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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Mercy College of Nursing, Kottayam, Kerala, offers a 4-year B.Sc Nursing program affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur, established in 2013. The college is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and KNMC, with an annual intake of 40 seats. The annual tuition fee is INR 63,500 and the total 4-year fee is INR 3,22,000. Admission is through Kerala state merit-based counselling via LBS Centre.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Seat Allotment expected August 2026 (Tentative).
Mercy Nursing B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 63,500 |
| Statutory Fees per year (KUHS, KNMC, INC) | INR 17,000 |
| Caution Deposit (one-time, refundable) | INR 10,000 |
| Total Fees (4 years, excluding refundable deposit) | INR 3,22,000 |
- Fee structure is as per the Kerala Fee Regulatory Committee notification for 2025-26.
- Caution deposit of INR 10,000 is refundable on completion of the program.
- Hostel facility is available and hostel charges are levied separately.
Mercy Nursing B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Kerala Nursing Counselling Application Closes | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification and Admission | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- Kerala B.Sc Nursing counselling is conducted by LBS Centre at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in.
- Application fee is INR 800 for General category and INR 400 for SC/ST candidates.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks in PCB and English combined (40% for SC/ST candidates)
- Minimum age of 17 years by December 31 of the year of admission
- NEET-UG is not mandatory for B.Sc Nursing admission at this college through state counselling
Admission Process
- Register on the LBS Centre portal at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in during the application window
- Pay the application fee of INR 800 (General) or INR 400 (SC/ST) through online modes
- Upload Class 12 mark sheets, category certificates, and age proof documents
- Merit list prepared based on Plus Two aggregate marks and category
- Seat allotted to Mercy College of Nursing based on merit rank and preferences through state counselling
- Report to the college with original certificates and complete the admission formalities within the stipulated date
✓ Opt for this if
- Students from Kottayam or central Kerala seeking an INC-approved nursing college
- Those who prefer merit-based admission without NEET-UG requirement
- Aspiring nurses targeting hospital employment in Kerala and Gulf countries
- Students seeking a KUHS-affiliated B.Sc Nursing with affordable fees
✗ Skip if
- Those seeking a government nursing college with lower fee structures in Kerala
- Students who need a nursing college with documented placement to corporate hospitals
- Those seeking a larger nursing college with PG nursing programs and research facilities
Mercy Nursing B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per annum |
| Kerala OBC Scholarship | Partial tuition support | OBC students with family income meeting Kerala state income criteria |
| National Scholarship Portal Merit Scholarship | INR 1,000 per month | Merit students from economically weaker sections in nursing programs |
- Scholarship applications are submitted via the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- Kerala state scholarship applications are submitted on the Kerala eSupportPortal annually.
Mercy Nursing B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at Mercy College of Nursing Kottayam?
Ans. The total 4-year fee for B.Sc Nursing at Mercy College of Nursing, Kottayam, is INR 3,22,000, comprising an annual tuition fee of INR 63,500 and statutory fees of INR 17,000 per year for KUHS, KNMC, and INC. A refundable caution deposit of INR 10,000 is also collected once. Kerala government scholarships are available for SC/ST and OBC students to reduce the net cost.
Ques. Is NEET-UG required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Mercy College of Nursing?
Ans. NEET-UG is not required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Mercy College of Nursing through Kerala state counselling. Admission for self-financing nursing colleges in Kerala is based on Class 12 or Plus Two aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English. The centralised counselling is conducted by LBS Centre at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in. Candidates must secure at least 45% aggregate marks in PCB and English.
Ques. Is the B.Sc Nursing at Mercy College of Nursing approved by INC?
Ans. Yes, the B.Sc Nursing program at Mercy College of Nursing, Kottayam, is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNMC). The college is affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur. The INC-approved degree is recognised for employment in India and is required for licensing by state nursing councils across the country.
Ques. What is the intake for B.Sc Nursing at Mercy College of Nursing Kottayam?
Ans. Mercy College of Nursing, Kottayam, has an annual intake of 40 students for the B.Sc Nursing program as per INC approval. Seats are filled through Kerala state nursing counselling by LBS Centre based on Plus Two merit and category. The relatively small intake ensures closer student-to-faculty ratios and more personalised clinical training at the attached hospital facilities.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from Mercy College Kottayam?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates from Mercy College of Nursing can work as registered nurses in government hospitals, private hospitals, and nursing homes across Kerala and India after registering with the KNMC. Kerala nurses have strong employment opportunities in Gulf countries, particularly in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Oman. Higher studies options include M.Sc Nursing at KUHS-affiliated colleges and nursing administration programs.
Ques. Does Mercy College of Nursing Kottayam provide hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes, Mercy College of Nursing provides hostel facilities for students. Hostel charges are separate from the tuition and statutory fees and are levied on actual basis by the institution. Students from outside Kottayam district can avail hostel accommodation. The hostel is located close to the college campus, facilitating early morning clinical postings at the attached hospital.