ANM/GNM Entrance Exam Survival Guide

Window: India | Nursing diplomas

Must-do topics

• Biology: human physiology (digestive, respiratory, circulatory, nervous)
• Microbiology basics: pathogens, hygiene, sterilization
• Chemistry: biomolecules, acid-base, solutions
• Physics: motion, energy, fluids, simple machines
• GK: health programs, schemes, current affairs

Top traps (avoid)

• Confusing anatomy terms (trachea vs esophagus; artery vs vein)
• Overcomplicating physics Qs (simple laws often tested)
• Neglecting current health initiatives (NRHM, immunization programs)

Time split

• ~2 hrs; 100–120 Q; ~1 min/Q
• Mark tough Qs, return later

Last-48h checklist

• Revise NCERT bio diagrams; human body charts
• National health schemes list
• Basic chem/phys formula sheet

Quick facts

• Respiration: alveoli = gas exchange site
• Blood pressure = CO × PVR
• Photosynthesis: 6CO₂+6H₂O→C₆H₁₂O₆+6O₂
• Immunization: BCG (TB), OPV, DPT, MMR basics

Speed tactics

• Skim Q for keyword (organ, law, scheme name)
• Eliminate answers that contradict body basics
• If unsure, pick the most practical/realistic option

Day-of mini-plan

• 10-min warm-up: 10 biology flashcards
• Relax, focus on physiology; GA = bonus points