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Nursing is considered as a highly noble and virtuous profession. Dating back to the era of the renowned Florence Nightingale who inspired millions of people to rise for the betterment of inflicted people and humanity, on the whole, the nursing profession has gained popularity at an all-new level. With medical advancement enhancing the life expectancy of human life, the nursing profession needs a formal education system to guide the nurses in taking special care of the patients. For aspirants willing to pursue a career in nursing, BSc Nursing degree offers a golden opportunity to associate with an indispensable profession that promises a high-paying salary while letting you discharge moral responsibility towards society on the whole.

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What is BSc Nursing?

BSc Nursing is a 4-year undergraduate program that focuses on the training and theoretical knowledge to become a nurse. Candidates must be at least 17 years old as of December 31st while seeking BSc Nursing course admission. BSc nursing course is securing a minimum of 45% - 50% marks in class 10 and class 12 examinations with PCB and English as core subjects.

Types of BSc Nursing Courses

A Full-time BSc Nursing degree is quite in-demand when it comes to getting lucrative job opportunities. Candidates preparing for BSc nursing programme will have to appear for an entrance exam in order to grab a seat in college. Some of the key highlights are mentioned below:

Particulars

Details

Duration

Four years

Eligibility

Class 12 with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or Maths

Admission process

Entrance-based

Fees

INR 40,000 to INR 2,00,000

Pedagogy

Semester-based course

Part-time BSc Nursing Courses

BSc Nursing part time course is similar to BSc nursing regular programme only in terms of the course-curriculum. However, the mode of learning is the only aspect that differs for the aspirants:

Particulars

Details

Duration

Four years

Eligibility

10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or Maths

Admission process

Merit-based

Fees

INR 40,000 to INR 2,00,000

Pedagogy

Semester-based course

BSc Nursing Distance Learning Courses

BSc nursing distance learning course highlights will help you understand the pre-requisities from this mode of learning. Here are the key highlights of BSc Nursing distance learning programme which may differ for each institute/university:

Particulars

Details

Duration

Four years

Eligibility

10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or Maths

Admission process

Merit-based

Fees

INR 40,000 to INR 2,00,000

Pedagogy

Semester-based course

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BSc Nursing Specialisations

BSc Nursing is a programme that encompasses a wide array of subjects designed to empower you with the art of patient care. From clinical laboratories, ICU, and Operation theater to the general ward, the role of nurses is imminent in every nook and corner of the hospital facility.

So here are some core specialisations that candidates will get to study when they enroll for the degree:

  • Community Health Nursing
  • Military Nursing
  • Orthopedic Nursing
  • Hospital Nursing
  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Home Health Nursing
  • Psychiatric Nursing
  • Cancer Nursing
  • Neurological Nursing
  • Leprosy nursing
  • O.T. Nursing
  • TB Nursing
  • Ophthalmic Nursing

Top Entrance Exams for BSc Nursing

Most of the colleges in India accept the score of national, state, or institute-level entrance exams to screen deserving students for admission to the BSc Nursing programme. Here is a list of prominent nursing entrance exams to refer:

Entrance Exam

Conducting Body

NEET

NTA

AIIMS BSc Nursing

AIIMS Delhi

CENTAC JET

Centralized Admission Committee, Govt of Puducherry

TJEE

Tripura Board of Joint Entrance Examination

BVP CET

Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University

Top Colleges Offering BSc Nursing Courses

Enlisted below is the list of top colleges/institutes offering BSc Nursing degree in India. Read on to find out all about the best BSc Nursing colleges here:

  1. Government Medical College, Nagpur
  2. Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh
  3. Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Government Medical College, Pune
  4. Ahilya Bai College of Nursing
  5. Vardhman Mahavir Medical College
  6. Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi

BSc Nursing Job Prospects

The prime objecting of pursuing a professional degree is to get a job that lets you realise your career aspirations. Read on to find out popular job profiles available for the BSc Nursing graduates:

  • Staff Nurse

  • Certified Nurse Midwife

  • Clinical Nurse Specialist

  • Manager/Administrator

  • Nurse Anesthetist

  • Nurse Educator

  • Nurse Practitioner

  • Case Manager

In addition to the aforementioned job profiles, the Nursing Instructors profession also gives an opportunity to teach nursing students in colleges and training institutes. There are even nurse researchers in research institutes and health care companies on the rise where good remunerations are offered for contribution to research domain.

Q: What is BSc Nursing?

A: BSc Nursing is a 4-year undergraduate program that focuses on the training and theoretical knowledge to become a nurse.

Q: What is the age limit to pursue BSc Nursing?

A: Minimum age should be 18 years for a candidate to pursue BSc Nursing. Most of the colleges have not defined the upper age limit for this programme?

Q: Can I pursue BSc Nursing from distance learning?

A: Yes, there are few universities in India offering BSc Nursing degree from distance learning.

Q: What is the eligibility criteria to enroll for BSc Nursing degree?

A: BSc nursing course is securing a minimum of 45% - 50% marks in class 10 and class 12 examinations with PCB and English as core subjects.

Q: What is the duration of BSc Nursing programme?

A: It is a four-year degree programme.

Q: What are the admission criteria for BSc Nursing programme?

A: Candidates generally have to appear for an entrance exam to seek admission to BSc Nursing course.

Q: What are some popular specialisations offered in BSc Nursing programme?

A: Indian institutes offering BSc Nursing generally include Public Health Nursing, Military Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Cancer nursing, Psychiatric Nursing in the course curriculum.

Q: what are some top entrance exams for nursing?

A: NEET UG, AIIMS BSc Nursing, Indian Army BSc Nursing, CENTAC JET, TJEE among others.

Q: Can I become Nursing Instructor after the completion of this course?

A: Nursing Instructors profession also gives an opportunity to teach nursing students in colleges and training institutes. One might need Master’s degree to teach the BSc nursing aspirants.

 

 

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  • Popular B.Sc Nursing Colleges in India
  • Popular Private B.Sc Nursing Colleges in India
  • Popular B.Sc Nursing Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses

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Popular B.Sc Nursing Specializations

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Answered 21 hours ago

The JCECE nursing result will be announced on the official website of the conducting body, JCECEB. The aspirants who appear for the exam will have to visit the page and click on the link for the result. Download the scorecard after providing the login credentials. 

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Nidhi Gupta

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 21 hours ago

The JCECE answer key will be released by the JCECEB on the official website around one week after the exam date. A provisional key will be released initially, followed by the final one on the result day. Download them in a PDF format as issued by the conducting body. 

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Shailja Shrivastava

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 21 hours ago

The JCECE counselling seat allotment result is expected to be released as per the counselling schedule for each round. It will be release separately after each round of counselling will conclude on the official website dedicated for nursing events. 

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Nishtha Kumar

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 21 hours ago

The JCECE nursing admit card will be released by the conducting body around 10 days before the exam date in online mode at the official website. Candidates will have to download the hall ticket in PDF format and take atleast two printouts of it to the test centre. 

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Nishtha Singh

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 days ago

The PGIMER nursing counselling participation fee is INR 5000/- + INR 850/- for the BSc (4-year course), and the same is the fee for the Post-basic course for participation. 

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Kanishk Dhawan

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 days ago

Documents such as PGIMER nursing admit card, Birth Certificate, Class 10th and 12th marksheet, caste certificate, and disability proof, etc., are mandatory to be presented as proof of verification at the time of PGIMER nursing counselling. 

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Pallavi Shukla

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 days ago

No, if you have participated in the PGIMER nursing Round 1 counselling, you will not be able to participate in round-2 counselling. Only those candidates will be able to carry forward the counselling process who did not wish to accept the seat offered in round-1. 

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Aishwarya Pathak

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 3 days ago

The West Bengal ANM/GNM Nursing official website is "wbjeeb.nic.in/anm-gnm". Important events such as the online application form, admit card, result, and counselling will be managed and organised through this platform only. 

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Nishtha Singh

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 3 days ago

No, as per the criteria mentioned by the WBJEEB, those candidates who are 17 to 27 years can apply for the WB ANM/GNM entrance exam. A 30-year-old aspirant is not eligible to appear for the entrance. 

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Anshuman Dhyani

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 3 days ago

In the WB ANM GNM nursing application form, details such as parents' name, applicant's name, domicile, and date of birth cannot be tweaked. Candidates are requested to cross-check these particulars with utmost care before submitting the registration form. 

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Raj Rai

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 3 days ago

Check out eligibility to apply for a BSc in Nursing in Malta:

  • You must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must have completed Class 12 with Biology and Chemistry
  • Minimum 60% in 12th class.
  • You also need a valid English proficiency score. An IELTS of 6.0 overall.

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Yatendra Shukla

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Answered 3 days ago

You can attend your lectures and take the exam in English. People in Malta speak English well. So, you will not feel difficulty communicating with them. In short, if you know English well, no need to learn a new language. Just to study in Malta.

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Nishtha Surbhi

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Answered 4 days ago

No, it is not necessary to join any coaching centre to appear in the West Bengal ANM/GNM Nursing entrance. Self-studies can also suffice for the purpose, provided a candidate must practice from previous year papers, sample papers, model test sheets, and mock tests to brace the exam well on the final

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Nishtha Nishtha

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Answered 4 days ago

To prepare for the WB ANM/GNM Nursing exam, candidates have to practice previous year papers, refer to the best books written by experts, appear for mock tests to enhance their speed and accuracy, and join test series if needed to strengthen their preparation. 

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Nidhi Gupta

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Answered 4 days ago

Please note that only if the seats remain vacant after conducting two rounds of counselling, then an additional mop-up round of counselling be held. The dates for the same are released through the official notification by the JCECEB on the official website dedicated to the nursing programme. 

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Saumya Bhandari

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 4 days ago

Documents such as Class 10th and 12th Admit Card, marksheet, passing certificate, Local Resident Certificate issued by SDO (Civil)/ DC of Jharkhand state, Caste Certificate issued by SDO (Civil)/ DC of Jharkhand state are required for admission. In addition, applicants need to submit one passport-si

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Kanishk Dhawan

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Answered 5 days ago

A candidate must keep ready scanned images of the passport-sized photographs, thumb impression, signatures, Class 10 and Class 12th certificates to apply for the MH BSc nursing exam. 

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Aishwarya Pathak

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Answered 6 days ago

University of Toronto believes that along with academics, students must engage in extracurricular activities for which there are various clubs and societies available for Nursing students. Some societies and clubs available are- 

  • Nursing Undergraduate Society 

  • Graduate Nurses' Student Society 

  • Pre-Nurs

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 6 days ago

Most Nursing students live in St. George campus as primary location of Faculty of Nursing is available at this campus. Various on-campus accommodation halls available for Nursing students too are- 

  • CampusOne 

  • Chestnut Residence 

  • Innis College 

  • Knox Residence 

  • Loretto College 

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 6 days ago

University of Toronto is ranked by Shiksha Popularity Ranking as #1 Nursing school in Canada. U of T as it is often called attains a global rank #4 as part of the latest QS Nursing rankings, placing it amongst the best universities in the world. 

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 6 days ago

Admission deadlines for domestic and international students remain consistent every year. The last date for applying to PG Nursing courses is Apr 30, 2026. For first year 2026 applications to the Nursing school's UG program, the last date is Jan 15, 2026. 

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 6 days ago

Students who want to study Nursing from University of Toronto must follow process mentioned below to get into Nursing school- 

  • Complete online application form
  • Pay application fee  
  • Upload important documents such as educational transcripts, SOP, proof of passport, etc.
  • Submit application
  • Wait for res

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 6 days ago

Duration of all the Nursing courses at University in Toronto is different. Course length of Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Nursing, Post-Master Nurse Practitioner Diploma is 2 years. Duration of Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Sciences is 4 years and Doctor of Nursing is 3 years. 

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 6 days ago

Most popular Nursing course at University in Toronto is Master of Nursing (MN). This course is ranked #1 by Shiksha Popularity Ranking. Top ranking of this course is among the reasons why Nursing courses of this university attracts most international students. 

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 6 days ago

University of Toronto is considered bit difficult for international students to get into as the university's Nursing courses are among top Nursing courses. Total seats available for Nursing students in 2026 is 30 which shows it is highly competitive to get admission. 

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 6 days ago

Nursing courses under Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing is top in Canada. Many top ranking bodies rank this university at top for its Nursing courses such as Shiksha, QS, etc. Top ranking of this university attract students from all over the world. 

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 6 days ago

Yes, Nursing courses at University of Toronto are offered under the Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing. This course at U of T is considered among top Nursing course in Toronto, Canada.  

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

To seek admission to the PGIMER Nursing program, at least 50 percent marks are required in the PCB+English subjects in Class 12th. This cutoff is for the General category candidates.   

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Shailja Shrivastava

Beginner-Level 5

Answered a week ago

There are various skills that graduates gain after graduating from Monash Uni Nursing courses. These skills further help graduates to get their dream jobs in Nursing sector. Some of these skills along with the percentage of students who gained those skills are mentioned in the table below- 

Skills 

Percentage of Students 

Nursing 

33.3% 

Healthcare 

23.9% 

Hospitals 

15.7% 

Healthcare Management 

13.8% 

Patient Safety 

13.4% 

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

There are various Monash University Nursing courses at UG and PG levels, but the costs of each course vary from one another. Table below mentions the tuition fee of Nursing courses at Monash Uni- 

Nursing courses 

Tuition fee (per year) 

Bachelor of Nursing 

AUD 44,600  (INR 26.82 L) 

Bachelor of Paramedicine 

AUD 45,100  (INR 27.12 L) 

Master of Nursing Practice 

AUD 47,400  (INR 28.50 L) 

Master of Advanced Nursing 

AUD 44,600  (INR 26.82 L) 

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Kanishka Gambhir

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