About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Varadaraja Institute of Nursing Sciences, Tumkur, Karnataka, offers a 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and approved by the Indian Nursing Council. Admission is based on KCET scores through the Karnataka Examinations Authority counselling process, with an intake of 50 seats. The 4-year programme has a total tuition fee of INR 2,00,000 at INR 50,000 per year, making it an affordable nursing option in Karnataka.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Varadaraja Institute of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 50,000 |
| Total Fees (4 years) | INR 2,00,000 |
- Fee figures are from the 2025-26 academic session.
- Education loan facilities are available through major banks.
Varadaraja Institute of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET Registration Opens | Jan 16, 2026 |
| KCET Registration Closes | Feb 27, 2026 |
| KCET Admit Card Release | Apr 10, 2026 |
| KCET Exam Date | Apr 22 to Apr 24, 2026 |
| KCET Answer Key Release | May 10, 2026 |
| KCET Result | Jun 6, 2026 |
| KEA Nursing Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- Karnataka B.Sc Nursing admission is through KEA counselling based on KCET PCB scores.
- Non-Karnataka candidates are not eligible for government quota seats through KEA.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as compulsory subjects.
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (40% for Karnataka SC/ST/OBC).
- Must have appeared for and qualified the KCET conducted by KEA in PCB subjects.
- Karnataka domicile requirement applies for state quota and reservation benefits.
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31 of the year of admission.
Admission Process
- Appear for KCET conducted by KEA in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology subjects.
- Register on the KEA portal for B.Sc Nursing counselling after KCET result declaration.
- Submit required documents including KCET score card, 10+2 mark sheet, and domicile proof.
- Merit list is prepared based on KCET PCB scores and applicable reservation norms under RGUHS guidelines.
- Participate in KEA online option registration and lock college and course preferences.
- Pay admission fee upon allotment and report to the college for document verification and final enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking affordable RGUHS-affiliated nursing education in Tumkur.
- Karnataka resident eligible for KCET state quota reservation benefits.
- Planning to pursue M.Sc Nursing through the same institute later.
- Looking for a small-batch nursing college with personal attention.
✗ Skip if
- Non-Karnataka candidate seeking government quota or reservation seat.
- Expecting a large campus with extensive placement cell infrastructure.
- Seeking a nursing college with published campus placement data.
Varadaraja Institute of Nursing B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Post-matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Varies by category | SC/ST students with family income below the state threshold |
| Karnataka OBC Scholarship | Varies | OBC students from Karnataka with valid caste certificate |
| Karnataka Minority Scholarship | Varies | Students from minority communities in Karnataka |
- All government scholarships are applied through the Karnataka state scholarship portal.
- Valid caste or income certificate is required for state scholarship eligibility.
- Scholarship disbursement timelines are determined by the Karnataka state government.
Varadaraja Institute of Nursing B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is B.Sc Nursing admission at Varadaraja Institute through NEET or KCET?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing admission at Varadaraja Institute of Nursing Sciences, Tumkur, is through the KCET conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority, not through NEET-UG. As per Government Order MED 51 RGU 2023, candidates must register for KCET and appear in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology papers. Allotment is done through the KEA centralised counselling process based on KCET PCB scores and Karnataka reservation norms under RGUHS guidelines.
Ques. What is the KCET cutoff for B.Sc Nursing at Varadaraja Institute of Nursing Sciences?
Ans. Varadaraja Institute of Nursing Sciences does not publish a fixed KCET cutoff. The closing rank varies each year based on the number of KCET applicants, category-wise reservation norms, and the total seats available. Candidates can track previous year closing ranks for each college through the KEA portal after all allotment rounds are published. The institute has 50 seats in its B.Sc Nursing programme.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at Varadaraja Institute of Nursing Sciences?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme at Varadaraja Institute of Nursing Sciences is INR 2,00,000 at INR 50,000 per year, as of the 2025-26 academic session. This makes it one of the more affordable nursing programmes in Karnataka. Education loan facilities are available through major nationalised banks for eligible students admitted through KEA counselling.
Ques. Can non-Karnataka candidates apply for B.Sc Nursing at Varadaraja Institute?
Ans. Non-Karnataka candidates can register for KCET and apply for B.Sc Nursing through KEA, but they are not eligible for government quota seats or Karnataka state reservation benefits. They are assigned clause Y in the KEA application and can only be considered for management quota seats. Non-Karnataka candidates interested in a management quota seat should contact the institute directly for availability and applicable fee details.
Ques. What are the career options after B.Sc Nursing from Varadaraja Institute?
Ans. Graduates of B.Sc Nursing from Varadaraja Institute of Nursing Sciences can work in hospitals, community health centres, government health facilities, and private nursing homes across Karnataka and beyond. The institute also offers Post Basic B.Sc Nursing and M.Sc Nursing for those who wish to continue higher studies at the same institution. International nursing practice options include the NCLEX pathway for the USA and licensing pathways for Middle East and UK healthcare systems.
Ques. Does Varadaraja Institute offer higher nursing programmes after B.Sc?
Ans. Yes, Varadaraja Institute of Nursing Sciences, Tumkur, offers Post Basic B.Sc Nursing with a 2-year duration and M.Sc Nursing with a 2-year duration, along with a Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery. This allows B.Sc Nursing graduates to continue postgraduate studies at the same institution after completing the 4-year programme, subject to RGUHS admission norms and available seats for the respective intake year.