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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Dr. DY Patil Vidyapeeth, Pimpri, Pune, offers a 4-year B.Sc Nursing program approved by INC. The program is delivered through the university’s School of Nursing, with clinical training conducted at the on-campus Dr. DY Patil Hospital and Research Centre, a 900-bed teaching hospital. Admission is through AIAHCET, and the total tuition fee for the full program is INR 5,80,000. The college has an annual intake of 200 seats, including 170 General Category (85%) and 30 NRI/PIO/Foreign National seats (15%).
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 31 July 2026.
DPU B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 1,45,000 |
| Hostel Charges (per year, optional) | INR 3,05,000 |
| Total Tuition (4 years) | INR 5,80,000 |
- Skill Lab Fees of INR 10,000
- The Annual fee shall be increased by 3% each year
- Hostel charges are optional and are billed separately from the tuition total above.
- Semester-wise fee payment is available for all enrolled nursing students.
DPU B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
Admission is based on the All India Nursing Entrance Test (AINET 2026) conducted by DY Patil Vidyapeeth.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline (Without Late Fee) | June 15, 2026 |
| Application Deadline (With Late Fee) | June 22, 2026 |
| AINET 2026 Entrance Test | June 28, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | To be notified on the Vidyapeeth website |
| Counselling Schedule | To be notified on the Vidyapeeth website |
| College Reopens | August 01, 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 (HSC or equivalent) from a recognised board.
- Studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as compulsory subjects.
- Minimum qualifying marks:
- 45% aggregate in PCB for General category.
- 40% aggregate in PCB for SC/ST candidates.
- Must be 17 years or above on or before 31 December 2026.
- Candidates appearing for the Class 12 examination in 2026 are also eligible to apply.
- Foreign/NRI applicants must possess equivalent qualifications recognised by DPU.
- NEET UG score is NOT required for admission.
Admission Process
- Register online for AINET 2026 conducted by DPU.
- Complete the online application and upload the required documents.
- Pay the entrance test fee online.
- Appear for the 100-mark AINET examination.
- Check the merit list published by DPU.
- Attend counselling and document verification.
- Pay the admission fee to confirm the allotted seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- Clinical training at an on-campus 900-bed teaching hospital is the priority
- A deemed university degree without NEET dependence is preferred
- Continuing to M.Sc Nursing within DPU is part of the academic plan
- Semester-wise fee flexibility aligns with current financial planning
✗ Skip if
- A government nursing college or state-quota seat is the preference
- Total tuition of INR 5.8 Lakhs exceeds the budget without scholarship support
- A long-term nursing career is planned entirely outside Maharashtra
DPU B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Benefit | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| DPU Merit Scholarship | INR 3,000 per year | Top 30% students in first-year university examination |
| Maharashtra OBC Scholarship | Up to 50% tuition fee assistance | OBC students with valid Maharashtra domicile |
| Maharashtra SC/ST Scholarship | Tuition fee assistance as per Government norms | Eligible SC/ST students with valid Maharashtra domicile |
- DPU Merit Scholarship cannot be combined with other university-funded scholarships.
- Government scholarship applications are submitted through the Maharashtra scholarship portal.
DPU B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is NEET required for B.Sc Nursing admission at DPU Pimpri?
Ans. NEET is not required for B.Sc Nursing at Dr. DY Patil Vidyapeeth. The university conducts its own entrance test, AIAHCET (All India Allied Health Common Entrance Test), for this programme. Candidates register separately for AIAHCET, appear for the exam, and then apply to DPU during the admission window using their scorecard. Seat allotment is completed through DPU’s internal merit-based counselling, entirely independent of the NEET score.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at DPU over the full 4-year duration?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme at Dr. DY Patil Vidyapeeth is INR 5,80,000, charged at INR 1,45,000 per year. Hostel accommodation at the Pimpri campus costs INR 3,05,000 per year and is optional. Hostel fees are billed separately and are not included in the tuition total. Semester-wise payment is available for enrolled students, making fee management more flexible.
Ques. Which hospital do B.Sc Nursing students use for clinical training at DPU?
Ans. DPU nursing students complete all clinical rotations at Dr. DY Patil Hospital and Research Centre, the university’s own 900-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital on the Pimpri campus. The hospital covers departments including general medicine, surgery, obstetrics, gynaecology, paediatrics, orthopaedics, and community health. Having the training hospital on campus means students get hands-on exposure every day without commuting to an external facility.
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for B.Sc Nursing at DPU?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects, with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST candidates). The minimum age is 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year. A medical fitness certificate from a registered practitioner is mandatory at the time of document verification, and candidates must also have qualified AIAHCET.
Ques. Can B.Sc Nursing graduates from DPU continue for M.Sc Nursing at the same university?
Ans. Yes. Dr. DY Patil Vidyapeeth offers M.Sc Nursing programmes at its Pimpri campus. Graduates of the B.Sc Nursing programme at DPU are eligible to apply for M.Sc Nursing, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria and available seats at the time of application. Pursuing both programmes within the same university provides academic continuity and access to the same clinical infrastructure and faculty network.
Ques. What is the 2026 admission timeline for B.Sc Nursing at DPU?
Ans. The AIAHCET entrance exam was held on 28 June 2026. The DPU application window opened on 8 July 2026 and remains open until 31 July 2026. Counselling and seat allotment are expected to take place in August 2026, with classes tentatively commencing in September 2026. Candidates should regularly check the official DPU admissions portal at dpu.edu.in for the latest updates and any changes to the schedule.