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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Samaritan College of Nursing, Pazhanganad, Ernakulam, offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a 4-year full-time programme affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur, and approved by the Indian Nursing Council. The college is situated within the Samaritan Hospital campus, offering direct clinical training. Annual fee is INR 1,40,000, making the total course fee INR 5,60,000 over 4 years.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Final Allotment expected 09 October 2026.
Samaritan College of Nursing Ernakulam B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Other Charges (per year) | INR 1,40,000 |
| Hostel Fee (optional, per year) | To be confirmed with college |
| Total Fees (4 years) | INR 5,60,000 |
- Fees quoted are for the first year and may vary slightly in subsequent years.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate and to be confirmed directly with the college.
- Government quota and management quota fee structures may differ.
Samaritan College of Nursing Ernakulam B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| LBS Centre Online Registration Closes | July 25, 2026 |
| First Allotment List | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Second Allotment List | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Final Allotment List | October 9, 2026 |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is based solely on Plus Two PCB aggregate marks and no separate nursing entrance exam is required.
- Candidates must monitor lbscentre.in for updated allotment schedules and joining deadlines.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Plus Two (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as core subjects
- Minimum 45% aggregate in PCB (35% for SC/ST candidates in Kerala)
- English passed as a compulsory subject individually in Plus Two
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31, 2026
Admission Process
- Register through LBS Centre portal at lbscentre.in for government quota seats
- Enter Plus Two marks and fill college and course preferences in order of priority
- Check allotment result and download the allotment letter
- Pay the requisite fees within the stipulated deadline on the LBS portal
- Report to Samaritan College of Nursing with original documents for admission confirmation
- Management quota candidates may apply directly to the college for available seats
✓ Opt for this if
- Kerala residents seeking a KUHS-affiliated INC-approved nursing degree in Ernakulam
- Students valuing direct hospital-based clinical exposure during the programme
- Those planning to work in Kerala government hospitals after graduation
- Candidates who did not qualify NEET but scored well in Plus Two PCB
✗ Skip if
- Students from outside Kerala (government quota reserved for Kerala residents)
- Those needing a nursing college with documented placement in corporate hospitals
- Candidates looking for an integrated M.Sc Nursing pathway at the same campus
- Students requiring a college with well-established international nursing placement
Samaritan College of Nursing Ernakulam B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full tuition fee reimbursement | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per annum |
| Kerala OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | Up to INR 40,000 per year | OBC students with family income below INR 1 lakh per annum |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | Top 20th percentile in Plus Two from recognised board with income below INR 8 lakh |
- Kerala state scholarship applications are submitted through the eGrantz portal.
- Central government scholarships require registration at scholarships.gov.in before the annual deadline.
Samaritan College of Nursing Ernakulam B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the admission process for B.Sc Nursing at Samaritan College of Nursing, Pazhanganad?
Ans. Admission to B.Sc Nursing at Samaritan College of Nursing is through the LBS Centre Nursing and Paramedical Allotment process. No separate entrance exam is required. Candidates are ranked based on their Plus Two marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and must register on the LBS Centre portal. Seat allotment is done through multiple rounds, with the final allotment expected on October 9, 2026.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at Samaritan College of Nursing Ernakulam?
Ans. The total fee for the 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme at Samaritan College of Nursing is INR 5,60,000, based on an annual fee of INR 1,40,000. Hostel and mess charges are separate and must be confirmed directly with the college. Government quota and management quota seats may have different fee structures.
Ques. To which university is Samaritan College of Nursing affiliated?
Ans. Samaritan College of Nursing, Pazhanganad, Ernakulam, is affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur, the apex health sciences university of Kerala. The college is also approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC). A KUHS-affiliated B.Sc Nursing degree is recognised for nursing registration with the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council and for employment across India.
Ques. Does Samaritan College of Nursing provide clinical training during the B.Sc Nursing programme?
Ans. Yes, Samaritan College of Nursing is situated within the Samaritan Hospital campus in Pazhanganad, Ernakulam. Students receive hands-on clinical training at the hospital as part of the KUHS-mandated curriculum. This on-campus hospital setup provides consistent practical exposure throughout all 4 years of the programme, covering a range of medical and surgical departments.
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for B.Sc Nursing at Samaritan College?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Plus Two (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum 45% aggregate in PCB (35% for SC/ST). English must have been passed as a compulsory subject individually. The minimum age for admission is 17 years as on December 31, 2026. Kerala residents are given preference for government quota seats in the LBS Centre allotment.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from Samaritan College, Ernakulam?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates from KUHS-affiliated colleges can work as staff nurses in government hospitals, private hospitals, nursing homes, and community health centres across Kerala and India. They are eligible for Kerala PSC Staff Nurse recruitment and central government hospital examinations. Further study options include M.Sc Nursing, Clinical Nurse Specialist programmes, and public health nursing courses.