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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Banaswadi College of Nursing, Bangalore, offers a four-year full-time Bachelor of Science in Nursing programme affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences and recognised by the Indian Nursing Council and the Karnataka Nursing Council. The college has an intake of 50 seats, with admission based on NEET UG scores through KEA Karnataka counselling. Annual tuition fee is INR 1.30 Lakh, totalling INR 5.20 Lakh for four years.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).
Banaswadi CON B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 1,30,000 per annum |
| Hostel Fee (Optional) | INR 5,000 per month |
| Total Tuition Fees (4 Years) | INR 5,20,000 |
- Hostel is optional and charged separately at INR 5,000 per month.
- Fee figures are subject to revision as per RGUHS and Karnataka government norms.
Banaswadi CON B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Result Declared | 16 July 2026 |
| KEA Karnataka B.Sc Nursing Counselling Registration | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA Round 1 Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- KEA Karnataka B.Sc Nursing counselling is conducted at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Management quota seats are filled directly by the college outside KEA counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as compulsory subjects from a recognised board
- Minimum 45% aggregate in PCB for General category candidates (40% for SC/ST/OBC)
- Valid NEET UG 2026 score for admission through KEA Karnataka counselling
- Minimum age 17 years by December 31 of the year of admission
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET UG 2026 and check KEA Karnataka B.Sc Nursing seat matrix at kea.kar.nic.in
- Register for KEA Karnataka counselling and pay the registration fee online
- Fill and lock college and course preferences during the KEA option-entry window
- KEA releases seat allotment based on NEET UG rank and preferences submitted
- Download allotment order from KEA portal after Round 1 allotment is published
- Report to Banaswadi College of Nursing with original documents and complete the fee payment
✓ Opt for this if
- RGUHS-affiliated INC-KNC recognised B.Sc Nursing in Bangalore is the goal
- Karnataka domicile candidates eligible for KEA B.Sc Nursing counselling
- NEET UG qualified and targeting hospital nursing career in South India
- Access to Bangalore city clinical training hospitals is valued
- Annual budget of INR 1.30 Lakh for tuition is feasible
✗ Skip if
- Government nursing college with lower fees is the first preference
- Strong campus placement cell with hospital tie-ups is a priority
- Out-of-state candidates whose NEET score falls below Karnataka cutoffs
Banaswadi CON B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition fee reimbursement | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students in professional programmes |
| Karnataka OBC/BC Scholarship | As per state government norms | OBC/BC Karnataka domicile students in nursing programmes |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | INR 12,000 per annum | Top 20 percentile in class 12 board exams, merit-based |
- State scholarships are processed through the Karnataka Sakala scholarship portal.
- NSP Central Sector Scholarship applications are submitted at scholarships.gov.in annually.
Banaswadi CON B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at Banaswadi College of Nursing, Bangalore?
Ans. The annual tuition fee for B.Sc Nursing at Banaswadi College of Nursing is INR 1,30,000, and the total tuition fee for four years is INR 5,20,000. Hostel accommodation is available optionally at INR 5,000 per month. These figures are subject to revision per RGUHS and Karnataka government norms. SC/ST and OBC students from Karnataka may qualify for fee reimbursement under state scholarship schemes.
Ques. How does B.Sc Nursing admission work at Banaswadi College of Nursing?
Ans. Admission for state-quota seats is through KEA Karnataka counselling, where candidates are ranked based on NEET UG 2026 scores. Karnataka domicile students register at kea.kar.nic.in, fill college preferences, and receive seat allotment through KEA. Management quota seats are filled directly by the college. After seat allotment, candidates must report with original mark sheets, NEET scorecard, caste certificate (if applicable), and pay the first-year fee to confirm admission.
Ques. Is the B.Sc Nursing degree from Banaswadi College of Nursing recognised?
Ans. Yes. The programme is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore, and recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC). INC recognition is the mandatory national standard for nursing practice in India, and the RGUHS-affiliated degree qualifies graduates for registered nurse licensure, government nursing recruitment examinations, and M.Sc Nursing admissions across India.
Ques. Is NEET mandatory for B.Sc Nursing admission in Karnataka?
Ans. Yes. Karnataka requires a valid NEET UG score for B.Sc Nursing admission in self-financing private nursing colleges through KEA counselling. NEET 2026 results were declared on July 16, 2026. Candidates must register for KEA Karnataka counselling after results and participate in the online option-entry process. Management quota seats at private colleges like Banaswadi College of Nursing may be filled through direct college-level admission without KEA.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from Banaswadi College?
Ans. Graduates can work as staff nurses in corporate hospitals, government medical colleges, and primary health centres in Karnataka. Opportunities in the Indian Army Nursing Corps, Air Force Nursing, and Navy nursing services are also open to eligible graduates. Many graduates from RGUHS-affiliated colleges find employment in the Middle East and United Kingdom. For higher study, graduates can pursue M.Sc Nursing or PG Diploma nursing specialisations.
Ques. Are there scholarships for B.Sc Nursing students at Banaswadi College of Nursing?
Ans. Yes. Karnataka SC/ST students may receive full tuition fee reimbursement through Karnataka government welfare schemes. OBC/BC students in Karnataka can apply for BC welfare scholarships through the state Sakala portal. All eligible students can apply for the NSP Central Sector Scholarship (INR 12,000 per annum for the top 20 percentile in class 12 board exams). Applications for central scholarships are submitted at scholarships.gov.in each academic year.