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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
St. Philomina’s College of Nursing, Bangalore, offers a 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme approved by the Indian Nursing Council and affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. Admission is through the KCET conducted by Karnataka Examinations Authority. The college has 60 seats. Annual tuition fee is INR 50,500, totalling INR 2,02,000 for four years. The campus is attached to St. Philomena’s Hospital, providing clinical training from the first year.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Round 2 seat allotment begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- Specialized Obstetrics and Gynaecology Nursing Lab for hands-on practical training.
- Dedicated Community Health Nursing and Nutrition Labs on campus.
- Clinical postings at attached St. Philomena’s Hospital from the first academic year.
St. Philomina’s B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | 50,500 |
| Total Fees (4 Academic Years) | 2,02,000 |
- Hostel and miscellaneous charges are applicable separately as per college norms.
- Fee figures are from available sources and students should confirm the current amount directly with the college for 2026 to 2027.
St. Philomina’s B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET Application Opens | Jan 17, 2026 |
| KCET Exam | Apr 23 to Apr 24, 2026 |
| KCET Round 1 Seat Allotment | Jul 15, 2026 |
| KCET Round 2 Option Entry Closes | Jul 28, 2026 |
| KCET Round 2 Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission to this programme is processed entirely through KCET counselling by KEA Karnataka.
- Candidates who missed Round 1 can participate in Round 2 by registering on the KEA portal and filling fresh preferences.
- Candidates must check seat availability at this college during each counselling round on the official KEA website.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or II PUC with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with minimum 45% aggregate in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31 of the year of admission, with no upper age limit specified by INC.
- Must be physically and mentally sound as per Indian Nursing Council norms for nursing practice.
Admission Process
- Appear in the Karnataka CET (KCET) conducted by KEA for nursing programmes.
- Register on the KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in and upload required documents for verification.
- Participate in the merit-based KCET counselling and fill and lock college preferences in order of priority.
- Receive seat allotment letter based on KCET rank and college choices from KEA.
- Report to the college with original documents, pay the prescribed fees, and complete admission formalities.
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking affordable nursing education with low annual fees in Bangalore.
- Want hospital-integrated clinical training from the first year.
- Targeting an RGUHS degree with INC-approved curriculum and recognition.
- Comfortable with a smaller cohort allowing personalised mentoring.
✗ Skip if
- Looking for a college with extensive international nursing exchange programmes.
- Need a large campus with multiple specialisation simulation labs.
- Prefer colleges with organised corporate campus placement drives for nursing graduates.
St. Philomina’s B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Fee reimbursement plus maintenance allowance | SC/ST students domiciled in Karnataka with annual family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs |
| Karnataka OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | Maintenance allowance as per government norms | OBC students from Karnataka with annual family income below INR 1 Lakh |
| National Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students | Tuition fee plus maintenance allowance | SC students with annual family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs enrolled in professional courses |
| Minority Post-Matric Scholarship | Tuition fee and maintenance allowance | Students from minority communities with annual family income below INR 2 Lakhs |
- Central government scholarship applications are submitted at scholarships.gov.in.
- State scholarship applications go through the Karnataka state scholarship portal.
St. Philomina’s B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. How many seats are available in B.Sc Nursing at St. Philomina’s College Bangalore?
Ans. St. Philomina’s College of Nursing, Bangalore, has an approved intake of 60 seats for the B.Sc Nursing programme. Seats are allotted through KCET counselling by KEA Karnataka based on merit rank. Candidates should verify seat availability at this college during each round of KCET counselling, as unfilled seats from Round 1 become available again in Round 2 and subsequent rounds on the KEA portal.
Ques. Is KCET mandatory for B.Sc Nursing admission at St. Philomina’s College?
Ans. Yes, admission to B.Sc Nursing at St. Philomina’s College of Nursing, Bangalore, is through the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) conducted by KEA. Candidates must appear in KCET and register for the subsequent counselling rounds on the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Direct admission outside the KCET counselling process is not permitted under Karnataka government regulations for nursing colleges affiliated to RGUHS.
Ques. What clinical training opportunities are available at St. Philomina’s Nursing College?
Ans. The college is attached to the St. Philomena’s Hospital in Bangalore, giving nursing students access to live wards and patient care from the first academic year. The college also has a Community Health Nursing Lab, an Obstetrics and Gynaecology Nursing Lab, and a Nutrition Lab on campus for structured practical sessions that run alongside hospital postings throughout the four-year programme.
Ques. Are hostel facilities available at St. Philomina’s College of Nursing Bangalore?
Ans. The college provides hostel facilities for nursing students in Bangalore, with charges applicable separately from the annual tuition fee of INR 50,500. Hostel costs are not included in the four-year total of INR 2,02,000. Students planning to avail of on-campus accommodation are advised to contact the college directly at 080-25575705 or via email at stphilomenascon@yahoo.com before finalising admission, as room availability may vary each academic year.
Ques. What are the career options after completing B.Sc Nursing from St. Philomina’s College?
Ans. After completing B.Sc Nursing, graduates can register with the Karnataka Nursing Council and join hospitals such as Apollo, Max, and Fortis, which have recruited from this college. Other career paths include pursuing M.Sc Nursing for specialisation and faculty roles, appearing for government nurse recruitment exams under KPSC or AIIMS, working with community health programmes and NGOs, or qualifying for international nursing licensure such as NCLEX for the USA or CBT for the UK.