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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Elite College of Nursing, Koorkkenchery, Thrissur offers Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a 4-year full-time programme affiliated to the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and Kerala Nursing Council (KNC). The programme has an annual intake of 40 seats and admits students through the centralized LBS allotment process based on Class 12 merit with no separate entrance examination. Total programme fees are INR 34,000.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Provisional Rank List expected August 2026 (Tentative).
Elite Nursing Thrissur B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 8,500 per year |
| Total Fees (4 years) | INR 34,000 |
- Fee figures apply to government allotment seats and may differ for management quota seats.
- Hostel and other charges, if applicable, are levied separately by the college.
Elite Nursing Thrissur B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| LBS Online Application Opens | June 11, 2026 |
| Application Submission Closes | July 25, 2026 |
| Provisional Rank List | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Final Rank List | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Counselling Option Registration Closes | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| CAP Round 1 Allotment | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is through the LBS Centralised Allotment Process with no entrance examination.
- Applications were submitted online at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in during the registration window.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Pass in 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as core subjects.
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for general category candidates (45% for SC/ST).
- Minimum age of 17 years at the time of course commencement in the admission year.
- Maximum age of 35 years as of December 31, 2026.
- Kerala domicile is required for the government quota seats allotted through LBS Centre.
Admission Process
- Candidates registered on lbscentre.kerala.gov.in and submitted the online application by July 25, 2026.
- A provisional rank list is prepared based on normalised PCB marks from the qualifying examination.
- Eligible candidates register college and course preferences through the LBS online option registration portal.
- Seat allotment is issued in multiple Centralised Allotment Process rounds based on merit rank and category.
- Allotted candidates pay the token fee online and report to Elite College for document verification.
- Classes commence as per the academic calendar notified by KUHS for the 2026 to 2027 session.
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking a highly affordable INC-approved nursing programme near Thrissur.
- Targeting government-quota seats with regulated fees in Kerala.
- Preferring admission through a transparent merit-based state CAP process.
- Planning nursing careers in Kerala or Gulf countries after graduation.
✗ Skip if
- Needing a college with confirmed on-campus hostel facility.
- Wanting a large nursing college with more than 40 seats per batch.
- Targeting colleges with published NIRF ranking or national awards.
- Outside Kerala and ineligible for the LBS government quota process.
Elite Nursing Thrissur B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Tuition fee reimbursement | SC/ST students domiciled in Kerala |
| Kerala OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | Partial tuition assistance | OBC students with valid Kerala caste certificate |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per central scheme norms | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs |
| Kerala State Higher Education Scholarship | INR 3,000 per year | First graduate in family from Kerala with qualifying merit |
- State scholarship applications are submitted through the Kerala e-Grantz portal at egrantz.kerala.gov.in.
- Candidates must apply within deadlines notified by the respective government scheme each year.
Elite Nursing Thrissur B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at Elite College of Nursing Thrissur?
Ans. The total fee for B.Sc Nursing at Elite College of Nursing, Koorkkenchery, Thrissur is INR 34,000 for the full 4-year programme, which works out to INR 8,500 per year for government-allotted seats. Hostel and transport charges are levied separately. Management quota seats may carry a different fee structure set by the college management and verified through KUHS.
Ques. Is there an entrance exam for B.Sc Nursing admission at Elite College of Nursing?
Ans. No entrance exam is required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Elite College of Nursing, Thrissur. Kerala uses the LBS Centralised Allotment Process (CAP), which is entirely merit-based using PCB marks from the Class 12 board examination. Candidates register on lbscentre.kerala.gov.in and receive seat allotment based on their rank in the LBS merit list.
Ques. What is the intake and affiliation of Elite College of Nursing Koorkkenchery?
Ans. Elite College of Nursing, Koorkkenchery, Thrissur has an annual intake of 40 seats for the B.Sc Nursing programme. The college is affiliated to the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur, and is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Kerala Nursing Council (KNC). The college was established in 2011.
Ques. What is the eligibility for Kerala LBS B.Sc Nursing admission 2026?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as core subjects. The minimum aggregate required in PCB is 50% for general category candidates and 45% for SC/ST candidates. The minimum age is 17 years at course commencement and the maximum age is 35 years by December 31, 2026. Kerala domicile is required for government quota seats.
Ques. How does the LBS CAP process work for nursing admissions in Kerala?
Ans. The LBS Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) for nursing admissions is conducted by the LBS Centre for Science and Technology under the Kerala government. Candidates register online, a merit list is prepared based on normalised PCB scores, and seat allotment happens in multiple rounds. Allotted candidates pay a token fee online to confirm the seat and then report to the college for document verification.
Ques. What scholarships are available for nursing students at Elite College Thrissur?
Ans. Nursing students at Elite College of Nursing can apply for Kerala state government scholarships for SC/ST and OBC categories through the e-Grantz portal at egrantz.kerala.gov.in. The NSP Post-Matric Scholarship is available for eligible SC/ST candidates under the central government scheme. The Kerala State Higher Education Scholarship of INR 3,000 per year is available for first-generation graduates from Kerala.