·   Possess M.Sc. Nursing / M.Phil. in Nursing / equivalent postgraduate degree recognized by the concerned council/university

·   Have secured a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination

·   Have at least 3 years of teaching or clinical experience after M.Sc. Nursing (for part-time candidates)

·   Are employed in a teaching institution, hospital, or community health setting within the relevant jurisdiction (for part-time mode)