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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
National Institute of Nursing Education (NINE), Chandigarh, offers B.Sc Nursing, a 4-year full-time programme for female candidates, operating under PGIMER Chandigarh. Admission is through a competitive Computer-Based Test, with just 93 seats and government academic fees of INR 535 per year (INR 2,140 for 4 years). The INC-approved institute provides clinical training at PGIMER’s multi-specialty hospital, making it one of India’s most sought-after nursing programmes.
📋 Admission Status: Result for NINE B.Sc Nursing CBT 2026 is expected on August 10, 2026. Counselling for the 4-year programme begins August 18, 2026.
NINE Chandigarh B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Academic Fee (per year) | INR 535 |
| Academic Fee (4 years) | INR 2,140 |
| Total Fees | INR 2,140 |
- Annual hostel charges (INR 1,700 for room rent and electricity) are levied separately for resident students.
- A one-time hostel security and fund deposit of INR 3,500 is charged at the time of admission.
- Application fee is INR 1,500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and INR 1,200 for SC/ST candidates.
NINE Chandigarh B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | Jun 1, 2026 |
| Application Closes | Jun 30, 2026 |
| NINE CBT Entrance Exam | Jul 24, 2026 |
| CBT Result | Aug 10, 2026 |
| Counselling (4-Year B.Sc Nursing) | Aug 18, 2026 |
| Admission Closes | Sep 30, 2026 |
| Class Commencement | Oct 2026 (Tentative) |
- NINE CBT is a 100-MCQ Computer-Based Test of 90 minutes with negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer.
- Applications are submitted through the official PGIMER website at pgimer.edu.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Female candidates only (the programme is restricted to female applicants)
- Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as compulsory subjects
- Minimum 45% aggregate in PCB for General/OBC/EWS category (40% for SC/ST candidates)
- Age 17 to 35 years as on September 1, 2026
- Candidates of any state are eligible as NINE is a Central Government institution
Admission Process
- Apply online at pgimer.edu.in between June 1 and June 30, 2026 and pay the application fee
- Download admit card and appear for NINE CBT (100 MCQs, 90 minutes) held on July 24, 2026
- Check result on August 10, 2026 at pgimer.edu.in
- Participate in centralised counselling beginning August 18, 2026
- Submit original documents and complete admission formalities by September 30, 2026
- Pay hostel charges and report to NINE campus for class commencement
✓ Opt for this if
- You are a female candidate seeking premier central government nursing education
- Government fees of INR 2,140 for 4 years are a key consideration in your choice
- You want clinical training at PGIMER, one of India’s leading tertiary care hospitals
- You are from any state and qualify the CBT for one of the 93 seats
✗ Skip if
- You are a male candidate (only female applicants are admitted to NINE)
- You missed the June 30 application deadline for the 2026 batch
- You prefer a college closer to your home state with state-quota seats
NINE Chandigarh B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | INR 10,000 to 20,000/year | Above 80th percentile in Class 12, family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs/year |
| Central Government SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Full fee reimbursement and stipend | SC/ST students admitted to central government institutions |
| PM Vidyalakshmi Education Loan Scheme | Loan up to INR 20 Lakhs | Students enrolled in recognised central and state institutions |
- SC/ST students at central government institutions like NINE are eligible for full tuition fee waiver under Ministry of Social Justice schemes.
NINE Chandigarh B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is B.Sc Nursing at NINE Chandigarh open to male candidates?
Ans. No, B.Sc Nursing at the National Institute of Nursing Education (NINE), PGIMER Chandigarh, is open to female candidates only. This is stated in the official eligibility criteria. Male candidates are not eligible to apply for the 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme at NINE. Both male and female candidates may explore other INC-approved nursing institutions where the programme is open to all genders.
Ques. What is the fee for B.Sc Nursing at NINE PGIMER Chandigarh?
Ans. The academic fee for B.Sc Nursing at NINE PGIMER Chandigarh is INR 535 per year, making the total academic fee for the 4-year programme INR 2,140, one of the lowest in India for a nursing degree. Annual hostel charges (INR 1,700 for room rent and electricity) and a one-time hostel deposit (INR 3,500) are levied separately for resident students. The application fee is INR 1,500 for General/OBC/EWS and INR 1,200 for SC/ST candidates.
Ques. How many seats are available in B.Sc Nursing at NINE Chandigarh?
Ans. NINE PGIMER Chandigarh offers 93 seats in the 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme per admission cycle. Seats are distributed across General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PwBD categories as per Central Government reservation norms. The limited seat count and the reputation of PGIMER make this one of the most competitive nursing admission processes in India, with the CBT entrance test serving as the selection criterion.
Ques. What is the entrance exam for NINE B.Sc Nursing admission 2026?
Ans. NINE PGIMER Chandigarh conducts a Computer-Based Test (CBT) for B.Sc Nursing admission. The 2026 CBT was held on July 24, 2026 and consisted of 100 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 90 minutes. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks per incorrect answer. The test covers Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from Class 12 level. Results are expected on August 10, 2026, followed by counselling from August 18, 2026.
Ques. What are the career prospects after B.Sc Nursing from NINE PGIMER Chandigarh?
Ans. Graduates of B.Sc Nursing from NINE PGIMER Chandigarh receive a degree from a premier central government institution, which carries strong recognition with central government health services, AIIMS, PGIMER itself, and top private hospitals. Career options include staff nursing roles in Central Government Health Scheme hospitals, ESIC hospitals, and leading private healthcare chains. Graduates are also eligible for M.Sc Nursing programmes at PGIMER and other top institutions.
Ques. Can candidates from outside Chandigarh or Punjab apply to NINE PGIMER?
Ans. Yes, NINE PGIMER Chandigarh is a Central Government institution and admits female candidates from across India without any state domicile restriction. Candidates from any state who qualify the CBT entrance exam and meet the eligibility criteria (10+2 with PCB and 45% marks, age 17 to 35 years) are eligible to apply and participate in the centralised counselling process through pgimer.edu.in.