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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
SH College of Nursing, Cherthala offers a four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing programme affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur and recognised by the Indian Nursing Council. Admission is through LBS Centre for Science and Technology, Kerala. Annual tuition fee is INR 70,000 and the college has an intake of 50 B.Sc Nursing seats. The college is located in Cherthala, Alappuzha district, Kerala.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
SH College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee (State Quota) | INR 70,000 |
| Total Course Fee (4 Years) | INR 2,80,000 |
- Hostel facility is available on campus and charged separately.
- Fee structure is subject to revision as per Kerala government norms each year.
SH College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| LBS B.Sc Nursing Application Opens | 11 June 2026 |
| Last Date for B.Sc Nursing Applications | 25 July 2026 |
- LBS rank list and counselling schedule are published on lbscentre.kerala.gov.in.
- KUHS B.Sc Nursing counselling is expected to begin in August 2026.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology combined
- Minimum age of 17 years as on 31 December 2026
- Medically fit as per the standards prescribed by KUHS and INC
Admission Process
- Apply online on lbscentre.kerala.gov.in during the application window
- Pay the application fee of INR 800 for General category and INR 400 for SC/ST
- Check the merit rank list published by LBS Centre after the application deadline
- Participate in KUHS B.Sc Nursing centralised allotment and exercise college preference
- Select SH College of Nursing, Cherthala during web options choice filling
- Report to the college with original documents after seat allotment notification
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking an INC-recognised B.Sc Nursing programme in Kerala with KUHS affiliation
- Preferring a smaller intake of 50 seats for more individual attention
- Looking for nursing education in Alappuzha district at an affordable fee
- Planning a nursing career in Kerala hospitals or government healthcare sector
✗ Skip if
- Seeking a college with published placement records and hospital tie-ups
- Preferring a nursing college in a larger city with more clinical exposure options
- Not eligible under LBS Kerala centralised allotment for state quota seats
- Requiring an NCLEX-RN preparation pathway not offered by this college
SH College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC students with Kerala domicile |
| Central Sector Scholarship Scheme | INR 12,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in Class 12 board exam |
| NSP Minority Scholarship | Varies by category | Minority community students from economically weaker sections |
| Kerala Scheduled Caste Development Corporation Loan | Up to INR 4 Lakh | SC students for professional courses in Kerala |
- Apply for Kerala state scholarships on the Scholarship Management System (SMS) portal.
- Apply for central government scholarships on the National Scholarship Portal.
SH College of Nursing B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. How is admission to B.Sc Nursing at SH College of Nursing, Cherthala processed?
Ans. Admission to B.Sc Nursing at SH College of Nursing, Cherthala is through the centralised allotment conducted by LBS Centre for Science and Technology, Kerala, on behalf of Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS). Candidates apply on lbscentre.kerala.gov.in, and seats are allotted based on merit rank. The college also has management quota seats filled through its own admission process.
Ques. What is the annual fee for B.Sc Nursing at SH College of Nursing, Cherthala?
Ans. The annual tuition fee for the B.Sc Nursing programme at SH College of Nursing, Cherthala is INR 70,000 for state quota seats, making the total four-year course fee INR 2,80,000. Hostel facility is available on campus at separate charges. Students should confirm the current fee with the college admission office as it is subject to revision each academic year.
Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Sc Nursing admission in Kerala through LBS 2026?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board. A minimum aggregate of 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology is required. The minimum age is 17 years as on 31 December 2026. Medical fitness as per KUHS standards is also mandatory for nursing programme admission.
Ques. To which university is SH College of Nursing, Cherthala affiliated?
Ans. SH College of Nursing, Cherthala is affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur. The college is also recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KSNC). The B.Sc Nursing degree is awarded by KUHS upon successful completion of the four-year programme.
Ques. How many seats are available for B.Sc Nursing at SH College of Nursing, Cherthala?
Ans. SH College of Nursing, Cherthala has an annual intake of 50 seats for the B.Sc Nursing programme. Seats are distributed between the state quota (filled through LBS centralised allotment) and management quota (filled through the college’s own admission process). The smaller intake ensures a lower student-to-faculty ratio for better learning outcomes.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from SH College of Nursing, Cherthala?
Ans. Graduates of B.Sc Nursing can work as staff nurses in government and private hospitals, community health centres, and clinics across Kerala and other states. Higher education options include M.Sc Nursing and post-basic specialisation programmes through KUHS. Many Kerala nursing graduates also pursue international opportunities by appearing for licensing examinations such as NCLEX-RN for the USA or OET for the UK and Australia.