Military Nursing Service
Indian Army (MNS Directorate) · Online (CBT) · Once a year
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About Military Nursing Service (MNS) 2027
The Military Nursing Service (MNS) is one of the most competitive entrance exams, conducted by the Indian Army (MNS Directorate). Preparing for the MNS requires systematic practice, conceptual clarity, and regular self-evaluation. Our platform offers dynamic mock tests, previous years' resolved papers, and AI-enabled analysis to help you secure a top rank.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MNS 2027 exam pattern?
MNS written exam has 200 MCQ questions for 200 marks to be completed in 180 minutes. Sections include Biology, Nursing subjects, Psychology, and General Aptitude. There is no negative marking.
What is the eligibility for MNS 2027?
Candidates must have a 4-year BSc Nursing degree from an INC-recognised institution, be between 21–35 years old, and be unmarried Indian female citizens. Nurses registered with State Nursing Council are preferred.
What is the MNS selection process?
MNS selection involves: (1) Written exam, (2) Merit-based shortlisting for interview, (3) Medical examination at MH Pune, and (4) Final merit list. Interview carries additional marks and tests nursing knowledge and personality.
How many vacancies are available in MNS each year?
MNS typically releases 200–250 vacancies per recruitment cycle. The 2024 notification had 220 vacancies across BSc Nursing and Post-Basic BSc Nursing categories. Vacancies vary year to year based on Army requirements.
What is the salary of an MNS Nursing Officer?
An MNS Lieutenant (Nursing Officer) earns basic pay ₹56,100 + MSP ₹10,800 + NPA ₹1,060 + DA + HRA, totaling approximately ₹70,000–₹90,000 per month. Rank-based increments apply over career.
How to Prepare for MNS
Cover all fundamental nursing subjects — Medical-Surgical Nursing, Obstetrics, Paediatrics, and Psychiatric Nursing thoroughly
Revise Human Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, and Microbiology from BSc Nursing syllabus
Practise Psychology and General Aptitude questions to secure easy marks with no negative marking
Review previous 5 years MNS papers to understand the level and type of nursing-specific questions asked