 22/11/2024 for withdrawal of recognition under
Section 14 of the Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947, was issued to the Principal Secretary (Home & Health & FW &
Medical Education) Department of Health & Family Welfare, H.P. Secretariat, Govt of Himachal Pradesh, Room
No.623 Armhdale Building Shimla 171002, Himachal Pradesh. A copy of the notice dated 22/11/2024 was also sent
to the Himachal Pradesh Nurses & Midwives Council. In the notice issued, the State Government was requested to
submit its recommendations to the Council regarding the suitability of the nursing institutions.
Whereas, the Council has not received any remarks or recommendation from the State Government or the
Himachal Pradesh Nurses & Midwives Council regarding the suitability of the below-mentioned institutions.[भाग III—खण् ड 4] भारत का रािपत्र : असाधारण 3
Whereas, the Council has considered the matter in its entirety. The Indian Nursing Council records show that
these institutions have failed to apply for statutory inspection for several years and were found deficient/unsuitable for
conducting nursing programmes.
Now therefore, the Council, exercising powers under Section 14(3)(b) of the Indian Nursing Council Act,
1947, hereby declares that with effect from 19/03/2025, any person holding a recognized qualification from the
following institutions shall be entitled to be registered only in the State of Himachal Pradesh.
List of Institutions:
1. GNM Training School Bilaspur, District Hospital, Bilaspur, Distt.- Bilaspur, Pin Code- 174001, Himachal Pradesh
(ANM).
2. K N Hospital Shimla, Dist. Shimla, Himachal Pradesh (GNM).
3. Florence School of Nursing, Florence Edu & Charitable Trust Dist. Solan, Himachal Pradesh (GNM).
4. Kullu Valley Nursing School, Opp. Session House, Shastri Nagar, Himachal Pradesh (GNM).
5. Parmarth School of Nursing, W No. 6, House No. 129, Gandhi Nagar, Himachal Pradesh (GNM).
6. Kangra Valley College Of Nursing, Post Office- Birta, Kangra-Darmashala National Highway, Vill.- Birta, Tehsil-
Kangra, Distt.- Kangra, Pin Code- 176001, Himachal Pradesh (GNM and B.Sc Nursing).
7. Indian Institute of Management Technology & Research, Lower Basal Dist. Una, Himachal Pradesh (B.Sc
Nursing).
8. Nanda Institute Of Nursing, Nanda Hospital Hamirpur Road, Una, Distt.- Una, Pin Code- 174303, Himachal
Pradesh (B.Sc Nursing).
9. Charakh Nursing Institute, Vpo- Nogli, Near Ratan Regency, Shimla, Distt.- Shimla, Pin Code- 172001, Himachal
Pradesh (B.Sc Nursing).
10. Kullu Valley College of Nursing, Village Sarabai Po Bhuntar Teh Bhuntar Kullu, Himachal Pradesh (B.Sc
Nursing).
11. V.V.M Institute Of Nursing, vill. Malkwal P.O Khawara, Nurpur, Distt.- Kangra, Pin Code- 176211, Himachal
Pradesh (P B B.Sc Nursing).
Dr. T. DILEEP KUMAR, President
[ADVT.-III/4/Exty./661/2025-26]
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