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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Travancore College of Nursing, Kollam is a private INC and KSNC-approved institution on the Travancore Medicity Campus, offering BSc Nursing over 4 years. Affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur, it provides clinical training at the adjacent Travancore Medical College Hospital. Admission is merit-based through the LBS Centre centralised allotment process with no entrance exam. The college has 50 BSc Nursing seats with annual fees of INR 83,000.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Allotment expected to begin August 2026 (Tentative).
Travancore Nursing Kollam B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee (Merit/Management Quota) | INR 63,500 |
| Annual Special Fee | INR 17,000 |
| Annual University Registration Fee | INR 2,500 |
| NRI Quota Annual Tuition Fee | INR 95,000 |
| Caution Deposit (refundable, Year 1 only) | INR 10,000 |
| Total Fees (Merit/Management Quota, 4 years) | INR 3,42,000 |
- Total includes INR 93,000 in Year 1 and INR 83,000 in each of Years 2 to 4.
- NRI quota total over 4 years is INR 4,68,000 including one-time caution deposit.
- Caution deposit is refundable on completion or withdrawal from the programme.
Travancore Nursing Kollam B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| LBS Centre Application Opening | Jun 11, 2026 |
| LBS Centre Application Closing | Jul 2, 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Mop-Up Allotment Round | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- All applications and allotments are processed at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in.
- Application fee was INR 800 for General category and INR 400 for SC/ST candidates.
- No entrance exam is required for BSc Nursing admission through LBS Centre Kerala.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
- Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology taken together
- Separate passing marks required in each of the three science subjects
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31, 2026
- No upper age limit is prescribed for BSc Nursing admission in Kerala
Admission Process
- Register and apply online at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in before the application deadline
- Pay the application fee of INR 800 for General and INR 400 for SC/ST candidates
- Verify academic certificates and upload documents through the LBS Centre portal
- Merit list is prepared based on aggregate PCB marks in 10+2 with no entrance exam requirement
- Receive seat allotment through the centralised allotment process based on merit and choice
- Confirm allotment by paying the acceptance fee within the specified deadline
- Report to Travancore College of Nursing, Kollam with original documents for verification
✓ Opt for this if
- Clinical training at an adjacent hospital on campus is valued
- Merit-based admission without an entrance exam is preferred
- Aspiring for an INC-recognised degree eligible for government nursing jobs
- Planning a nursing career in Kerala or the Gulf countries
✗ Skip if
- Annual fees of INR 83,000 per year exceed the available budget
- A government nursing college with subsidised fees is accessible
- Preference is for a large multi-specialty hospital for high-volume clinical training
Travancore Nursing Kollam B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full tuition fee reimbursement | SC/ST Kerala domicile students in INC-approved nursing colleges |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (NSP) | INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based, family income below INR 4.5 Lakh per year |
| OBC Post-Matric Scholarship (Kerala) | INR 10,000 per year | OBC Kerala domicile students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakh |
- SC/ST scholarship applications are submitted at the Kerala Social Justice Department portal.
- NSP Central Sector Scholarship applications open at scholarships.gov.in from July onward.
Travancore Nursing Kollam B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total BSc Nursing fee at Travancore College of Nursing Kollam?
Ans. The total BSc Nursing fee at Travancore College of Nursing, Kollam for the merit or management quota is INR 3,42,000 over 4 years. Year 1 is INR 93,000 including the refundable caution deposit of INR 10,000. Years 2 to 4 are INR 83,000 each, comprising tuition, special, and university registration fees.
Ques. Is NEET required for BSc Nursing admission at Travancore College of Nursing Kollam?
Ans. No, NEET-UG is not required for BSc Nursing admission at Travancore College of Nursing, Kollam. Admission is merit-based through the LBS Centre for Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram. Candidates are ranked on their aggregate Physics, Chemistry, and Biology marks in 10+2 and allotted seats through the centralised LBS allotment process at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in.
Ques. How many BSc Nursing seats are available at Travancore College of Nursing Kollam?
Ans. Travancore College of Nursing, Kollam has 50 BSc Nursing seats per year. Seats are distributed across state merit, SEBC, and SC/ST categories as per the reservation norms for private nursing colleges in Kerala, with the LBS Centre managing the centralised allotment.
Ques. Which hospital is used for clinical training at Travancore College of Nursing Kollam?
Ans. BSc Nursing students at Travancore College of Nursing, Kollam receive clinical training at Travancore Medical College Hospital on the Travancore Medicity Campus in Umayanalloor, Kollam. Having the hospital on the same campus allows students to begin clinical postings from early semesters under the supervision of senior nursing faculty.
Ques. Is the BSc Nursing degree from Travancore College of Nursing valid for government jobs?
Ans. Yes, the BSc Nursing degree from Travancore College of Nursing is valid for government nursing recruitment since the college is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS). INC recognition is the primary requirement for eligibility in state and central government nursing positions across India.