B Sc Nursing

An undergraduate degree program called the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B Sc Nursing) is intended to train students for careers as registered nurses. Students who complete the four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing program receive a thorough education in nursing theory, clinical practice and healthcare sciences. A wide range of topics are covered in the program, such as nursing ethics, psychology, sociology, microbiology, pharmacology, anatomy and physiology. A crucial element of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing curriculum is the clinical practicum, which provides students with practical experience in diverse healthcare environments while being supervised by certified nurses and other healthcare experts.

BSc Nursing Overview

BSc Nursing is a UG course in Nursing stream which provides foundational knowledge in Nursing education. Candidates who want to become a Nurse can choose this course to learn patient care and take care of health emergencies.

If we talk about eligibility generally, candidates should pass Class 12 in PCB with passing marks. Some exam scores are also accepted like KCET, AP EAMCET, TS EAMCET, NEET, etc. Fees can range around INR 1 Lakh to INR 29 Lakh. But candidates should know that eligibility, exam required as well as fees can be different according to the colleges.

Popular colleges are Parul University, AIIMS Delhi, Armed Forces Medical College, Pt. Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, etc.

Jobs available for graduates are Staff Nurses, Nursing Service Administrators, Directors of Nursing, etc. Recruiters include Apollo Hospitals Enterprise, Fortis Healthcare, Medanta Medicity, etc.

BSc Nursing Details

Candidates can see below the detailed highlight of BSc Nursing below –

Particulars	BSc Nursing Course Details
BSc Nursing Full Form	Bachelor of Science in Nursing
B.Sc Nursing Course Level	Undergraduate
BSc Nursing Duration	4 years
BSc Nursing Course Fees	INR 1,000 – INR 29.4 Lakh
BSc Nursing Admission Criteria	Merit-Based/Entrance-Based
BSc Nursing Eligibility	Class 12 in the Science stream with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) subjects
BSc Nursing Entrance Exams	KCET, AIIMS, JENPAS UG, TS EAMCET, NEET, CUET, etc.
Popular BSc Nursing Colleges	Amity University, Parul University, Armed Forces Medical College, Galgotias University, GMCH Chandigarh, and SRM Medical College.
BSc Nursing Salary	INR 4.3 LPA
BSc Nursing Top Recruiters	Apollo Hospitals Enterprise, Fortis Healthcare, Medanta Medicity, Columbia Asia Hospital, Wockhardt Hospitals, Global Hospitals, Max Hospital, and Manipal Hospitals.
BSc Nursing Job Profiles	Staff Nurses, Nursing Service Administrators, Directors of Nursing, Department Supervisors, Nursing Supervisors, Nursing Superintendents, etc.

BSc Nursing Eligibility & Admission

Candidates should know that eligibility can be different according to the courses. This is why they should check it. Failure to fulfill the eligibility can lead to cancellation of candidature.

Candidates can see the general outline of the eligibility below –

Particulars	Eligibility
Qualifications	Class 12 from the Science stream with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology subjects, With a minimum of 50% aggregate score from a recognized board.
Age Limit	The minimum age for admission shall be 17 years on 31st December in the year of admission.
Physical Criteria	The candidate should be medically fit.

BSc Nursing Admission

Candidates can check a general overview of the BSc Nursing admission process below:

Make sure you meet the eligibility
Apply online by filling up the form
Take entrance exam
Wait for the merit list and result
If selected, attend the counselling session
Get the documents verified and pay the fee to secure the seat

BSc Nursing Exams

Even though most colleges in India consider Class 12 scores for admission to BSc Nursing courses but some also accept exam scores like KCET, NEET UG, CUET UG, etc.

Candidates can see details of these exams given below –

Exams	Exam Dates	Exam Schedule
KCET	23 Apr ‘ 26 – 24 Apr ‘ 26	KCET Exam Date
JENPAS UG	Oct ’26	JENPAS UG Exam Date
TS EAMCET	09 May ‘ 26 – 11 May ‘ 26 (Engineering)	TS EAMCET Exam Date
NEET UG	May ’26	NEET UG Exam Date
CUET UG	11 May ‘ 26 – 31 May ‘ 26	CUET UG Exam Date

BSc Nursing Syllabus

BSc Nursing is a 3-year UG course divided in 6 semesters. The Nursing curriculum is different according to the course levels, course types and even colleges. Every course is divided in semesters where the study expands and deeper after each semester passes.

Candidates can see semester wise BSc Nursing syllabus below –

BSc Nursing Subjects Year I
English	Anatomy
Physiology	Nutrition
Biochemistry	Nursing Foundations
Psychology	Microbiology
Introduction to computers	Regional Language
BSc Nursing Subjects Year II
Sociology	Pharmacology
Pathology	Genetics
Medical-Surgical Nursing	Community Health Nursing-I
BSc Nursing Subjects Year III
Medical Surgical Nursing – II	Pediatric Nursing
Mental Health Nursing	Nursing Research & Statistics
BSc Nursing Subjects Year IV
Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing	Community Health Nursing – II
Management of Nursing Services and Education	–

BSc Nursing Salary, Job Profiles, Career Scope & Top Recruiters

BSc Nursing course opens doors to a variety of opportunities. B.Sc Nursing graduates can begin their careers by working in a private/government hospital or as a tutor in a school, to mention a few options. Two-thirds of India’s workforce is in Nursing, according to the Healthy India Chronicle.

BSc Nursing Jobs

Candidates can see the job options they can choose from after completing BSc Nursing below –

BSc Nursing Jobs	BSc Nursing Salary
Staff Nurses	INR 2.9 LPA
Industrial Nurses	INR 3 LPA
Military Nurses	INR 6.5 LPA
Supervisors	INR 3.3 LPA
Psychiatric Nurses	INR 5 LPA

Note: The salary is been taken from Ambitionbox.com

BSc Nursing Recruiters

Here are some of the top recruiters that actively employ BSc Nursing graduates:

BSc Nursing Top Recruiters
Apollo Hospitals Enterprise	Fortis Healthcare
Medanta Medicity	Columbia Asia Hospital
Wockhardt Hospitals	Global Hospitals
Max Hospital	Manipal Hospital

BSc Nursing Top Colleges

College	Course Fee (INR)
AIIMS Delhi, New Delhi	1,685
Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh	5,850
Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore	25,955
Jawahar Lal Institute of Post Graduate Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry	11,410
Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS), Lucknow	79,800
Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi	2,381
Madras Medical College (MCC), Chennai	45,000
Dr DY Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune	1,00,000
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Techincal Sciences (SIMAT), Chennai	1,25,000
AIIMS Rishikesh, Rishikesh	1,735

BSc Nursing FAQs

1. What is B.Sc Nursing?

B.Sc Nursing (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) is a 4-year undergraduate medical course that prepares students for careers in healthcare and patient care.

2. What is the duration of the B.Sc Nursing course?

The course duration is 4 years, including academic study and clinical training.

3. What is the eligibility criteria for B.Sc Nursing?

Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) from a recognized board.
Most colleges require a minimum of 45%–50% marks.

4. Is NEET required for B.Sc Nursing admission?

NEET is required in some institutions, especially government colleges.
However, many private colleges conduct their own entrance exams or offer admission based on merit.

5. What is the average fee for B.Sc Nursing?

The average course fee ranges between ₹50,000 to ₹5 Lakhs per year, depending on the college.

6. What subjects are taught in B.Sc Nursing?

Major subjects include:

Anatomy
Physiology
Biochemistry
Community Health Nursing
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Child Health Nursing
Psychiatric Nursing

7. What is the salary after B.Sc Nursing?

Fresh graduates can earn around ₹2.5 LPA to ₹5 LPA.
With experience, salary can increase significantly, especially in private hospitals or abroad.

8. What are the career options after B.Sc Nursing?

Career roles include: