Best Nursing Colleges in Hyderabad: Fees, Admission 2026, Courses, Placements

As per popularity basis by shiksha.com, Malla Reddy University emerged to be as the top Nursing college in Hyderabad. Listed below are some of the other top coleges with their tuition fees -

Top Colleges	Tuition Fee
Malla Reddy University	INR 4 lakh
NIMS - Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences	INR 45,000 - INR 1.38 lakh
UoH - University of Hyderabad	-
Apollo School of Nursing, Hyderabad	-
Yashoda College of Nursing	-

Source: Official site and may vary.

There are about 90+ Nursing colleges in Hyderabad. Of these, 68 are private colleges, 5 are government colleges, and 6 colleges are owned by public-private entities. The top colleges are Malla Reddy University, NIMS - Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences, UoH - University of Hyderabad, Apollo School of Nursing, Hyderabad, Yashoda College of Nursing, etc.

Candidates can take admission in Hyderabad Nursing colleges on Class 12 marks basis or through TS EAMCET score basis.

Hi, it can be observed that studying Nursing in Hyderabad can be quite inexpensive as most of the colleges have an average tuition fee of less than INR 1 lakh which is quite affordable and provide quality education. Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences, Apollo MedSkills, Centre for Distance and Virtual Learning, University of Hyderabad are some of them.

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No, ANM nursing courses have not been discontinued nationwide. States like Karnataka have officially decided to close all Auxiliary Nursing Midwife Training Centers (ANMTC) and suspend ANM nursing courses starting academic year 2026-27. On the other hand, States like West Bengal, Bihar and UP are officially continuing ANM nursing courses.

Some medical field which offer best work and life balance are shown below -

• Dentistry (BDS & MDS) – Fixed clinic hours, fewer emergencies.

• Pharmacy (BPharm & MPharm) – Less stress compared to hospital-based jobs.

• Physiotherapy (BPT & MPT) – Flexible working hours, minimal emergency calls.

• Public Health & Community Medicine – Focus on preventive healthcare rather than emergency treatments.

• Clinical Research & Medical Writing – Research-based work with no direct patient responsibilities.

Yes, Nursing colleges in Hyderabad do offer certificate courses and you can refer below for some of them:

College Name	Tuition Fee
Apollo MedSkills, Hyderabad	INR 50,000
Eashwaribai Memorial College of Nursing	-
Sigma College of Nursing	-
Centre for Distance and Virtual Learning, University of Hyderabad	-

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website and may vary.

Yes, that's true and there are more scholarships available than most know. Telangana ePASS plus several other college-level merit-based and need-based scholarships are also there. Students should approach individual colleges and also check state ePASS portal. Most government nursing colleges in Hyderabad offer scholarships and fee waivers based on merit and reserved categories, but most private colleges also provide scholarship although the pattern is quite varied as per the policies of institutions.

Yes, many nurses from Hyderabad colleges apply for government hospital jobs. Exams like state nursing recruitment tests or AIIMS nursing exams are common paths. Competition is high, so a strong academic record helps. Government jobs offer better job security and pension benefits. Many graduates also work privately while preparing for these exams. It's a realistic, well-trodden career path.

Choosing ANM nursing or GNM courses depends upon your career path and interests. An ANM degree is beneficial for people who want a shorter course and want to start working as fast as possible.ANM nursing is specially beneficial for people from non Science background. GNM course is better for people who want broader career opportunities, advanced clinical training, or the option to later transition into a Post-Basic BSc Nursing degree.

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As mandated by the Indian Nursing Council, BSc Nursing admissions across India require qualifying NEET-UG, with state counselling for Telangana conducted by Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Warangal via knruhs.telangana.gov.in. So while some private colleges may have flexibility, NEET qualification is now increasingly mandatory for INC-recognised colleges across Hyderabad.

Yes, Nursing colleges in Hyderabad do offer Diploma courses and you can refer below for some of them:

• Yashoda College of Nursing
• Apollo School of Nursing 
• Owaisi College of Nursing
• JMJ College of Nursing
• KIMS

Hello,

More than 1,600 colleges in India are offering ANM program, and these colleges include both government and private entities. Since all of these colleges have different ratings, placement records, etc., ANM course fee also differs.

But average fee starts from INR 1,000 and goes up to INR 3 Lakh in India.

Anurag University is a private institute approved by AICTE and PCI. Below are the reasons to choose Anurag University Hyderabad:

• Ranking: As per the NIRF 2025, Anurag University HYD is ranked 72 under Pharmacy category.
• Placements: Anurag University placements top recruiters include PWC, Amazon, JP Morgan Chase & Co., Microsoft, etc.
• Scholarships: Anurag University Hyderabad gives scholarships to the merotious students based on their rank in AnuragCET.

Apollo MedSkills, Hyderabad provides programmes including MBA/PGDM, Certificate, PG Diploma in streams such as Medicine & Health Sciences, Nursing, Business & Management Studies, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Hospital / Healthcare Management, Critical Care Nursing, Emergency Medical Services Nursing, HealthCare & Hospital.

Care Nampally College of Nursing has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
B.Sc. (Post Basic)	Candidates should be registered as Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives (RNRM). Candidates should possess a three-year Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM). Candidates should have a minimum of two years of experience in the profession (after registration as RNRM).
B.Sc.	Candidate must have passed 10+2 examination with Science stream from a recognised board.

Mamata Academy of Medical Sciences, Bachupally has been rated 4 for faculty as per reviews by students. This shows that Institute has qualified and experienced faculty members.

AIIMS Hyderabad offer four programmes at the UG and PG levels. Its flagship course is MBBS. Apart from this, the institute also offers MD, MS, and BSc (H) Nursing course. Admission to all the offered programmes is entrance-based. Aspirants must check the required qualification prescribed by the authorities before applying for a course.

Mallareddy College of Nursing has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
B.Sc.	Candidate must have passed 10+2 examination with Science stream from a recognised board.

Indo American College of Nursing has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
B.Sc.	Candidate must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognised school/board.
B.Sc. (Post Basic)	Candidate must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognised school/board.

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Medwin College of Nursing has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
B.Sc.	Candidate must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognised school/board.

Princess Duru Shehvar College of Nursing offers Degree courses including 1 UG and 3 PG courses. These programs are offerred in Full Time mode. Princess Duru Shehvar College of Nursing has specializations such as .

Eashwaribai Memorial College of Nursing has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
B.Sc.	Candidate must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized school/board.