Post Basic Bachelor of Science [P.B.B.Sc] (Nursing)

The Post Basic B.Sc Nursing programme at BIMSR Bhubaneswar is a 2-year course for registered nurses seeking a graduate qualification in nursing. Admission is merit-based on the qualifying GNM result, with no entrance examination. The total course fee is INR 3,36,000. The programme is approved by the Indian Nursing Council and trains working nurses for supervisory, administrative and teaching roles across hospitals, nursing schools and community health settings.

📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open June 2026 (Tentative).

Key Points

• Designed for GNM-qualified registered nurses only.
• Two-year bridge from nursing diploma to degree.
• Clinical postings in the affiliated hospital and community.
• Opens eligibility for M.Sc Nursing after completion.
• Curriculum covers midwifery, community health and nursing education.

BIMSR P.B.B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (2 Years)	INR 3,36,000
Total Fees	INR 3,36,000

• Application fee of INR 2,000 payable at admission.
• Fees are payable annually over the two-year duration.
• Hostel and mess charges are billed separately.

BIMSR P.B.B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Process Begins	June 2026
Last Date to Apply	July 2026
Merit List Publication	August 2026
Class Commencement	August 2026

• Selection is based on marks secured in the GNM examination.
• Candidates must hold valid State Nursing Council registration.
• Seats are limited and filled strictly in merit order.
• Original documents are verified before final seat confirmation.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed GNM with registration as Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife.
• 10+2 or equivalent qualification from a recognised board.
• Currently registered with a State Nursing Council.

Admission Process

• Collect and submit the application form with the required documents.
• Attach the GNM marksheet and nursing council registration proof.
• The institute prepares a merit list from GNM marks.
• Shortlisted candidates complete document verification at the campus.
• Report on the notified date and pay the admission fee.
• Complete registration formalities to confirm the allotted seat.

✓ Opt for this if

• You are a GNM nurse seeking a degree.
• You want eligibility for M.Sc Nursing later.
• You prefer merit admission without an entrance test.
• You work in Odisha and want local study.

✗ Skip if

• You lack GNM qualification or council registration.
• You want a fresh four-year B.Sc Nursing.
• You need a nationally branded nursing college.
• You expect guaranteed campus placement support.

BIMSR P.B.B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Odisha e-Medhabruti	As per scheme norms	Domicile students meeting income and merit criteria
National Scholarship Portal Schemes	Variable	Eligible students applying through the NSP portal
Institute Merit Concession	As decided by management	High-scoring candidates in the merit list

• State scholarship applications open through the official Odisha portal.
• Annual renewal requires satisfactory academic progress.
• Scholarship documents must be submitted within the notified deadline.

BIMSR P.B.B.Sc Nursing FAQs

Ques. Who is eligible for P.B.B.Sc Nursing at BIMSR?

Ans. Only candidates who have completed GNM and are registered as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife with a State Nursing Council can apply. A 10+2 or equivalent pass and current council registration are also required. The course is meant for working and diploma-qualified nurses looking to upgrade their diploma to a recognised degree, not for fresh school-leavers entering nursing for the first time without a prior diploma.

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for admission?

Ans. No entrance examination is conducted for this programme. Admission is decided purely on merit, using the marks secured in the GNM qualifying examination. Candidates submit the application form with their documents, and the institute publishes a merit list before document verification and seat confirmation. Higher marks in the GNM examination therefore improve a candidate’s chance of securing a seat in the limited intake, since there is no separate written test or interview to clear.

Ques. What is the total fee for the programme?

Ans. The total course fee is INR 3,36,000 for the full two-year duration, payable annually. A one-time application fee of INR 2,000 is collected at admission. Hostel and mess charges, where opted, are billed separately and are not part of the tuition figure mentioned above. Eligible students can offset a part of these costs through state and central government scholarship schemes available for nursing candidates.

Ques. How long is the P.B.B.Sc Nursing course?

Ans. The programme runs for 2 years as a full-time course. It builds on the GNM diploma and covers advanced nursing concepts, midwifery, community health, nursing education and administration. Clinical postings in the affiliated hospital and field areas form an integral part of both years, ensuring graduates gain hands-on competence alongside the theory taught in the classroom.

Ques. Can I pursue M.Sc Nursing after this course?

Ans. Yes. After completing P.B.B.Sc Nursing, graduates become eligible to apply for M.Sc Nursing, subject to the usual one-year experience and admission requirements of the chosen college. The degree therefore serves as a recognised pathway from a diploma qualification towards postgraduate study, specialisation, teaching positions in nursing schools and senior clinical or administrative roles in the health sector.

Ques. Does BIMSR provide clinical training during the course?

Ans. Yes. Students complete supervised clinical postings in the institute’s affiliated hospital and in community health settings. These rotations cover medical, surgical, maternity and community nursing, giving registered nurses structured exposure to higher-level practice alongside their classroom learning. The hospital tie-up ensures adequate patient load and case variety for meaningful clinical learning. Faculty supervise each rotation and assess practical skills as part of the internal evaluation across the two-year programme.