Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)

RV College of Nursing (RVCN), Bangalore offers B.Sc Nursing as a 4-year full-time program affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS). Admission is through KCET scores via KEA centralized counselling, with management quota seats also available. The annual tuition fee is INR 85,000, totalling INR 3,40,000 for the full course. RVCN is recognized by the Indian Nursing Council and Karnataka Nursing Council.

📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).

RV College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026

• Hostel and boarding charges are billed separately and vary each academic year.
• Examination and other miscellaneous charges are payable as per RGUHS and institute norms.

RV College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026

• KEA 2026 counselling schedule and seat allotment dates are updated at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
• Management quota seats are filled directly by the institute outside the KEA counselling process.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Completed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as mandatory subjects from a recognized board
• Minimum 45% aggregate marks in PCB for General category candidates (40% for SC/ST/OBC as per Karnataka norms)
• Must have appeared in KCET and obtained a valid rank for KEA state quota counselling
• Minimum age of 17 years to be attained on or before December 31, 2026

Admission Process

• Register and appear in KCET to obtain a valid rank for health sciences courses
• Obtain KCET rank card and verify eligibility for B.Sc Nursing seats under KEA
• Register on the KEA online portal, pay the registration fee, and upload required documents
• Fill and lock college and course preferences in order of priority before the KEA option entry deadline
• Check the Round 1 seat allotment result at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea and accept the allotted seat
• Report to RVCN Bangalore with original documents and fee payment to confirm admission within the reporting deadline

✓ Opt for this if

• You want B.Sc Nursing in Bangalore through Karnataka KEA counselling
• You prefer a lower total course fee of INR 3,40,000 for nursing education
• You want clinical exposure in Bangalore, a major healthcare hub in South India
• You are a Karnataka resident eligible for state quota KCET seats

✗ Skip if

• You prefer nursing colleges with larger cohorts and a wider alumni network
• You want a government nursing college with subsidized state fee structures
• You are not eligible for KCET and cannot access management quota seats
• You prefer studying closer to your home state outside Karnataka

RV College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026

• Apply for state and central scholarships before the annual NSP portal and state scholarship deadlines.
• Students must maintain the prescribed attendance and academic standards to retain scholarships annually.

RV College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at RV College of Nursing Bangalore?

Ans. The annual tuition fee at RVCN Bangalore is INR 85,000. For the full 4-year B.Sc Nursing program, total tuition amounts to INR 3,40,000. Hostel charges, examination fees, and miscellaneous costs are billed separately and vary per year. Candidates should confirm the current fee structure with the admissions office before enrolling.

Ques. How is admission done for B.Sc Nursing at RVCN Bangalore?

Ans. Admission to B.Sc Nursing at RVCN is through two routes: state quota seats filled via KCET rank through Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) centralized counselling, and management quota seats filled directly by the institute. Candidates for state quota must appear in KCET, register on the KEA portal, fill preferences, and accept the allotted seat.

Ques. Which university is RV College of Nursing affiliated with?

Ans. RVCN Bangalore is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore. The B.Sc Nursing degree is recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC). Graduates are eligible for KNC registration and nursing practice across India.

Ques. What is the KCET eligibility for B.Sc Nursing admission at RVCN?

Ans. Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, scoring a minimum of 45% aggregate in these subjects for General category (40% for SC/ST/OBC as per Karnataka norms). Appearing in KCET is mandatory for state quota seats. Minimum age is 17 years by December 31, 2026.

Ques. Are hostel facilities available at RV College of Nursing Bangalore?

Ans. Hostel facilities are available at RVCN Bangalore. Hostel charges are billed separately from tuition fees and vary per academic year. Students are advised to contact the RVCN admissions office directly to confirm current hostel availability, accommodation charges, and allotment procedures before the date of reporting.

Ques. Can students from outside Karnataka apply for B.Sc Nursing at RVCN?

Ans. Yes. Karnataka domicile is required for the state quota seats filled through KEA counselling. Students from outside Karnataka can apply for management quota seats, which are filled directly by the institute without KEA counselling. All candidates must meet the basic eligibility criteria of 10+2 with PCB and minimum required marks.