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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Al Shifa College of Nursing, Perinthalmanna (Malappuram), offers a 4-year full-time B.Sc Nursing programme under Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) with 90 seats. Admission is based on NEET-UG scores through CEE Kerala centralized counselling managed by LBS Centre. The total course fee is INR 3,83,300. Ranked 5th in Kerala by KIRF 2025, the college is an Indian Nursing Council-approved minority institution that has trained nursing professionals since 2002.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Al Shifa Nursing B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Fee | INR 1,06,325 |
| Year 2 Fee | INR 92,325 |
| Year 3 Fee | INR 92,325 |
| Year 4 Fee | INR 92,325 |
| Total Fees | INR 3,83,300 |
- Year 1 fee is higher due to one-time admission and registration charges included in the first year.
- Tuition component per year is INR 73,025 across all four years.
- Students should contact the college for current hostel charges applicable to the 2026 batch.
Al Shifa Nursing B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Opened | Feb 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Registration Closed | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam Held | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result Declared | Jul 16, 2026 |
| Kerala Counselling Registration Opens | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment Round | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is entirely through CEE Kerala centralized allotment managed by LBS Centre.
- Candidates must register separately on the LBS Centre portal during the counselling window.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum 45% aggregate from a recognised board
- English as a compulsory subject in Class 12 as per INC norms
- Minimum age of 17 years at the time of admission with no upper age limit as per INC guidelines
- Valid NEET-UG score is mandatory for Kerala state counselling allotment
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG conducted by NTA, with result declared in July 2026
- Register on the LBS Centre portal once the Kerala Nursing counselling notification is released
- Upload required documents and complete certificate verification during the registration window
- Fill college and course preferences in order of priority during the choice-filling round
- Download allotment letter from the CEE Kerala portal after seat allotment is published
- Report to Al Shifa with the allotment letter and original documents and pay the required fee to confirm admission
✓ Opt for this if
- NEET-qualified and seeking a nursing seat in northern Kerala
- Prefer a minority institution with INC and KUHS-approved B.Sc Nursing curriculum
- Want a KUHS-affiliated college close to home in Malappuram district
- Comfortable with centralized government allotment rather than direct admission
- Need a college with a large 90-seat intake for better allotment chances
✗ Skip if
- Prefer a government nursing college with a significantly lower fee structure
- Need a top national ranking for overseas nursing recruitment advantage
- Seeking colleges with a dedicated corporate hospital placement and referral cell
- Plan to pursue nursing in metropolitan cities outside Kerala
Al Shifa Nursing B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (NSP) | Tuition fee + up to INR 30,000 per year maintenance allowance | Minority students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per year |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST (Central Govt) | Tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per year |
| Kerala Government Post-Matric Scholarship | As per state norms | OBC students with family income below INR 1 Lakh per year |
- Applications must be submitted on the National Scholarship Portal within the notified deadline.
- Al Shifa is a recognised minority institution, making students eligible for NSP minority scholarship.
Al Shifa Nursing B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at Al Shifa College of Nursing?
Ans. The total course fee for the 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme is INR 3,83,300. The first year costs INR 1,06,325 and includes one-time admission and registration charges. Each of the remaining three years costs INR 92,325. The annual tuition component is INR 73,025 across all four years. Students should confirm the exact fee for the 2026 batch with the admissions office as fees are revised periodically.
Ques. How is admission to B.Sc Nursing at Al Shifa done?
Ans. Admission is entirely through the CEE Kerala centralized allotment system managed by the LBS Centre for Science and Technology. Candidates must qualify NEET-UG, register on the LBS Centre portal during the Kerala Nursing counselling window, complete document verification, fill in college preferences, and receive a seat allotment. There is no separate college-level entrance test or management-quota direct admission for state seats.
Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Sc Nursing admission at Al Shifa?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with at least 45% aggregate marks from a recognised board. English is a compulsory subject as per INC norms. The minimum age at admission is 17 years. A valid NEET-UG score is mandatory since Kerala uses NEET ranks for centralized nursing seat allotment.
Ques. What NEET score is needed for Al Shifa B.Sc Nursing?
Ans. There is no fixed NEET cutoff published by the college. Allotment is purely rank-based through the Kerala state merit list, guided by course preferences and seat availability. SC/ST candidates receive a 5% relaxation in aggregate marks at the Class 12 level. Candidates with stronger NEET ranks and well-prioritized preference lists improve their allotment chances significantly in each round.
Ques. Are there scholarships available for B.Sc Nursing students at Al Shifa?
Ans. Yes. Since Al Shifa is a recognised minority institution, students from minority communities can apply for the NSP Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities, which covers tuition fee and provides up to INR 30,000 maintenance allowance per year for hostellers. SC/ST students can apply for the central government post-matric scholarship covering tuition and maintenance. All applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from Al Shifa?
Ans. Graduates can work as staff nurses in government hospitals, private multispecialty hospitals, community health centres, and primary health care units across Kerala and the rest of India. Many nurses from Kerala go on to pursue employment in the Gulf countries, UK, Canada, and other destinations after clearing the relevant licensure exams. The KUHS-affiliated B.Sc Nursing degree meets INC norms and is valid for state nursing registration.