About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
HKES College of Nursing (HKE Society’s College of Nursing), Gulbarga, Karnataka, offers a 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and approved by the Indian Nursing Council. Admission is based on KCET scores through the KEA centralized counselling process, with an intake of 60 seats. Total fees for the 4-year programme are INR 2,40,000 at INR 60,000 per year, making it an affordable option in North Karnataka.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
HKES College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 60,000 |
| Total Fees (4 years) | INR 2,40,000 |
- Fee figures are from the 2025-26 academic session.
- Education loan facilities are available through major banks.
HKES College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET Registration Opens | Jan 16, 2026 |
| KCET Registration Closes | Feb 27, 2026 |
| KCET Admit Card Release | Apr 10, 2026 |
| KCET Exam Date | Apr 22 to Apr 24, 2026 |
| KCET Answer Key Release | May 10, 2026 |
| KCET Result | Jun 6, 2026 |
| KEA Nursing Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- Karnataka B.Sc Nursing admission is through KEA counselling based on KCET PCB scores.
- Non-Karnataka candidates are not eligible for government quota or reservation seats through KEA.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as compulsory subjects.
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (40% for Karnataka SC/ST/OBC).
- Must have appeared for and qualified the KCET conducted by KEA in PCB subjects.
- Karnataka domicile requirement applies for state quota and reservation benefits.
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31 of the year of admission.
Admission Process
- Appear for KCET conducted by KEA in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology subjects.
- Register on the KEA portal for B.Sc Nursing counselling after KCET result declaration.
- Submit required documents including KCET score card, 10+2 mark sheet, and domicile proof.
- Merit list is prepared based on KCET PCB scores and applicable reservation norms under RGUHS guidelines.
- Participate in KEA online option registration and lock college and course preferences.
- Pay admission fee upon allotment and report to the college for document verification and final enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking RGUHS-affiliated nursing education in Gulbarga or North Karnataka.
- Karnataka resident eligible for KCET state quota and reservation benefits.
- Looking for an affordable trust-funded nursing college in the Kalaburagi region.
- Planning to practice nursing in government or district-level hospitals in Karnataka.
✗ Skip if
- Non-Karnataka candidate seeking government quota or reservation benefits.
- Expecting a large city campus with extensive placement network in metro hospitals.
- Seeking a nursing college with strong published campus placement statistics.
HKES College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Post-matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Varies by category | SC/ST students with family income below the state threshold |
| Karnataka OBC Scholarship | Varies | OBC students from Karnataka with valid caste certificate |
| Karnataka Minority Scholarship | Varies | Students from minority communities in Karnataka |
| HKE Society Merit Scholarship | Varies | Meritorious students based on academic performance |
- Government scholarships must be applied through the Karnataka state scholarship portal.
- Valid caste or income certificate is required for state scholarship eligibility.
HKES College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is B.Sc Nursing admission at HKES College through NEET or KCET?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing admission at HKES College of Nursing, Gulbarga, is through the KCET conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority, not through NEET-UG. As per Karnataka government order, candidates must register for KCET and appear in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology papers. Allotment is done through the KEA centralized counselling process based on KCET PCB scores and Karnataka reservation norms under RGUHS guidelines.
Ques. What is the KCET cutoff for B.Sc Nursing at HKES College of Nursing Gulbarga?
Ans. HKES College of Nursing does not publish a fixed KCET cutoff for B.Sc Nursing. The closing rank varies each year depending on the number of KCET applicants, available seats, and category-wise reservation norms. Candidates can track previous year closing ranks for each college through the KEA portal after all allotment rounds are published. The college has 60 seats in its B.Sc Nursing programme.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at HKES College of Nursing?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme at HKES College of Nursing, Gulbarga, is INR 2,40,000 at INR 60,000 per year as of the 2025-26 academic session. This makes it one of the more affordable nursing programmes in Karnataka. Education loan facilities are available through major nationalised banks for eligible students admitted through KEA counselling.
Ques. Can non-Karnataka candidates apply for B.Sc Nursing at HKES College?
Ans. Non-Karnataka candidates can register for KCET and apply for B.Sc Nursing through KEA, but they are not eligible for government quota seats or Karnataka state reservation benefits. They are assigned clause Y in the KEA application and can only be considered for management quota seats. Non-Karnataka candidates interested in management quota admission should contact the HKES College of Nursing, Gulbarga, directly for seat availability and management quota fee details.
Ques. What are the career options after B.Sc Nursing from HKES College?
Ans. Graduates of B.Sc Nursing from HKES College of Nursing, Gulbarga, can work in government hospitals, district health facilities, private hospitals, and community health centres across Karnataka and other states. The college also offers M.Sc Nursing for those who wish to pursue postgraduate studies. International nursing career pathways, including NCLEX for the USA and licensing pathways for the Middle East, are also available to B.Sc Nursing graduates.
Ques. Is HKES College of Nursing a government or private institution?
Ans. HKES College of Nursing is a private aided institution managed by the HKE Society (Hyderabad Karnataka Education Society), Gulbarga. The society has a long history of running educational institutions across the North Karnataka region. The college is affiliated to RGUHS (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences) and is approved by the Indian Nursing Council. Students from Karnataka are eligible for state government scholarships and KCET quota seats.