Post Basic Bachelor of Science [P.B.B.Sc] (Nursing)
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Rajasthan University of Health Sciences for the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Nursing program vary based on gender and category. For SC/ST boys and all female students, the annual fee is INR 21,000. General and OBC boys pay between INR 51,000 to INR 70,000 per year, with variations depending on the college tier, with some institutions charging as much as INR 85,000. Hostels typically charge around INR 48,000 annually, and additional fees such as uniform, transportation, and books may amount to INR 10,000- 20,000 yearly.
Scholarships are notably available for ST, SC, OBC, and other backward categories, facilitated by government bodies, which can provide full tuition reimbursement for eligible categories. Higher fees up to INR 90,000 are reported in private colleges, and certain fees like caution money and practical fees are separate.
About Post Basic Bachelor of Science [P.B.B.Sc] (Nursing)
RUHS offers the Post Basic Bachelor of Science in Nursing (P.B.B.Sc Nursing), a 2-year full-time degree programme designed for GNM-qualified nurses seeking to upgrade their credentials to a B.Sc Nursing degree. Admission is through RUHS CUET 2026 across 1,135 seats in affiliated nursing colleges, with total fees of INR 1,00,000 for general category students. The INC-approved programme opens advanced clinical and teaching positions for working nurses in Rajasthan.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling Round 1 seat allotment begins 22 July 2026.
RUHS P.B.B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee - General/OBC | INR 50,000 per year |
| Annual Tuition Fee - SC/ST and All Women | INR 20,000 per year |
| Total Fees - General/OBC (2 years) | INR 1,00,000 |
| Total Fees - SC/ST and All Women (2 years) | INR 40,000 |
- Fee data is as per 2025-26 academic year data and subject to revision by RUHS for 2026-27.
- Hostel charges at affiliated nursing colleges are additional and vary by institution.
RUHS P.B.B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| RUHS CUET Application Window | 2 April to 28 April 2026 |
| RUHS CUET Exam | 21 May 2026 |
| RUHS CUET Result | 2 June 2026 |
| Counselling Registration Closes | 20 July 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | 22 July 2026 |
| Round 1 College Reporting | 22 to 28 July 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | 5 August 2026 |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment | 17 August 2026 |
| Class Commencement | 24 August 2026 |
- Counselling fee of INR 550 per faculty course is payable online at ruhsraj.org.
- Candidates must ensure their GNM registration with the Rajasthan Nursing Council is current before applying.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Completed a 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) diploma from a recognised institution.
- Registered with the Rajasthan Nursing Council or any State Nursing Council in India.
- Minimum 50% marks in the GNM programme (45% for SC/ST candidates) as per INC norms.
- No minimum work experience is specified in current RUHS eligibility criteria for P.B.B.Sc Nursing.
Admission Process
- Fill the RUHS CUET 2026 application form online at the official portal before 28 April 2026.
- Appear for the computer-based RUHS CUET on 21 May 2026 at a designated examination centre.
- Check results and merit rank at the official RUHS portal after 2 June 2026.
- Complete counselling registration at ruhsraj.org and pay INR 550 counselling fee before 20 July 2026.
- Fill preferred nursing college choices during the choice-filling window based on CUET merit rank.
- Report to the allotted nursing college with original documents within the Round 1 reporting window (22 to 28 July 2026).
- Submit GNM certificate, nursing council registration certificate, and mark sheets during document verification.
✓ Opt for this if
- You hold a GNM diploma and want to upgrade to a B.Sc Nursing degree.
- You want to qualify for senior staff nurse or nursing tutor positions.
- You are a woman nurse looking for a heavily subsidised 2-year upgrade programme.
- You plan to pursue M.Sc Nursing after completing P.B.B.Sc.
✗ Skip if
- You do not hold a GNM diploma as basic nursing qualification.
- You prefer a full 4-year B.Sc Nursing directly after Class 12.
- You need a campus-based programme with full residential facilities.
RUHS P.B.B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility/Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| RUHS Category Fee Concession | INR 30,000 per year saved vs general rate | SC/ST students and all women candidates - applied at admission |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST | Actual tuition fee plus maintenance allowance | SC/ST students - apply via scholarships.gov.in by October or November annually |
| Rajasthan Chief Minister Higher Education Scholarship | INR 5,000 per year | Rajasthan domicile with first-division GNM or Class 12 marks - apply via sso.rajasthan.gov.in |
- Category concession is applied automatically at government-affiliated nursing colleges at admission.
- NSP scholarship disbursement goes directly to the student bank account after institutional verification.
RUHS P.B.B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Who is eligible for P.B.B.Sc Nursing at RUHS and what is the minimum qualification required?
Ans. The primary eligibility requirement is a completed 3-year GNM diploma from a recognised institution and active registration with any State Nursing Council in India. Minimum marks in the GNM programme should be 50% for General/OBC candidates and 45% for SC/ST. Candidates who completed GNM from a Rajasthan-affiliated institution are eligible for state quota seats in RUHS-affiliated nursing colleges.
Ques. How does P.B.B.Sc Nursing differ from the regular B.Sc Nursing programme?
Ans. The regular B.Sc Nursing is a 4-year programme open to Class 12 students with PCB background. P.B.B.Sc Nursing is a 2-year bridge programme exclusively for GNM certificate holders who want to upgrade to a degree qualification. The P.B.B.Sc curriculum builds on existing GNM knowledge with advanced nursing concepts, community health, and research methodology not covered in depth during GNM training.
Ques. What opportunities open up after completing P.B.B.Sc Nursing from RUHS?
Ans. A P.B.B.Sc Nursing degree from a RUHS-affiliated college qualifies graduates for senior staff nurse posts, nursing tutor positions in nursing schools, and community health officer roles in primary health centres. It also meets the entry requirement for M.Sc Nursing, which opens faculty, clinical specialist, and nursing superintendent roles in hospitals and nursing colleges.
Ques. What is the total fee for P.B.B.Sc Nursing at RUHS for general category students?
Ans. For general and OBC category students, the total fee is INR 1,00,000 over 2 years (INR 50,000 per year) at government-affiliated nursing colleges. SC/ST students and all women candidates pay INR 40,000 total (INR 20,000 per year). Private affiliated colleges may charge higher fees. Fee revision for 2026-27 will be announced on ruhsraj.org.
Ques. Is RUHS CUET conducted separately for P.B.B.Sc Nursing or is it the same exam as B.Sc Nursing?
Ans. RUHS CUET 2026 is a common entrance test that covers multiple RUHS nursing and paramedical programmes including P.B.B.Sc Nursing and B.Sc Nursing. The exam was held on 21 May 2026, with results declared on 2 June 2026. Separate merit lists are prepared programme-wise. Counselling for both programmes is conducted simultaneously through ruhsraj.org from June 16 onwards.
Ques. How many seats are available and which colleges offer P.B.B.Sc Nursing under RUHS?
Ans. RUHS has 1,135 seats for P.B.B.Sc Nursing across affiliated nursing colleges in Rajasthan. Colleges range from government nursing schools attached to district hospitals to private nursing colleges. The complete seat matrix listing all colleges and their category-wise seat distribution is published on ruhsraj.org before each counselling round starts.