About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Adichunchanagiri University (ACU), Mandya, Karnataka, offers a 4-year full-time B.Sc Nursing program with 60 seats per batch. Admission is based on NEET UG score followed by Karnataka KEA centralised counselling. Annual fees are INR 1,30,000, totalling INR 5,20,000 over four years. ACU is a private university in Karnataka’s health sciences sector with its own multi-specialty teaching hospital for student clinical training.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Choice Filling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Adichunchanagiri Univ B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Per Year) | INR 1,30,000 |
| Total Fees (4 Years) | INR 5,20,000 |
- Hostel charges are levied separately from the annual tuition fee.
- Mess and other living expenses are charged over and above the hostel fee.
Adichunchanagiri Univ B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Registration Opens | February 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Registration Closes | March 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Exam Date | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET UG Result Declaration | July 16, 2026 |
| KEA Registration Closes | July 24, 2026 |
| KEA Choice Filling | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- KEA Karnataka conducts centralised counselling for B.Sc Nursing seats in the state.
- Candidates register on the KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognized board with minimum 50% aggregate marks in PCB and English
- Must qualify NEET UG with the minimum qualifying percentile notified for nursing admissions in Karnataka
- Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31 of the year of admission
Admission Process
- Register for NEET UG on the NTA portal and appear in the examination on the notified date
- Download the NEET UG scorecard from the NTA website after result declaration
- Register on the KEA Karnataka portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in with a valid NEET scorecard
- Fill in college and course preferences during the KEA choice-filling window
- Check seat allotment result on the KEA portal after each counselling round
- Report to Adichunchanagiri University for document verification and pay the first-year fee after allotment
✓ Opt for this if
- You are a Karnataka NEET qualifier seeking B.Sc Nursing in Mandya
- Clinical training at a university-owned teaching hospital suits your learning goals
- On-campus hostel with 250 beds for female students meets your accommodation need
- INR 5.2 Lakhs total fee is within your budget for a private university nursing program
✗ Skip if
- Your NEET score qualifies for a government nursing college with lower fees
- You prefer a standalone nursing college with a longer established track record
- You need nursing placement data before committing to a college
- You want clinical exposure in a large metro-city multi-specialty environment
Adichunchanagiri Univ B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| PM-USP Scholarship (NSP) | INR 82,000 per year | 80% in Class 12, parental income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs, 50% marks each year |
| Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship | As per state rates | SC/ST/OBC students from Karnataka enrolled in nursing programs |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | As per NSP norms | Merit-cum-income basis, eligible undergraduate students |
- PM-USP scholarship applications are submitted on the NSP portal each academic year.
- Karnataka state scholarships are disbursed through the ePass Karnataka portal for eligible students.
Adichunchanagiri Univ B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at Adichunchanagiri University Mandya?
Ans. The total tuition fee for B.Sc Nursing at Adichunchanagiri University Mandya is INR 5,20,000 for the 4-year program, payable as INR 1,30,000 per academic year. Hostel charges, mess fees, and other living expenses are levied separately. Students should confirm the current fee structure at the time of admission since fees may be revised each academic year.
Ques. Is NEET mandatory for B.Sc Nursing admission at Adichunchanagiri University?
Ans. Yes, NEET UG qualification is mandatory for B.Sc Nursing admission at Adichunchanagiri University Mandya. From the 2025-26 academic year onwards, Karnataka made NEET mandatory for all nursing admissions in the state. After NEET results, candidates must register on the KEA Karnataka portal for centralised counselling to be allotted a B.Sc Nursing seat at ACU.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for B.Sc Nursing students at ACU?
Ans. Yes, Adichunchanagiri University has on-campus hostel facilities for nursing students. The campus hostel has a total capacity of 300 beds, with 250 beds reserved for female students and 50 beds for male students. Hostel charges are separate from the tuition fee and are payable directly to the institution on a per-semester or per-year basis.
Ques. What is the seat intake for B.Sc Nursing at Adichunchanagiri University?
Ans. Adichunchanagiri University offers 60 seats per batch for the B.Sc Nursing program. These seats are filled through Karnataka KEA centralised counselling based on NEET UG rank and the preferences filled during the choice-filling window. Management quota seats, if available, are filled directly by the university through its own admission process.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from Adichunchanagiri University?
Ans. Graduates of B.Sc Nursing from Adichunchanagiri University can register as nurses with the Karnataka Nursing Council and practice in government or private hospitals. Other pathways include pursuing M.Sc Nursing, working in military nursing services through the Indian Army MNS exam, joining nursing staff in corporate hospital chains, or emigrating for nursing jobs in the Gulf or Western countries after passing NCLEX-RN or OET.
Ques. How does KEA Karnataka counselling work for B.Sc Nursing at ACU Mandya?
Ans. After NEET UG results, eligible candidates register on the KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. They fill in preferences for nursing colleges including ACU Mandya during the choice-filling window. Seats are allotted based on NEET rank, category, and preference order. Candidates who receive ACU Mandya in their allotment must report to the college for document verification and complete fee payment to confirm admission.