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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Annammal College of Nursing, Kuzhithurai, Kanyakumari, offers a 4-year full-time B.Sc (Nursing) program affiliated with Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. Admission is merit-based on Class 12 scores through Tamil Nadu DME centralized counselling, with no separate entrance exam. The INC and TNNMC approved college has 50 B.Sc Nursing seats and provides clinical training at the attached Annammal Hospital, making it a key nursing institution in southern Kanyakumari district.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Round 1 Seat Allotment begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Annammal College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | INR 2 to 2.8 Lakhs (4-year total) |
| Total Fees | INR 2 to 2.8 Lakhs |
- Exact annual fee breakdown is available in the college prospectus and varies by intake quota.
Annammal College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TN DME Counselling Registration Opens | June 21, 2026 |
| TN DME Counselling Registration Closes | July 3, 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- TN DME counselling registration closed on July 3, 2026 and seat allotment follows on the basis of Class 12 merit.
- Candidates must register at tnmedicalselection.net for Tamil Nadu government quota seat allotment.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects from a recognized board
- Minimum 45% aggregate in PCB for OC/BC/BCM/MBC/DNC candidates (40% for SC/SCA/ST)
- Must score at least 35% marks in English in Class 12
- Minimum age of 17 years by December 31 of the admission year
Admission Process
- Register on the Tamil Nadu DME portal at tnmedicalselection.net during the counselling window
- Upload Class 12 marksheets, community certificate, and other required documents
- Participate in online counselling and fill college and course preferences
- Receive Round 1 seat allotment based on Class 12 PCB aggregate merit rank
- Report to Annammal College of Nursing for document verification and fee payment
- Management quota applicants may apply directly to the college for any remaining seats
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking an INC and TNNMC approved nursing college in Kanyakumari district
- Tamil Nadu student qualifying through DME centralized merit-based counselling
- Prefer nursing training with access to an attached hospital in a coastal town
- Aiming to work in healthcare in Tamil Nadu or Kerala after graduation
- Looking for a smaller-intake nursing program with direct clinical exposure
✗ Skip if
- Seeking a nursing college in a major city like Chennai or Coimbatore
- Need a college with documented pan-India nursing placement support
- Looking for a larger institution with more B.Sc Nursing specialisation options
- Prefer a college with a strong alumni network across international healthcare markets
Annammal College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC | Covers tuition fees and maintenance | Tamil Nadu SC/ST/OBC nursing students with valid caste certificate |
| Tamil Nadu CM Scholarship for Medical Students | Up to INR 60,000 per year | Meritorious Tamil Nadu students in government-approved medical courses |
| Central Sector Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | Students above 80th percentile in Class 12 with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs |
- Apply for Post Matric and Central Sector Scholarships through the NSP portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- Tamil Nadu CM Scholarship applications are submitted through the Social Welfare Department portal.
Annammal College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is NEET required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Annammal College of Nursing Kuzhithurai?
Ans. No entrance exam is required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Annammal College of Nursing. Tamil Nadu DME conducts centralized merit-based counselling for nursing admissions across the state. Candidates are ranked solely on their Class 12 PCB aggregate marks. There is no separate nursing entrance test for 2026 admissions in Tamil Nadu. Registration for the counselling took place at tnmedicalselection.net in June to July 2026.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at Annammal College of Nursing?
Ans. The total fees for the 4-year B.Sc Nursing program at Annammal College of Nursing ranges from INR 2 to 2.8 Lakhs for the complete course duration. The exact annual fee breakdown and quota-specific charges are detailed in the college prospectus. Students are advised to contact the college admissions office for the most current fee schedule and available loan or instalment options.
Ques. How many B.Sc Nursing seats are available at Annammal College of Nursing?
Ans. Annammal College of Nursing, Kuzhithurai, offers 50 B.Sc Nursing seats per academic year. These seats are distributed across government quota (filled through TN DME counselling) and management quota (filled through the college direct admission process). Tamil Nadu domicile students with eligible Class 12 scores should apply through tnmedicalselection.net for government quota seats.
Ques. What clinical training is available for B.Sc Nursing students at this college?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing students at Annammal College of Nursing receive practical clinical training at Annammal Hospital, the attached hospital on campus. The clinical postings begin from the first year and cover medical, surgical, paediatric, obstetric, and psychiatric nursing wards. The hospital-attached model allows students to gain hands-on patient care skills under the supervision of qualified nursing faculty and hospital staff throughout the 4-year program.
Ques. Can candidates from outside Tamil Nadu apply for B.Sc Nursing at this college?
Ans. Government quota seats at Annammal College of Nursing are primarily intended for Tamil Nadu domicile candidates through TN DME centralized counselling. Out-of-state candidates may apply for management quota seats through direct admission with the college. Non-Tamil Nadu students should contact the college admissions office at the Kuzhithurai campus to inquire about available management quota seats and the required documents for direct admission.
Ques. What are the career options after B.Sc Nursing from Annammal College of Nursing?
Ans. Graduates of the B.Sc Nursing program from Annammal College of Nursing can pursue roles as staff nurses in government and private hospitals, work with international healthcare organizations, or appear for recruitment exams such as Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council registration. Many graduates also pursue P.B.B.Sc or M.Sc Nursing for advanced specialisation. The college’s placement cell assists students with job referrals, particularly in Tamil Nadu and Kerala-based hospitals.