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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (KVV), Karad, offers a 4-year full-time B.Sc. Nursing programme with an intake of 255 seats, covering medical-surgical nursing, midwifery, community health nursing, paediatric nursing, and psychiatric nursing. Admission is through the KAIET entrance test, with total course fees of INR 6,90,000 for general category students. The programme is recognised by the Indian Nursing Council and provides clinical training at the 1,000-bed Krishna Hospital.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins August 2026 (Tentative).
KVV B.Sc. Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 1,70,000 |
| Tuition Fee (4 years total) | INR 6,80,000 |
| Enrollment/Eligibility Fee (one-time) | INR 10,000 |
| Hostel Fee (optional, per year) | INR 50,000 |
| Total Fees (excluding hostel) | INR 6,90,000 |
- Enrollment fee of INR 10,000 is a one-time charge paid at the time of admission.
- Hostel accommodation is optional and charged at INR 50,000 per year.
- Total hostel cost over the 4-year programme amounts to INR 2,00,000 if availed throughout.
KVV B.Sc. Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KAIET Application Opens | 23 March 2026 |
| KAIET Application Closes | 15 June 2026 |
| KAIET Entrance Exam | 18 June 2026 |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- KAIET is conducted in online proctored mode at authorised examination centres.
- Application fee for KAIET is INR 500 (non-refundable).
- Merit list is prepared based on KAIET score and 10+2 marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for general category candidates
- Minimum age of 17 years and maximum age of 35 years as per INC norms
- Must qualify the KAIET (Krishna All India Entrance Test) conducted by KVV Karad
- Candidates from the Science stream only are eligible to apply for B.Sc. Nursing
Admission Process
- Register online at kvv.edu.in and fill the KAIET 2026-27 application form
- Pay the non-refundable KAIET application fee of INR 500 through the portal
- Appear for the KAIET online proctored entrance examination (18 June 2026 for 2026-27 session)
- Merit list released combining KAIET score with 10+2 PCB and English marks
- Shortlisted candidates report to KVV Karad campus for document verification
- Pay the admission fee and enrollment fee to confirm the seat and complete registration
✓ Opt for this if
- Committed to a nursing career in hospitals or community health settings
- Want INC-recognised B.Sc. Nursing training at a large medical university hospital
- Comfortable with the INR 6.9 Lakh total fee for a 4-year professional degree
- Planning to work in government hospitals or pursue M.Sc. Nursing after graduation
✗ Skip if
- Expecting government scholarship support not available at deemed universities
- Seeking nursing education closer to a metropolitan city or home state
- Unwilling to relocate to Karad for the full 4-year residential programme
KVV B.Sc. Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| KVV Merit Scholarship (KAIET Rank 1) | INR 25,000 | First rank holder in KAIET entrance examination |
| KVV Merit Award (KAIET Rank 2 to 20) | INR 30,000 | Top 20 performers in KAIET entrance examination |
- State government scholarships are not applicable at deemed-to-be universities.
- Education loans are facilitated through KVV’s partnerships with nationalised banks.
- Central government schemes via NSP at scholarships.gov.in may apply for eligible students.
KVV B.Sc. Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is NEET required for B.Sc. Nursing admission at KVV Karad?
Ans. No, NEET is not required for B.Sc. Nursing at KVV Karad. Admission is through the university’s KAIET (Krishna All India Entrance Test), conducted in online proctored mode. For the 2026-27 session, KAIET was held on 18 June 2026. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, with a minimum 45% aggregate in PCB. The minimum age requirement is 17 years as per INC norms.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc. Nursing at KVV Karad for general category students?
Ans. The total course fee for B.Sc. Nursing at KVV Karad is INR 6,90,000 for general category students over the 4-year programme. This comprises annual tuition of INR 1,70,000 (totalling INR 6,80,000 over 4 years) and a one-time enrollment fee of INR 10,000. Optional hostel accommodation adds INR 50,000 per year, bringing the full residential total to INR 8,90,000 over 4 years.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc. Nursing from KVV Karad?
Ans. B.Sc. Nursing graduates from KVV Karad can work as registered nurses in government and private hospitals, nursing homes, ICUs, operation theatres, and community health centres. They are eligible to appear for state nursing board registration exams. Other pathways include community health nurse, school health nurse, and military nursing service. With 2 years of work experience, graduates can also pursue M.Sc. Nursing in specialisations like medical-surgical, paediatric, or psychiatric nursing.
Ques. Is the KVV B.Sc. Nursing programme recognised by the Indian Nursing Council?
Ans. Yes, the B.Sc. Nursing programme at Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (KVV), Karad, is recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), which regulates nursing education across India. Graduates are eligible to register with state nursing councils after completing the programme, making them eligible for employment in government hospitals and institutions that mandate INC recognition for nursing staff appointments.
Ques. What is the clinical training structure for B.Sc. Nursing students at KVV Karad?
Ans. B.Sc. Nursing students at KVV Karad receive structured clinical training at the attached Krishna Hospital, a large teaching hospital in Karad, Maharashtra. Clinical postings are integrated throughout the 4-year curriculum, covering medical wards, surgical wards, obstetrics, paediatrics, psychiatric units, operation theatres, ICUs, and community health settings. Students gain supervised bedside experience alongside theory, practicals, and seminars as part of the INC-prescribed nursing curriculum.