Which is the best Nursing colleges in Mangalore?

As per the popularity basis by shiksha.com, check the table below for some of the top Nursing colleges in Mangalore with their tuition fees - Top Colleges Tuition Fee Srinivas University INR 10.04 Lacs - INR 11.64 lakh Yenepoya (Deemed to be university) INR 96,000 - INR 12.15 lakh Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences INR 1.47 Lacs - INR 7.75 lakh Fr. Muller's College of Nursing INR 99,490 - INR 2.28 lakh Kanachur College of Nursing Sciences INR 5.15 lakh NOTE: The above info. has been taken from the college's official website and may vary in the future.

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.

Is NEET compulsory for nursing admission in Mangalore?

Yes, NEET is now mandatory for B.Sc Nursing admissions across India, including Mangalore. Candidates who are willing to get admission to B.Sc Nursing should appear for the NEET examination. After NEET, government seats and private college seats are filled through Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) counselling. So if you want a government quota seat or even a management quota seat in most private colleges, your NEET score matters a lot. The higher your NEET score, the better the college you can get. Students who score well in NEET have a much stronger chance of getting into top colleges like Father Muller or Yenepoya.

How many nursing colleges are there in Mangalore?

There are about 40+ Nursing colleges in Mangalore, of these, 30 are private colleges, 3 are semi-government colleges, and government institutions own only 1 Nursing college. KCET and NEET are some of the most accepting entrance exams in Mangalore Nursing colleges . Some of the top colleges include Srinivas University, Yenepoya (Deemed to be university), Alva's College of Nursing, Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, etc.

What is the difference between B.Sc Nursing and GNM? Which is better?

This is one of the most common questions students ask and the answer is simple. B.Sc Nursing will be a 4 year degree programme after 6-month internship, and GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) will be a 3 year Diploma after 6-month internship. B.Sc Nursing is with you for government gazetted officer post, nursing educator, M.Sc Nursing and higher studies and it is embraced by most of the international licensing agencies. For your long-term career growth and abroad options, you should opt for B.Sc Nursing. GNM is good if you want to go to work right away; however if you have any possibilities of going abroad or climbing the career ladder, B.Sc Nursing is a better option.

Do nursing colleges in Mangalore have hostel facilities?

Yes, most reputed nursing colleges in Mangalore provide hostel facilities for outstation students. Laxmi Memorial College of Nursing has 3 hostels that are well designed for comfortable living, with first-year students being provided accommodation. Similarly, Father Muller College of Nursing , Yenepoya College of Nursing, and A.J. Institute of Nursing Sciences all have hostel facilities for students. For girl students especially, these hostels are supervised with wardens and security. If you are coming from outside Mangalore, it is always a good idea to confirm hostel availability and fees at the time of admission so there are no last-minute surprises.

What are the chances of getting a government nursing college seat in Mangalore?

The chances are limited but not impossible if you prepare well. There is only 1 government nursing college in Mangalore, which is the Mangalore College of Nursing. The intake for B.Sc Nursing at this government nursing college is 60 students per year. Since there are only 60 seats and Lacs of students appear for NEET in Karnataka, the competition for government seats is very high. To improve your chances, you need a good NEET score and a good rank in the KEA counselling. SC/ST students have relaxed cutoffs. If you miss the government seat, many private colleges in Mangalore offer good value for money with strong training and placement support.

Is it necessary to check INC approval before joining a nursing college in Mangalore?

It is very important and should never be ignored. Before taking admission, check for nursing schools INC approval. INC refers to Indian Nursing Council, which is a national regulatory body for nursing education in India. Nursing colleges not approved by INC will make your degree invalid. Therefore, you cannot register with the Karnataka State Nursing Council - otherwise you can't work as nurse in India or take exams abroad. It is recommended to check for INC acceptance from official INC website itself without paying any money or signing any document with the nursing school.

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

Mangalore is home to about more than 40+ finest nursing colleges in South India, offering programmes like B.Sc Nursing, GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery), M.Sc Nursing, and Post Basic B.Sc Nursing. Mangalore has several excellent nursing colleges like Srinivas University, Yenepoya (Deemed to be university), Alva's College of Nursing, Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, and many others. Most of them are affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS). Admission to B.Sc Nursing in Mangalore, like the rest of Karnataka, is mostly done through centralized counselling based on NEET scores. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts the counselling for government seats and seats under the management quota in private colleges.

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Best Nursing Colleges in Mangalore: Known facts 2026
Eligibility Criteria for Admissions to Mangalo

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Best Nursing Colleges in Mangalore: Known facts 2026
Eligibility Criteria for Admissions to Mangalore Nursing Colleges 2026
Entrance Exams Accepted in Mangalore Nursing Colleges 2026
Best Private Nursing Colleges in Mangalore
ROI of the Top Private Nursing Colleges in Mangalore
Affordable Private Nursing Colleges in Mangalore
Best Government Nursing Colleges in Mangalore

Best Nursing Colleges in Mangalore: Known facts 2026

The amount of fees for nursing colleges in Mangalore varies from college to college. Nursing colleges are more or less categorized into government college, private nursing college and deemed universities. All the affiliated RGUHS academic bodies should comply with the fee structure set and approved by the Fee Regulatory Committee of the Karnataka government. One of the biggest advantages of studying nursing in Mangalore is the career opportunities that follow. Nurses with a B.Sc or M.Sc degree from recognized Mangalore institutions are in high demand both in India and internationally. Here is the table below showing the key highlights of the Mangalore Nursing colleges including all important info. –

Parameters	Statistics
Total no. of Nursing colleges in Mangalore	40+ colleges
Top Nursing institutes in Mangalore	Srinivas University, Yenepoya (Deemed to be university), Alva's College of Nursing, Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, etc.
Fee range of top colleges	~ INR 96,000 – INR 12 lakh
Top Nursing specialisations offered	GNM, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatric Nursing, Medical Surgical Nursing, etc.
Accepted entrance exams	KCET, NEET, etc.

Eligibility Criteria for Admissions to Mangalore Nursing Colleges 2026

Check the below eligibility criteria before taking admission to Mangalore Nursing colleges -

Candidates must complete their Class 12 boards with a minimum aggregate of 45% marks in PCB combined. (Certain premium or private institutions like Nitte University require 50% to 60% aggregate marks).
They must be at least 17 years old on or before December 31, 2026.
Students must clear certain entrance exams for admission like KCET, NEET, etc.

Entrance Exams Accepted in Mangalore Nursing Colleges 2026

Tabulated below are some of the most accepting entrance exams in the top Nursing colleges in Mangalore with their schedule exam college predictor –

Exam	Exam Schedule	Exam College Predictor
KCET Exam	KCET Schedule	KCET College Predictor
NEET Exam	NEET Schedule	NEET College Predictor

Best Private Nursing Colleges in Mangalore

Official fee structure figures suggest a wide variation in price, from very low-cost courses at institutions such as Father Muller and Yenepoya University below INR 1 lakh to very high-cost long-term programs at Srinivas and Yenepoya at INR 11 lakh to 12 lakh Check this table for cost of some of the top private colleges -

Private Nursing Colleges	Tuition Fee
Srinivas University Nursing Courses	INR 10.04 lakh – INR 11.64 lakh
Yenepoya (Deemed to be university) Nursing Courses	INR 96,000 INR 12.15 lakh
Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences Nursing Courses	INR 1.47 lakh – INR 7.75 lakh
Muller's College of Nursing Nursing Courses	INR 99,490 – INR 2.28 lakh
Kanachur College of Nursing Sciences Nursing Courses	INR 5.15 lakh
Unity College of Nursing Courses	INR 1.4 lakh - INR 2 lakh
Shree Devi College of Nursing Nursing Courses	INR 2 lakh
New Mangala College of Nursing Courses	INR 1.65 lakh
Aaliyah College of Nursing Courses	INR 8.35 lakh
SCS College of Nursing Courses	INR 5.5 lakh

NOTE: Fees mentioned above have been fetched from the college official site and can change.

ROI of the Top Private Nursing Colleges in Mangalore

Before choosing any Nursing college, candidates should check the ROI of the particular college. Below is a table showing tuition fees and median salary of the top Nursing colleges in Mangalore.

Top Colleges	Tuition Fee	Median Salary
Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences Placements	INR 1.47 lakh - INR 7.75 lakh	INR 2.73 lakh - INR 36 lakh
Yenepoya (Deemed to be a university) Placements	INR 96,000 - INR 12.15 lakh	INR 4.8 LPA - INR 5 LPA
Srinivas University Placements	INR 10.04 lakh - INR 11.64 lakh	INR 10 LPA

NOTE: Fees and salary are from the college's official site and may vary.

Affordable Private Nursing Colleges in Mangalore

Check the table below for some of the top affordable private Nursing colleges in Mangalore along with their tuition fees -

Affordable Nursing Colleges	Tuition Fee
Yenepoya (Deemed to be university) Fees	INR 96,000 - INR 97,000
Fr. Muller's College of Nursing Fees	INR 99,490
Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences Fees	INR 1.47 lakh - INR 2 lakh
Unity College of Nursing Fees	INR 1.4 lakh - INR 2 lakh
New Mangala College of Nursing Fees	INR 1.65 lakh

Best Government Nursing Colleges in Mangalore

Here is the table below showing the only government Nursing colleges in Mangalore with their tuition fees -

Government Nursing Colleges	Tuition Fee
Srinivas Group of Colleges Nursing Courses	INR 3 lakh - INR 5 lakh

NOTE: Fees mentioned above have been fetched from the college official site and can change.

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Tejasvini Physiotherapy College

MangalorePvt

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4.0

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Dr. M.V. Shetty Group of Colleges

Mangalore

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Nethaji Institute of Nursing Sciences

MangalorePvt

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St. Ann's School of Nursing

Mangalore

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KLES Institute of Nursing Sciences

MangalorePvt

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Commonly asked questions
On Best Nursing Colleges in Mangalore: Fees, Admission 2026, Courses, Placements

Q: Which Medical fields offer the best work-life balance?

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.

Q: How many seats are available for various courses offered at Dr. M.V. Shetty Group of Colleges?

Courses offerred by Dr. M.V. Shetty Group of Colleges are approved by eminent Government bodies like INC. The combined seats available for courses offered at Dr. M.V. Shetty Group of Colleges goes up to 190.

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

Nethaji Institute of Nursing Sciences 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)	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).

Q: How can I get into St. Ann's School of Nursing for UG/PG courses? Am I eligible for admission?

St. Ann's School 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.
UG Diploma	Candidate must have passed 10+2 examination from a recognised board.

Q: What is the eligibility to get admission in KLES Institute of Nursing Sciences for UG/PG courses?

KLES Institute of Nursing Sciences 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.
UG Diploma	Candidate must have completed 10+2 from any recognised Board/Council.

City Institute of Nursing

MangalorePvt

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K Pandyarajah Ballal Nursing Institute

MangalorePPP

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K Pandyarajah Ballal Nursing Institute College of Nursing

MangalorePvt

Courses Offered

2 Courses

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KCET

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Indira College of Nursing

MangalorePvt

Courses Offered

3 Courses

3.9

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3.0

Milagres Degree College, Mangalore

MangalorePvt

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Commonly asked questions
On Best Nursing Colleges in Mangalore: Fees, Admission 2026, Courses, Placements

Q: What is the eligibility to get admission in K Pandyarajah Ballal Nursing Institute for UG/PG courses?

K Pandyarajah Ballal Nursing Institute 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.
UG Diploma	Candidate must have completed 10+2 from any recognised Board/Council.

Q: What is the eligibility to get admission in K Pandyarajah Ballal Nursing Institute College of Nursing for UG/PG courses?

K Pandyarajah Ballal Nursing Institute 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.

Q: Does Milagres Degree College, Mangalore has good and experienced faculty?

Milagres Degree College, Mangalore has a rating of 3.75 for the Faculty by students. This shows that the institute has qualified, and experienced faculty members.

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