Nursing Colleges in West Bengal - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026, Cutoff, Placements

Hi, Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research is the top ranked Nursing college in West Bengal according to NIRF ranking 2024 under the Medical category.

Hi, it can be observed that pursuing Nursing in West Bengal can either be quite expensive or inexpensive as most of the colleges have an average tuition fee of INR 1 Lacs and or INR 5 lakh. You can go for these Nursing colleges according to their fee range:

Fee Range	No. of Colleges	College Name
< INR 1 lakh	10+	Aliah University, Maa Sarada College of Nursing, Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research, Bankura Sammilani Medical College, etc.
INR 1-2 lakh	7	Sister Nivedita University, Ramakrishna Mission Seva Prathishthan, International Institute of Nursing and Research, etc.
INR 2-3 lakh	4	Charnock Healthcare Institute, GIMT, National Correspondence College, Edugree, etc.
INR 3-5 lakh	10+	The Neotia University, Charnock Healthcare Institute, Priyamvada Birla Institute of Nursing, etc.
> INR 5 lakh	10+	Sister Nivedita University, The Neotia University, Charnock Healthcare Institute, etc.

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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.

Sister Nivedita University considers Class 12 score for UG and graduation for PG programmes. The minimum aggregate required for admission varies course-wise. The aggregate is 50% - 60% for most of the programmes. Hence, aspirants with 70% can get admission provided they also fulfil the selection requirements. 

Hi, refer below for the top course levels offered by Nursing colleges in West Bengal:

Course Levels	No. of Colleges
GNM	230+
BSc	150+
MSc	30+
UG Diploma	20+
BSc (Post Basic)	20+

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There are multiple forms of nursing, and if you want to become a Nurse in one of the many sectors, you will just need particular certifications, some of which you may earn by studying a variety of vital subjects. The following are examples:

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Physics

• Applied Science

• Health and Social Care

• Psychology

• Sociology

• Physical Education

Three most popular nursing programs after class 10+2 are B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science) Nursing, Psychiatry and Mental Health Nursing, and GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) Nursing.

Bachelor of Science Nursing graduates, like Auxiliary Nurse and Midwife ANM and General Nursing and Midwifery GNM graduates, are in high demand in both public and private sectors.

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.

Admission to Techno India University is based on entrance exam scores. Candidates need to secure the required score/rank in the entrance exams based on their course choice. Students can opt to appear for WBJEE/ TNJEE/ JEE Main for BTech, CLAT for BA LLB (Hons) and CAT/ MAT/ GMAT for MBA. Apart from this, other entrance exams one can appear for admission to Techno India University courses include NATA, JELET, TNJEE, NET, CUET, etc.

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.

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.

Maa Sarada College of Nursing provide good facilities all around the campus such as Auditorium, Boys Hostel, Cafeteria, Girls Hostel, Gym, Hospital / Medical Facilities, Hostel, Labs, Library, Sports Complex, Wi-Fi Campus.

AIIMS Kalyani courses are offered on the basis of merit and entrance. The Institute offers respective courses at the UG and PG level in full-time mode. The fee structure of the respective courses includea total tuition fees ranging from INR 1.4K to INR 6.1K. To learn more about the courses and fees, candidates must visit the official website of the Institute.

The overall seats available across all courses offered by Apollo Gleneagles Nursing College, Kolkata is up to 45. Good thing to know is that Apollo Gleneagles Nursing College, Kolkata has courses which are approved by prominent Government bodies like INC.

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.

Calcutta National Medical College, Kolkata has been rated 4.3 for faculty as per reviews by students. This represents that Institute has decent, qualified and experienced faculty members.

Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research has been rated 4.7 for faculty as per reviews by students. This represents that Institute has decent, qualified and experienced faculty members.

Priyamvada Birla Institute of Nursing offers courses such as UG Diploma, B.Sc, M.Sc, B.Sc. (Post Basic). The courses are available in full-time mode. Priyamvada Birla Institute of Nursing has specializations such as General Nursing & Midwifery, Medical Surgical Nursing.

Charnock Healthcare Institute provides programmes including M.Sc, UG Diploma, B.Sc. in streams such as Nursing, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Community Medicine Nursing, Obstetrics & Gynaecology Nursing, General Nursing & Midwifery, Medical Surgical Nursing.

Burdwan Medical College has been rated 4.2 on Infrastructure parameter. Burdwan Medical College has also been rated 4.7 for Campuslife.

The Neotia University course admission is subject to clearance of the preset eligibility. The Neotia University Kolkata application process is conducted in both online and offline modes. Candidates can check the list of documents required for admission at TNU Kolkata below:

• Marksheet of Class 10 & 12
• Admit Card of Class 10 & 12
• School Leaving/ Migration/ TC (original)
• Income Certificate of the family from an A1 Gazetted Officer (For those seeking to apply for scholarships)
• Address Proof of the students from the A1 Gazetted Officer
• Passport-sized Color Photographs
• A valid passport of the student (for MRE & BNS applicants)
• Medical Fitness Certificate from a DG Shipping-approved doctor (for MRE & BNS applicants)
• CET Rank document of the current year (for MRE & BNS applicants)

Gouri Devi Nursing Academy has been rated 4 for faculty as per reviews by students. This shows that Institute has qualified and experienced faculty members.

The three-year B.Sc. in Dietetics and Nutrition programme is offered at the NSHM Institute of Health Sciences in Durgapur. A one-time entrance fee of INR 50,000 is added to the entire tuition charge of INR 2.38 Lacs making the total cost 2.88 lakh. This fee schedule is the less expensive than that of comparable programs in India. For example the cost of B.Sc courses at other institutions might range from IR 2.25 Lacs to 4.24 lakh. Evaluating affordability depends on individual financial circumstances. Prospective students should be consider programme quality faculty expertise, infrastructure and placement opportunities alongside tuition fees. Exploring scholarship options and financial aid further alleviate expenses.

College of Medicine and Sagore Dutta Hospital has received an impressive review rating of 4.67 on Placements based on 4 feedback of verified Shiksha students.

Yes, Aliah University Kolkata is a UGC, AICTE,  & NCTE approved university. Hence, it has to follow the rules that are established by the UGC (University Grants Commission). 

The fee bracket for programs offerred by the KPC Medical College and Hospital is approximately INR 1725000 - INR 5025000.

Medical College, Kolkata is considered one of the best colleges for MBBS in West Bengal and probably the best in Eastern India, with a rich legacy of 188 years, making it the oldest college in Asia. The college has good placements and a hostel facility. According to student reviews, it is a very good college for MBBS. Admission to the MBBS course is based on the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test ranking, and the duration of the course is 4.5 years plus one year of compulsory rotating medical internship