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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
St. John’s College of Nursing, Vellore offers a 4-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing approved by the Indian Nursing Council and affiliated with the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University. The programme admits 50 students annually and trains graduates for hospital nursing, community health, and midwifery roles. Government quota fees are INR 60,000 per annum. Admission is merit-based on 12th board marks through Tamil Nadu DME online counselling.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
St. John’s Nursing B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| All-Inclusive Fees (Govt. Quota, per year) | INR 60,000 |
| Total Fees (Govt. Quota, 4 years) | INR 2,40,000 |
- Govt. quota fee covers tuition, lab, library, sports, and amenity charges.
- Hostel, transport, and mess charges are payable separately to the college.
- Management quota fees are set separately by the institution.
St. John’s Nursing B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Portal Opened | 21 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 3 July 2026 |
- Apply online at tnmedicalselection.org with a non-refundable fee of INR 500.
- SC, SCA, and ST candidates are exempt from the application fee.
- Online counselling requires a processing fee of INR 250.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with English as a mandatory subject
- Minimum 45% aggregate in PCB for open category candidates (40% for BC, SC, and ST)
- Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31, 2026 and maximum 30 years for general category
Admission Process
- Register and submit the online application at tnmedicalselection.org before the closing date
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of INR 500 online (exempted for SC/SCA/ST candidates)
- Upload required documents including 10th and 12th marksheets, community certificate, and photograph
- Merit rank is computed from normalised 12th PCB aggregate marks across all recognised boards
- Participate in online counselling by paying the INR 250 processing fee and select preferred college
- Download the provisional allotment order and report to the allotted institution with original certificates on the specified date
✓ Opt for this if
- Pursuing nursing through a Christian mission hospital-affiliated institution
- Looking for affordable government quota nursing fees in Vellore
- Planning a career in hospital nursing, midwifery, or community health
- Prefer merit-based admission without a competitive entrance exam
✗ Skip if
- Seeking a nursing college in a district closer to home
- Expecting structured placement support outside Tamil Nadu
- Aiming for PG nursing programmes at the same campus
- Prefer a college with a stronger research or teaching hospital emphasis
St. John’s Nursing B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| TN Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST | Maintenance and tuition allowance as per TN government norms | SC and ST students in degree nursing programmes in Tamil Nadu |
| TN BC/MBC Scholarship | As fixed by TN Social Welfare Department annually | BC and MBC students with family income below INR 2,00,000 per annum |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | INR 10,000 per annum | Merit-based, family income below INR 8,00,000 per annum |
- Apply through scholarships.gov.in before the annual scholarship deadline.
- State scholarships are processed through the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarship portal.
St. John’s Nursing B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at St. John’s College of Nursing Vellore?
Ans. For government quota seats, the all-inclusive fee is INR 60,000 per annum as per the Tamil Nadu DME prospectus 2026-27, making the 4-year B.Sc Nursing total INR 2,40,000. This covers tuition, lab, library, sports, and amenity charges. Hostel, transport, and mess charges are payable separately. Management quota fees are fixed by the institution and may differ from the government quota rate, so candidates should confirm directly from the college before reporting.
Ques. Is there an entrance exam for B.Sc Nursing admission in Tamil Nadu?
Ans. No separate entrance exam is required for B.Sc Nursing admission in Tamil Nadu. Selection is merit-based on 12th board marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Marks are normalised across different boards before preparing the merit rank list. The process is managed by the Selection Committee of the Directorate of Medical Education and Research, Tamil Nadu, and candidates register through tnmedicalselection.org during the notified application window.
Ques. What is the intake and affiliation of St. John’s College of Nursing Vellore?
Ans. St. John’s College of Nursing, Vellore has an approved intake of 50 seats for the B.Sc Nursing programme. The college is approved by the Indian Nursing Council and the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council, and is affiliated with the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. It is part of the St. John’s Institutions group in Vellore and operates in a Christian mission healthcare environment.
Ques. What subjects are required in 12th for B.Sc Nursing eligibility at St. John’s Nursing Vellore?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as core subjects, with English as a mandatory subject. A minimum aggregate of 45% in PCB is required for open category candidates, while BC, SC, and ST candidates need a minimum of 40%. The candidate must be at least 17 years old as of December 31, 2026, and not older than 30 years for general category applicants.
Ques. Is hostel facility available at St. John’s College of Nursing Vellore?
Ans. Yes, hostel facility with mess is available at St. John’s College of Nursing, Vellore, as indicated by the Tamil Nadu DME prospectus 2026-27, which confirms hostel provision for B.Sc Nursing students. Hostel charges are payable separately and are not included in the government quota course fees of INR 60,000 per annum. Students should contact the college directly for current hostel fee rates and availability.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from St. John’s Vellore?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates from St. John’s can register with the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council and work as staff nurses in hospitals, community health centres, and primary health centres. Other roles include nursing officer in central government health services, school health nurse, industrial nurse, and nursing educator. Graduates can also pursue M.Sc Nursing for specialisation in areas such as medical-surgical nursing, paediatrics, or obstetrics.