Is NEET mandatory for BSc Nursing admission in India?

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.

What entrance exams are accepted for BSc Nursing admission in India?

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.

Which is the No. 1 BSc Nursing college in India?

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.

Can I apply if my 12th-grade board results are still pending?

Yes, students can apply for BSc Nursing while awaiting their class 12th results. Students have to submit a passing certificate and verify their minimum eligibility percentage while submitting final documents.

What is the scope of BSc Nursing in India and abroad?

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.

Why is BSc Nursing important?

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.

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

There are a 624 of colleges in a Karnataka in India that offer a B.Sc.. There is a division of colleges by ownership, private: 317, public private: 39 and public / government: 33 that provide the B.Sc..

Location wise

Karnataka has 624 colleges presently offering B.Sc.. Karnataka has the highest number of B.Sc. colleges in Karnataka. Check out the table below for a detailed overview of the top states/cities providing B.Sc. in Karnataka:

Location Details	Colleges
Karnataka	624 Colleges
Bangalore	284 Colleges
Tamil Nadu	228 Colleges
Madhya Pradesh	219 Colleges
Uttar Pradesh	183 Colleges
Rajasthan	165 Colleges
West Bengal	159 Colleges
Kerala	158 Colleges
Andhra Pradesh	151 Colleges
Gujarat	149 Colleges
Maharashtra	131 Colleges
Punjab	125 Colleges
Chhattisgarh	108 Colleges
Telangana	99 Colleges
Karnataka - Other	85 Colleges
Delhi/NCR	85 Colleges
Bihar	71 Colleges
Kolkata	64 Colleges
Uttarakhand	60 Colleges
Jaipur	55 Colleges

Specializations

B.Sc. colleges in Karnataka are spread across the state. Tabulated below is the list of top cities housing the colleges:

Specialization Details	Colleges
Nursing & Midwifery	167 Colleges
Neuro Science & Mental Health Nursing	7 Colleges

Entrance Exams

KCET is the most well-liked exam that B.Sc. accepts in Karnataka. The table below displays the number of colleges that accept various exams:

Exam Details	Colleges
KCET	619 Colleges
CBSE 12th	13 Colleges
Karnataka 2nd PUC	12 Colleges
ISC	6 Colleges
NEET	2 Colleges
PESSAT	1 Colleges
MET	1 Colleges
RUASAT	1 Colleges
KSEEB	1 Colleges

Location wise

Location Details	Colleges
Karnataka	624 Colleges
Bangalore	284 Colleges
Tamil Nadu	228 Colleges
Madhya Pradesh	219 Colleges
Uttar Pradesh	183 Colleges
Rajasthan	165 Colleges
West Bengal	159 Colleges
Kerala	158 Colleges
Andhra Pradesh	151 Colleges
Gujarat	149 Colleges
Maharashtra	131 Colleges
Punjab	125 Colleges
Chhattisgarh	108 Colleges
Telangana	99 Colleges
Karnataka - Other	85 Colleges
Delhi/NCR	85 Colleges
Bihar	71 Colleges
Kolkata	64 Colleges
Uttarakhand	60 Colleges
Jaipur	55 Colleges

Specializations

B.Sc. colleges in Karnataka are spread across the state. Tabulated below is the list of top cities housing the colleges:

Specialization Details	Colleges
Nursing & Midwifery	167 Colleges
Neuro Science & Mental Health Nursing	7 Colleges

Entrance Exams

KCET is the most well-liked exam that B.Sc. accepts in Karnataka. The table below displays the number of colleges that accept various exams:

Exam Details	Colleges
KCET	619 Colleges
CBSE 12th	13 Colleges
Karnataka 2nd PUC	12 Colleges
ISC	6 Colleges
NEET	2 Colleges
PESSAT	1 Colleges
MET	1 Colleges
RUASAT	1 Colleges
KSEEB	1 Colleges