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.

I am 32 years old. Can I still pursue BSc Nursing?

Yes, you can. According to the Indian Nursing Council, the minimum age of an applicant must be 17 years, whereas the maximum limit is 35 years. You will need verified documents like 12th marksheet, Aadhar Card, etc.

What is the difference between ANM and GNM?

The full form of ANM is Auxiliary Nurse Midwife. It is a 2 year certificate programme that generally focuses on healthcare in rural areas. The full form of GNM is General Nursing and Midwifery. It is a 3 year Diploma course that teaches healthcare and midwifery in a larger context.

What is post basic nursing?

PB BSc or Post Basic BSc Nursing is a 2 year undergraduate nursing course specialisation for registered nurses with an ANM certificate or GNM diploma. It is a good degree for students who want to move from basics to more advanced education if they want to pursue roles in leadership or teaching.

Nursing Colleges in Assam - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026, Cutoff, Placements

There are 66 colleges offering Nursing in Assam. Among these, split of colleges by ownership is private owned: 20, public / government owned: 7 and public private owned: 3.

Location wise

Major cities across the nation provide a variety of Nursing. Of all the cities, Karnataka has the most Top Nursing colleges in India, based on the number of institutions.

Location Details	Colleges
Karnataka	883 Colleges
Maharashtra	682 Colleges
Madhya Pradesh	453 Colleges
Uttar Pradesh	414 Colleges
Bangalore	397 Colleges
Tamil Nadu	371 Colleges
Gujarat	333 Colleges
West Bengal	326 Colleges
Andhra Pradesh	306 Colleges
Kerala	269 Colleges
Punjab	262 Colleges
Rajasthan	228 Colleges
Orissa	211 Colleges
Telangana	189 Colleges
Delhi/NCR	156 Colleges
Chhattisgarh	141 Colleges
Bihar	138 Colleges
Haryana	111 Colleges
Jharkhand	104 Colleges
Kolkata	103 Colleges

Specializations

Nursing offers diversified specialisations like Nursing & Midwifery, General Nursing & Midwifery and Auxiliary Nurse & Midwife. Refer the table below showing number of colleges offering each Nursing specialisation:

Specialization Details	Colleges
Nursing & Midwifery	52 Colleges
General Nursing & Midwifery	43 Colleges
Auxiliary Nurse & Midwife	24 Colleges
Community Medicine Nursing	7 Colleges
Medical Surgical Nursing	6 Colleges
Obstetrics & Gynaecology Nursing	6 Colleges
Psychiatric Nursing	6 Colleges
Paediatric Nursing	3 Colleges
Oncological Nursing	2 Colleges

Entrance Exams

CBSE 12th is the most popular exam accepted by Nursing in Assam. Refer to the table below showing exams accepted by number of colleges:

Exam Details	Colleges
CBSE 12th	61 Colleges
ISC	61 Colleges
AHSEC	57 Colleges
Assam HSLC	6 Colleges
CUET-PG	1 Colleges
SEBA	1 Colleges

There are 66 colleges offering Nursing in Assam. Among these, split of colleges by ownership is private owned: 20, public / government owned: 7 and public private owned: 3.

Location wise

Major cities across the nation provide a variety of Nursing. Of all the cities, Karnataka has the most Top Nursing colleges in India, based on the number of institutions.

Location Details	Colleges
Karnataka	883 Colleges
Maharashtra	682 Colleges
Madhya Pradesh	453 Colleges
Uttar Pradesh	414 Colleges
Bangalore	397 Colleges
Tamil Nadu	371 Colleges
Gujarat	333 Colleges
West Bengal	326 Colleges
Andhra Pradesh	306 Colleges
Kerala	269 Colleges
Punjab	262 Colleges
Rajasthan	228 Colleges
Orissa	211 Colleges
Telangana	189 Colleges
Delhi/NCR	156 Colleges
Chhattisgarh	141 Colleges
Bihar	138 Colleges
Haryana	111 Colleges
Jharkhand	104 Colleges
Kolkata	103 Colleges

Specializations

Specialization Details	Colleges
Nursing & Midwifery	52 Colleges
General Nursing & Midwifery	43 Colleges
Auxiliary Nurse & Midwife	24 Colleges
Community Medicine Nursing	7 Colleges
Medical Surgical Nursing	6 Colleges
Obstetrics & Gynaecology Nursing	6 Colleges
Psychiatric Nursing	6 Colleges
Paediatric Nursing	3 Colleges
Oncological Nursing	2 Colleges

Entrance Exams

CBSE 12th is the most popular exam accepted by Nursing in Assam. Refer to the table below showing exams accepted by number of colleges:

Exam Details	Colleges
CBSE 12th	61 Colleges
ISC	61 Colleges
AHSEC	57 Colleges
Assam HSLC	6 Colleges
CUET-PG	1 Colleges
SEBA	1 Colleges

P Baruah School of Nursing

Guwahati

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Gohain Institute of Nursing

Guwahati

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Brahmaputra College

GuwahatiPvt

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School of Nursing, St. Augustine Christian Hospital

Assam - OtherPvt

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Mercy School of Nursing, Mercy Hospital

Nagaon

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Commonly asked questions
On Nursing Colleges in Assam - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026, Cutoff, Placements

Q: How can I get into Gohain Institute of Nursing for UG/PG courses? Am I eligible for admission?

Gohain Institute of Nursing has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
ANM	Candidate must be 17 years of age or before 31st December of the year in which admission is sought.

Q: How can I get into Brahmaputra College for UG/PG courses? Am I eligible for admission?

Brahmaputra College has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
B.Sc.	Candidate must have passed 10+2 in Science stream with above mentioned marks from any recognised Board/Council.

Q: What is the overall intake at School of Nursing, St. Augustine Christian Hospital for all courses together?

School of Nursing, St. Augustine Christian Hospital courses are approved by eminent Government bodies such as INC. The combined seats available for various programmes provided by School of Nursing, St. Augustine Christian Hospital goes up to 30.

Regional Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Technology

Jorhat

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Health Care Nursing Institute of Science and Paramedical Technology, Hajo

Assam - Other

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North East Paramedical and Nursing Institute

GuwahatiPvt

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Holy Spirit School of Nursing

Assam - Other

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Amiya Bharali School of Nursing

Assam - Other

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Commonly asked questions
On Nursing Colleges in Assam - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026, Cutoff, Placements

Q: Which courses are offered by Regional Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Technology?

Regional Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Technology has courses such as ANM which are primarily in the stream of Nursing. Regional Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Technology has specializations such as ANM specializations in Auxiliary Nurse & Midwife.

Q: How many seats are available for various courses offered at North East Paramedical and Nursing Institute?

Courses offerred by North East Paramedical and Nursing Institute are approved by eminent Government bodies like INC. The combined seats available for courses offered at North East Paramedical and Nursing Institute goes up to 20.

Most preferred locations for Nursing

Arya School of Nursing

GuwahatiPvt

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J.B. School of Nursing

Assam - Other

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Nalbari Nursing and Paramedical Institute

Assam - Other

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NEMCARE Group of Institutions

Assam - Other

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Apollo School and College of Nursing, Guwahati

Guwahati

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Commonly asked questions
On Nursing Colleges in Assam - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026, Cutoff, Placements

Q: How many seats are available for various courses offered at J.B. School of Nursing?

Courses offerred by J.B. School of Nursing are approved by eminent Government bodies like INC. The combined seats available for courses offered at J.B. School of Nursing goes up to 30.

Most preferred Courses for Nursing

GNM (50)

B.Sc. (27)

ANM (24)

M.Sc. (11)

B.Sc. (Post Basic) (9)

UG Diploma (4)

Certificate (3)

PG Diploma (3)

Ph.D. (2)