IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 (OPENNET XI) was held on 08 January 2023. Whereas, IGNOU has released the result for Post Basic B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam 2023. Candidates can check result at ignou.ac.in.
IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam is the University level Nursing entrance exam. The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) conducts the Open Nursing Entrance Test (OPENNET) 2023 for admission to Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing courses in IGNOU. Its official website is ignou.ac.in. Get here the OPENNET study material like syllabus, question papers, exam pattern, and latest news on registration, admit card, answer key, result.
Latest – IGNOU OPENNET XI 2023 result has been released. Get the link to check the result here
IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023
What is IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing exam?
The full form of OPENNET is Open Nursing Entrance Test. It is a University level Nursing entrance examination conducted by IGNOU. Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing admission in IGNOU for 2023-24 session is on the basis of IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023.
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IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 Exam Date
IGNOU decides and announces the exam date of IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023. Note the following dates. However, also check ignou.ac.in regularly for any changes in schedule.
| Event | Dates |
| Release of notification | Nov 2022 |
| Release of IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 application form | Nov 2022 |
| Last date to apply online at ignou.ac.in | 25 Dec 2022 up to 6:00 pm |
| IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 admit card release date | 03 Jan 2023 |
| IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 Exam Date | 08 Jan 2023 |
| Release of official answer key | 23 Feb 2023 |
| Last date to raise objections till | 27 Feb 2023 till 6:00 pm |
| IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 result announcement | 31 Mar 2023 |
IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 – An Exam Overview
Highlights of the examination are as follows.
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | OPENNET 2023 |
| Full Form of OPENNET | Open Nursing Entrance Test |
| Organizing Body | IGNOU |
| Full Form of IGNOU | Indira Gandhi National Open University |
| Level of Exam | University |
| Type of Exam | Nursing Entrance Exam |
| Official Website | ignou.ac.in |
| Courses Where Admission is Through OPENNET | Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing |
| Colleges Where Admission is Through OPENNET | IGNOU |
| Minimum Educational Qualification | In-service Nurses |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Type of Questions | MCQs |
| Number of Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Marking Scheme | +1 |
| Exam Duration | 150 Minutes |
| Subjects in Question Paper | Questions based on various subjects taught in GNM |
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Notice
- 23 Feb 2023 – IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 Answer Key Released Notice
- 20 Dec 2022 – IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 Application Form Last Date Extended Notice
IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 Application Form
Any student who wishes to appear in the Open Nursing Entrance Test needs to first fill up the application form. Important points are as follows.
Application Fee: Rs. 1000/-
- IGNOU releases the OPENNET application form 2023 at ignou.ac.in.
- Students should fill and submit the OPENNET online application form before the last date.
- In order to apply, one has to do the IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 registration, then enter details in the online form, upload documents required, and pay the fee.
- Also, only eligible students should apply for the Open Nursing Entrance Test.
Exam Pattern
The question paper of Open Nursing Entrance Test will be as per the exam pattern.
- Mode of Exam – The exam is a Offline test.
- Question type – The questions are MCQs.
- Number of Questions – There are 120 questions in the IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing.
- Total Marks – Maximum marks in the OPENNET is 120.
- Exam Duration – The entrance exam is of 150 Minutes.
- Sections – A,B,C,D,E,F,G,H
Marking Scheme –
- Candidates get +1 marks for correct answer.
Eligibility Criteria of OPENNET
The OPENNET eligibility criteria refers to minimum requirements that applicants must fulfill in order to appear in the exam and/or get admission through it.
- IGNOU provides the detailed IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 eligibility criteria in the official website ignou.ac.in.
- Eligibility criteria is also in the IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 information brochure.
- Students who have minimum educational qualification, and satisfy age limit are eligible for Open Nursing Entrance Test.
Educational Qualification
In-service Nurses i.e. Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives (RNRM) having 10+2 with three years Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with a minimum of two years of experience (after registration as RNRM) in the profession. (For male nurses who have not done midwifery in the GNM programme, should have a certificate in any of the Nursing courses of 6-9 months duration prescribed by the Indian Nursing Council in lieu of midwifery).
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In-service Nurses (RNRM) having 10th class (Matriculation) or its equivalent with three years Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with a minimum of five years of experience (after registration as RNRM) in the profession. (For males nurses who have not done midwifery in the GNM programme, should have a certificate in any of the nursing courses of 6-9 months duration prescribed by the Indian Nursing Council in lieu of midwifery). Note: Candidates with 10+2 and GNM must not apply if experience after RNRM is less than two years. Candidates with 10th class and GNM must not apply if having less than 5 years experience after RNRM.
Age of Admission
There is no maximum age limit
IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 Syllabus
The syllabus of OPENNET exam includes topics from which questions will be asked in the question paper.
- You should study all topics in the OPENNET syllabus 2023.
- Also solve chapter wise questions to prepare for the Open Nursing Entrance Test.
- To complete preparing the syllabus, solve OPENNET previous year question papers.
IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 Admit Card
The OPENNET admit card refers to the hall ticket. Following are its key details.
- Students who apply on time are issued the OPENNET admit card.
- IGNOU releases the admit card at ignou.ac.in.
- Only those students who show the admit card of OPENNET exam and other required documents on exam day get entry at the center.
- Therefore students should download the OPENNET admit card 2023 before exam date.
- The hall ticket contains exam date, time, center, guidelines for the Open Nursing Entrance Test 2023.
IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 Answer Key
The answer key is the set of correct answers to the IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 question paper. When, where, how to get it is as follows.
- You can check the answer key of IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 only after the exam ends.
- If IGNOU releases the OPENNET official answer key, then you can download it at ignou.ac.in.
- Follow instructions of the Indira Gandhi National Open University to submit objections, and calculate marks using the OPENNET solutions.
IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 Result
All students who write the IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 exam eagerly wait for the result as soon as exam ends. Here is what you should know about the results:
- The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) declares the IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 result.
- Next, the official website where IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 result link is published is ignou.ac.in.
- Whereas the result date is as per schedule by IGNOU.
- In order to check IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 rank, you have to login at the link.
- Then, the score and rank of OPENNET exam decides your admission to Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing courses.
- Engineering colleges across the country offer admission on basis of OPENNET results.
Contact Details
Official Website is ignou.ac.in.
If you have any queries on academic aspects of the programme please contact:
Programme Coordinator
Post Basic (BScN)
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi – 110068 e-mail : [email protected]
If you have any query regarding admission procedures please write to Regional Director of your region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Qs. What is the OPENNET Exam?
Ans. The OPENNET exam is a University level Nursing entrance exam. It is for admission to Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing courses in IGNOU.
Qs. Who conducts OPENNET?
Ans. The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) conducts this exam.
Qs. What is the official website for IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023?
Ans. The official website is ignou.ac.in.
Qs. How to apply for OPENNET?
Ans. You should apply as per instructions in the IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023 notification. Check ignou.ac.in for online application form.
Qs. How to prepare for IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023?
Ans. In order to prepare for the exam, first complete the OPENNET syllabus. Then practise the chapter wise questions from the best reference books for IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2023. Thereafter solve previous year question papers. Then finally solve sample papers, and take mock tests.
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