Fees
Fees at Indira Gandhi Medical College for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program involve a first-year tuition fee of INR 60,000, followed by INR 50,000 per annum for the subsequent three years. The annual hostel fees amount to INR 24,000, not including mess charges, with an additional security deposit of INR 3,000.
During the fifth year, which includes an internship, students receive a stipend of approximately INR 20,000 per month. Scholarships are available through the state government for first-year students. No concessions are provided for any category, and no additional charges, except mess bills, are specified.
About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC), Shimla, offers a 4-year B.Sc Nursing at Sister Nivedita Government College of Nursing with 60 seats. Admission is through the AMRU HP BSc Nursing Entrance Exam, restricted to female Bonafide Himachali candidates aged 17 to 35. The total course fee is INR 66,250 across four years. The program is approved by the Indian Nursing Council and affiliated to HP University, Shimla.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 23 July 2026.
Key Points
- Female-only program at Sister Nivedita Government College of Nursing, IGMC Shimla
- Clinical rotations cover ICU, emergency, OT, maternity, and paediatric wards at IGMC’s teaching hospital
- HP Nursing Council registration on graduation enables practice across India and internationally
IGMC Shimla B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Fee | INR 19,000 |
| Year 2 Fee | INR 18,000 |
| Year 3 Fee | INR 18,500 |
| Year 4 Fee | INR 10,750 |
| Total Fees (4-year program) | INR 66,250 |
- Fees are paid year-by-year at the start of each academic session.
- No separate hostel fee structure was published for this program at the time of writing.
IGMC Shimla B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| AMRU BSc Nursing Application Opened | July 16, 2026 |
| AMRU BSc Nursing Application Closes | July 23, 2026 |
| Credential Correction Deadline | July 26, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | July 29, 2026 |
| AMRU HP BSc Nursing Entrance Exam | August 2, 2026 |
| AMRU Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Entrance exam is offline with 100 MCQs over 2 hours and has no negative marking.
- Exam and counselling details are published on amruhp.ac.in after the result.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Female candidates only
- Bonafide Himachali or ward of HP government or autonomous body employee
- Age 17 to 35 years at admission (relaxed to 40 for SC/ST reserved categories)
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories)
- Minimum qualifying score in AMRU HP BSc Nursing Entrance Exam: 35% for General and 30% for reserved
Admission Process
- Register and apply online on the AMRU portal (amruhp.ac.in) before July 23, 2026
- Download the admit card from July 29, 2026 and appear for the entrance exam on August 2, 2026
- Merit list is prepared based on entrance exam score and qualifying exam marks
- Participate in AMRU centralised online counselling for college and seat preference filling
- Accept seat allotment at IGMC, complete document verification, and pay fees to confirm admission
✓ Opt for this if
- Female HP domicile seeking nursing education at low government college fees
- Want broad clinical training across multiple departments at a major teaching hospital
- Planning to work in HP government hospitals or apply for central government nursing posts
- Interested in international nursing careers after HP Nursing Council registration
✗ Skip if
- Not a Bonafide Himachali or female candidate
- Above 35 years and outside the age relaxation limit
- Prefer a nursing program in a metro city with private hospital tie-ups
- Already hold a GNM and want direct entry into PBB.Sc Nursing instead
IGMC Shimla B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| HP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC) | Fee reimbursement and maintenance | SC students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per year |
| HP Post-Matric Scholarship (ST) | Fee reimbursement and maintenance | ST students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per year |
| HP Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC) | Fee reimbursement | OBC students with family income below INR 1 lakh per year |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based with family income below INR 4.5 lakh per year |
- Apply on hpbocw.hp.gov.in or scholarships.gov.in at the beginning of each academic session.
IGMC Shimla B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the AMRU HP BSc Nursing Entrance Exam and how is it used for admission?
Ans. The AMRU HP BSc Nursing Entrance Exam is a state-level written test conducted by Atal Medical and Research University for admissions to government B.Sc Nursing colleges across Himachal Pradesh. The exam consists of 100 MCQs in 2 hours with no negative marking, covering topics from the 10+2 PCB syllabus. The 2026 exam is scheduled for August 2, 2026. Candidates must register on amruhp.ac.in by July 23, 2026 to be eligible.
Ques. Can male students apply for B.Sc Nursing at IGMC Shimla?
Ans. No. B.Sc Nursing at Sister Nivedita Government College of Nursing, IGMC Shimla, is open exclusively to female candidates. This is a condition set by the AMRU 2026 admissions notification. Male candidates interested in nursing must look for B.Sc Nursing programs at institutions that have opened co-education nursing colleges, which is increasingly common in private nursing colleges across India.
Ques. What is the year-wise fee structure for B.Sc Nursing at IGMC Shimla?
Ans. The total fee for the 4-year B.Sc Nursing program at IGMC Shimla is INR 66,250, structured as Year 1: INR 19,000, Year 2: INR 18,000, Year 3: INR 18,500, and Year 4: INR 10,750. Fees are paid at the beginning of each academic year. The decreasing fee in the final year reflects the completion of most academic components by Year 4. These figures are drawn from AMRU official counselling fee notifications.
Ques. What clinical departments do B.Sc Nursing students train in at IGMC Shimla?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing students at Sister Nivedita Government College of Nursing receive clinical training at IGMC’s multi-specialty teaching hospital in Shimla, which includes rotations in medical-surgical wards, intensive care units (ICU), emergency and casualty departments, operation theatres, maternity and obstetrics, paediatrics, psychiatry, and community health settings. The breadth of exposure prepares graduates for staff nurse roles across diverse healthcare environments.
Ques. What are the career opportunities after B.Sc Nursing from IGMC Shimla?
Ans. Graduates can apply for Staff Nurse posts through Himachal Pradesh Staff Nurse Recruitment Board and HPPSC. Central government openings through AIIMS, ESIC, railways, and defence services regularly recruit B.Sc Nursing holders. With HP Nursing Council registration, graduates can also apply for nursing positions abroad, particularly in the UK, Middle East, and Canada, where Indian nursing degrees from recognised institutions are accepted. PG Nursing (MSc Nursing) is also a post-graduation option.
Ques. Is there an age limit for B.Sc Nursing admission at IGMC and can it be relaxed?
Ans. The standard age limit for B.Sc Nursing at IGMC Shimla through AMRU counselling is 17 to 35 years. Reserved category candidates (SC/ST) receive a relaxation of up to 5 additional years, making the upper limit 40 years for those categories. The minimum age of 17 is non-negotiable and must be met by the date of admission. Age proof documents are verified at the time of document verification during the counselling process.