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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Rajalakshmi College of Nursing (RCN), Chennai, offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a 4-year full-time programme with an intake of 50 seats, affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and approved by the Indian Nursing Council. Admission is based on 12th HSC marks through TN Health Department centralised counselling. Annual fees are INR 60,000 (Government Quota) and INR 1,20,000 (Management Quota).
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Seat Allotment expected August 2026 (Tentative).
Rajalakshmi College of Nursing Chennai B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Fee (Government Quota) | INR 60,000 |
| Annual Fee (Management Quota) | INR 1,20,000 |
| Total Fees (4 years) | INR 2,40,000 (Govt Quota) INR 4,80,000 (Mgmt Quota) |
- Fee structure fixed by the Tamil Nadu government as per July 2026 notification.
- TN Health centralised counselling processing fee is INR 250 (non-refundable).
- Hostel charges are separate and to be confirmed directly with the college.
Rajalakshmi College of Nursing Chennai B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TN Health Counselling Registration Opens | June 21, 2026 |
| TN Health Counselling Registration Closes | July 3, 2026 |
| Merit List and Rank Publication | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Choice Filling and Locking | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is merit-based on 12th HSC marks and no separate nursing entrance exam is required.
- Candidates must monitor tnmedicalselection.net for updated counselling round schedules.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Indian citizen and Tamil Nadu resident with a valid Nativity Certificate
- Passed 10+2 (HSC) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Botany and Zoology)
- Minimum 45% in PCB aggregate (40% for BC/BCM/MBC/DNC, 35% for SC/SCA/ST)
- English passed as a compulsory subject individually in HSC
- Age between 17 and 30 years for OC/BC/BCM/MBC/DNC, and up to 35 years for SC/SCA/ST
Admission Process
- Register online at tnmedicalselection.net or tnhealth.tn.gov.in
- Pay non-refundable counselling processing fee of INR 250 through online mode
- Upload required documents including 10th and 12th marksheets, nativity certificate, and community certificate
- Check merit list and rank published based on HSC aggregate marks in PCB
- Fill and lock college and course preferences during the choice filling window
- Report to the allotted college with original documents for seat confirmation
✓ Opt for this if
- Tamil Nadu residents seeking an INC-approved nursing degree in Chennai
- Students with strong HSC PCB scores aiming for Government Quota seats
- Those targeting government hospital nurse recruitment after graduation
- Candidates wanting an affordable TN-regulated nursing programme near Chennai
✗ Skip if
- Students from outside Tamil Nadu (admission restricted to TN residents)
- Those needing a college with a documented private hospital placement record
- Candidates preferring NEET-based or all-India counselling pathways
- Students seeking a nursing college with active research or post-graduation focus
Rajalakshmi College of Nursing Chennai B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| TN BC/MBC/DNC Post-Matric Scholarship | Full tuition fee reimbursement | BC/MBC/DNC students with annual family income below INR 2.5 lakh |
| TN SC/SCA/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Full tuition fee reimbursement | SC/SCA/ST students with annual family income below INR 2.5 lakh |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | Top 20th percentile in 12th board from recognised board with income below INR 8 lakh |
- State scholarship applications are submitted via the Tamil Nadu e-scholarship portal.
- Central government scholarships require registration at scholarships.gov.in before the annual deadline.
Rajalakshmi College of Nursing Chennai B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the admission process for B.Sc Nursing at Rajalakshmi College of Nursing Chennai?
Ans. Admission to B.Sc Nursing at RCN Chennai is through the Tamil Nadu Health Department centralised counselling conducted via tnmedicalselection.net. No separate nursing entrance exam is required. Candidates are ranked based on their 12th HSC marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The process involves online registration with a processing fee of INR 250, document upload, merit list release, choice filling, and seat allotment in multiple rounds.
Ques. What is the fee for B.Sc Nursing at Rajalakshmi College of Nursing?
Ans. The annual fee for B.Sc Nursing at RCN Chennai is INR 60,000 under the Government Quota and INR 1,20,000 under the Management Quota, as fixed by the Tamil Nadu government in July 2026. The total fee over the 4-year course is INR 2,40,000 under Government Quota and INR 4,80,000 under Management Quota. Hostel charges are additional.
Ques. Does Rajalakshmi College of Nursing require NEET for B.Sc Nursing admission?
Ans. No, NEET is not required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Rajalakshmi College of Nursing Chennai. The Tamil Nadu government conducts centralised merit-based counselling through the TN Health Department portal. Candidates are selected based solely on their 12th standard HSC marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, along with fulfilment of nativity and eligibility criteria under the Tamil Nadu reservation policy.
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for B.Sc Nursing admission at RCN Chennai?
Ans. Candidates must be Tamil Nadu residents who have passed 10+2 (HSC) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum 45% aggregate in PCB (40% for BC/BCM/MBC/DNC and 35% for SC/SCA/ST). English must have been passed individually. Age must be between 17 and 30 years for general category, up to 35 years for SC/SCA/ST. A valid Nativity Certificate is mandatory for counselling registration.
Ques. Is Rajalakshmi College of Nursing approved by the Indian Nursing Council?
Ans. Yes, Rajalakshmi College of Nursing (RCN), Chennai, is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and is affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University. INC approval ensures that the B.Sc Nursing degree is recognised for nursing licensure, registration with State Nursing Councils, and employment in government hospitals and central health services across India.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from RCN Chennai?
Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as staff nurses in government and private hospitals, nursing homes, and community health centres across Tamil Nadu and nationally. They are eligible for TN NHM Staff Nurse recruitment, central government hospital positions, and AIIMS nursing officer examinations. Further academic options include M.Sc Nursing, nurse practitioner programmes, hospital administration, and public health nursing courses.