The Uttarakhand Nurses and Midwives Council (UNMC) is the regulatory authority responsible for ensuring the excellence and integrity of nursing and midwifery education and practice across the state of Uttarakhand. Established under the provisions of the Nurses, Midwives and Health Visitors Act, the council is dedicated to upholding high standards in the healthcare profession and safeguarding the health and well-being of the public.

Our Vision To create a highly skilled and ethically responsible nursing and midwifery workforce that delivers the highest quality of care across Uttarakhand, contributing to the overall health and welfare of society.

Our Mission

• To regulate the registration and licensing of nurses and midwives within Uttarakhand.
• To ensure adherence to the highest educational standards and practices in nursing and midwifery.
• To safeguard the professional rights and promote the welfare of registered nurses and midwives.
• To oversee and maintain the integrity of training institutions offering nursing and midwifery courses.
• To foster continuous professional development and lifelong learning among healthcare professionals.

What We Do

• Registration & Licensing: We manage the registration process for nurses and midwives, ensuring that only qualified professionals are licensed to practice.
• Standard Setting: We establish and maintain professional standards of education and practice for nursing and midwifery, ensuring that all practitioners are equipped with up-to-date knowledge and skills.
• Examination & Certification: UNMC conducts and monitors exams for nursing and midwifery students, granting certifications to successful candidates.
• Professional Oversight: We oversee the conduct and ethical practice of nurses and midwives, promoting a culture of accountability and professionalism within the healthcare sector.
• Public Protection: We are committed to protecting the public by ensuring that nursing professionals provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.

Our Commitment At the Uttarakhand Nurses and Midwives Council, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence in healthcare. By regulating the nursing and midwifery professions, we ensure that the public is treated with the highest standard of care, and that healthcare practitioners are supported in their professional growth.