Nursing isn’t just a profession; it’s compassion in action. Behind every great hospital stands a team of nurses who combine science with service.
But to become one, students must first clear challenging entrance exams (GNM, ANM, B.Sc Nursing) and then pass semester exams that demand conceptual clarity and practical understanding.
This is where the right nursing books make all the difference.
Every nursing student faces the same confusion —
“Which books should I buy?”
“Which publication is updated and easy to understand?”
With hundreds of titles in the market, choosing the right one becomes overwhelming.
This guide will help you shortlist the best nursing and GNM books for 2025, with a special focus on Ashirwad Publication, one of India’s most trusted names in medical and nursing education.
Unlike general competitive exams, nursing studies require:
Outdated or overly complex books can confuse beginners, while superficial guides leave gaps in fundamentals.
That’s why institutions and students across India now prefer Ashirwad’s Nursing Series — written by qualified faculty and aligned with INC (Indian Nursing Council) and State Nursing Boards.
Before we list the top books, here’s a quick overview of the main nursing courses in India:
| Course | Duration | Focus |
| GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) | 3 years | Core nursing + midwifery training |
| B.Sc Nursing | 4 years | In-depth academic and clinical training |
| Post Basic B.Sc Nursing | 2 years | Advanced clinical practice |
| ANM (Auxiliary Nursing & Midwifery) | 2 years | Community health and maternity care |
Each level has different syllabus needs — but many subjects overlap.
That’s why Ashirwad’s integrated nursing books are designed to serve both entrance and semester exam needs.
Entrance exams test reasoning, biology, chemistry, physics, and general awareness.
| Subject |
Recommended Book |
Publisher |
| Biology (Class XI–XII Level) | Ashirwad GNM Biology Guide | Ashirwad Publication |
| Physics & Chemistry | Ashirwad Nursing Entrance Science Guide | Ashirwad Publication |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | Ashirwad GK Yearly Compendium | Ashirwad Publication |
| English Language | Objective English for Nursing Exams by R.S. Aggarwal | S. Chand |
| Mock Tests & Model Papers | GNM Nursing Entrance Model Papers (with Answers) | Ashirwad Publication |
Why Ashirwad Leads for Entrance Prep:
Thousands of nursing aspirants use these books for state-level GNM entrance exams like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh Nursing Councils.
The first year of GNM introduces the foundation of nursing care.
| Subject |
Recommended Book |
Publisher |
| Anatomy & Physiology | Anatomy & Physiology for Nurses | Ashirwad Publication |
| Microbiology | Microbiology for Nursing Students | Ashirwad Publication |
| Psychology | Psychology for Nursing Students | Ashirwad Publication |
| Sociology | Sociology for Nurses | Ashirwad Publication |
| Fundamentals of Nursing | Fundamentals of Nursing (with Procedures) | Ashirwad Publication |
| First Aid |
First Aid and Emergency Nursing | Ashirwad Publication |
Ashirwad’s GNM 1st-Year Complete Combo Pack is popular among college bookstores because it offers all six core subjects in a single, affordable set.
The second year focuses on clinical and community exposure.
| Subject |
Recommended Book |
Publisher |
| Medical-Surgical Nursing I & II | Medical-Surgical Nursing (Part 1 & 2) | Ashirwad Publication |
| Pharmacology | Pharmacology for Nurses | Ashirwad Publication |
| Communicable Diseases | Community Health Nursing – Volume 1 | Ashirwad Publication |
| Nutrition | Applied Nutrition and Dietetics | Ashirwad Publication |
Ashirwad’s Medical-Surgical Nursing books include step-by-step nursing procedures, flowcharts, and case study formats — exactly how INC recommends them.
| Subject |
Recommended Book |
Publisher |
| Midwifery & Obstetrical Nursing | Midwifery and Obstetrics for Nurses | Ashirwad Publication |
| Community Health Nursing – II | Community Health Nursing II | Ashirwad Publication |
| Pediatric Nursing | Child Health Nursing | Ashirwad Publication |
| Research & Management | Nursing Education & Management | Ashirwad Publication |
Ashirwad’s Internship Support Book adds practical notes, clinical record formats, and viva questions — highly rated by nursing colleges.
B.Sc Nursing requires deeper theoretical understanding.
Here are the top references recommended by nursing faculty and exam toppers:
| Subject |
Recommended Book |
Publisher |
| Nursing Foundation | Fundamentals of Nursing (B.Sc Edition) | Ashirwad Publication |
| Anatomy & Physiology | Tortora & Derrickson / Ashirwad Simplified Notes | Ashirwad Publication |
| Biochemistry | Biochemistry for Nurses | Ashirwad Publication |
| Community Health Nursing | Community Health Nursing I & II | Ashirwad Publication |
| Medical-Surgical Nursing | Brunner & Suddarth’s / Ashirwad Simplified Companion | Ashirwad Publication |
| Mental Health Nursing | Psychiatric Nursing Made Simple | Ashirwad Publication |
| Nutrition | Essentials of Nutrition & Dietetics | Ashirwad Publication |
| Nursing Research | Research Methodology for Nurses | Ashirwad Publication |
Ashirwad simplifies complex topics from international books into student-friendly notes, diagrams, and charts.
| Subject |
Recommended Book |
Publisher |
| Community Health Nursing | ANM Community Health Nursing | Ashirwad Publication |
| Maternal & Child Health | Maternal and Child Health Nursing | Ashirwad Publication |
| Health Promotion | Health Education & Communication Skills | Ashirwad Publication |
| Primary Medical Care | Primary Health Care Procedures | Ashirwad Publication |
These books are INC-approved, with simple illustrations and bilingual (English/Hindi) text — ideal for ANM schools in semi-urban and rural areas.
Apart from textbooks, Ashirwad Publication offers question bank series designed for university and council exams:
Each question bank includes past 10-year solved papers, viva questions, and short notes that make revision easier before exams.
Ashirwad Publication has become a preferred brand among nursing colleges, coaching institutes, and students because it provides exactly what students need — accuracy, simplicity, and affordability.
What Sets Ashirwad Apart:
From GNM to B.Sc to ANM, Ashirwad covers the entire nursing journey with one consistent promise — clarity and care in every page.
Consistency and the right material matter more than quantity.
Many nursing colleges across Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh have partnered with Ashirwad Publication for:
Institutions can contact Ashirwad’s distribution team directly through their website for institutional orders.
Visit: ashirwadpublication.com
Ashirwad Publication is among the top for GNM, ANM, and B.Sc Nursing studies, followed by Elsevier and Jaypee.
Yes, every edition follows the updated Indian Nursing Council and university pattern.
Yes, all practical subjects include procedures, case studies, and charts.
Ashirwad GNM Nursing Entrance Guide (2025 Edition) covers all subjects with model papers.
Yes, complete bilingual sets are available for GNM and ANM courses.
Yes, directly from ashirwadpublication.com or from major online stores.
Ashirwad’s Fundamentals of Nursing and Anatomy & Physiology are top-rated choices.
Yes, each subject includes model question papers and previous-year questions.
Yes, used by several INC-affiliated nursing colleges across multiple states.
Yes, editions are updated every year to match new syllabus and question trends.
Yes, they are professionally designed for easy understanding and visual recall.
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