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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Kongunadu College of Nursing Coimbatore offers a 4-year B.Sc Nursing program affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University, recognized by the Indian Nursing Council and Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council. Admission is based on HSC merit with no entrance exam, with 100 approved seats per year. Annual fees stand at INR 60,000 under government quota and INR 1,20,000 under management quota, as fixed by the Government of Tamil Nadu in July 2026.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- Anatomy Museum as a dedicated anatomical study resource for nursing students
- Maternity Nursing Lab for hands-on maternal and neonatal care practice
- Community Health Nursing Lab supporting outreach and public health nursing training
Kongunadu College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Fee (Government Quota) | INR 60,000 |
| Annual Fee (Management Quota) | INR 1,20,000 |
| Hostel Charges | Charged separately |
| Total Fees (4 Years) - Government Quota | INR 2,40,000 |
| Total Fees (4 Years) - Management Quota | INR 4,80,000 |
- Fees are as per Government of Tamil Nadu notification issued in July 2026.
- Hostel, transport, and mess charges are collected separately by the college.
Kongunadu College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Opens | 21 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Application | 3 July 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Online Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is through tnmedicalselection.net without a mandatory entrance exam.
- NEET UG score is not required for B.Sc Nursing admission in Tamil Nadu.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 passed with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (or Botany and Zoology) from a recognized board
- Minimum 45% aggregate in science subjects (40% for BC/MBC/DNC/SC/SCA/ST candidates)
- Tamil Nadu nativity certificate required for government quota counselling seats
- Minimum age 17 years by 31 December 2026 and maximum age 30 years for OC/BC, 35 for SC/SCA/ST
Admission Process
- Apply at tnmedicalselection.net during the registration window with correct HSC details
- Pay the application fee of INR 500 (waived for SC/SCA/ST candidates)
- Upload HSC mark sheet, nativity certificate, community certificate, and medical fitness certificate
- Merit list is prepared based on HSC aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
- Register for online counselling and lock college and course preferences on the portal
- Report to Kongunadu College of Nursing with seat allotment letter and original documents
✓ Opt for this if
- TN domicile students wanting affordable government quota nursing seats in Coimbatore
- Prefer HSC merit-based admission with no entrance exam requirement
- Seeking a Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR University-affiliated nursing programme
- Planning a nursing career in Tamil Nadu or abroad after graduation
✗ Skip if
- From outside Tamil Nadu as government quota requires TN domicile certificate
- Need published placement statistics before choosing a nursing college
- Expect a NAAC-accredited institution as the college is not yet ranked by NAAC
- Seeking management quota at lower fees than INR 1,20,000 per year
Kongunadu College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Central Sector Scholarship for Professional Courses | INR 10,000 per year | Top 80th percentile in 10+2, family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs, apply via NSP portal |
| TN Government Fee Concession (SC/SCA/ST) | Full tuition waiver | SC/SCA/ST candidates admitted through government quota with TN domicile |
| TN Pudhumai Penn Scholarship | INR 1,000 per month | Women students who studied at Tamil Nadu government schools, pursuing UG courses |
- Central Sector Scholarship applications open on NSP portal each October.
- TN Pudhumai Penn Scholarship is disbursed monthly via direct bank transfer.
Kongunadu College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is NEET mandatory for B.Sc Nursing admission at Kongunadu College of Nursing?
Ans. No, NEET is not mandatory for B.Sc Nursing admission at Kongunadu College of Nursing. Tamil Nadu B.Sc Nursing admissions are based on HSC aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Students apply through tnmedicalselection.net and seat allotment happens through merit-based online counselling by the Directorate of Medical Education, Tamil Nadu.
Ques. What is the annual fee for B.Sc Nursing at Kongunadu College of Nursing Coimbatore?
Ans. The annual fee for B.Sc Nursing at Kongunadu College of Nursing is INR 60,000 under the government quota and INR 1,20,000 under the management quota, as per the fee structure fixed by the Government of Tamil Nadu in July 2026. Total fees for the 4-year programme are INR 2,40,000 under government quota and INR 4,80,000 under management quota. Hostel and transport are charged separately.
Ques. What are the minimum marks required for B.Sc Nursing admission in Tamil Nadu?
Ans. Candidates from the OC (unreserved) category must have secured at least 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in the 10+2 examination. For BC, MBC, DNC, SC, SCA, and ST candidates, the minimum eligibility is 40% aggregate in the same subjects. Candidates must also hold a Tamil Nadu nativity certificate for government quota counselling.
Ques. What labs and practical training facilities does Kongunadu College of Nursing offer?
Ans. Kongunadu College of Nursing provides nine specialized labs: Fundamental Nursing Lab, Mental Health Lab, Maternity Nursing Lab, Child Health Nursing Lab, Medical Surgical Lab, Community Health Nursing Lab, Nutritional Lab, Computer Lab, and an Anatomy Museum. Clinical training is conducted at the attached teaching hospital, giving students hands-on exposure across all major nursing specializations.
Ques. Does Kongunadu College of Nursing provide hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes, Kongunadu College of Nursing provides hostel accommodation for students along with transportation facilities. The hostel is located on campus in Dheenampalayam, Coimbatore. Hostel and mess charges are collected separately from the regulated tuition fee and are not included in the government or management quota fee structure.
Ques. How is seat allotment done for B.Sc Nursing at Kongunadu College of Nursing?
Ans. Seat allotment for B.Sc Nursing at Kongunadu College of Nursing happens through the Tamil Nadu government’s centralized online counselling at tnmedicalselection.net. After the merit list is published, candidates register for counselling, submit college preferences, and receive a provisional seat allotment letter. Candidates then report to the college with original documents for final admission and fee payment.