Best Nursing Colleges in Karnataka: Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026, Placements

As per the popularity basis by shiksha.com, listed below are some of the top Nursing college in Karnataka, along with their tuition fees.

Top Colleges	Tuition Fee
East Point Group of Institutions	INR 4.92 Lacs - INR 5.6 lakh
St. John's National Academy of Health Sciences	INR 1.92 Lacs - INR 5.6 lakh
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute	INR 50,600
DSU - Dayananda Sagar University	INR 1.84 Lacs - INR 7.28 lakh
Manipal Academy of Higher Education	INR 1.68 Lacs - INR 8.48 lakh

Not always. While NEET is common, several Karnataka colleges also accept KCET scores, and some even offer direct admission based on 12th marks. This is different from MBBS, where NEET is compulsory everywhere. So if you missed NEET or didn't score well, you still have other routes into a good nursing college. It's smart to check each college's exact admission criteria beforehand.

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.

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.

East Point Group of Institutions has been rated 4.1 for faculty as per reviews by students. This shows that Institute has qualified and experienced faculty members.

KCET is the most accepting entrance exam in the top Nursing colleges in Karnataka. Listed below are some colleges with their fees.

Top Colleges	Tuition Fee
ESIC Medical College, Gulbarga	INR 81,800
Acharya Institute of Health Sciences	INR 2.85 lakh
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute	INR 50,600
St. John's National Academy of Health Sciences	INR 5.6 lakh
East Point Group of Institutions	INR 5.6 lakh

Many top private colleges have strong placement records through hospital tie-ups. Placement quality depends on the hospital network each college is connected to. Colleges with their own hospitals tend to do better here. Always ask for real placement data before joining any college. Check the table below for top private colleges with their fees and median salary.

Top Colleges	Tuition Fee	Median Salary
Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences Placements	INR 1.67 Lacs - INR 9.15 lakh	INR 2.73 LPA  - 36 LPA
Manipal Academy of Higher Education Placements	INR 1.68 Lacs - INR 8.48 lakh	INR 10.05 LPA
Srinivas University Placements	INR 10.04 Lacs - INR 11.64 lakh	INR 10 LPA
Global College of Nursing Placements	INR 2.59 Lacs - INR 3.25 lakh	INR 9.2 LPA
St. John's National Academy of Health Sciences Placements	INR 1.92 Lacs - INR 5.6 lakh	INR 3.8 LPA

 

Yes, some private colleges give direct admission just based on Class 12 marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. This helps students who didn't take or didn't clear NEET or KCET. But these colleges may charge higher fees than exam-based ones. Always check the college's recognition and accreditation before joining. Direct admission doesn't mean lower quality, but you should still do proper research.

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.

Srinivas University - Bangalore Campus admissions are merit and entrance-based. The university conducts SUAT for admission. Aspirants with national or state-level university Management entrance exam scores can also apply for MBA. Once selected, aspirants have to come for document verification and fee payment.

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.

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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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.

The last date for admissions in Akash group of institutions shows variations according to the course chosen. The last date also varies slightly from year to year. 

For nursing, the last date was around the last two weeks of April month in 2023 and 2024.

The last date also varies on the basis of the conduct of the entrance exams for required courses.

Krupanidhi College of Nursing Bangalore offers programmes with an affordable fee structure. The College offers three programmes at Diploma, UG and PG level. All the courses are recognised by the Government of Karnataka, Karnataka Nursing Council, Indian Nursing Council and Karnataka State Diploma in Nursing Education Board. Students can take a look below at the Krupanidhi College of Nursing fee structure:

Course	Total Tuition Fee
BSc in Nursing	INR 2.49 L
MSc in Nursing	INR 74,000
Diploma in GNM	-

Bangalore's Yenepoya University provides 71 courses at an average annual cost of INR 1,30,000. It is possible to pay the fee structure in installments and it is flexible. The following is a breakdown of fees:

• Tuition fee -  INR 3.55 lakhs.
• Security Deposit - INR 50,000
• Development Fee - INR 10,000

Numerous undergraduate and graduate courses in a variety of subjects, including business, computer applications, hotel management, medicine, paramedicine, certification, degree, and diploma, are available at the institution. Courses in aviation, commerce, computer applications, hotel management, and medicine are available at various levels, including BHA, BBA, B.Com, BCA, BCA BOT, and B.P.T. 

Mysore Medical College And Research Institute is a well-known institution for GNM, B.Sc, PG Diploma, M.Ch, MBBS, MD, MS courses, and these programs are delivered by highly experienced faculty. Mysore Medical College And Research Institute has course specializations in General Nursing & Midwifery, Anaesthesia, Dermatology, ENT, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Radiology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Respiratory Care Technology, Plastic Surgery, Biochemistry, General Medicine, Microbiology, Pediatrics, Pathology, Physiology, Psychiatry, Community Medicine, Anatomy, General Surgery.

MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences is one of the eminent institute. The university has been ranked by many eminent ranking bodies such as QS World Rankings, NIRF, Outlook, India Times, etc. Below metioned are the MSRUAS rankings: 

Ranking Body	Rankings
QS World Ranking 2026 under Asian University Rankings- Southern Asia	362
QS World Ranking 2026 under Asian University Rankings	1101-1200
India Today 2025 under Hospitality Management	20
India Today 2025 under Accounting & Commerce	77
NIRF 2025 under Dental	22
NIRF 2025 under Architecture	31
NIRF 2025 under Medical	50
NIRF 2025 under Pharmacy	56
NIRF 2025 under Engineering	75
NIRF 2025 under Science	128

The PES University average package secured by batch 2026 stood at INR 14.83 LPA. Median salary offered was INR 12 LPA.

NIMHANS Bangalore is famous for its popular programmes which are MD & DM. MD & DM students are today working in top organisations, hospitals, etc. Some of them have even started their own clinical practice. Some of the alumni are today working as doctors in the NIMHANS Bangalore attached hospital. 

NIMHANS Medical College Bangalore conducts workshops like the 9th National Workshop on Research Methodology in Psychosocial Issues.