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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Aragonda Apollo College of Nursing, Chittoor offers the 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme affiliated with Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences (YSRUHS), Vijayawada, and approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC). The college is part of the Apollo Hospitals campus in Aragonda, providing clinical exposure in a multi-specialty hospital environment. Admission is through APNCET and total fees are INR 2,00,000 for the full programme.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open October 2026 (Tentative).
Aragonda Apollo B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 50,000 |
| Total Fees (4 years) | INR 2,00,000 |
- Fee figures are indicative and may vary for the current academic session.
- Hostel and other charges are separate and should be confirmed with the college directly.
Aragonda Apollo B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| APNCET Application and Exam | 2026 (Tentative) |
| AP B.Sc Nursing Counselling Registration Closes | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment and Document Verification | October to November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | December 2026 (Tentative) |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board.
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination (40% for SC, ST, and OBC candidates).
- Minimum age of 17 years as on the date of admission.
- Andhra Pradesh domicile certificate is required as admission is through AP state counselling (APNCET).
- Candidates must also appear and qualify in APNCET conducted by the NTR University of Health Sciences.
Admission Process
- Register for APNCET on the official portal (apuhs-ncet.aptonline.in) during the application window.
- Appear for the APNCET exam comprising 100 MCQs in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and Nursing Aptitude.
- Register for AP B.Sc Nursing state counselling after APNCET result declaration.
- Select Aragonda Apollo College of Nursing as a preferred option during the online seat-allotment process.
- Accept the allotted seat, pay the fee, and report for document verification at the college.
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking clinical exposure at an Apollo Hospitals campus during training.
- Planning a nursing career in Andhra Pradesh or the Apollo network.
- Affordable B.Sc Nursing within INR 2 Lakhs total for 4 years.
- AP domicile holders preferring state counselling admission route.
✗ Skip if
- Not an AP domicile holder and ineligible for APNCET counselling.
- Need nursing placements or salary data from prior batches.
- Targeting nursing colleges in metropolitan cities for broader exposure.
- Require detailed scholarship infrastructure beyond government schemes.
Aragonda Apollo B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| AP Post-Matric Scholarship (State) | As per state category norms | SC, ST, OBC, EBC students domiciled in Andhra Pradesh |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | As per category and scheme | SC, ST students with family income under INR 2,50,000 per year |
| Andhra Pradesh Minorities Scholarship | As per scheme | Minority community students from AP with income below INR 1,00,000 per year |
- AP state scholarships are processed via the AP Scholarship Portal (apepass.apcfss.in).
- Central scholarships are available on the National Scholarship Portal.
Aragonda Apollo B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at Aragonda Apollo College of Nursing Chittoor?
Ans. The total fee for the 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme at Aragonda Apollo College of Nursing, Chittoor is INR 2,00,000, payable as INR 50,000 per academic year. This covers tuition fees. Hostel and other charges are separate and should be confirmed directly with the college admissions office before joining, as fee schedules may be revised for the 2026 academic session.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for B.Sc Nursing admission in Aragonda Apollo College?
Ans. Admission to B.Sc Nursing at Aragonda Apollo College, Chittoor is through APNCET (Andhra Pradesh Nursing Common Entrance Test), conducted by the NTR University of Health Sciences. Candidates must register on the official APNCET portal at apuhs-ncet.aptonline.in, appear for the 100-mark multiple-choice exam, and then participate in the state-level AP B.Sc Nursing counselling process for seat allotment based on their merit rank.
Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Sc Nursing at Aragonda Apollo Chittoor?
Ans. Candidates must have passed class 12 or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board. A minimum aggregate of 45% marks is required for general category students (40% for SC, ST, and OBC). The minimum age is 17 years at the time of admission. An Andhra Pradesh domicile certificate is also mandatory as admission is through the AP state counselling process.
Ques. What clinical training facilities are available at Aragonda Apollo College of Nursing?
Ans. Aragonda Apollo College of Nursing is located on the campus of Apollo Hospitals, Aragonda, which is a multi-specialty tertiary care hospital. B.Sc Nursing students receive hands-on clinical training across medical, surgical, paediatric, maternity, and community health departments within the attached Apollo facility. This hospital-based learning environment provides direct exposure to a wide range of clinical cases, advanced equipment, and structured patient care protocols.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from Aragonda Apollo?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates can work as registered nurses in hospitals, clinics, community health centres, and government health departments across India. Career options include ward nursing, operation theatre nursing, intensive care nursing, and community health roles. Graduates may also pursue M.Sc Nursing for specialisation or appear for government recruitment exams such as Staff Nurse Grade 2. Many graduates from Apollo-affiliated colleges are also considered for positions within the Apollo Hospitals network.
Ques. Are scholarships available for B.Sc Nursing students at Aragonda Apollo?
Ans. Yes, students can apply for the AP Post-Matric Scholarship through the AP Scholarship Portal (apepass.apcfss.in) if they belong to SC, ST, OBC, or EBC categories with domicile in Andhra Pradesh. SC and ST students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per year can also apply for the NSP Post-Matric Scholarship on the National Scholarship Portal. Minority community students from AP with annual family income below INR 1,00,000 may additionally apply for the AP Minorities Scholarship.