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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
The Oxford College of Nursing, Bangalore, offers a 4-year full-time B.Sc Nursing programme affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore, and approved by the Indian Nursing Council. Admission is through the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) for government quota seats, with management quota admissions handled directly by the college. Government quota fees are INR 50,000 per year and management quota fees are INR 1,50,000 per year.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 30 July 2026.
Oxford College of Nursing Bangalore B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee - Government Quota (per year) | INR 50,000 |
| Tuition Fee - Management Quota (per year) | INR 1,50,000 |
| Total Fees - Government Quota (4 years) | INR 2,00,000 |
- Management quota total for 4 years is INR 6,00,000.
- Hostel fees range from INR 45,000 to INR 80,000 per year including food charges.
- Non-Karnataka candidates are not eligible for government quota seats through KEA.
Oxford College of Nursing Bangalore B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET Registration Opens | 16 January 2026 |
| KCET Registration Closes | 27 February 2026 |
| KCET Exam | 22 to 24 April 2026 |
| KCET Result Declaration | 6 June 2026 |
| KEA Counselling Registration Closes | 30 July 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- KEA counselling for government quota is conducted at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Management quota candidates may contact the college directly for admission.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 (II PUC) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English individually from a recognised board.
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks in PCB for general category candidates.
- Minimum age of 17 years on or before 31 December of the year of admission.
- Karnataka domicile required for government/state quota seats through KEA.
Admission Process
- Register for KCET on the KEA portal and appear for the Physics, Chemistry, and Biology examination.
- After KCET result declaration, register for KEA B.Sc Nursing counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Fill in college preferences and participate in round-wise seat allotment based on KCET rank.
- Confirm the allotted seat and report to Oxford College of Nursing with original documents for verification.
- Pay the prescribed fee and complete the medical fitness examination for final enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- You are a Karnataka domicile seeking an RGUHS-affiliated B.Sc Nursing seat in Bangalore.
- You secured a government quota seat at INR 50,000 per year through KCET.
- You want nursing training in Bangalore with access to the city’s hospital network.
- You plan to pursue M.Sc Nursing or hospital nursing careers in Karnataka after graduation.
✗ Skip if
- You are from outside Karnataka and cannot access government quota seats.
- You cannot manage management quota fees of INR 1,50,000 per year.
- You want a nursing college with published placement data and hospital recruitment records.
Oxford College of Nursing Bangalore B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST | As per state norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile with annual family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs |
| Karnataka Rajyotsava Scholarship | INR 2,000 per year | Karnataka domicile students pursuing professional programmes |
| Central Sector Scholarship via NSP | INR 10,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in Class 12 with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs |
- Apply for Karnataka state scholarships through the Karnataka Scholarship Portal.
- Central Sector Scholarship applications are submitted through scholarships.gov.in each academic year.
Oxford College of Nursing Bangalore B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the fee for B.Sc Nursing at The Oxford College of Nursing Bangalore?
Ans. The Oxford College of Nursing charges INR 50,000 per year under the government quota and INR 1,50,000 per year under the management quota. Over the 4-year programme, the total cost is INR 2,00,000 for government quota and INR 6,00,000 for management quota. Hostel fees range from INR 45,000 to INR 80,000 per year including food.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for B.Sc Nursing admission at this college?
Ans. Karnataka domicile candidates must appear for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). Government quota seats are allocated through KEA counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in based on KCET rank. Management quota admissions are handled directly by the college for candidates who do not secure a government quota seat.
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for B.Sc Nursing at Oxford College of Nursing Bangalore?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 (II PUC) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks in PCB. Minimum age is 17 years as of 31 December of the admission year. Non-Karnataka candidates are not eligible for government quota seats and must apply under management quota.
Ques. Is the B.Sc Nursing degree from Oxford College of Nursing recognised for jobs and further studies?
Ans. Yes. The Oxford College of Nursing is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore, and approved by the Indian Nursing Council and Karnataka Nursing Council. The degree qualifies graduates to register with the Karnataka Nursing Council and apply for staff nurse positions in government and private hospitals. It also qualifies them to appear for M.Sc Nursing entrance exams.
Ques. Are there scholarships available for B.Sc Nursing students at this college?
Ans. Students can apply for the Karnataka Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST students and the Karnataka Rajyotsava Scholarship for domicile candidates. All eligible students may also apply for the Central Sector Scholarship through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. Deadlines for each scheme are notified at the start of every academic year.
Ques. What career paths are available after B.Sc Nursing from Oxford College of Nursing Bangalore?
Ans. Graduates can register with the Karnataka Nursing Council and work as staff nurses in government and private hospitals across Karnataka. Bangalore’s large hospital ecosystem provides strong local employment opportunities. Graduates may also pursue M.Sc Nursing, apply for central government health service positions, or seek nursing roles abroad in the Middle East, UK, or other countries that recognise RGUHS degrees.