INTRODUCTION


Mizoram College of Nursing (MCON) was established in 1980 under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Mizoram, with an initial intake capacity of 20 students for the General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) programme. Since its inception, the institution has played a pioneering role in nursing education in the state and has consistently contributed to the healthcare sector by producing competent, dedicated, and compassionate nursing professionals.

Over the years, MCON graduates have served with distinction in various healthcare institutions across India and abroad. Recognizing its commitment to excellence in nursing education, the institution was upgraded to a College of Nursing on 11 October 2005 and commenced the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Nursing programme, a four-year degree course. The Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing programme was introduced in 2025, and the Master of Science (M.Sc.) Nursing programme commenced from the 2026 academic session.

The programmes offered by the college are recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and affiliated with Mizoram University. The institution has been accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a B Grade, making it the only stand-alone accredited nursing college in the North-Eastern region of India. In addition, the college has been awarded ISO 9001:2015 Certification, reflecting its commitment to quality education and continuous improvement.

The college continues to strive for excellence in nursing education, research, and service, with the goal of preparing highly skilled nursing professionals to meet the evolving healthcare needs of society.

 

OBJECTIVES :

  • To prepare Nurses with efficiency and effectiveness at the basic level who can function in a variety of settings with excellence.
  • To inculcate a deep sense of responsibility toward their own employment, professional growth and towards professional organization.
  • To promote a deeper understanding of nursing and the need to keep pace with the changing concept and technology.

 

PHILOSOPHY :

  • This institution is of the opinion that quality Nursing education contributes to the quality nursing care, thus expecting the faculty in giving their best ability in guiding the students in every way.
  • The institution believes that there is a need to stress the primary focus of nursing I.e., the patients and their families; therefore, the institution tries to expose the students in the clinical field as much as possible with maximum supervision and observation.
  • The faculty also believes in preparing the students to acquire critical thinking and analyze situation and take self-responsibility for their continuing education.