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

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.

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:

Source: Official site and may vary.

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. 

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:

Source: Official site and may vary.

Parul University direct admissions are offered in cases of most BSc courses. However, some BSc course such as courses from media and medical field are not open for direct admissions. These BSc courses can be applied for only after getting a valid score in either DAT or NEET-UG respectively.

While NEET UG is widely accepted and required for government colleges and most deemed universities, many private nursing colleges also offer admission based on their own institutional entrance exams or merit in Class 12. Many colleges accept students on merit basis and through entrance exams other than NEET. Students who could not score well in NEET can still find good private colleges through institutional exams like MET, SRMJEEH, and state-level nursing council exams.

The healthcare industry is an ever evolving one. New hospitals are cropping up everyday, and the already established, esteemed ones are expanding at a high pace. A high demand for nursing graduates has been observed in multiple countries like USA, Canada, Australia and Germany. A BSc graduate has multiple options other than hospitals and healthcare. They can work in academic, research, corporate, and pharmacology sectors. 

Check the table below for some of the top private BSc Nursing colleges in India along with their tuition fees.

Nursing sustains all medical needs due to which there is always a boom in multiple vacancies worldwide. Since it is so diverse, graduates can dabble in multiple sectors while still remaining true to their profession. It also gives a sense of fulfillment and puts students in the role of caregivers. 

The table below mentions all the BSc, BSc Nursing and PB BSc courses offered by AIIMS Delhi along with their duration, eligibility and selection criteria:

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 -

The full form of BSc Nursing is Bachelor of Science in Nursing. It is an undergraduate course for students interested in pursuing Nursing as a profession after class 12th. The course is 4 years long divided into 8 semesters. The basic requirements of the course include a minimum of 50% aggregate in class 12th Board exams in the PCB stream. 

NEET UG is widely accepted for govt. and deemed universities. MET for Manipal and exams by CMC Vellore, Amrita, SRMJEEH are conducted by institutions. Nursing councils of individual states conduct state level exams. Many colleges conduct merit admission based on Class 12 marks. Hence, even with a low NEET score students can secure admission through various other opportunities.

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University popularly known as IPU, is a government funded college that takes admissions based on its university level exam IPU CET. Amity University is one of the most popular private BSc Nursing college in Delhi NCR. The UG course is offered through Amity college of Nursing in Gurugram. Both colleges equip students with theoretical and applied knowledge, good placements and on ground exposure.

Integral University fees for BSc (Hons) and BSc programmes include multiple components, such as tuition and, hostel fees. Tabulated below is the BSc fees at Integral University for different specialisations:

Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

AIIMS Delhi, is one of the best colleges in India for all types of medical education, but AIIMS Rishikesh, is pretty close too. Both colleges offer the best labs, experienced, highly qualified faculty, and a lot of exposure. AIIMS, Delhi also offers a 6 month paid internship after the course.

Many students chase fame and popularity of a college and do not focus on its ROI. They should consider academics, placement and core values of the college.

But that does not mean that popularity is a bad thing. It just should not be the only basis of selection.

No, you cannot join AFMC (Armed Forces Medical College) without NEET. NEET scores are essential for eligibility to join AFMC for MBBS. The admission process to AFMC requires candidates to clear NEET UG followed by an interview and a medical exam. AFMC is a prestigious institution that offers a unique opportunity to serve in the armed forces of the country. Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including being unmarried, achieving a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in Science subjects, and securing at least 50% in English and each Science subject. Additionally, candidates must pass the NEET entrance exam to be considered for admission to AFMC

SAGE University Bhopal hasn't released any official dates for the BSc course admission. However, the application portal for the BSc course is out now for 2026. SAGE University will soon announce the SEE 2025 exam dates and schedule for other events. SEE application Form 2026 has been released. 

No, there is no provision for direct admission to the BSc courses offered at GMCH Chandigarh. As per the official information, the admission the BSc courses at the college is strictly based on the ranks obtained by the applicants in the GMCH Combined Entrance Test (GCET) conducted by the college. Further, candidates must be found fit after the medical examination conducted by the college once the candidates have been selected provisionally. They must also fulfil the specified eligibility criteria for BSc admission.

No, you cannot get admission at JIPMER for its BSc courses without having a valid NEET rank. The exam is mandatory for admission. Candidates also need to fulfil the eligibility rules for the particular BSc course they are applying to. 

Yes, the East Point Group of Institutions offers BSc programme with the duration of four years. This is a semester-based course, divided into eight equal semesters. The EPGI takes admission to the BSc course based on marks obtained in the entrance test. The eligibility criteria of the course are passing Class 12 with PCM and English.

The total BSc tuition fee at Assam Downtown University ranges from INR 2.5 lakh to INR 10.4 lakh for the entire course duration. Apart from this, the fee structure may include other charges, such as admission fees, security deposits, etc. Besides the tuition fee, candidates are required to pay a one-time fee, which is ranges from INR 50,000 to INR 1.6 lakh. Tabulated below is the ADTU BSc fee breakdown:

NOTE: The mentioned fee is sourced from the official website of the university/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and, hence, is indicative.

Application fees for BSc at St. John's National Academy of Health Sciences differs between different affiliated colleges. Most BSc courses have the same application fees as the KCET registration fees of INR 500.

However, the application fees for BSc courses offered by St. John's college of Nursing can range between INR 500 - INR 700.