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B.Sc Nursing course

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

A four-year professional nursing degree with extensive hospital training.

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  • Level

    Undergraduate

  • Duration

    4 years

  • Entrance exams

    NEET UG +2 more

  • Stream

    Medical

About the course

What is B.Sc Nursing?

B.Sc Nursing combines nursing science, anatomy, physiology and community health with supervised clinical practice in hospitals.

Admission is through NEET UG in several states and institutes, through institute exams such as AIIMS, or through state nursing entrance tests. Graduates register as nurses with the state nursing council.

Who can apply

Eligibility & admission

Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English. Minimum marks and age requirements are set by the Indian Nursing Council and each institute.
  1. 1

    Check eligibility

    Make sure you meet the subject and marks requirements above for each college you shortlist.

  2. 2

    Take the entrance exam

    Register and appear for NEET UG, AIIMS B.Sc Nursing, State nursing entrance tests.

  3. 3

    Counselling & seat allotment

    Apply through central, state or college counselling with your score and preferences.

  4. 4

    Confirm your seat

    Report to the allotted college with your documents and pay the admission fee.

Choose your focus

Popular specialisations

  • Medical-Surgical Nursing
  • Paediatric Nursing
  • Community Health Nursing
  • Critical Care
  • Mental Health Nursing

After the course

Career options

  • Staff nurse
  • Nursing officer
  • Nurse educator
  • Community health nurse
  • M.Sc Nursing and higher studies

Got questions?

B.Sc Nursing FAQs

What is the duration of B.Sc Nursing?

B.Sc Nursing takes 4 years.

What is the eligibility for B.Sc Nursing?

Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English. Minimum marks and age requirements are set by the Indian Nursing Council and each institute.

Which entrance exams are accepted for B.Sc Nursing?

NEET UG, AIIMS B.Sc Nursing, State nursing entrance tests. Accepted exams vary by college — check each college's admission page.

What can I do after B.Sc Nursing?

Common paths include: Staff nurse, Nursing officer, Nurse educator, Community health nurse.

Where to study

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