Top Bsc Nursing Colleges in Bangalore

Nursing is one of the best career choices for students in the 21st century. It has a huge scope for job opportunities in India and abroad. 

Nursing has multiple advantages that include:

• Nursing is one of the most noble and respected professions in the world
• It is expected to grow faster than all other careers in the future years
• The variety of career opportunities and practice settings for Nurses is endless
• Nurses can earn a competitive salary
• They can work anywhere in the world
• Nurses can choose the same specializations as PG medical graduates
• Nursing ensures a future in promoting health, preventing disease, and helping patients cope with illness and sickness

Currently, Nursing professionals cannot have their own clinic in India. However, they may soon be allowed to own and run autonomous nursing clinics in India. This new initiative will allow Nurse Practitioners and registered post graduate Nurses to prescribe medicines, conduct primary care, and carry out  invasive medical procedures in the presence of senior doctors.

BSc Nursing course is a popular professional course and the most popular course among students and parents in India. The basic eligibility for the course is 45% aggregate in 10+2 (or equivalent education board) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology subjects.

The course is for students:

• Who wish to pursue their career as Nurses and who are interested in serving people and taking care of them
• Who have aptitude in Science subjects 
• Students who have a strong need to help and serve other people
• Students who have empathy, patience, kindness, gentleness, and understanding

After successfully completing BSc Nursing, there are plenty of job opportunities in India and abroad in the Healthcare sector. Nursing graduates can also study further or find employment opportunities in government and private organisations in the areas of Nursing, Hospital Administration, Community Care, and Healthcare. Future prospects include:

If the candidate wants to go for higher studies, they can study:

• MSc Nursing with choice of specializations
• Master of Public Health (MPH)
• MBA Healthcare Analytics
• MBA Hospital Administration

Candidates can also start working in the medical industry as:

• Nursing Supervisor
• Nursing Assistant
• Nursing Instructor
• Nursing Advisor
• Staff Nurse
• Nursing Superintendent
• Home Care Nurse

The minimum eligibility for joining BSc Nursing is 45% aggregate in 10+2 (or equivalent education board) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as the one of the subjects from a recognized Board.

The candidates who want to pursue BSc Nursing should have completed 17 years of age on the date of admission and they cannot be above 35 years of age according to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS).

Both BSc Nursing and General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) courses are important components of Nursing education and produce competent and efficient Nurses. Even though they are similar, they are both distinct in many ways. Students can join either BSc Nursing or General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) course according to the eligibility of the course. If the student has not studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in 10+2 (or equivalent education Board), they can choose GNM course; and if the student has secured 45% aggregate in 10+2 (or equivalent education board) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology in 10+2 (or equivalent education Board), they can choose BSc Nursing course.

BSc Nursing is a four-year undergraduate degree in Healthcare. BSc Nursing graduates will be trained on aspects such as assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient  care. The course has a very wide scope and provides more practical exposure. 

GNM is a three-year diploma course in Healthcare. The GNM students are given training on various aspects like emergency response, compassion, individual care and many more. The course can be completed comparatively earlier.

No, it is not possible to directly do or go for Lateral Entry for an MBBS course soon after a BSc Nursing course. However, some state governments, especially the Government of Kerala, have reserved seats for Nurses to do MBBS courses. 

Students who want to start the MBBS course, must start from the first year based on their 12th Physics, Chemistry, and Biology marks and qualification in NEET Examination. BSc Nursing graduates who want to join MBBS, are eligible on the basis of 12th class marks. The eligibility criteria in this situation: 

• Minimum 50% aggregate in 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology subjects from a recognized University
• The candidates should have completed 17 years of age
• Qualification and eligibility in NEET Examination

Both are Undergraduate Nursing programmes giving the same value.

No, NEET examination is not compulsory to get admission in BSc Nursing course. The minimum eligibility for BSc Nursing is 45% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as one of the subjects in 10+2 or equivalent education. However, different colleges and universities conduct their own separate entrance examinations for BSc Nursing admission.

The fee structure for BSc Nursing in Karnataka is:

• Approximately between Rs. 25,000 to Rs.  50,000 per year for Merit Quota
• Approximately between Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 80,000 per year for Management Quota

No, BSc Nursing is not a female-oriented course. Male candidates can also apply for  BSc Nursing as long as they fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria as per University rules and guidelines. Most of the health industries and hospitals in India and abroad give equal importance to both female and male BSc Nursing candidates.

The minimum qualification required for Nursing courses:

• Minimum 45% aggregate in 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology subjects from a recognized Board
• The candidates should have completed 17 years of age on the date of admission
• The candidates cannot be above 35 years of age

The admission process in Government and private colleges and universities for BSc Nursing in Bangalore is of two types:

• Merit Admission - Candidates seeking admission to nursing colleges affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) can undergo the counselling conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) through Karnataka CET Exam (KCET).
• Management Admission - Students looking for Management seats can go for Direct Admission

No, a student with a background in Arts is not eligible for BSc Nursing admission in India since the minimum eligibility criteria is 45% aggregate in Science subjects such as  Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB), which are not covered in Arts courses. If Arts students are interested in Nursing, they can take up a GNM course.

No, a student with a background in Commerce is not eligible for BSc Nursing admission in India since the minimum eligibility criteria is 45% aggregate in Science subjects such as  Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB), which are not covered in Commerce courses. If Commerce students are interested in Nursing, they can take up a GNM course.

There is no restriction for male students to apply for BSc Nursing as long as they fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria as per University rules and guidelines.

Nursing is not restricted to female candidates. A career in Nursing holds many advantages for men such as:

• It is a solid career choice
• Provides highly diverse patient care environments
• Strength and stamina is sometimes required for patients who refuse medical assistance and care
• Ensures career stability
• Promises a competitive salary

BSc Nursing is a professionally directed and oriented course that has plenty of scope for further education, specialization, and job opportunities. 

Several job opportunities are available in the government and private sector in areas like:

• General Hospitals
• Super-specialty Hospitals
• Patient Care Clinics
• Community Care
• Private Practices
• Rehabilitation Centres
• Home Nursing Care Units
• Homes for the Aged
• Emergency Centres
• NGOs
• Corporate Companies and MNCs
• CROs
• Other healthcare domains

Further studies that can be pursued after BSc Nursing:

• Master of Science (MSc) Nursing with different choices of specializations
• Master of Public Health (MPH)
• MBA Healthcare Analytics
• MBA Hospital Administration

Job roles and career opportunities after BSc Nursing:

• Nursing Supervisor
• Nursing Assistant
• Nursing Instructor
• Nursing Advisor
• Staff Nurse
• Nursing Superintendent
• Home Care Nurse

The average salary of a BSc Nursing graduate practicing as a Nurse in a Government hospital in India is approximately Rs. 25,000 onwards. 

This salary amount varies based on different criteria:

• Certifications and Skills
• Work experience
• Grade and Position
• Multiple areas of speciality and practice on different age groups
• Country where the person is practicing
• Number of hours of work (in foreign countries)

There is huge demand for BSc Nursing graduates in countries like the Middle East, Germany, Italy, UK, and USA. These countries prefer Nurses specifically from India.

This is because:

• Indian culture is simple and traditional
• Graduates are smart, intelligent, and can find quick solutions to problems
• Indian graduates are responsible
• Exposure to diverse working environments in hospitals and clinics in India
• Their academic record and interest to develop skills ensure that they get a very good income
• Indian graduates are not interested in wasting valuable time
• They are willing to go the extra mile and work even on the weekends and during vacations for the sake of their patients
• Indian graduates are fast learners and grasp techniques and procedures quickly
• Indian graduates are capable of completing excess work in less amount of time because of their hard work and determination

Indian BSc Nursing graduates prefer to work in countries abroad because:

• The work ratio of Nurses per patient is regulated and does not cause overworking
• The working hours are more humane and regulated, especially in Europe and Middle East
• Individuals are appreciated and respected for their profession
• Foreign countries have very good infrastructure and healthcare systems
• Foreign countries have comparatively less crime rate
• Nurses get better pay as per international market standards
• Exposure to new cultures and lifestyle

Students should be very careful while selecting the institutes for their BSc Nursing Course. The students should follow a checklist before choosing any institute for their studies.

Some of the tips that the students should follow before selecting the colleges or university are:

• Check for Accreditations and Recognitions of the educational institutes - The students should initially check for the mandatory accreditations, affiliations and recognitions of the colleges. The Nursing colleges in Karnataka should be approved by the Government of Karnataka and recognized by the Karnataka Nursing Council. The students should be aware that many colleges are not giving accurate information on their websites. Additional recognitions include NAAC accreditation for reputed colleges. The students should cross verify the same from various sources both online and offline.

• Check for the Reputation of the educational institutes - The students should check the reputation and public reviews of the Nursing college. The recognition, awards, infrastructure, facilities, current student and graduated student’s reviews, and national reputation of the college should be checked and verified.

• Check for Placement Statistics of previous years - The colleges are usually associated with a medical hospital. Placements are provided in these hospitals. It is important to check if these hospitals are certified and accredited for hygiene and quality.

• Patient Flow of the Hospital - The colleges are usually associated with a medical hospital. The students should choose colleges with increased number of patients or high Patient Flow. This reveals the efficiency and reliability of the hospital.

• Previous year’s passing percentage - The students should look for the passing percentage of the previous years of the colleges and universities genuinely from the multiple sources available at both offline and online modes. The students should not blindly trust the information provided on the websites. This is because there are few colleges in Bangalore that provide wrong information about their previous years passing percentages. The students should be aware of such high-level marketing techniques.

• Prepare a list of colleges and universities - The students should prepare the list of the Indian Nursing Council or Karnataka State Nursing Council- approved colleges and universities that offer courses according to their budget. The students are advised to contact the counsellors and educational experts at Galaxy Educational Services with the list of the colleges and universities. Our educational counsellors will give detailed information about the educational institutes according to the budget of the students. The students should make use of the given information and choose their colleges or universities under the guidance of the experts.

• Contact Educational Advisors - The students can contact Galaxy Educational Services with the list of the colleges and universities made by them. The Counsellors are educational experts and give guidance to the students and help them to choose the relevant college or university that is well within their budgets. The students can get detailed information from the educational advisories, about the top colleges and top universities of Bangalore based on research-oriented surveys and studies conducted by experts.

There are many online websites that give ratings and rankings of nursing colleges and universities in Bangalore. The fact is that students cannot blindly trust the website ranking and reviews available online. For genuine ranking and reviews, students must go through the government authorized website of the nursing colleges and universities.

The shocking thing is that many educational institutes in Bangalore are influencing these online web portals by paying them additional amounts to give them high ratings and reviews, and also making them provide fake reviews and higher ratings. The students should not believe these ratings and reviews of third party websites through paid promotional and marketing activities for the colleges. So, students should be aware that some of the information that is given by these websites are irrelevant and inaccurate.

Students should always refer to the government registered body’s websites for actual rankings and ratings of the colleges. It is important to check if the college is registered with INC. The top educational institutions in India are NAAC accredited. These are important criteria to be verified.

Galaxy Educational Services is an ISO 9001 2008 certified government registered educational centre with 16 years of experience in the education sector. The rankings and ratings provided by them is actual and transparent as the information given by them is based on the direct research conducted by academic experts. The students can get the proper guidance about the actual rankings and ratings of the educational institutes from the dedicated research team of the Galaxy Educational Services. The students will be able to get authentic information of college comparison, fees structure, infrastructure, and updated information of the colleges and universities of Bangalore.

Before finalizing a college for Bsc Nursing in Bangalore, it is better to follow the below points:

• Check whether your marks match with the college eligibility criteria like academic performance, final percentage, etc. and the college admission requirements 
• Finalize the budget and check if the college fee structure is suitable for your decided budget
• Review the college infrastructure and campus facilities from multiple reliable sources
• Research about the authenticity of the information provided by the institutions like college placement history, popular recruiters, campus placement records, and average CTC offered to students. It has been observed lately that most of the colleges are passing wrong information
• Check which are the additional facilities offered by the colleges like subject-oriented research, internships, dissertation opportunities, and extracurricular activities by not only consulting the college management, but also by doing your own research through multiple sources

It is simple to avail bank loan facilities for  BSc Nursing studies. Bank loan provides financial assistance by covering the costs of course fees and hostel  expenses. To avail bank loans for BSc Nursing, candidates must provide supporting documentation and the proof of expenditure (fee structure of the course) provided by the college administration.

Steps involved:

• Apply for education loan in the bank
• Submit the supporting documents and the proof of expenditure (fee structure of the course) provided by the college
• Submit income and KYC documents
• The bank will check the authenticity of the college
• Wait for bank verification and sanction
• Collect the proof of transfer of fees from the bank  to the college

There are many colleges in Bangalore that offer BSc Nursing courses. The colleges are affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science (RGUHS) and approved by the Karnataka State Nursing Council.

Some of the best BSc Nursing colleges in Bangalore are:

• MS Ramaiah Medical College
• Kempegowda Institute of Medical Science (KIMS)
• Vydehi Medical College 
• Rajarajeswari Medical College
• BGS Global Institute of Medical Sciences
• East Point College of Medical Sciences and Research Center
• Dayananda Sagar University (DSU)

There are many job vacancies in different government sectors and government hospitals in India. Students can approach the government hospitals or sectors for the vacancies and apply for the job. Graduates can apply to the the following job profiles in the government sector:

• Military Nursing Services - complete your graduation or diploma from any recognized university with first class or at least 60% marks. Age should be in between 18 to 24 years.

You can also join the army by appearing for the CDS exam. This exam is conducted by the UPSC twice in a year.

• Central Railway Staff Nurse - visit the official website of Central Railways, cr.indianrailways.gov.in. Search for the Recruitment tab, click on Central Railway Notification and refer to all the details. Download the Application Form and fill all the required details. Attend the Interview along with Application Form on given dates
• CRPF Staff Nurse - visit the Central Reserve Police Force official website, search for the SI/Inspector/Nurse/Constable notification, click on Apply Online, and select the Post and enter all mandatory fields in the Application Form. Upload the required documents and pay the application fee. View your entered details and Submit the Application Form before the last date
• CMHO Durg Staff Nurse - visit the official website CMHO, download the Application Form and fill all the required details. Submit the Application Form along with self attested copies of educational qualification, experience, age proof, and other relevant documents.
• KPSC Staff Nurse -  visit the official website KPSC, click on Online Application for various posts, click on New User/Register Here. After registration, log in with the Reg No. and Password. Fill the details in the Application Form. Upload the scanned photo, signature and other documents. Pay the Application Fee and submit the online application.
• Staff/Assistant Nurse in Government Medical Colleges and many more.

There are many colleges in Bangalore that offer Nursing courses. The colleges providing Diploma in Nursing programmes are affiliated to Karnataka State Diploma Nursing Examination Board. The Nursing Degree courses are affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science. Some of the deemed or private universities are approved by the Karnataka State Nursing Council.

The syllabus for Diploma programme follows the Karnataka State Nursing Council syllabus and the colleges affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) usually follow the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) syllabus.

Some of the best Nursing colleges in Bangalore are:

• MS Ramaiah Medical College
• Kempegowda Institute of Medical Science (KIMS)
• Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre
• Rajarajeswari Medical College
• BGS Global Institute of Medical Sciences
• East Point College of Medical Sciences and Research Center 
• Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre
• Dayananda Sagar University (DSU)
• Acharya Institute of Nursing

For the Nursing colleges in Bangalore:

• Diploma in Nursing programmes should be affiliated to the Karnataka State Diploma Nursing Examination Board and approved by the Karnataka State Nursing Council 
• Graduation programmes should be affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science and approved by the Karnataka State Nursing Council
• Nursing programmes in Deemed or Private Universities should be approved by the Karnataka State Nursing Council or Indian Nursing Council.

Students who complete their  BSc Nursing course can pursue Graduate courses for higher studies in the field of Nursing:

• They can take admission in MSc Nursing which is a Postgraduate Programme of 2 years duration and choose their own specialization
• They can take up other Post Graduation courses like MBA in Healthcare and Hospital Administration 

Studying Nursing in a Medical college is always preferred by the students because they get more practical exposure of treating patients and the infrastructure provided by the Medical college is much better when compared to the Nursing colleges. Internship is provided by the Medical college since they have their own hospital or a partnership hospital so there is no problem regarding placements or internship.

The top Medical colleges that are providing BSc Nursing courses are:

• MS Ramaiah Medical College
• Kempegowda Institute of Medical Science (KIMS)
• Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre
• Rajarajeswari Medical College
• BGS Global Institute of Medical Sciences
• East Point College of Medical Sciences and Research Center 
• Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre

Though the BSc Nursing course and syllabus is similar across Nursing colleges, there are some differences between doing BSc Nursing studies in medical colleges and in normal Nursing colleges:

Until 2019, approval of the national body Indian Nursing Council (INC) was needed for a Nursing college to conduct admissions. However, since the end of 2019, the Supreme Court has stated that INC approval is not mandatory for colleges to conduct Nursing courses and this is not the authority to give approval for Nursing colleges. This means that the State Nursing Council has complete authority to approve and conduct Nursing courses.

For admission to Nursing colleges affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, private, or deemed universities the approvals required are:

• Government of Karnataka
• Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science (RGUHS) - for affiliated colleges
• Karnataka Nursing Council

Yes, Karnataka CET (KCET) is the Entrance Exam for B.Sc Nursing admissions for candidates in Karnataka who are looking for Government Merit seats. However, KCET is not mandatory for getting admission into B.Sc Nursing colleges. 

Non-Karnataka candidates do not have to write KCET Entrance Exam and can get Direct Admission into B.Sc Nursing colleges.