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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Masood College of Nursing, Mangalore offers a 4-year full-time B.Sc (Nursing) program affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore. Admission proceeds through NEET-UG scores via KEA online nursing counselling, with total fees of INR 20,000 to 40,000 for the full course. The INC and KSNC approved college has 90 B.Sc Nursing seats and provides clinical training at affiliated hospitals in Dakshina Kannada district.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. KEA Nursing Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Masood College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | INR 5,000 to 10,000 per year |
| Total Fees (4 years) | INR 20,000 to 40,000 |
- Government quota fees are regulated by Karnataka state norms and may differ from management quota rates.
- Management quota applicants should confirm the current fee schedule directly with the college.
Masood College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Closes | March 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result | July 16, 2026 |
| KEA Nursing Counselling Registration | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Final Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- NEET-UG result was declared on July 16, 2026 and qualifying candidates may register for KEA nursing counselling.
- KEA nursing counselling registration is conducted at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed II-PUC or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects
- Valid NEET-UG score required for KEA government quota nursing counselling in Karnataka
- Karnataka domicile is mandatory for KEA government quota B.Sc Nursing seats
- Minimum age of 17 years by December 31 of the admission year
Admission Process
- Register and appear for NEET-UG conducted by the National Testing Agency
- After NEET-UG result, register for KEA Nursing Counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
- Upload Class 12 marksheets, domicile certificate, NEET scorecard, and other required documents
- Fill college and course preferences during the KEA option entry phase
- Receive seat allotment based on NEET-UG rank and submitted preferences
- Report to Masood College of Nursing for document verification and fee payment to confirm enrollment
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka domicile NEET-qualified student seeking affordable BSc Nursing education
- Planning a nursing career in coastal Karnataka or Dakshina Kannada region
- Prefer RGUHS-affiliated degree with INC and KSNC recognition
- Looking for government quota seat in a private Mangalore nursing college
- Want clinical exposure at hospitals in Mangalore and surrounding Dakshina Kannada
✗ Skip if
- Seeking a nursing college with its own attached hospital on campus
- Need pan-India nursing placement support with documented median salary data
- Looking for a large-intake nursing program in a metro like Bangalore or Mumbai
- Prefer a deemed university nursing program with independent curriculum structure
Masood College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC | Covers tuition fees and maintenance allowance | Karnataka SC/ST/OBC nursing students with valid caste certificate |
| Vidyasiri Scholarship | Covers tuition fees | Karnataka backward class students in professional degree programs |
| Central Sector Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | Students above 80th percentile in Class 12 with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs |
- Apply for Post Matric and Central Sector Scholarships through the NSP portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- Vidyasiri Scholarship applications are submitted through the college scholarship cell.
Masood College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is NEET required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Masood College of Nursing Mangalore?
Ans. Yes, a valid NEET-UG score is required for government quota B.Sc Nursing admission through KEA nursing counselling in Karnataka. Masood College of Nursing, as a private RGUHS-affiliated college, fills government quota seats based on NEET-UG rank through the KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Management quota seats may be filled through a direct admission process. The NEET-UG result for 2026 was declared on July 16, 2026.
Ques. What is the fee for B.Sc Nursing at Masood College of Nursing?
Ans. The total fees for the 4-year B.Sc Nursing program at Masood College of Nursing range from INR 20,000 to 40,000 for the complete course, based on available data for government quota seats. Fees may vary for management quota. Students are advised to contact the college admissions office directly to obtain the current fee schedule and confirm quota-specific charges before enrollment.
Ques. How many seats are available for B.Sc Nursing at Masood College of Nursing?
Ans. Masood College of Nursing, Mangalore, offers 90 B.Sc Nursing seats per academic year. These seats are distributed between government quota seats (filled through KEA nursing counselling for Karnataka domicile NEET-qualified candidates) and management quota seats (filled through the college direct admission process). Out-of-state students may apply for management quota seats directly.
Ques. What clinical training facilities are available for B.Sc Nursing students here?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing students at Masood College of Nursing receive clinical training at affiliated hospitals in Dakshina Kannada district in Mangalore. Clinical postings are integrated into the curriculum from the first year and cover key nursing specialisations including medical, surgical, paediatric, obstetric, and community nursing. Students practise patient care and clinical skills under qualified nursing faculty and hospital staff supervision throughout the 4-year program.
Ques. What career opportunities are available after B.Sc Nursing from Masood College?
Ans. Graduates of B.Sc Nursing from Masood College of Nursing can work as staff nurses in government hospitals, private hospitals, or nursing homes across Karnataka and nationally. They may also pursue government nursing recruitment exams conducted by Karnataka PSC or central healthcare organizations. Higher studies such as P.B.B.Sc or M.Sc Nursing are also an option for those seeking specialisation and academic careers in nursing.
Ques. Can candidates from outside Karnataka apply for B.Sc Nursing at Masood College?
Ans. Government quota seats at Masood College of Nursing are available only to Karnataka domicile candidates through KEA nursing counselling. Non-Karnataka students may apply for management quota seats through direct admission. They should contact the college admissions office at Mangalore to confirm seat availability, fee structure for management quota, and the required documents for direct admission without the KEA counselling route.