About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
KLE University, Belagavi, offers a 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme at KLE’s Institute of Nursing Sciences with an intake of 100 seats. Admission is through KAHER-AIET or KCET with 45% in 10+2 PCB. The total tuition fee is INR 5,89,000. KLE University is ranked #15 in Paramedical by an external review site 2026, with clinical training at the attached KLES Dr Prabhakar Kore Hospital.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling Rounds begin August 2026 (Tentative).
KLE B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Year | Tuition Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | INR 1,51,000 |
| Year 2 | INR 1,46,000 |
| Year 3 | INR 1,46,000 |
| Year 4 | INR 1,46,000 |
| Total Tuition (4 years) | INR 5,89,000 |
- Hostel charges are separate at INR 95,200 to INR 99,200 per year for female students.
- Fee structure is for 2025-26 and is subject to revision for 2026-27.
KLE B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KAHER-AIET 2026 Exam | May 10, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Results | June 6, 2026 |
| KCET Round 1 Option Entry | June 22 to June 30, 2026 |
| KCET Round 1 Provisional Allotment | July 13, 2026 |
| KCET Round 1 Final Allotment | July 14 to July 15, 2026 |
- KCET Round 2 and Mop-up Round for B.Sc Nursing are expected in August to September 2026.
- KAHER-AIET admissions run parallel to KCET through the KAHER centralised counselling process.
- Non-Karnataka candidates are admitted through KAHER-AIET merit only and are not eligible for KCET quota.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board
- Minimum 45% aggregate in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates from Karnataka)
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31, 2026 and a medical fitness certificate required at admission
Admission Process
- Qualify KCET or appear for KAHER-AIET and register on the respective portal
- Check the merit list or KCET allotment and register for KAHER or KEA counselling accordingly
- Fill college preferences during choice filling window as notified by KEA or KAHER
- Accept the allotted seat and report to KLE’s Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi, for document verification
- Produce 10+2 mark sheets, transfer certificate, medical fitness certificate, and community certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the admission fee to confirm the seat before the deadline
✓ Opt for this if
- You want INC-approved B.Sc Nursing with large batch size of 100 seats
- KCET score gives you a cost-effective entry compared to deemed university management quota
- You plan to pursue M.Sc Nursing or NPCC after graduation at KLE itself
- Clinical training at a 1,000-bed teaching hospital in Belagavi suits your learning preference
✗ Skip if
- You need a nursing college in Bangalore or a metro city for placement proximity
- Total 4-year fee of INR 5.89 Lakhs exceeds your budget without scholarship support
- You want structured campus placement with corporate hospital tie-ups
KLE B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| SSP Scholarship (Karnataka) | Varies by category | Karnataka domicile SC/ST/OBC/Minority nursing students |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | Varies | EWS and Minority category students via scholarships.gov.in |
| KAHER Need-cum-Merit Scholarship | Partial tuition waiver | Students with financial need and academic merit at KAHER |
| Government Post-Matric (SC/ST) | INR 20,000 to INR 30,000 per year | SC/ST students as per Karnataka Social Welfare Department norms |
- SSP scholarship applications for Karnataka students go to the state single scholarship portal.
- KAHER institutional scholarships require submission to the Student Welfare Office at the time of admission.
KLE B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is NEET required for B.Sc Nursing admission at KLE University?
Ans. No, NEET UG is not required for B.Sc Nursing admission at KLE University. Karnataka-domicile students are admitted through KCET conducted by Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), while other students qualify through KAHER-AIET. Only MBBS, BDS, and BAMS programmes require NEET UG at KLE. B.Sc Nursing applicants must secure the required percentage in 10+2 PCB and qualify the relevant state or university entrance test.
Ques. What specialisations or career options does B.Sc Nursing from KLE University open?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates from KLE can pursue M.Sc Nursing at KLE’s Institute of Nursing Sciences or other universities, with specialisations in Medical-Surgical, Paediatric, Psychiatric, or Obstetric Nursing. Direct employment options include government hospital recruitment through KPSC and NHM Karnataka, private hospitals, and international nursing jobs in the UK, UAE, and Canada after obtaining RN/RM registration. The NPCC (Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care) is also available at KLE post B.Sc Nursing.
Ques. What clinical facilities are available for B.Sc Nursing students at KLE Belagavi?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing students at KLE receive clinical training at KLES Dr Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC, a multispecialty teaching hospital with over 1,000 beds. The hospital covers departments including General Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics, Paediatrics, Cardiac Care, and Orthopaedics. Community health placements are also conducted at urban and rural health centres near Belagavi as part of the Community Health Nursing curriculum.
Ques. Are non-Karnataka students eligible for KLE B.Sc Nursing?
Ans. Yes, non-Karnataka students can apply for B.Sc Nursing at KLE University through KAHER-AIET. However, KCET quota seats are reserved exclusively for Karnataka domicile holders. Non-Karnataka students are allocated seats from the KAHER-AIET merit pool and management quota. The application fee for KAHER-AIET is INR 2,200 and registration is done online on the KAHER admissions portal well before the exam date.
Ques. Can KLE B.Sc Nursing graduates work abroad?
Ans. Yes, KLE B.Sc Nursing graduates can pursue international nursing careers after obtaining RN/RM registration from a State Nursing Council. For the UK, registration with the NMC and passing the OSCE exam is required. Canada requires NCLEX-RN after credential evaluation by NNAS. UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman require DHA/HAAD/Prometric exams. IELTS or OET language proficiency and relevant clinical experience are mandatory for most overseas nursing registration boards.