Post Basic Bachelor of Science [P.B.B.Sc] (Nursing)
Fees
Fees at Dayananda Sagar University for the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Computer Science and Engineering vary based on the admission route. Students admitted through the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) pay between INR 115,293 and INR 150,000 annually. Those entering via the Dayananda Sagar Admission Test (DSAT) are charged between INR 240,000 and INR 300,000 per year. Meanwhile, the management quota fees range from INR 303,500 to INR 429,000 annually.
Students through COMEDK face tuition expenses of approximately INR 280,000. Additional fees include an examination fee of approximately INR 10,000 per year, and some students incur a skill development fee of up to INR 25,000 annually. The hostel fee is around INR 200,000. Scholarship opportunities exist, including discounts up to INR 75,000 through DSAT performance or governmental schemes like the SSP and NSP, particularly for eligible students based on reservation categories.
About Post Basic Bachelor of Science [P.B.B.Sc] (Nursing)
The Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing (P.B.B.Sc. Nursing) at DSU Bangalore is a 2-year degree bridge programme for registered nurses holding a GNM diploma. The programme upgrades clinical knowledge and professional nursing practice to the undergraduate level, qualifying graduates for senior roles, charge nurse positions, and postgraduate nursing study. DSU is NAAC A+ accredited and UGC-recognised, with clinical training at affiliated teaching hospitals across medical, surgical, paediatric, and community health settings.
📋 Admission Status: DSU P.B.B.Sc. Nursing 2026 admissions are open for GNM-registered nurses. Admission is merit-based. Application details are available at dsu.edu.in.
Key Points
- 2-year INC-approved bridge programme for GNM-registered nurses
- Total Fees: INR 1,84,000 (INR 92,000 per year)
- 30 seats. NAAC A+ accredited university. UGC-recognised
- Clinical training at DSU-affiliated teaching hospitals in Bangalore
- Eligibility: GNM diploma + valid RN/RM registration + 1 year clinical experience
- Degree qualifies graduates for M.Sc. Nursing admission and teaching posts
DSU Bangalore P.B.B.Sc. Nursing Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Fee | INR 92,000 per year |
| Total Course Fees | INR 1,84,000 |
| Hostel (optional) | As applicable. Contact DSU admissions for hostel rates |
- Fees are for the 2-year P.B.B.Sc. Nursing programme.
- Total Fees (Hostel charges separate).
DSU Bangalore P.B.B.Sc. Nursing Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | July 2026 |
| Admission Notification | August 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is merit-based on GNM marks and DSAT score where applicable.
- Candidates must submit original documents for verification before seat confirmation.
- Only candidates with valid State Nursing Council RN/RM registration are eligible.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- (’Qualification’, ’GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) diploma from an INC-recognised institution with minimum 55% aggregate marks’)
- (’Registration’, ’Valid RN/RM registration with State Nursing Council at the time of application’)
- (’10+2 Requirement’, ’Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognised board’)
- (’Work Experience’, ’Minimum 1 year of post-GNM clinical nursing experience as per INC norms’)
- (’Age’, ’No prescribed upper age limit. Confirm current age criteria at dsu.edu.in’)
Admission Process
- Visit dsu.edu.in and complete the P.B.B.Sc. Nursing 2026 online application form.
- Upload GNM marksheets, RN/RM registration certificate, 10+2 certificates, and work experience certificate.
- DSU evaluates merit and calls shortlisted candidates for document verification.
- On selection, complete fee payment and seat confirmation to enrol.
- Report to DSU School of Nursing on the joining date with verified original documents.
✓ Opt for this if
- GNM nurse seeking degree upgrade for senior nursing roles
- Karnataka-registered nurse targeting charge nurse or ward in-charge position
- Very affordable upgrade path (total 1,84,000)
- Nurse with 1+ year clinical experience eligible under INC norms
- Planning to pursue M.Sc Nursing after B.Sc degree completion
✗ Skip if
- Fresh 10+2 student without GNM diploma (not eligible)
- Seeking M.Sc Nursing directly without the B.Sc bridge step
- Expecting placement in hospitals outside Karnataka or South India
- Need a large urban campus close to Bangalore city centre
DSU Bangalore P.B.B.Sc. Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | As per NSP norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students. Apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Karnataka SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Full/partial fee reimbursement | Karnataka SC/ST students. Apply via karepass.cgg.gov.in |
| Karnataka OBC/Minority Scholarship | Partial support | Karnataka OBC/Minority students. Apply via state portal |
| DSU Merit Scholarship | Partial fee waiver based on merit | Students with high DSAT scores or board merit. Contact DSU admissions |
| DSU Management Discretionary Scholarship | Need-based assistance | Economically weaker section students. Contact DSU scholarship cell |
- Apply to government scholarships immediately after admission confirmation.
- DSU Merit Scholarships are subject to university policy and annual review.
- Contact DSU scholarship cell for internal award details.
DSU Bangalore P.B.B.Sc. Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is P.B.B.Sc. Nursing at DSU Bangalore?
Ans. P.B.B.Sc. Nursing is a 2-year undergraduate bridge programme for GNM-registered nurses. It upgrades clinical and theoretical nursing knowledge to the B.Sc. degree level, qualifying graduates for senior staff nurse, charge nurse, and nursing educator roles. The programme is approved by the Indian Nursing Council and recognised by UGC.
Ques. What is the total fee for P.B.B.Sc. Nursing at DSU?
Ans. The total fee for P.B.B.Sc. Nursing at DSU Bangalore is INR 1,84,000. The annual fee is INR 92,000 per year. Hostel accommodation is optional and charged separately. Contact DSU admissions for the current hostel fee structure.
Ques. Who is eligible for P.B.B.Sc. Nursing at DSU?
Ans. Candidates must hold a GNM diploma from an INC-recognised institution with at least 55% marks, a valid RN/RM registration with the State Nursing Council, and have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Minimum 1 year of post-GNM clinical experience is required as per INC norms.
Ques. What career options are available after P.B.B.Sc. Nursing from DSU?
Ans. Graduates can work as senior staff nurses, charge nurses, clinical supervisors, nursing educators, and ward in-charge at multi-specialty hospitals, nursing colleges, community health centres, and government health institutions. The B.Sc. degree also qualifies graduates to apply for M.Sc. Nursing programmes at universities that require a B.Sc. Nursing for postgraduate admission.
Ques. How is admission to P.B.B.Sc. Nursing at DSU done?
Ans. Admission is merit-based on GNM marks and DSAT score. Candidates apply online at dsu.edu.in, upload required documents including GNM marksheets, RN/RM registration, 10+2 certificates, and experience proof, and are shortlisted for document verification. DSU offers 30 seats for the P.B.B.Sc. Nursing programme.
Ques. What is the clinical training structure for P.B.B.Sc. Nursing at DSU?
Ans. Clinical training is conducted at DSU-affiliated teaching hospitals in Bangalore. Students complete ward postings across medical, surgical, paediatric, obstetric, community health, and psychiatric nursing departments. Postings are structured to reinforce the theoretical content covered in the classroom, building competencies in patient assessment, nursing care planning, and evidence-based practice.