publisher
Exploring the professional challenges and opportunities of nursing faculty in India: a nationwide e-survey
- Source
- Frontiers in Education
- Published
- Last verified
- 27 Aug 2026
- Confidence
- Moderate
- Evidence
- Original document retained
- Reading time
- 1 min
- Country
- International
- Relevant to
- Research & Evidence, Technology & Data
Executive summary
What happened, and why should leadership care?
A nationwide e-survey among 322 Indian nursing faculty members revealed moderate professional challenges and opportunities, with most faculty being 31-40 years old and holding an MSc in Nursing. The study utilized a quantitative cross-sectional exploratory design to understand the landscape of nursing education professionals in India.
Why this matters
Why is this strategically important?
Understanding the professional challenges and opportunities for nursing faculty is critical for ensuring a robust and competent nursing workforce. This insight can inform strategies to enhance nursing education quality and capacity, which directly impacts public health outcomes and healthcare system resilience.
Key insights
What should be noted from the evidence?
- The study surveyed 322 nursing faculty members across India using convenience sampling and an electronic, self-structured questionnaire.
- The majority of participating nursing faculty were aged 31-40 years (51.6%).
- Most faculty members held an MSc Nursing qualification (60.9%).
- Moderate professional challenges were reported by 66.5% of the faculty.
- Moderate professional opportunities were reported by 75.5% of the faculty.
Evidence and confidence
How far can this assessment be trusted?
Moderate confidence. Provenance established; supporting evidence remains partial.
Analysis is prepared editorially by Aziz Shuaib Ausi. The original publication remains the authoritative record, and executive judgement remains entirely human.
Source
Where does this originate?
Reported by Frontiers in Education · International. This briefing summarises the publication for executive use; the document itself is not reproduced here.
Read the original publication