🧭 1. Introduction

The Military Nursing Service (MNS) is a specialized entry route into the Indian Army for female nursing graduates. Selected candidates serve as short-service commissioned officers (Lieutenants) in the Army Medical Services. The MNS is conducted under the aegis of the Director General of Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS).

The MNS recruitment (for SSC) is coordinated via a Computer-Based Test (CBT) by the National Testing Agency (NTA), followed by psychological assessment, interview, and medical examination.

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🛡️ 2. Selection Process

Application & Shortlisting
- Candidates apply online via the NTA MNS portal.
- Eligibility is verified: education, age, nursing registration.
Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Conducted by NTA.
- Covers Nursing, General Intelligence, and English.
- Qualifying mark for CBT is 50% per the Information Bulletin.
Shortlist for Interview / Psychological Assessment
- Based on CBT merit list.
- Psychological Aptitude Test (PAT) + Interview conducted.
Medical Examination
- Candidates recommended from interview undergo a medical test as per Army medical standards.
Final Merit List & Selection
- Based on performance in CBT, PAT, interview, and medical.
- Shortlisted candidates are appointed as Lieutenants in MNS (SSC).

📘 3. Exam Pattern

Here is the exam pattern for the MNS CBT (latest known / 2023-24 cycle):

Phase	Mode	Duration	Type of Questions	Subjects	Negative Marking
CBT	Online (NTA)	150 minutes	Multiple-choice Questions (MCQ)	Nursing (Basic & Clinical), General Intelligence, English	No negative marking per Information Bulletin

📚 4. Detailed Syllabus

Since the exam is a CBT covering Nursing and general aptitude, here is the breakdown:

🩺 Nursing (Technical / Core)

Based on BSc-Nursing (or equivalent nursing qualification) syllabus and clinical topics:

Basic Nursing
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Maternal and Child Nursing
Community Health Nursing
Mental Health Nursing
Anatomy / Physiology relevant to nursing
Pharmacology (basic)
Nursing Procedures & Skills

(These topics are inferred from the Information Bulletin of MNS SSC; they align with core nursing curriculum.)

🧠 General Intelligence

Logical reasoning
Non-verbal reasoning
Problem-solving
Analytical ability

📝 General English

Grammar (Tenses, Parts of Speech, Sentence Structure)
Vocabulary (Synonyms / Antonyms)
Comprehension passages
Error spotting / Fill in the blanks

🎯 5. Final Selection & Weightage

CBT Score: Major portion of selection depends on how well a candidate performs in the CBT.
Interview / PAT: Psychological assessment + personal interview weigh significantly in final merit.
Medical Examination: Only medically fit candidates are selected.
Final Merit List: Compiled based on the above parameters + availability of SSC MNS vacancies.

🚀 6. Practical Preparation Tips

Revise Nursing Subjects: Brush up your BSc Nursing syllabus thoroughly, especially clinical and community topics.
Practice CBT-type Questions: Take mock tests for General Intelligence and English. Focus on speed and accuracy.
Mock Interviews & PAT: Simulate psychological assessment tests and interview scenarios. Practice with seniors or use coaching resources.
Time Management: During CBT, allocate time per section wisely (Nursing may have more questions, depending on notification).
Stay Updated: Keep checking the official NTA MNS portal for announcements, admit cards, and result updates.
Health & Medical: Maintain good physical fitness—medical fitness is mandatory.

🔗 Useful Resource Links (Official)

NTA MNS Official Exam Portal (for application, admit card, info bulletin) → https://exams.nta.ac.in/SSCMNS NTA Exam
Public Notice: MNS Exam Final Result & Interview Shortlist → NTA PDF
MNS SSC Information Bulletin (PDF) → (detailed eligibility, exam scheme, syllabus

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