B.Sc Nursing
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Undergraduate program preparing students for professional nursing practice.
- Duration
- 4 years
- Entry after
- Class 12
- Entrance exam
- 2 routes
- Study mode
- OnCampus
- Licence
- MANDATORY: registration with the State Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse / ANM
About this course
Course overview
Who should consider this course?
Eligibility and admission
Reality check
Next steps
Where this can lead
Where people work.
- Government and corporate hospitals (AIIMS, Apollo, Fortis)
- ICUs and specialty units
- Community health programmes
- Nursing colleges
- Overseas healthcare (UK, Ireland, Gulf, Canada, Germany)
- Armed Forces Nursing Service
What you can study next.
- M.Sc Nursing
- Post Basic specialisation
- Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care
- Ph.D
- Overseas licensure (NCLEX, OET, IELTS)
Who can apply
1 route into this course.
| Qualification | Stream | Minimum | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 12 | Science - PCB | — | Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English are commonly specified; exact rules vary by regulator and institution. |
Percentages are indicative. Individual universities set their own cut-offs, and reserved-category relaxations differ by state and institution.
Entrance exams for this course
An exam mapping does not mean every college accepts that exam. Check the current institution and examination notification before you apply.
Careers this course leads to
10 routes mapped from this qualification.
A course supports eligibility and preparation. It never guarantees a particular job.
Before and after this course
Courses that lead here
What you can study next
Common questions
Who is eligible for B.Sc Nursing?
Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English are commonly specified; exact rules vary by regulator and institution. Verify the current institution and admission notification.
What is B.Sc Nursing?
Undergraduate program preparing students for professional nursing practice.
Who should consider B.Sc Nursing?
Suits students interested in direct patient care, clinical teamwork, observation and responsibility across varied health settings.
What is the duration of B.Sc Nursing?
The typical course duration is 48 months. Institution schedules and mandatory training may affect the completion date.
What should parents verify before choosing B.Sc Nursing?
Recognition, syllabus, faculty, facilities, practical training, total cost, progression, refund rules and credible outcome evidence.
How should I decide whether B.Sc Nursing is right for me?
Compare the eligibility, subjects, cost, duration and career outcomes of B.Sc Nursing with your interests and strengths. Verify current details from official institutions before making an admission decision.
Does B.Sc Nursing guarantee a job?
No course guarantees employment. Outcomes depend on recognised education, practical ability, communication, location, employer demand and continued learning.
Who can apply for B.Sc Nursing?
12th pass with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English, minimum 45-50%. Admission is through NEET UG (for AIIMS/JIPMER and some states), state nursing entrance, CUET UG, institute tests.
How long does B.Sc Nursing take?
4 years. Full-time only. UGC does not permit this programme in distance or online mode, as it requires laboratory, clinical or studio training.
What does B.Sc Nursing cost?
Govt: about 20,000 - 1,50,000 total; Private: about 2,00,000 - 10,00,000 total. These are indicative ranges, not quotes. Confirm the current fee with the institution.
What can I study after B.Sc Nursing?
M.Sc Nursing, Post Basic specialisation, Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care, Ph.D, Overseas licensure (NCLEX, OET, IELTS).
Does B.Sc Nursing need a licence or registration to practise?
MANDATORY: registration with the State Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse / ANM.
Turn this into a decision you can defend
Compare the route, follow where it actually leads, and keep one alternative in view before you apply.