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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Lourde College of Nursing, Taliparamba, Kannur, is a private institution affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences and approved by the Indian Nursing Council. The four-year B.Sc Nursing programme admits 60 students annually across LBS merit and management quota seats. Selection is through the LBS Centre, Kerala, based on 10+2 PCB marks, not NEET-UG. The annual fee is INR 95,000 and total programme cost is INR 3,80,000.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed 25 July 2026. Allotment expected October 2026.
Lourde College of Nursing Taliparamba B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Programme Fee (per year) | INR 95,000 |
| Total Programme Fee (4-year B.Sc Nursing) | INR 3,80,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 3,80,000 |
- Fee figures are sourced from available records and subject to revision per KUHS and Kerala government norms.
- Management quota and NRI seat fees may be higher and should be verified directly with the college.
- Hostel and other charges are billed separately and are not included in the programme fee above.
Lourde College of Nursing Taliparamba B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| LBS Kerala Online Application Opens | June 2026 |
| LBS Kerala Application Last Date | 25 July 2026 |
| Provisional Rank List | August 2026 |
| Final Rank List | September 2026 |
| CAP Round 1 Allotment | September 2026 |
| Final Allotment | 09 October 2026 |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 |
- Admission to LBS merit seats is through the Centralised Allotment Process at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in.
- Selection is based on aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology at 10+2 level.
- Management quota admissions are processed directly at the college through PNCMAK at pncmak.in.
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 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology for general category candidates
- Minimum age of 17 years as of 31 December 2026
- Kerala domicile certificate required for LBS merit seat eligibility
Admission Process
- Register and submit the online application through lbscentre.kerala.gov.in before the July deadline
- Upload 10+2 marksheet, Kerala nativity certificate, identity proof and category documents
- Provisional rank list is prepared based on aggregate PCB marks from the qualifying examination
- Register preferences during the CAP preference window and lock college choices online
- Allotment is done through CAP rounds based on rank, preferences and seat availability
- Report to Lourde College of Nursing, Taliparamba with original documents after seat allotment
✓ Opt for this if
- KUHS-affiliated B.Sc Nursing in Kannur district at a regulated fee is the goal
- Kerala domicile and strong 10+2 PCB marks qualify for LBS merit seat
- Preference for a nursing college in north Kerala close to Kannur
- Total course cost of INR 3.8 Lakhs for 4-year B.Sc Nursing fits the budget
✗ Skip if
- Kerala domicile is not available and LBS merit seat eligibility cannot be established
- Preference for a larger nursing college with a higher seat count and wider campus
- Verifiable placement data and structured job support are essential before joining
- Admission target is outside Kerala and a different state counselling process is preferred
Lourde College of Nursing Taliparamba B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala Government SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | As per Kerala government norms | SC/ST students enrolled in B.Sc Nursing with valid caste certificate from Kerala |
| Kerala Government OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | As per Kerala government norms | OBC non-creamy layer students with Kerala domicile and family income below INR 1 Lakh |
| NSP Minority Community Scholarship | As per NSP guidelines | Students from notified minority communities with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per year |
- Kerala government scholarships are applied through the e-Grantz portal at egrantz.kerala.gov.in.
- NSP scholarships are submitted through scholarships.gov.in before the annual October deadline.
Lourde College of Nursing Taliparamba B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. How is B.Sc Nursing admission done at Lourde College of Nursing Taliparamba?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing admission at Lourde College of Nursing, Taliparamba is through the LBS Centre for Science and Technology, Kerala. The 30 LBS merit seats are allotted through the Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) based on 10+2 aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Applications were accepted at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in until 25 July 2026. The remaining 30 management quota seats are filled through the Private Nursing Colleges Management Association of Kerala (PNCMAK).
Ques. What is the B.Sc Nursing fee at Lourde College of Nursing Taliparamba?
Ans. The annual programme fee for B.Sc Nursing at Lourde College of Nursing, Taliparamba is INR 95,000 per year, making the total fee for the four-year programme INR 3,80,000. Management quota and NRI seat fees may be higher and should be verified directly with the college. Hostel charges are billed separately. The fee is subject to revision per KUHS and Kerala government norms for the 2026-27 academic session.
Ques. How many B.Sc Nursing seats are available at Lourde College of Nursing Taliparamba?
Ans. Lourde College of Nursing, Taliparamba has a total of 60 B.Sc Nursing seats per year. Of these, 30 seats are LBS merit seats filled through the Kerala LBS Centralised Allotment Process, and 30 seats are management quota seats filled through PNCMAK. Admission to LBS merit seats is based purely on 10+2 aggregate marks in PCB and does not require NEET-UG.
Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Sc Nursing at Lourde College of Nursing Taliparamba?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in PCB. Kerala domicile is required for LBS merit seat eligibility. The minimum age is 17 years as of 31 December 2026. NEET-UG is not required for B.Sc Nursing admission in Kerala as selection is based on 10+2 merit through the LBS Centre process.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from Lourde College of Nursing Taliparamba?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates from Lourde College of Nursing are eligible to register with the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council and the Indian Nursing Council. Career options include working as staff nurses in government and private hospitals, pursuing M.Sc Nursing for specialisation, applying for central government nursing recruitment through ESIC, AIIMS, and Railway Health Services, or pursuing opportunities in the Middle East and other countries through HAAD, DHA, and MOH licensing exams.
Ques. Is Lourde College of Nursing Taliparamba INC approved?
Ans. Yes, Lourde College of Nursing, Taliparamba is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNMC) and is affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur. Established in 2006, the college is managed by the Kanate Foundation, a public charitable trust. The B.Sc Nursing degree awarded is recognised for nursing practice registration across India and is valid for licensing exam pathways for nursing employment abroad.