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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Krupanidhi College of Nursing (KCON), Carmelaram, Bangalore, offers a 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme with 60 seats, affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and approved by the Indian Nursing Council. Admission is merit-based on 10+2 PCB and English marks, with no separate entrance examination required. The total tuition fee is INR 6.12 Lakhs for the full course. KCON is part of the established Krupanidhi Group of Institutions in Bangalore.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 09 September 2026.
KCON B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (4 years) | INR 6,12,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 6,12,000 |
- Hostel and other charges are billed separately by the institution.
- Fee amounts are as per the 2026 admission cycle and may be revised annually.
KCON B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| B.Sc Nursing Application Opens | July 8, 2026 |
| B.Sc Nursing Application Closes | September 9, 2026 |
- Admission is purely merit-based on 10+2 PCB and English aggregate marks.
- Merit list and seat allotment dates will be communicated directly by the college.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as individual subjects
- Minimum 45% marks in PCB and English individually for General category candidates
- Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year
- Both Karnataka domicile and management quota candidates from other states are eligible
Admission Process
- Submit an online application through the KCON admissions portal (nursing.krupanidhi.edu.in) during the open window
- Upload 10+2 marksheets, school leaving certificate, and valid identity proof
- Merit list is prepared based on aggregate PCB and English marks from 10+2
- Shortlisted candidates attend document verification at the Carmelaram campus
- Pay the required fee and submit originals to secure the allotted seat
✓ Opt for this if
- Prefer Bangalore-based nursing college with RGUHS affiliation
- No entrance exam required fits your admission strategy
- Comfortable with total fee of INR 6.12 Lakhs for 4 years
- Planning nursing career in Bangalore or major metro hospitals
- Want clinical exposure within the Krupanidhi Group hospital ecosystem
✗ Skip if
- Need a government nursing college with subsidised fee structure
- Prefer a college with larger intake and wider specialisation options
- Want nursing education in a different city or state
- Require substantial scholarship support before committing to the full fee
KCON B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP PM-USP Yojana | As per government rates | Minority students with family income below INR 6 Lakhs per year |
| Merit-Based Scholarship (Krupanidhi Group) | Partial fee waiver | Students with high academic performance in 10+2 board exams |
| Sports Scholarship (Krupanidhi Group) | Partial fee waiver | Students with state or national level sports credentials |
| Karnataka SC/ST/OBC Scholarship | As per government rates | Karnataka domicile SC/ST and OBC candidates |
- Apply for NSP scholarships via the official portal before the deadline closes.
- Krupanidhi merit and sports scholarships require documentation at the time of admission.
KCON B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is NEET required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Krupanidhi College of Nursing?
Ans. No, NEET-UG is not required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Krupanidhi College of Nursing (KCON) Bangalore. Admission is purely merit-based on aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English at the 10+2 level. Candidates with a minimum of 45% in each of these subjects are eligible to apply through the college’s online admissions portal at nursing.krupanidhi.edu.in.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at KCON Bangalore?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme at Krupanidhi College of Nursing is INR 6,12,000 for the entire course duration. Hostel and miscellaneous charges are billed separately and are not included in this figure. Students should confirm the fee structure with the KCON admissions office at admission1@krupanidhi.edu.in, as fees may be revised annually by the institution or RGUHS.
Ques. How many seats are available in B.Sc Nursing at KCON Bangalore?
Ans. Krupanidhi College of Nursing offers 60 seats in the B.Sc Nursing programme per academic year. Seats are distributed across the government quota and management quota. Since the intake is limited, students are advised to apply early within the application window, which closes on September 9, 2026, to ensure their application is considered in the merit-based selection process.
Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for B.Sc Nursing at Krupanidhi College of Nursing?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as individual subjects with a minimum of 45% marks in each. The minimum age requirement is 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year. Both Karnataka domicile candidates and management quota applicants from other states are eligible to apply at KCON. No upper age limit is specified.
Ques. What career options are available after completing B.Sc Nursing from KCON?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates from KCON can work as Staff Nurses in government and private hospitals, ICUs, operation theaters, and community health settings. Roles in healthcare administration, nursing education, and public health are also available. Higher study options include M.Sc Nursing and post-basic diploma specialisations. Bangalore’s growing hospital sector, including multispecialty chains, provides strong employment prospects for nursing graduates.
Ques. Is Krupanidhi College of Nursing recognised by the Indian Nursing Council?
Ans. Yes, Krupanidhi College of Nursing (KCON) is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), New Delhi, and affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore. The B.Sc Nursing degree awarded is recognised for employment in government and private hospitals across India. The INC-approved degree is also accepted for overseas nursing registration processes in countries like the UK, Canada, and the Gulf region.