Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences for the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) program include several components. The tuition fee for management quota students is approximately INR 1,00,000 per year, accumulating to INR 4,00,000 for the entire course. The admission fee is INR 45,000. Additional costs include a caution fee, lab fee, and library fee, amounting to INR 20,000.
College fees for some are INR 30,000 per year, with scholarship opportunities that can provide up to INR 25,000. For students with scholarships, the total course fee may reduce to INR 50,000. Some students may pay additional charges of INR 8,000 during their first year for library and other expenses.
Fee reimbursement options and specific scholarships, such as INR 5,000 for SC category students, are available.
About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) affiliates all nursing colleges in Telangana and conducts state-level counselling for BSc Nursing admission. The programme is four years full-time covering medical-surgical nursing, obstetric nursing, paediatric nursing, and community health nursing. Annual fees under state quota at KNRUHS affiliated private nursing colleges are INR 85,000 per year. Admission does not require NEET and is based on Class 12 PCB marks.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
KNRUHS BSc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition (state quota, private colleges) | INR 85,000 per year |
| Annual Tuition (management quota, private colleges) | INR 1,75,000 per year |
| Hostel Charges (optional, varies by college) | As per affiliated college |
| Total Fees (State Quota, 4 years) | INR 3,40,000 |
- Government nursing colleges affiliated to KNRUHS charge lower annual fees than private colleges.
- Management quota fees at private nursing colleges are INR 1,75,000 per year.
- Hostel and mess charges are levied separately and vary by individual affiliated college.
- Counselling registration fee is INR 2,000 for OC and BC and INR 1,600 for SC and ST categories.
KNRUHS BSc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KNRUHS BSc Nursing Counselling Registration | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Web Options Entry | August to September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- NEET UG is not required for BSc Nursing admission through KNRUHS counselling.
- Admission is merit-based on 10+2 PCB aggregate marks with Telangana domicile for state quota.
- All 85% state quota BSc Nursing seats are managed through the KNRUHS centralised counselling portal.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as compulsory subjects with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC and ST)
- For Telangana state quota: completed schooling from Class 6 to Class 12 in Telangana, or holds a valid Telangana domicile certificate
- Minimum age of 17 years as of 31 December 2026 as per Indian Nursing Council norms
- Male candidates are eligible for BSc Nursing admission through KNRUHS counselling
Admission Process
- Register on the KNRUHS nursing counselling portal during the registration window in August 2026
- Upload Class 12 mark sheet, domicile certificate, category certificate, and migration certificate if applicable
- Pay the counselling registration fee online before the deadline
- Enter preferred KNRUHS affiliated nursing colleges in order during the web options entry window
- Seat allotment is released based on 10+2 PCB marks, category, and option preferences
- Report to the allotted nursing college with original documents for verification and fee payment within the reporting deadline
✓ Opt for this if
- Based in Telangana with Class 12 PCB and want a professional nursing career
- Seeking a four-year clinical degree with bedside patient care training at KNRUHS affiliated hospitals
- NEET score is not sufficient for MBBS but a health sciences career is the goal
- Planning to work in government or private hospitals as a registered nurse
✗ Skip if
- NEET UG score is high enough for MBBS, BAMS, or BDS admission
- Preference is for a non-clinical science career rather than direct patient care
- No Telangana domicile and preference is for a college in another state
KNRUHS BSc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC and ST | Course fee plus maintenance | SC or ST candidates enrolled in recognised nursing programmes at KNRUHS affiliated colleges |
| Telangana BC EBC Scholarship | As per state norms | BC and EBC candidates domiciled in Telangana pursuing recognised undergraduate nursing courses |
| EWS Scholarship | As per NSP norms | Economically Weaker Section candidates with income certificate from competent authority |
| Central Sector Scholarship | INR 12,000 per year | Candidates in top 20th percentile of Class 12 with family income below INR 8 lakh |
- Apply for central scholarships at scholarships.gov.in before the October cutoff each year.
- Telangana state scholarships cover a significant portion of state quota fees for eligible SC and ST students.
KNRUHS BSc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is NEET required for BSc Nursing admission through KNRUHS?
Ans. No, NEET UG is not required for BSc Nursing admission through KNRUHS. Unlike MBBS, BDS, and AYUSH courses, BSc Nursing admission in Telangana is based on 10+2 marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English. Candidates register on the KNRUHS nursing counselling portal during the admission window and seat allotment is done based on Class 12 PCB aggregate and category.
Ques. What is the total fee for BSc Nursing through KNRUHS affiliated colleges?
Ans. Annual fees under state quota at KNRUHS affiliated private nursing colleges are INR 85,000 per year, making the total for the four-year programme INR 3,40,000. Government nursing colleges affiliated to KNRUHS charge substantially lower fees. Management quota fees at private colleges are INR 1,75,000 per year. Hostel and mess charges are not included and are charged separately by each affiliated nursing college.
Ques. What is the eligibility for BSc Nursing through KNRUHS counselling?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as compulsory subjects with minimum 45% marks for General category (40% for SC and ST). For Telangana state quota, candidates must have studied from Class 6 to Class 12 in Telangana or hold a valid domicile certificate. The minimum age is 17 years as of 31 December 2026 as per Indian Nursing Council norms. Male candidates are eligible.
Ques. Can male candidates apply for BSc Nursing through KNRUHS?
Ans. Yes, male candidates are eligible to apply for BSc Nursing through KNRUHS counselling. Indian Nursing Council regulations permit male nursing students in BSc Nursing programmes at recognised affiliated colleges. Male candidates follow the same eligibility criteria, fee structure, and counselling process as female candidates for state quota BSc Nursing seats at KNRUHS affiliated colleges in Telangana.
Ques. What are the career options after BSc Nursing through KNRUHS?
Ans. After completing BSc Nursing from a KNRUHS affiliated college, graduates register with the Telangana State Nursing Council as Registered Nurses. Career options include working in government and private hospitals, ICUs, operation theatres, and community health centres. Graduates may pursue MSc Nursing for specialisation and teaching roles. Government sector nursing posts through TSPSC and central government hospital recruitment are also open to BSc Nursing graduates.
Ques. When does KNRUHS BSc Nursing counselling begin for 2026-27?
Ans. KNRUHS BSc Nursing counselling for the 2026-27 academic year is expected to begin in August 2026, following the declaration of NEET UG results and 10+2 results. The counselling portal and schedule are announced at knruhs.telangana.gov.in. Multiple rounds of seat allotment are conducted in September and October, with classes expected to commence in November 2026. Candidates should regularly check the official KNRUHS website for updates.