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The BSc Nursing course fees in India differ depending on the colleges providing the program. There are more than 2,900 colleges in India offering BSc Nursing courses; among them, many colleges offer scholarships and financial support to qualified students.
The course fee structure of every BSc Nursing college in India is based on the college rating, placement rating, infrastructure, faculty, and so on. 

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Q:   What are the factors affecting BSc Nursing course fees?
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Various aspects affect the BSc Nursing course fee of a college such as a college entity (government or private), college accreditation, demand, geographical location, faculty rating, government policies, placement rating, etc.

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Q:   Are BSc Nursing fees fixed, or do they increase every year?
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BSc Nursing fees are usually not fixed and may increase annually or semester-wise, although the extent of the increase can differ. Government colleges generally have a fixed fee structure, while private institutes can increase charges every year.

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Table of contents
  • BSc Nursing Fees FAQs
  • Popular B.Sc Nursing Colleges in India
  • Popular Private B.Sc Nursing Colleges in India
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Popular B.Sc Nursing Specializations

BSc Nursing Fees FAQs

Candidates can refer to this section for BSc Nursing fees-related FAQs.

Q:   What is the BSc Nursing application fee?
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The BSc Nursing application fee depends on the college and the category of the candidate. However, it generally ranges between INR 1,000 to INR 5,000. 

Q:   Are there any hidden or additional fees apart from the tuition fee in BSc Nursing courses?
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Yes, along with the tuition fee, colleges and universities generally charge students with exam, library, hostel, lab, etc., fees. Depending on the entity, these charges can be high or low. 

Q:   What hidden costs should I be aware of beyond the BSc Nursing tuition fees?
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Hi, I understand the curiosity. There are actually so many hidden costs you would need to pay apart from the tuition fees of the BSc Nursing course. Though these costs completely depend on the colleges, some extra hidden costs are charged for hostel fees, textbooks & course material, field work & industrial visits, exam fees, library fees, student union fund in some colleges, etc.

Popular B.Sc Nursing Colleges in India

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Popular B.Sc Nursing Specializations

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Answered 4 days ago

It is very important and should never be ignored. Before taking admission, check for nursing schools INC approval. INC refers to Indian Nursing Council, which is a national regulatory body for nursing education in India. Nursing colleges not approved by INC will make your degree invalid. Therefore,

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered 4 days ago

The chances are limited but not impossible if you prepare well. There is only 1 government nursing college in Mangalore, which is the Mangalore College of Nursing. The intake for B.Sc Nursing at this government nursing college is 60 students per year. Since there are only 60 seats and Lacs of studen

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered 4 days ago

Yes, most reputed nursing colleges in Mangalore provide hostel facilities for outstation students.

Laxmi Memorial College of Nursing has 3 hostels that are well designed for comfortable living, with first-year students being provided accommodation. Similarly, Father Muller College of Nursing, Yenepoy

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered 4 days ago

There are about 40+ Nursing colleges in Mangalore, of these, 30 are private colleges, 3 are semi-government colleges, and government institutions own only 1 Nursing college. KCET and NEET are some of the most accepting entrance exams in Mangalore Nursing colleges.

Some of the top colleges include S

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 days ago

Yes, NEET is now mandatory for B.Sc Nursing admissions across India, including Mangalore. Candidates who are willing to get admission to B.Sc Nursing should appear for the NEET examination. After NEET, government seats and private college seats are filled through Karnataka Examinations Authority (KE

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered 4 days ago

As per the popularity basis by shiksha.com, check the table below for some of the top Nursing colleges in Mangalore with their tuition fees -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
Srinivas UniversityINR 10.04 Lacs - INR 11.64 lakh
Yenepoya (Deemed to be university)INR 96,000 - INR 12.15 lakh
Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing SciencesINR 1.47 Lacs - INR 7.75 lakh
Fr. Muller's College of NursingINR 99,490 - INR 2.28 lakh
Kanachur College of Nursing SciencesINR 5.15 lakh

NOTE: The above info. has been taken from the college's official website and may vary in the future.

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered 5 days ago

Webster University is mostly known for its STEM-designated courses like the MS in Cybersecurity, Data Analytics and CS. 

The Nursing courses are, too, popular and ranked well under the US News and World rankings. In 2025, the Webster University US News rankings was #106 under the 'Best Graduate Nurs

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Bhumika Vimal

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Answered a week ago

Yes, practical training is a key element as it provides students with direct experience in actual healthcare environments. Direct experience develops the clinical competence, swift decision-making, and patient compassion that cannot be wholly supplied by classroom lectures.

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered a week ago

Not always, and this is something most students don't realise. NEET is not mandatory for GNM admission, since it's a Diploma course handled through state nursing council exams or merit-based selection. NEET is mainly needed for BSc Nursing in many colleges, so your path depends on which course you p

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Tasbiya Khan

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Yes, and this surprises a lot of students. Most BSc Nursing colleges only ask for a 45–50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in Class 12, which is quite achievable. So even if you didn't score top marks, you still have a real shot at building a solid nursing career.

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered 2 weeks ago

As per the popularity basis by Shiksha.com, listed below are some of the top Nursing colleges in Bihar along with their tuition fees -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, PatnaINR 45,000 - INR 1.2 lakh
AIIMS PatnaINR 2,400
Gopal Narayan Singh UniversityINR 2.25 Lacs - INR 2.46 lakh
College of Nursing, Kurji Holy Family HospitalINR 40,000 - INR 2.5 lakh
Narayan Nursing College, SasaramINR 2.2 Lacs - INR 7.2 lakh

Source: Official site of the colleges and can change.

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Tasbiya Khan

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Yes it's truly 

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Ravikant Chaurasia

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Students need to appear for the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) entrance exam or KEAM for admission to BSc Nursing in Kerala's top colleges.

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, Thomas Jefferson Uni is among the best universities in USA for Nursing and Health Sciences. Listed below are some key factors which makes Thomas Jefferson a better choice for Nursing and Healthcare than most universities in the US:

  • Immediate access to top teaching hospitals
  • Hands-on clinical rot

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Akash Gaur

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Both Adelaide University and Curtin University are highly ranked in Australia as well as in the world for their Nursing programs. Table mentioned below shows the Nursing rankings from various ranking bosies for Nursing-

Ranking BodiesAdelaide University NursingCurtin University Nursing
Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2026#20 in Australia#18 in Australia
QS World Ranking 2026#50#51-100
 The table above shows some ranking bodies rank Adelaide above Curtin University.

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Adelaide University's graduates are employed in top Nursing positions at some top private & government firms in Australia & across the globe. Listed below are some prominent sectors Adelaide University Nursing graduates are currently employed in:

  • Healthcare Services
  • Education
  • Operations
  • Community and So

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Kanishka Gambhir

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Answered 3 weeks ago

IELTS scores are required for admission to the Adelaide University's UG and PG courses. Mentioned below are the language test requirements Indian students must meet to get admission at this university-

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Kanishka Gambhir

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes, Nursing degree from Adelaide University is acceptable by Indian authorities. Adelaide University Nursing graduates are free to practice in Indian hospitals, schools, etc. Students can get jobs in various settings as mentioned below-

  • Hospitals
  • Community support services
  • Aged and rehabilitative care

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Kanishka Gambhir

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The Adelaide University Nursing programme is considered the leading not just in Australia but in all of world.

The institute ranks #20 among law institutions in the Australia & its courses are also provided top-most rankings by numerous prominent publications including Shiksha.

As part of QS World ran

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Studying Nursing at Adelaide University is feasible. Students are expected to work hard over duration of studies. Students get to engage with industry experts and get real-world nursing insights.

Nursing students collaborate with other healthcare disciplines including midwives, pharmacists, physiothe

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Indian students interested to study Nursing from Adelaide University must meet admission requirement and provide some documents for verification for application process mentioned below-

  • Apply online for application form
  • Submit important document
  • Check status of application regularly
  • Attend interview
  • Get

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Securing admission to Adelaide University Nursing courses is not easy, institute receives thousands of applications every year for admission to Nursing programs. Institute prefers students with good academic record & urge to learn & use respective talents to make significant contribution to Nursing

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

The Adelaide University is considered leading Nursing university in Australia & part of best Nursing institutions worldwide. Several prominent publications rank it very highly including Shiksha which ranks it #20 for Nursing in its the latest rankings. Many Nursing graduates of thie university engag

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Kanishka Gambhir

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Answered a month ago

Shakuntla School of Nursing GNM seats are part of a programme that follows all official nursing guidelines. This means your Diploma will be valid and respected by healthcare employers across the country. The 50 seats are approved to ensure that the infrastructure can support every student's needs. F

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

Yes, the KS Memorial College of Nursing Jodhpur is approved by Rajasthan University of Health Sciences, Indian Nursing Council (INC) and Rajasthan Nursing Council.

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Shruti Manchanda

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

At Shakuntla School of Nursing, the BSc programme offers a very specialised and disciplined environment. It is focused entirely on healthcare, unlike colleges that offer many different streams. This means all the resources and equipment are dedicated to nursing students. The strong link with a major

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Rashmi Karan

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Answered a month ago

BSc Nursing fees at Shakuntla School of Nursing for all four years are INR 4.66 Lakh. The fees are set as per university guidelines for nursing education at graduation level. 

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Rashmi Karan

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Answered a month ago

Government nursing colleges in Delhi do not generally admit students directly without an entrance exam, but you do not necessarily need the NEET UG exam. You can secure admission by clearing separate institutional or state-level entrance exams like the IPU CET (administered by GGSIPU) or the Delhi U

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered a month ago

Below given are some of the job opportnuities after doing the Nursing courses from Aravali College of Nursing:

  • Government Hospitals
  • Abroad with good package
  • N.G.O. & Private hospitals
  • Nursing Homes
  • Community health Services
  • Govt. Establishments
  • Educational Institutions

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Shruti Manchanda

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Answered a month ago

Western Sydney University Nursing course is a top ranked course in 2026. It ranks at #51-100 in the QS Nursing rankings for 2026. The duration of this course is 3 years. BSN course of this university is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). 

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