Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Srinagar offers B.Sc Nursing, a 4-year programme preparing students for professional nursing practice in one of J&K’s largest multi-specialty teaching hospitals. Admission is through the JKBOPEE Common Entrance Test, open to J&K domicile candidates with 10+2 in PCB and English with at least 45% marks. Total course fees at SKIMS are INR 12,500, making it a highly subsidised government option.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling Rounds expected to begin August 2026 (Tentative).
SKIMS Srinagar B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (4-year course) | INR 12,500 |
| Total Fees | INR 12,500 |
- Fees are subsidised as SKIMS is a government autonomous institution in J&K.
- Hostel and mess charges are billed separately by SKIMS for nursing students.
SKIMS Srinagar B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JKBOPEE Nursing CET Registration Closed | 7 April 2026 |
| JKBOPEE B.Sc Nursing CET | 26 April 2026 |
| Provisional Merit List Released | 29 May 2026 |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- JKBOPEE CET is the single exam for Nursing, Paramedical and Technology courses.
- Counselling and seat allotment schedule will be notified separately by JKBOPEE.
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 45% aggregate in PCB for general category (40% for reserved categories)
- Minimum age of 17 years as of 31 December of the admission year
- Valid J&K domicile certificate required for most seats at SKIMS
- Must qualify the JKBOPEE B.Sc Nursing Common Entrance Test
Admission Process
- Register for the JKBOPEE B.Sc Nursing CET on the official JKBOPEE portal
- Appear for the CET at designated centres in Jammu or Srinagar
- Check the provisional merit list on the official JKBOPEE website
- Participate in JKBOPEE counselling and fill college and course preferences
- Report to SKIMS Srinagar on seat allotment with required original documents
- Pay the course fee to confirm the allotted B.Sc Nursing seat at SKIMS
✓ Opt for this if
- J&K domicile student pursuing a government nursing career in the state
- Want hospital training in a large multi-specialty tertiary care institution
- Planning to work in J&K health facilities or pursue M.Sc Nursing later
- Prefer an affordable 4-year programme with minimal total outlay
✗ Skip if
- Looking for nursing programmes with strong private hospital placement drives
- Prefer pan-India career mobility and metro-city hospital exposure
- Planning to pursue nursing abroad where international curriculum standards apply
- Need a programme with structured foreign recruitment partnerships
SKIMS Srinagar B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/EBC) | Tuition fee plus INR 3,000 per month (hostellers) | Reserved category J&K students via NSP |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships | INR 10,000 per year (day scholars) INR 20,000 per year (hostellers) | Top 10% in Class 12 board examinations |
| SAKSHAM Scholarship for PwD Students | INR 30,000 per year | Full-time students with benchmark disability |
- Apply for all central scholarships on the National Scholarship Portal before deadlines.
- Reserved category candidates may receive tuition fee concessions directly at admission.
SKIMS Srinagar B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What entrance exam is required for B.Sc Nursing admission at SKIMS Srinagar?
Ans. Admission to B.Sc Nursing at SKIMS Srinagar is through the Common Entrance Test conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations. The JKBOPEE CET is a unified exam covering B.Sc Nursing, Paramedical and Technology courses together. For the 2026 batch, the CET was held on 26 April 2026 and the provisional merit list was released on 29 May 2026. Counselling and seat allotment dates are notified separately by JKBOPEE.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at SKIMS Srinagar?
Ans. The total course fee for B.Sc Nursing at SKIMS Srinagar is INR 12,500 for the complete 4-year programme. This reflects the heavily subsidised nature of SKIMS as a government autonomous institution under the J&K government. Hostel and mess charges, where availed, are billed separately. Because of this low fee structure, education loans are generally not required, and most students fund the programme without financial assistance from banks.
Ques. What subjects are covered in B.Sc Nursing at SKIMS and what is its duration?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing at SKIMS is a 4-year full-time programme. The curriculum includes anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, nutrition, psychology, microbiology, medical and surgical nursing, obstetric nursing, paediatric nursing, community health nursing, mental health nursing, and nursing research. Students undertake clinical postings in the various wards and departments of SKIMS hospital throughout the four years, gaining hands-on patient care experience in a high-volume government teaching hospital.
Ques. Can students from outside J&K apply for B.Sc Nursing at SKIMS Srinagar?
Ans. Most B.Sc Nursing seats at SKIMS are reserved for J&K domicile holders under the JKBOPEE process. Students from other states should verify whether any open or non-domicile seats are available in the specific year’s official notification from JKBOPEE or SKIMS. Seat availability for non-J&K candidates can vary from year to year, so prospective out-of-state applicants must check the current official notification before applying.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from SKIMS Srinagar?
Ans. Graduates of B.Sc Nursing from SKIMS can work as staff nurses in government and private hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and community health centres across J&K and India. SKIMS-trained nurses are eligible for J&K government nursing recruitment. Further academic options include M.Sc Nursing, specialisation in critical care or oncology nursing, or teaching positions in recognised nursing colleges after gaining the required clinical experience.
Ques. Are hostel facilities available for B.Sc Nursing students at SKIMS Srinagar?
Ans. Hostel facilities are available for B.Sc Nursing students at SKIMS Srinagar, and they are billed separately from the academic course fee of INR 12,500. Nursing students typically live in a nursing hostel on or near the SKIMS campus, which facilitates early morning clinical postings and duty shifts. Students should confirm current hostel availability and allotment norms directly with the SKIMS nursing administration at the time of reporting for admission.