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Best B.Sc. Nursing Colleges in India 2026 - Admission, Course Fees, Reviews

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Parul University

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All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi

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Banaras Hindu University

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Graphic Era Hill University, Bhimtal

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SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, SRM IST, Kattankulathur

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Q:   Which is the top BSc Nursing college according to NIRF ranking?
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As per NIRF ranking 2025, AIIMS Delhi consistently ranked as the top ranked BSc Nursing college in India followed by other colleges. Listed below are the top colleges along with their NIRF rankings over the past three years:

College Name

NIRF 2023

NIRF 2024

NIRF 2025

AIIMS Delhi Ranking

1

1

1

PGIMER Ranking

2

2

2

CMC Vellore Ranking

3

3

3

NIMHANS Bangalore Ranking

4

4

7

JIPMER Ranking

5

5

4

SGPIMS Ranking

7

6

5

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Ranking

6

8

9

Source: Official site and may vary.

Q:   Can I do BSc Nursing without NEET?
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Yes, many colleges accept students on merit basis and entrance exams except NEET. Given below is the list of some of the BSc Nursing colleges in India that does not accept any entrance exam:

College Name

Tuition Fees

Amity University Gurugram

INR 5.8 lakh

SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre

INR 1.5 Lacs – INR 4 lakh

Galgotias University

INR 4.8 lakh

NIMS Nursing College

INR 7 lakh

Armed Forces Medical College

INR 80,000

Source: Official site and may vary.

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Q:   How many BSc Nursing colleges are there in India?
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About 2,900+ best BSc Nursing colleges in India. The top Nursing colleges in India offering BSc course include Parul University, AIIMS Delhi, JIPMER Puducherry, Amity University, Gurugram, Armed Forces Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University, GMCH Chandigarh, SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre,  etc..

Of these, 1,550+ are private colleges,  250+ are government colleges, and public-private entities own 190+ colleges. Admission is based on merit or through entrance exam like KCET, Andhra Pradesh EAMCET, TS EAMCET, etc. 

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East Point Group of Institutions

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Pt. Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences

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Galgotias University

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Greater Noida Institute of Technology

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Sister Nivedita University

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Q:   Which is the No. 1 BSc Nursing college in India?
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Hi, AIIMS Delhi is the top BSc Nursing college in India according to NIRF 2025 under the Medical category, securing 1st position as the No. 1 college followed by PGIMER and CMC Vellore.

Q:   Can you suggest some top private colleges for B.Sc nursing in India?
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Given below is the list of top Private BSc Nursing Colleges in India with their tuition fees and eligibility/entrance exams if any:

Private Colleges

Tuition Fees

Eligibility/Exams

Galgotias University Admission

INR 5.28 lakh

Merit Based

Amity University Gurugram Admissions

INR 7.52 lakh

Merit Based

Parul University AdmissionINR 6.36 lakhMerit-Based
Shri Guru Ram Rai University AdmissionINR 3.87 lakhMerit-Based
St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences AdmissionINR 4 lakhKCET

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Q:   What is the future of BSc nursing?
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 A BSc in nursing opens up a wide range of employment possibilities and professional opportunities. After earning a BSc in nursing from a reputable college, one can work as a registered nurse in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Students have a variety of employment opportunities, including teaching and research.

Q:   Which BSc Nursing college offers the best placement options?
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Candidates can see table showing a list of some best and popular BSc Nursing college options in India giving good packages to graduates below -

BSc Nursing CollegesAverage Package Offered
AIIMS Delhi PlacementsINR 24 LPA
SIHS School of Health Sciences PlacementsINR 11.06 LPA
Srinivas University PlacementsINR 10 LPA
SIHS Pune PlacementsINR 9 LPA
Banaras Hindu University PlacementsINR 8.5 LPA

Note: Info is taken from other sources and can be different.

Hope this helped your query! All the best!
 

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Amity University, Gurugram

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Brainware University

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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria to get admission for B.Sc in nursing?
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Given below is the eligibility riteria for the top BSc Nursing colleges in India -

  • Candidates must have passed Class 12 in the PCB with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
  • Candidates must be at least 17 years old.
  • Maximum age for admission in BSc Nursing is 35 years.

Source: Official site and may vary.

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Q:   Which college has the lowest fee for BSc Nursing?
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There are many govt and pvt colleges which offer Nursing courses and are also affordable. Candidates can see table listing top BSc Nursing colleges in India with affordable fees below -

Low-cost CollegesTuition Fee
AIIMS Delhi FeesINR 2,400
JIPMER Puducherry FeesINR 4,800
Armed Forces Medical College FeesINR 80,000
GMCH Chandigarh FeesINR 38,320
Banaras Hindu University FeesINR 3,000

 

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Q:   How to crack NEET exam without coaching ?
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Go through the NCERTs thoroughly. Solve as many as MCQ as you can. This will surely boost your confidence up. Kindly refer to the link mentioned below:
https://www.shiksha.com/articles/preparation-strategy-for-neet-blogId-5870

Q:   What will be the salary of a nurse in the Indian Army?
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Indian Army B.Sc. Nursing salary composition includes a basic pay of INR 15,600 plus Grade Pay of INR 5,400 and Military Service Pay of INR 4,200 plus DA pay.

Candidates post-commission will be provided a starting in-hand salary of INR 25,200 along with a raise as well as basic allowances.

Hope this helped your query! All the best!
 

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Aligarh Muslim University

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SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, SRM IST, Kattankulathur

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KINS - Kalinga Institute of Nursing Sciences

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Q:   Can admission in BSc Nursing be done with 90% in 12th?
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Yes admission in BSc Nursing can be done with 90% in 12th grade.

Basic eligibility for BSc Nursing can be different and it all depends on different scholarships but having scored above 50% in 12th grade is commonly needed for many scholarships. 

Hope this helped your query! All the best!

Q:   Can I get my Nursing license after Class 12?
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You must register with State Nurse Registration Council after completing your Nursing coursework. You can apply for positions at both public and private hospitals after registering here. following are Nursing professions after 12th that you can explore:

  • Adult-Gerontology
  • Neonatal
  • Paediatrics
  • Women's health hospitals
  • Mental health hospitals

Hope this helped your query! All the best!

Q:   What is the difference between BSc Nursing and BSc Nursing Post Basic?
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BSc Nursing is an initial degree programme for individuals entering Nursing, while BSc Nursing Post Basic is a programme for registered nurses seeking to further their education and career opportunities. 

Candidates can view table below to see comparison between two -

Particulars

BSc Nursing Course Details

BSc Nursing (Post Basic) Course Details

Course Level

UG

UG

Duration 

4 years

2 years

BSc Nursing fee

INR 8,500 to INR 1.3 lakhs 

INR 20,000 - INR 1,00,000

Entrance Exams

NEET UG, AIIMS Nursing, PGIMER Nursing, CMC Ludhiana BSc Nursing, Indian Army Nursing, JIPMER Nursing, KGMU Nursing, RUHS Nursing, BHU Nursing, Jamia Hamdard Nursing 

Merit-based

Top Colleges

AIIMS Delhi, King George's Medical University, Armed Forces Medical College, JIPMER, Government Medical College

SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre,  NIMS Nursing College,  Armed Forces Medical College,  All India Institute of Medical Sciences, etc.

Average Salary

Up to INR 5.1 LPA

INR 3 LPA - INR 5 LPA

Top Recruiters

Apollo Hospitals Enterprise, Fortis Healthcare, Medanta Medicity, Columbia Asia Hospital, etc.

Manipal Hospital, Apollo Hospitals Enterprise, Fortis Healthcare, Medanta Medicity, Columbia Asia Hospital, etc.

Job Profiles

Executive Administrative Assistant, Staff Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician, etc.

Chief Nursing Officer, Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist, Critical Care Nurse, Nurse Instructor, etc.

Note: Info is taken from other sources and can be different.

Hope this helped your query! All the best!
 

Q:   Can you provide an entire list of Nursing scholarships offered in India?
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Candidates can see an entire list of Nursing scholarships offered in India in the table below -

Nursing Scholarship Title 

Nursing Scholarships Detail

Eligibility Criteria 

National-level

National Merit Scholarships

Selected students will be eligible for a monthly scholarship amount of INR 10,000, along with grants covering their entire tuition fee.

  • All Nursing Students must have proved exceptional performance in both academics and extracurricular activities.

  • The scholarship is open to students from various fields of study.

ACC Vidyasaarathi Scholarship

Selected students will be eligible for an annual scholarship amount of a minimum of INR 20,500 approximately. 

  • All Nursing Students must have secured a minimum of 50% in their 12th grade.

  • The annual family income should be less than INR 5 lakhs.

Timken Scholarship

Students are awarded up to INR 75,000 through this scholarship.

The scholarship is open to students of all genders.

  • Minimum 50% marks are required in both 10th and 12th grade examinations.

  • The annual family income should be less than INR 8 lakh.

Sasakawa India Leprosy Foundation Scholarship

Selected students pursuing BSc Nursing (Basic) & GNM at Institutes recognised by the Indian Nursing Council, will be eligible for the scholarship.

  • All Nursing Students must have at least one of their parents with leprosy, or must have leprosy themselves.

  • Higher Secondary Education qualifications with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognized school.

  • At the time of registration, the student must be at least 17 years of age.

Trained Nurses’ Association of India (TNAI) SNAI Scholarship

Selected students will be eligible for a monthly scholarship allowance of INR 750, and additionally, a one-time grant of INR 2,000 for books purchase.

  • All Nursing Students must have completed the first 3 months of preliminary training.

  • The application form should be signed by the Principal and the President/Secretary/SNA Advisor of TNA State Branch.

  • The SNA (Student Nurses Association) unit sponsoring the student must have been active for a minimum period of 3 years.

  • The student must not receive any financial support or benefit from any other source in the form of stipend or scholarship.

Vidyadhan Scholarship

Selected students from Kerala, Karnataka, Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, and Maharashtra will be eligible for an annual scholarship amount of INR 10,000 to INR 60,000.

  • All Nursing students must have secured a minimum of 90% in the 10th class, from any of the following states: Kerala, Karnataka, Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, and Maharashtra.

  • The annual family income should be less than INR 2 LPA.

State-level

Sir Ratan Tata Trust & Navajbai Ratan Tata Trust Education Grants

Selected students will be eligible for a monthly scholarship amount of INR 5,000, along with grants covering their entire tuition fees.

  • All Nursing Students residing in Mumbai, must apply for the scholarship for the current academic year.

  • Higher Secondary Education Qualifications.

  • A maximum of 2 students from the same family can apply for the scholarship.

Lila Poonawalla Foundation Scholarship

Nursing students from Pune colleges will be eligible for an annual scholarship of INR 1 lakh, while those from Wardha colleges will be eligible for an annual scholarship of INR 60,000.

  • All female Nursing Students from Pune and Wardha colleges, of age 20 years or below, with a family income of less than INR 3.5 LPA.

  • A minimum of 60% marks in the 10th and 12th standards is mandatory.

Mother Teresa Scholarship

Selected students will be eligible for an annual scholarship amount of INR 15,000 approximately. 

  • All Nursing Students from minority communities, such as Muslim, Christian, Parsis, Jain, Sikh, or Buddhist, residing in Kerala, with a family income of less than INR 8 LPA.

Private Scholarships

Himalayan University Scholarship

Selected students will be eligible for this scholarship with a one-time fee concession equivalent to 25% of the Tuition Fee of the First Year of the programme.

  • All Nursing students must have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate in their 12th or its equivalent. 

  • The annual family income should be less than INR 3 LPA.

Radha Govind University Scholarship

Selected students will be eligible for a merit scholarship amount of INR 15,000 per annum, and an amount of INR 5,000 annually to five merit-cum scholarships to those who are financially weak.

  • All Nursing students must have secured a minimum of 60% aggregate in their 12th or its equivalent. 

  • The annual family income should be less than INR 3 LPA.

Jaipur National University Scholarship

Selected students applying to pursue a Nursing course at the Jaipur National University will be eligible for a me

 

Note: Info is taken from other sources and can be different.

Hope this helped your query! All the best!

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Baba Farid University of Health Sciences

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GMCH Chandigarh - Government Medical College and Hospital

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Sigma University

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Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University

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JIPMER Puducherry - Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research

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Integral University - IUL

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NIMS Nursing College, NIMS University

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GIET University

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P. P. Savani University

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Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University

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Assam down town University (ADTU)

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Harsha Institutions

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SOA University - Siksha 'O' Anusandhan

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