Nursing jobs abroad · United Kingdom
The UK's NHS and private hospitals are among the most familiar destinations for Indian nurses — English-speaking, a clear NMC pathway, and settlement after five years.
Overview
Working in the UK means registering with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The route has two exams: a CBT (Computer Based Test) you can sit from India, and an OSCE practical exam taken after you arrive in the UK. You'll also evidence English through IELTS (7.0) or OET (grade B).
Most nurses join on a Health and Care Worker visa sponsored by an employer, with an NHS pension, structured pay bands and a route to permanent settlement after five years. Family members can usually accompany you as dependants.
Eligibility
Clear the English requirement while we match you to sponsors.
Take the computer-based test from India.
Receive a Certificate of Sponsorship and Health & Care Worker visa.
Fly out and pass the practical OSCE exam.
Register fully and begin practising as a UK nurse.
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Two: the CBT (a computer-based test you can sit in India) and the OSCE (a practical exam taken in the UK after you arrive).
Either works. Typical requirements are IELTS 7.0 overall (with some flexibility in writing) or OET grade B in each component.
Most use the Health and Care Worker visa, sponsored by an NHS trust or private employer, which allows dependants.
Yes. The Health and Care Worker visa provides a route to indefinite leave to remain, generally after five years.