About Post Basic Bachelor of Science [P.B.B.Sc] (Nursing)
The Post Basic B.Sc (P.B.B.Sc) Nursing at Rajiv Gandhi College of Nursing (RGCN), Bangalore, is a two-year full-time degree upgrade programme for GNM-qualified registered nurses, affiliated to RGUHS and approved by INC. Candidates are admitted through KEA KCET counselling based on merit. RGCN offers 50 seats. Total two-year fee is INR 20,000.
📋 Admission Status: KEA Round 1 Seat Allotment is scheduled for 15 July 2026 (Tentative).
RGCN P.B.B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Fee | INR 10,000 |
| Year 2 Fee | INR 10,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 20,000 |
- Fee is payable annually at the time of commencement of each academic year.
- Examination fees and library charges may be payable separately.
- Hostel charges are separate from the tuition fee.
- Confirm the current fee schedule with the RGCN admissions office before enrolling.
RGCN P.B.B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET 2026 Examination | 23 April 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Result Declaration | 6 June 2026 |
| KCET Round 1 Mock Allotment | 6 July 2026 |
| KCET Round 1 Seat Allotment (Tentative) | 15 July 2026 |
| Reporting and Fee Payment (Tentative) | July to August 2026 |
| Academic Session Begins (Tentative) | August to September 2026 |
- Admission is through KEA centralised KCET counselling in Karnataka.
- Karnataka domicile of 10 years continuous residence or 7 years schooling is mandatory.
- Maximum age limit is 48 years as on 31 December 2026.
- Monitor cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for updated allotment and reporting schedules.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) diploma from a recognised school of nursing.
- Currently registered as Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife (RNRM) with the Karnataka State Nursing Council.
- Karnataka domicile: 10 years continuous residence or 7 years of schooling in Karnataka.
- Maximum age 48 years by 31 December 2026.
- In-service candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of service as staff nurse in a government or recognised hospital.
Admission Process
- Register on the KEA portal (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in) during the announced option entry window for P.B.B.Sc Nursing counselling.
- Upload GNM diploma, nursing council registration certificate, Karnataka domicile certificate, and experience certificate for in-service candidates.
- Seat allotment is merit-based on GNM marks or KCET score and follows Karnataka state reservation norms.
- Check allotment results on the KEA portal after each counselling round.
- On allotment, report to Rajiv Gandhi College of Nursing with original certificates and pay the annual fee to confirm the seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- You are a GNM nurse seeking a low-cost B.Sc upgrade in Bangalore.
- You meet Karnataka domicile norms and KEA counselling eligibility.
- You want a two-year bridge programme while continuing nursing service.
✗ Skip if
- You need flexible weekend or distance mode P.B.B.Sc delivery.
- You do not hold Karnataka domicile or a current nursing council registration.
- You are above the maximum eligible age of 48 years.
RGCN P.B.B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility or Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Central/NSP) | As per NSP norms | SC/ST/OBC students. Apply via scholarships.gov.in annually |
| Karnataka Vidyasiri Scholarship | As per state norms | SC/ST/OBC and minority students domiciled in Karnataka |
| Education Loan (Vidya Lakshmi Portal) | Up to INR 10,00,000 | All eligible students. Nationalised banks. Moratorium until course completion |
- Apply through the National Scholarship Portal for SC and ST nursing students.
- Karnataka Vidyasiri covers backward class and minority students in Karnataka.
- Education loans via Vidya Lakshmi carry a moratorium until course completion.
- Apply through the college welfare office for state scholarship schemes.
RGCN P.B.B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for P.B.B.Sc Nursing at Rajiv Gandhi College of Nursing?
Ans. The total two-year fee for P.B.B.Sc Nursing at Rajiv Gandhi College of Nursing (RGCN), Bangalore, is INR 20,000, payable as INR 10,000 per year. This is among the most affordable Post Basic B.Sc Nursing programmes in Bangalore. Examination fees and library charges may be payable separately. Hostel charges are not included in the programme fee. Confirm the current fee schedule directly with the RGCN admissions office before enrolling.
Ques. What is the eligibility for P.B.B.Sc Nursing at RGCN Bangalore?
Ans. Candidates must hold a GNM diploma from a recognised school of nursing and be currently registered as RN or RNRM with the Karnataka State Nursing Council. Karnataka domicile of 10 years continuous residence or 7 years of schooling is mandatory for state quota seats. Maximum age is 48 years by 31 December 2026. In-service candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of post-registration nursing experience in a government or recognised hospital.
Ques. How is admission done for P.B.B.Sc Nursing at RGCN?
Ans. Admission is through KEA centralised KCET counselling in Karnataka. Candidates register on the KEA portal (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in), upload GNM diploma and nursing council registration certificate, and participate in allotment rounds. Seat allotment is based on KCET merit score and Karnataka state reservation norms. KCET Round 1 Seat Allotment is scheduled for 15 July 2026. On receiving allotment, report to RGCN with original certificates and pay the annual fee to confirm admission.
Ques. What is the difference between P.B.B.Sc Nursing and regular B.Sc Nursing?
Ans. Regular B.Sc Nursing is a four-year programme open to 10+2 Biology students with no prior nursing qualification. P.B.B.Sc Nursing is a two-year bridge programme exclusively for GNM-qualified registered nurses who want to upgrade to a B.Sc degree. Both are RGUHS-affiliated and INC-approved. P.B.B.Sc graduates are eligible for M.Sc Nursing admission. In-service GNM nurses can pursue P.B.B.Sc while continuing employment, subject to college attendance norms.
Ques. What career options are available after P.B.B.Sc Nursing from RGCN?
Ans. A P.B.B.Sc Nursing degree from RGCN upgrades a GNM nurse’s qualification to a university-level B.Sc, enabling career advancement to staff nurse Grade I, nursing sister, and senior clinical nursing positions in government and private hospitals. The B.Sc degree is also the mandatory entry qualification for M.Sc Nursing postgraduate programmes. Internationally, P.B.B.Sc holders can pursue NCLEX-RN or NMC OET credentialing pathways for nursing careers in the US, UK, Canada, and the Gulf.