About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
GNSU’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing is a 4-year full-time programme at the INC-approved Narayan Nursing College, Sasaram, Bihar. Candidates must have completed 10+2 with PCB and English with a minimum of 50% marks and be at least 17 years of age. The first-year fee is INR 2,37,500, and the programme prepares graduates as registered nurses for hospitals, community health centres, and nursing institutions across India.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is October 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- INC-approved Narayan Nursing College on the GNSU campus with on-site hospital for clinical rotations
- Students from NIOS with 50% marks in qualifying subjects are also eligible for admission
- Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31 of the year of admission is a mandatory criterion
GNSU B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Annual) | INR 1,82,000 |
| Exam Fee (Annual) | INR 15,000 |
| Miscellaneous (Annual) | INR 25,000 |
| Admission Fee (One-time) | INR 5,000 |
| Registration Fee (One-time) | INR 5,500 |
| Caution Money (Refundable) | INR 5,000 |
| Hostel Fee (Optional, Annual) | INR 62,400 |
| Total Fees (4-Year Course, without hostel) | INR 9,03,500 |
- Annual tuition increases by a minimum of 5% from the second year onwards.
- Caution money of INR 5,000 is refundable on completion of the course.
- Hostel fee is charged separately and is not included in the 4-year total above.
GNSU B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| GNSU Application Window Open | July 2026 (Ongoing) |
| Document Verification at Narayan Nursing College | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List Publication | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is merit-based on 10+2 PCB and English marks.
- Medical fitness certificate is required at the time of final admission confirmation.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects with minimum 50% aggregate marks
- Students from NIOS with 50% marks in the relevant subjects are also eligible
- Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31 of the year of admission
- Medical fitness is required and will be verified before final admission confirmation
Admission Process
- Apply online at the GNSU portal with 10+2 mark sheets, date of birth certificate, and identity documents
- Submit medical fitness certificate from a registered medical officer along with the application
- Attend document verification and counselling at Narayan Nursing College, GNSU campus
- Receive merit-based seat allotment and pay first-year fees to confirm the seat
- Collect nursing college ID and hostel allotment before the first academic session begins
✓ Opt for this if
- Wanting INC-approved nursing training with on-campus hospital clinical exposure
- Committed to a healthcare career as a registered nurse in India
- Coming from Bihar and preferring a university-level nursing programme close to home
- Eligible via NIOS with 50% marks in qualifying subjects
✗ Skip if
- Expecting starting salary packages above INR 5 Lakhs immediately after graduation
- Preferring a metro-city college with placements in tier-1 corporate hospital networks
- Planning international nursing practice requiring a college with a global nursing network
GNSU B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | INR 12,000 per year | Top 20th percentile in Class 12, family income under INR 8 Lakhs per year |
| Bihar Government Post-Matric Scholarship | Tuition fee and maintenance allowance | Bihar domicile SC/ST/OBC/EBC students |
| Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme | Loan up to INR 4,00,000 | Bihar domicile students for higher education financing |
| Gopal Narayan Singh Meritorious Scholarship | Awarded annually on merit | Top-ranking students in each academic batch at GNSU |
- NSP and Bihar Post-Matric scholarship applications submitted through scholarships.gov.in.
- Bihar Student Credit Card is an educational loan scheme, not a direct grant or fee waiver.
GNSU B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is NEET required for B.Sc Nursing admission at GNSU?
Ans. The GNSU B.Sc Nursing programme admits students on the basis of merit in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with a minimum of 50% marks. The official GNSU eligibility criteria do not specify NEET as a mandatory requirement. Candidates are advised to confirm the latest admission norms with the Narayan Nursing College admissions office before applying.
Ques. What is the minimum age for B.Sc Nursing at GNSU?
Ans. The minimum age requirement for B.Sc Nursing at GNSU is 17 years as of December 31 of the year of admission. This is an INC-mandated condition for all B.Sc Nursing programmes in India. Candidates must be at least 17 years old by the last day of December in the year they seek admission to be eligible.
Ques. Are NIOS students eligible for B.Sc Nursing at GNSU?
Ans. Yes, students who have completed their 10+2 or equivalent examination from the National Institute of Open Schooling with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English are eligible to apply for B.Sc Nursing at GNSU. This makes the programme accessible to a wider pool of candidates who studied through open schooling.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at GNSU?
Ans. The first-year fee for B.Sc Nursing at GNSU is INR 2,37,500, which includes annual tuition of INR 1,82,000, exam fee of INR 15,000, miscellaneous charges of INR 25,000, and one-time fees of INR 15,500. The estimated 4-year total at the 2026 fee level is INR 9,03,500, before any annual upward revision. Hostel charges are separate.
Ques. What clinical exposure do B.Sc Nursing students get at GNSU?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing students at GNSU receive clinical training at Narayan Hospital, the on-campus hospital at the GNSU campus in Sasaram. Clinical rotations form a core part of the INC-approved curriculum, covering medical, surgical, paediatric, gynaecology, and community health nursing. The on-campus hospital arrangement ensures consistent bedside training without the need to travel to external facilities.
Ques. What are the career options after B.Sc Nursing from GNSU?
Ans. Graduates can work as staff nurses in government and private hospitals, community health nurses, or nursing educators after additional qualifications. Opportunities exist in AIIMS, ESIC, state government hospitals, defence services, and private hospital chains. Those interested in research or academic nursing can pursue M.Sc Nursing after gaining the required work experience.