Bachelor of Science [B.Sc]

Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore offers B.Sc programs across nursing and 14 allied health specializations, spanning 3 to 4 years of full-time study. The Vellore campus uses a two-step CBT entrance for B.Sc Nursing, while the Chittoor campus selects through NEET UG. Total fees range from INR 1,33,100 to INR 1,84,440, placing CMC Vellore among the most affordable premier medical colleges for health sciences in India.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Step 2 interviews concluded in July 2026. Seat allotment is expected to begin November 2026.

Key Points

• B.Sc Nursing (Vellore campus) follows a two-step selection: a computer-based test across 21 cities and then a personal interview and skills assessment at CMC campus.
• All B.Sc Nursing (Vellore) graduates carry a mandatory two-year service obligation in an area of need after completing the programme.
• CMC Vellore B.Sc Nursing is ranked 4th  in India by an external review site 2025 in the Nursing category.

CMC Vellore B.Sc Fees 2026

Fees vary by campus and specialization. The 4-year B.Sc Nursing at Vellore totals INR 2.31 Lakhs. The fees at Chittoor campus is INR 1.93 Lakhs. Allied health specializations range from INR 1,35,000 to INR 1,42,000 for the full course.

• Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.

CMC Vellore B.Sc Admission 2026

Important Dates

• Allied Health Sciences entrance follows a similar CBT-based schedule.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

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CMC Vellore B.Sc Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, with a minimum of 45% marks in PCB combined and passing marks in English individually.
• For B.Sc Nursing at the Vellore campus, only unmarried women aged 17 to 30 years are eligible as of December 31 of the admission year (relaxed to 35 years for SC/ST candidates).
• For Allied Health Sciences programmes, the upper age limit is 40 years and both male and female candidates are eligible.

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CMC Vellore B.Sc Admission Process

• Candidates register through the admissions portal at admissions.cmcvellore.ac.in before the deadline.
• For B.Sc Nursing at Vellore, candidates appear for Step 1 CBT across 21 cities, covering Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and aptitude.
• Shortlisted candidates attend Step 2 at CMC campus: personal interview, skills assessment, and Bible knowledge test for minority network candidates.
• For B.Sc Nursing at Chittoor, selection is based on NEET UG merit per a Government of Andhra Pradesh directive from 2026.
• For Allied Health Sciences, selection is through a CMC Vellore CBT followed by document verification and counselling.

CMC Vellore B.Sc vs Other Colleges

Here is how CMC Vellore B.Sc compares with leading nursing and allied health institutions.

✓ Opt for this if

• You want India’s top-ranked nursing programme at very low fees.
• You are committed to working in underserved communities after graduation.
• You want a degree with strong recognition at premier hospitals nationally and abroad.
• You are seeking one of 14 allied health specializations under one institution.

✗ Skip if

• You are a male candidate seeking B.Sc Nursing at the Vellore campus.
• You are unwilling to complete the two-year post-graduation service obligation.
• You need a programme in a metro city outside Tamil Nadu.
• You prefer NEET-based admission over a college-specific entrance test.

CMC Vellore B.Sc Scholarships 2026

CMC Vellore B.Sc students can access institutional aid and central government schemes. Minority Network candidates receive financial support from sponsoring church organizations.

• Students should apply on the National Scholarship Portal before the annual cutoff.

CMC Vellore B.Sc FAQs

Ques. What is the service obligation for CMC Vellore B.Sc Nursing graduates?

Ans. Every student at the Vellore campus signs a service obligation at admission. After the four-year course and one-year internship, graduates must work two years in an area of need such as a rural or mission hospital. This is a commitment to serve, not a financial penalty, reflecting CMC Vellore’s founding mission.

Ques. How are B.Sc Nursing seats divided between the Vellore and Chittoor campuses?

Ans. The Vellore campus has 100 seats in a 4-year programme, with only 15 open to All India candidates and 85 for Minority Network and CMC Staff nominees. Admission is through CMC’s CBT and interview. The Chittoor campus runs a 3-year programme through NEET UG merit following a Government of Andhra Pradesh directive from 2026. Chittoor fees at INR 1,33,100 are lower than Vellore’s INR 1,84,440.

Ques. Which allied health specialization at CMC Vellore is hardest to secure?

Ans. Cardio Pulmonary Perfusion Care Technology has only 3 seats and Nuclear Medicine Technology has 4, making them the most competitive. Medical Laboratory Technology at 12 seats is more accessible. All specializations share the CMC CBT, with shortlisted candidates called for Step 2 at the campus before final selection.

Ques. Can male candidates apply for B.Sc programmes at CMC Vellore?

Ans. Male candidates cannot apply for B.Sc Nursing at Vellore campus, which is open only to unmarried women. All allied health specializations including B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology, B.Sc Cardiac Technology, and B.Sc Radiology and Imaging Technology are open to both male and female candidates up to 40 years of age.

Ques. What career paths open up after B.Sc Allied Health Sciences from CMC Vellore?

Ans. Graduates are recruited by Apollo, Manipal, Fortis, and government hospitals across India. CMC’s name is internationally recognized and many graduates work in the Gulf, UK, and Canada. Nuclear Medicine Technology and Neurophysiology Technology lead to super-specialty roles. Medical Laboratory Technology graduates can pursue M.Sc or move into research positions.