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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Matha College of Nursing (MCN), Manamadurai, Tamil Nadu, offers a 4-year full-time B.Sc Nursing programme affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai, and approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC). MCN admits 50 students per year through merit-based selection on 10+2 PCB aggregate marks via the state counselling portal. Total fees under the Government Quota are INR 2,40,000 for the four-year programme.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
MCN Manamadurai B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Government Quota, per year) | INR 60,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Management Quota, per year) | INR 1,20,000 |
| Total Fees (4-year course) | INR 2,40,000 to INR 4,80,000 |
- Fee structure fixed by the Tamil Nadu government effective July 2026.
- INR 500 application fee payable via bank portal during registration.
MCN Manamadurai B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TN B.Sc Nursing Application Opens | June 21, 2026 |
| TN B.Sc Nursing Application Closes | July 12, 2026 |
- Applications submitted through the tnmedicalselection.net official portal.
- Counselling schedule to be notified on the official portal.
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 for OC category and 40% for BC, BCM, MBC, DNC, SC, and ST categories
- Minimum age 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year. Upper age limit is 30 years for OC and BC categories and 35 years for SC and ST categories
- Tamil Nadu nativity certificate required for government quota and management quota seats
Admission Process
- Register on tnmedicalselection.net and pay the INR 500 application fee via the bank portal
- Upload documents including the 10+2 mark sheet, nativity certificate, and community certificate
- Merit rank assigned based on aggregate PCB marks in the qualifying 10+2 examination
- Participate in online counselling by selecting college preferences within the allotted window
- Pay the INR 250 non-refundable processing fee during the counselling phase
- Report to the allotted college with original certificates on the specified joining date
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking INC-approved nursing education within Sivagangai district
- Prefer merit-based admission without a national entrance exam
- Eligible for government quota seats at INR 60,000 annual fee
- Planning a nursing career in Tamil Nadu government hospitals or abroad
✗ Skip if
- Prefer a metro college with a wider attached hospital network
- Need structured campus placements with corporate nurse recruiters
- Looking for a college with an integrated M.Sc Nursing programme
MCN Manamadurai B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full tuition fee waiver and maintenance allowance | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per year |
| OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | Partial tuition fee reimbursement | OBC students with family income below INR 1 lakh per year |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships | INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 per year | Students in top 20 percentile of their 12th board examinations |
- Apply for central scholarships at scholarships.gov.in before the annual deadline.
- Tamil Nadu state scholarships disbursed through the e-Grantz portal.
MCN Manamadurai B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is NEET required for admission to B.Sc Nursing at Matha College of Nursing Manamadurai?
Ans. No entrance exam is required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Matha College of Nursing Manamadurai. The Tamil Nadu Directorate of Medical Education conducts merit-based selection using aggregate marks scored in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in the qualifying 10+2 examination. Candidates register and participate in online counselling through tnmedicalselection.net. No state or national entrance test score is needed at any stage of the admission process.
Ques. What is the total course fee for B.Sc Nursing at MCN Manamadurai?
Ans. The total four-year fee for B.Sc Nursing at Matha College of Nursing Manamadurai is INR 2,40,000 under the Government Quota (INR 60,000 per year) and INR 4,80,000 under the Management Quota (INR 1,20,000 per year). This fee structure was fixed by the Tamil Nadu government in July 2026 for all private nursing colleges in the state.
Ques. How many seats are available in B.Sc Nursing at Matha College of Nursing Manamadurai?
Ans. Matha College of Nursing Manamadurai has an approved annual intake of 50 seats for its B.Sc Nursing programme, as sanctioned by the Indian Nursing Council. Seats are allocated between government quota and management quota as per Tamil Nadu Directorate of Medical Education norms. All seats are filled through online counselling at tnmedicalselection.net every academic year.
Ques. What clinical training facilities are available for B.Sc Nursing students at MCN Manamadurai?
Ans. Matha College of Nursing Manamadurai is associated with a teaching hospital in Manamadurai, Sivagangai district, where students complete mandatory clinical rotations across all four years of the programme. The Indian Nursing Council mandates adequate clinical exposure for approved nursing colleges, covering medical, surgical, paediatric, obstetric, and community health nursing departments. This practical training is a core component of the INC-prescribed B.Sc Nursing curriculum.
Ques. What are the career prospects after completing B.Sc Nursing from Matha College Manamadurai?
Ans. Graduates can work as staff nurses in Tamil Nadu government hospitals, private hospitals, nursing homes, and community health centres across India. Overseas nursing opportunities are available in the Middle East, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, where Indian nurses with valid registrations are in demand. Graduates may also pursue M.Sc Nursing for specialisation, appear for TNPSC nursing recruitment exams, or take up roles in public health programmes.
Ques. Are hostel facilities available for B.Sc Nursing students at Matha College of Nursing Manamadurai?
Ans. Matha College of Nursing Manamadurai provides hostel accommodation for outstation students. Since nursing education requires clinical duty rotations including night shifts at the attached teaching hospital, on-campus or nearby hostel facilities are a standard requirement for INC-approved nursing colleges. Students should contact the college admission office directly to confirm hostel availability, room capacity, and charges applicable for the 2026 academic year.