Master of Science [M.Sc] (Nursing)
About Master of Science [M.Sc] (Nursing)
RAKCON, New Delhi, offers a 2-year Master of Science in Nursing under the University of Delhi, funded by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The programme is open exclusively to women nurses with at least one year of clinical experience in a recognized hospital. Admission is through RAKCON’s own entrance examination. Total fees for the two-year programme stand at INR 18,270, making it among the most affordable postgraduate nursing programmes in the country.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins August 2026 (Tentative).
RAKCON M.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Fee (Tuition and Other Charges) | INR 9,135 |
| Application Fee (one-time, non-refundable) | INR 1,500 |
| Total Course Fees (2 years) | INR 18,270 |
- Application fee of INR 1,500 is paid online and is separate from annual course fees.
- Fee figures pertain to 2025-26 session and may be revised for 2026-27.
RAKCON M.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | March 20, 2026 |
| Application Closes | April 24, 2026 |
| RAKCON Entrance Exam | May 31, 2026 |
| Entrance Exam Result | June 12, 2026 |
| Admission Window Closes | July 4, 2026 |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 |
- Work experience is calculated up to April 24, 2026 for 2026 admissions.
- The entrance exam tests fundamentals from the B.Sc Nursing curriculum in objective format.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- B.Sc Hons Nursing from University of Delhi or B.Sc Nursing or Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing from a recognized university with minimum 55% aggregate.
- At least one year of clinical work experience in a recognized hospital with a minimum of 100 beds, in hospitals, specialized institutions, academic settings, or public health agencies.
- Valid RN and RM registration with the State Nursing Council. Only women candidates are eligible to apply for M.Sc Nursing at RAKCON.
Admission Process
- Download the RAKCON prospectus and fill the online application form at rakcon.com.
- Pay the INR 1,500 application fee online before the April 24, 2026 deadline.
- Appear for the RAKCON entrance examination held on May 31, 2026 at the college campus.
- Result is declared on June 12, 2026 and the merit list is published on the RAKCON website.
- Shortlisted candidates report for document verification with original certificates within the admission window.
- Admission is confirmed after fee payment and submission of experience and nursing registration certificates.
✓ Opt for this if
- Women nurses with one year experience seeking affordable government M.Sc.
- Targeting teaching or specialist nursing roles at government hospitals.
- Want a University of Delhi postgraduate degree in nursing science.
- Prefer clinical training at central government hospitals in Delhi.
✗ Skip if
- Do not yet have one year of mandatory clinical work experience.
- Seeking a co-educational postgraduate campus environment.
- Prefer admission through NORCET or centralized nursing counselling.
RAKCON M.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC Candidates | Course fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance | SC candidates with annual family income below INR 2.5 lakhs |
| Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Candidates | Course fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance | OBC candidates with annual family income below INR 1 lakh |
| Scholarship for Minorities (Central) | INR 5,000 to INR 10,000 per year | Minority community students scoring above 50% in qualifying exam |
- All scholarship applications are submitted via the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
- Scholarship amounts and eligibility norms are subject to annual revision by the concerned ministry.
RAKCON M.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is one year of work experience mandatory for M.Sc Nursing admission at RAKCON?
Ans. Yes, one year of clinical work experience in a recognized hospital with a minimum of 100 beds is mandatory. The experience may be in hospitals, specialized institutions, academic settings, or public health agencies. Work experience is calculated up to the application closing date of April 24, 2026. Experience certificates from the employing hospital must be submitted as proof at document verification. Candidates who have not completed one year by that date are not eligible.
Ques. What is the total fee for M.Sc Nursing at RAKCON?
Ans. The annual fee for M.Sc Nursing at RAKCON is INR 9,135, covering tuition and other charges for each of the two years. The total programme fee amounts to INR 18,270. A separate one-time non-refundable application fee of INR 1,500 is payable online at the time of application submission. As a government-funded institution under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, these fees are far lower than those at private nursing colleges.
Ques. What does the RAKCON M.Sc Nursing entrance exam cover?
Ans. The RAKCON entrance exam for M.Sc Nursing tests fundamentals from the B.Sc Nursing curriculum in objective format. For the 2026 session, the exam was conducted on May 31, 2026 and results were declared on June 12, 2026. The merit list for admission is prepared based on entrance test scores. Candidates must appear at the RAKCON campus in New Delhi on the scheduled exam date.
Ques. Is M.Sc Nursing at RAKCON open to male nurses?
Ans. No. All programmes at Rajkumari Amrit Kaur College of Nursing are open exclusively to women candidates. This includes M.Sc Nursing, B.Sc Hons Nursing, and all other courses. The college has maintained this policy since its founding in 1946 under the Government of India. Male nurses, regardless of qualification, experience, or specialization, are not eligible to apply for any course at this institution.
Ques. What career opportunities are available after M.Sc Nursing from RAKCON?
Ans. M.Sc Nursing graduates from RAKCON can pursue careers as nurse educators in nursing colleges, clinical nurse specialists, nursing administrators, or research associates in government health institutions. Recruiters include AIIMS, Safdarjung Hospital, Lady Hardinge Medical College, and other central government facilities. The University of Delhi affiliation also makes RAKCON M.Sc Nursing recognized for Ph.D programme eligibility at reputed institutions across the country.