Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
AIIMS Bathinda offers a 4-year B.Sc Honours in Nursing exclusively for female candidates, with 60 seats at this central government Institute of National Importance. Admission is through the AIIMS B.Sc Nursing entrance examination conducted by AIIMS New Delhi, with a total tuition fee of INR 3,165 for four years. The programme provides clinical nursing training across AIIMS Bathinda hospital departments and leads to INC-recognised nursing qualification.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling Rounds begin August 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- B.Sc Honours Nursing degree - higher academic recognition than standard B.Sc
- Clinical nursing rotations across all AIIMS Bathinda hospital specialties
- INC-approved nursing programme with State Nursing Council registration eligibility
AIIMS Bathinda B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (4 years total) | INR 3,165 |
| Hostel Fee (Optional) | INR 15,140 per year |
| Total Fees | INR 3,165 (tuition only) |
- Hostel is optional and billed separately from the tuition fee.
- No management quota - all 60 seats allotted through the AIIMS entrance exam.
AIIMS Bathinda B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| AIIMS B.Sc Nursing Registration Opens | March 29, 2026 |
| AIIMS B.Sc Nursing Registration Closes | May 10, 2026 |
| AIIMS B.Sc Nursing Admit Card Released | May 25, 2026 |
| AIIMS B.Sc Nursing Exam | May 30, 2026 |
| AIIMS B.Sc Nursing Result Declared | July 4, 2026 |
| Counselling Registration Closing | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- AIIMS B.Sc Nursing exam is conducted separately from the AIIMS Paramedical exam.
- Centralised counselling covers seat allocation across all participating AIIMS campuses.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Female candidates only - Indian citizens
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English
- Minimum 55% aggregate marks for General/OBC/EWS (50% for SC/ST)
- Minimum age of 17 years on or before December 31 of the admission year
Admission Process
- Register for the AIIMS B.Sc Nursing entrance exam at aiimsexams.ac.in
- Download the admit card and appear for the entrance examination at the designated centre
- Check results on the AIIMS Exams portal and register for centralised counselling
- Fill AIIMS Bathinda as the preferred institute during the choice-filling window
- Receive seat allotment and report to AIIMS Bathinda with original documents for verification
- Pay the admission fee and complete enrollment formalities to confirm the seat
✓ Opt for this if
- You want a central government B.Sc Nursing degree at near-zero tuition cost
- AIIMS hospital clinical training in nursing is your career priority
- You can clear the competitive AIIMS B.Sc Nursing entrance examination
- You want INC-registered nursing from an Institute of National Importance
✗ Skip if
- Male candidates - this programme is exclusively for female students
- Your AIIMS entrance exam score may not be competitive for 60 seats nationally
- You prefer a nursing college in a larger city for placement access
AIIMS Bathinda B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Central Government Post-Matric Scholarship | Variable | SC/ST students at central institutions |
| National Scholarship Portal Schemes | Variable | Merit and income-based for all eligible categories |
| AIIMS Merit Scholarship | Based on performance | Top-ranking nursing students at AIIMS |
- With tuition of only INR 3,165 total, financial burden is minimal for admitted students.
- Scholarship applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
AIIMS Bathinda B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is B.Sc Nursing at AIIMS Bathinda open only to female candidates?
Ans. Yes, the B.Sc Honours in Nursing at AIIMS Bathinda is exclusively for female candidates. This is consistent with the AIIMS B.Sc Nursing programme policy across all participating AIIMS campuses in India. Male candidates are not eligible for this programme and should consider B.Sc Paramedical courses (such as the AIIMS Paramedical exam) or GNM programmes that may be open to all genders at other institutions.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at AIIMS Bathinda?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 4-year B.Sc Honours Nursing at AIIMS Bathinda is INR 3,165 for the complete course duration. This heavily government-subsidised rate reflects AIIMS status as a central Institution of National Importance. Hostel accommodation is charged separately at INR 15,140 per year for those who opt to stay on campus. No management quota or capitation fee applies at AIIMS.
Ques. What entrance exam is required for B.Sc Nursing at AIIMS Bathinda?
Ans. Admission to B.Sc Nursing at AIIMS Bathinda is through the AIIMS B.Sc Nursing entrance examination conducted annually by AIIMS New Delhi. The 2026 exam was held on May 30 and results were declared on July 4. This is a separate examination from the AIIMS Paramedical exam. Candidates register at aiimsexams.ac.in and are allotted seats across all AIIMS campuses through centralised counselling based on their rank.
Ques. How many B.Sc Nursing seats are available at AIIMS Bathinda?
Ans. AIIMS Bathinda offers 60 seats for B.Sc Honours Nursing per admission cycle. Of these, 23 seats are in the general category and the remainder are reserved for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS candidates as per central government reservation norms. These 60 seats are allocated through the centralised AIIMS counselling process where candidates can choose AIIMS Bathinda during the preference-filling round.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from AIIMS Bathinda?
Ans. Graduates of B.Sc Nursing from AIIMS Bathinda can work as staff nurses in central and state government hospitals, private hospitals, ICU nursing, operation theatre nursing, and community health settings. The AIIMS Honours degree provides a strong advantage in government nursing recruitment examinations conducted by SSC, state public service commissions, and central government health services. Graduates may also pursue M.Sc Nursing or PG Diploma in specialised nursing areas. Starting salaries range from INR 3 to 6 LPA in the private sector.
Ques. What clinical training does B.Sc Nursing at AIIMS Bathinda include?
Ans. The B.Sc Nursing curriculum at AIIMS Bathinda includes clinical rotations across the AIIMS Bathinda hospital, covering medical and surgical wards, ICU, paediatrics, gynaecology and obstetrics, psychiatry, and community health nursing. Students receive supervised bedside nursing training under the guidance of nursing faculty and specialist doctors, preparing them for high-acuity nursing roles in both hospital and community settings after graduation.