Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Sapthagiri College of Engineering for the Bachelor of Engineering [BE] in Computer Science and Engineering program vary based on the admission route. For those entering through the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET), the annual tuition fee is approximately Rs. 100,000. Those admitted via the management quota generally pay between Rs. 250,000 and Rs. 300,000 per year. Additional charges applicable to all include a one-time admission fee of Rs.
10,000, development and lab fees of about Rs. 10,000 and Rs. 5,000 annually, respectively, and refundable caution money of Rs. 5,000. Examination fees range between Rs. 6,000 and Rs. 8,000 annually. Scholarships such as the SSP are available, offering financial assistance from the Karnataka government, as well as specific scholarships for merit, rural backgrounds, and female students. Students from SC/ST categories are eligible for tuition fee reductions, sometimes as low as Rs.
50,000 per year.
About General Nursing and Midwifery [GNM]
The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) programme at Sapthagiri NPS University (SNPSU), Bengaluru, Karnataka, is a three-year full-time diploma in nursing offered through the Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (SIMSRC). The programme is regulated by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC) and is followed by a six-month internship. The curriculum covers fundamentals of nursing, medical-surgical nursing, obstetrics and gynaecological nursing, midwifery, paediatric nursing, community health nursing, and mental health nursing. Clinical training is conducted at SIMSRC, a multi-specialty teaching hospital. Graduates are eligible to register with the Karnataka Nursing Council and are deployed in hospitals, community health centres, and primary health centres across India.
📋 Admission Status: Sapthagiri NPS University GNM admissions for 2026-27 are open; apply at snpsu.edu.in/medical.
Key Points
- Three-year GNM diploma at Sapthagiri NPS University (SIMSRC medical campus), Bengaluru.
- Total programme fee is INR 4,50,000 over three years (INR 1,50,000 per year).
- Followed by a six-month compulsory internship at SIMSRC teaching hospital.
- Regulated by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC).
- Clinical training in medical-surgical, obstetric, paediatric, and community health nursing.
Sapthagiri NPS University Bangalore GNM Nursing Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 1,50,000 |
| Total Fees (3 Years) | INR 4,50,000 |
- Confirm current fee at snpsu.edu.in/medical before joining.
- Six-month internship (post-programme) charges may apply separately.
- Hostel charges are payable separately.
Sapthagiri NPS University Bangalore GNM Nursing Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Open | 2026-27 cycle open |
| Merit List and Document Verification | June to July 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August/September 2026 |
- Admission merit-based on 10+2 PCB marks; no entrance exam required.
- Apply at snpsu.edu.in/medical or contact the SIMSRC admissions office.
- KNC registration required before internship completion.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 (PUC) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 45 percent (40 percent for reserved categories). English as a subject is mandatory.
- Minimum age at admission: 17 years as on 31 December of the admission year (per INC norms).
- Admission is merit-based on 10+2 marks; no separate entrance examination required.
- Final-year 10+2 students may apply provisionally subject to result confirmation.
Admission Process
- Step 1: Apply online at snpsu.edu.in/medical or obtain the application form from the SIMSRC campus.
- Step 2: Submit 10+2 mark sheets, school leaving certificate, date-of-birth proof, and photographs.
- Step 3: Merit list is prepared on 10+2 PCB aggregate; shortlisted candidates attend document verification.
- Step 4: Pay fees, confirm admission, and report to SIMSRC, 15 Hesarghatta Road, Bengaluru 560090.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka or Bengaluru-based students targeting nursing careers near SIMSRC hospitals
- Fee-conscious students; INR 4,50,000 total is competitive for a hospital-attached GNM seat
- Students wanting INC-regulated nursing diploma with SIMSRC clinical training
- Students planning Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing upgrade after GNM
- Students aiming for KPSC or government nursing officer recruitment in Karnataka
✗ Skip if
- Students wanting a B.Sc Nursing degree rather than a diploma
- Students targeting Delhi or North India nursing placements
- Students needing a nationally-branded nursing school credential
- Students planning to work abroad where B.Sc Nursing is the baseline requirement
Sapthagiri NPS University Bangalore GNM Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST candidates; apply via ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000/year; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| SNPSU Merit Scholarship | Variable | Institutional merit scholarship; details at snpsu.edu.in/scholarships |
- Karnataka SC/ST: apply via the State Scholarship Portal after joining.
- NSP scholarships: apply at scholarships.gov.in annually.
Sapthagiri NPS University Bangalore GNM Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for GNM at Sapthagiri NPS University?
Ans. The total fee for GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) at Sapthagiri NPS University Bangalore is INR 4,50,000 over three years (INR 1,50,000 per year). Candidates should confirm the current fee at snpsu.edu.in/medical before admission. Six-month internship charges (if applicable) and hostel charges are payable separately.
Ques. What is the eligibility for GNM at SNPSU Bangalore?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 (PUC) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) with a minimum aggregate of 45 percent (40 percent for reserved categories) and English as a subject. Minimum age is 17 years as on 31 December of the admission year (INC norm). Admission is merit-based on 10+2 marks.
Ques. What is the duration of the GNM programme at SNPSU?
Ans. The GNM programme at Sapthagiri NPS University is three years of classroom and clinical training followed by a compulsory six-month internship at SIMSRC (Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre). Total duration is 3.5 years including the internship. The programme is structured across six semesters covering theory and clinical postings in medical-surgical, obstetric, paediatric, and community health nursing.
Ques. What are career options after GNM from SNPSU?
Ans. GNM graduates can register with the Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC) and are eligible for Staff Nurse positions in government hospitals, private multi-specialty hospitals, community health centres, primary health centres, and nursing homes. Government recruitment boards (KPSC, AIIMS, ESIC, Railways, Armed Forces Nursing Service) recruit GNM-qualified nurses. GNM holders can also pursue Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing (2 years) to upgrade their qualification and become eligible for nursing officer and teaching roles.
Ques. Is the GNM programme at SNPSU recognised by INC?
Ans. Sapthagiri NPS University’s GNM programme is offered through the Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (SIMSRC), which operates under INC and Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC) regulation. SNPSU itself is UGC-recognised under Section 2(f) and NAAC ’A+’ accredited. Candidates should confirm INC and KNC recognition status with the admissions office at snpsu.edu.in/medical before joining.
Ques. What is the scope of GNM nursing in Karnataka?
Ans. Karnataka has a large healthcare ecosystem with government district hospitals, ESIC hospitals, NIMHANS, and private multi-specialty chains creating continuous demand for trained nurses. The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) and direct nursing service boards conduct regular recruitment drives. GNM-qualified nurses from SNPSU’s Bengaluru campus benefit from proximity to the city’s hospital network for campus placements and first employment. Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing upgrades are available at multiple Karnataka universities for career advancement into nursing officer and faculty roles.