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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Government Medical College Ernakulam’s affiliated Government College of Nursing, Kalamassery, offers a 4-year full-time B.Sc Nursing programme approved by the Indian Nursing Council and affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences. The total tuition fee for the programme is INR 81,650 and admission is through the LBS Centre for Science and Technology based on 10+2 merit in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The college has an annual intake of 60 students.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. LBS Centre rank list and first allotment expected August 2026.
GMC Ernakulam B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (4-Year Programme) | INR 81,650 |
| Total Fees (Tuition, 4 Years) | INR 81,650 |
- Hostel facility is available at the Government Medical College Ernakulam campus with charges payable separately.
- Government nursing college fees are determined by the Kerala government and may be revised each academic year.
GMC Ernakulam B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| LBS Centre Application Opened | 11 June 2026 |
| LBS Centre Application Closed | 22 July 2026 |
| Application Status Publication | 28 July 2026 |
| Provisional Rank List | August 2026 |
| First Allotment Round | August 2026 |
| Reporting to College | September 2026 |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 |
- All seats are filled through the LBS Centre Kerala centralized allotment process at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in.
- The LBS Centre application fee was INR 800 for general category and INR 400 for SC/ST category candidates.
- Option registration must be completed online within the window announced after rank list publication.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from the Kerala Board or an equivalent board recognized by Kerala University of Health Sciences.
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in the qualifying examination (40% for SC/ST candidates).
- Minimum age of 17 years by December 31, 2026.
- NEET-UG score is not required for B.Sc Nursing admission through the LBS Centre Kerala process.
Admission Process
- Register online at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in during the notified application window and upload the required documents.
- Pay the LBS Centre application fee of INR 800 (general) or INR 400 (SC/ST) online or through a Federal Bank branch.
- Check application status on 28 July 2026 and resolve any verification queries before the rank list is published.
- Register college and course preferences during the option registration window after the provisional rank list is released.
- Check the round-wise allotment result and report to Government College of Nursing Ernakulam with original certificates by the reporting date.
- Complete fee payment and joining formalities at the college to confirm the B.Sc Nursing seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- Low-fee B.Sc Nursing from a Kerala government college is the aim.
- Admission based on 10+2 merit without NEET-UG is preferred.
- Clinical training at Government Medical College Ernakulam hospital is acceptable.
- KUHS-affiliated degree with INC recognition for government nursing careers is the goal.
✗ Skip if
- A dedicated nursing campus separate from the medical college is preferred.
- Private nursing college with stronger placement records and industry ties is needed.
- High competitive exam scores qualify for AIIMS nursing or armed forces nursing.
GMC Ernakulam B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students (NSP) | Tuition fee and maintenance as per NSP norms | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per year |
| Central Sector Scholarship Scheme | As per CSS norms | Top 20 percentile in 12th with family income below INR 4.5 lakh |
| Kerala State Scholarship for Nursing Students | As per state norms | Kerala domicile students with financial need and academic merit |
- NSP scholarships are applied for annually via scholarships.gov.in before the closing date.
- State scholarships for Kerala domicile nursing students are available through welfarescholarship.kerala.gov.in.
- Scholarship continuation requires minimum attendance and passing marks in each semester.
GMC Ernakulam B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at Government Medical College Ernakulam?
Ans. The total tuition fee for B.Sc Nursing at Government Medical College Ernakulam is INR 81,650 for the complete 4-year programme. This covers government-rate tuition for the Government College of Nursing affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences. Hostel facility is available at the campus with charges payable separately. Students should confirm the current fee with the college admissions office before joining.
Ques. Is NEET-UG required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Government Medical College Ernakulam?
Ans. No, NEET-UG is not required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Government Medical College Ernakulam. Admission is conducted by the LBS Centre for Science and Technology, Kerala, through a centralized allotment based entirely on your 10+2 marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. You must secure a minimum of 50% aggregate in PCB. The LBS Centre publishes a merit-based rank list and allocates seats through multiple allotment rounds across all government nursing colleges in Kerala.
Ques. What is the LBS Centre admission process for B.Sc Nursing at GMC Ernakulam?
Ans. The LBS Centre Kerala conducts B.Sc Nursing admissions through an online centralized allotment. In 2026, applications opened on 11 June and closed on 22 July 2026 through lbscentre.kerala.gov.in. After the rank list is released in August 2026, candidates register college and course preferences online. Seats are allotted based on rank and preferences in multiple rounds. Candidates must report to Government College of Nursing Ernakulam with original certificates and complete fee payment.
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for B.Sc Nursing at Government College of Nursing Ernakulam?
Ans. Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from the Kerala Board or a recognized equivalent. A minimum of 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology is required (40% for SC/ST candidates). The minimum age is 17 years by December 31, 2026. NEET-UG is not required and selection is based entirely on 10+2 merit through the LBS Centre centralized allotment.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from Government Medical College Ernakulam?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates from Government Medical College Ernakulam can appear for Kerala PSC Staff Nurse recruitment for government hospitals. They are eligible for central government nursing officer posts in AIIMS and government medical institutions. Private hospitals in Ernakulam and Kochi actively recruit B.Sc Nursing graduates as staff nurses. After two years of clinical experience, graduates may pursue M.Sc Nursing for nursing education and advanced practice roles.
Ques. What scholarships are available for B.Sc Nursing students at Government Medical College Ernakulam?
Ans. SC/ST students can apply for the National Post-Matric Scholarship through scholarships.gov.in annually. Students in the top 20 percentile of 12th with family income below INR 4.5 lakh may apply for the Central Sector Scholarship. Kerala government scholarships for nursing students are available through welfarescholarship.kerala.gov.in for domicile students with financial need. All scholarships require valid Aadhaar and bank account details for direct transfer and must be renewed annually.