AIIMS BSc Nursing
- Level: National
- Programs: BSc (Hons) Nursing, BSc Post Basic
- Mode: CBT (online)
- Pattern: MCQs from 10+2 PCB & English
Nursing Entrance Exams & Admissions
Overview of major national and state-level entrance exams for nursing programs.
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National Level Nursing Entrance Exams
Premium institutes often use national-level exams or NEET-based admissions.
JIPMER BSc Nursing
- Programs: BSc Nursing & Allied Health
- Mode: Online exam
- Weightage: PCB, English, Logical Reasoning
PGIMER Nursing
- Programs: BSc, Post Basic, MSc Nursing
- Focus: Tertiary-care hospital training
- Type: Institute-level entrance tests
NEET & BSc Nursing Admissions
Many institutes and states use NEET-UG scores for BSc Nursing admissions.
- Write NEET-UG as your primary entrance exam.
- Participate in counselling processes that list BSc Nursing seats.
- Cut-offs depend on state, category and seat type.
State-Level Nursing Entrance & Counselling
Each state has its own pattern – entrance test, merit list, or NEET-based allotment.
Kerala
- Centralized counselling for BSc Nursing & paramedical.
- Merit list based on qualifying marks / NEET scores.
- High demand from Kerala & Gulf-return families.
Karnataka
- Admissions via KEA / university counselling.
- Management quota seats in many private colleges.
- Bangalore is a major nursing education hub.
Other South & North Indian States
- University-level and state health university counselling.
- Different cut-offs and seat distribution patterns.
- Important to track official notifications on time.
Typical Timeline (Indicative)
- Jan–Apr: Notifications & applications.
- May–Aug: Exams, merit lists and main rounds.
- Sep–Nov: Mop-up rounds and stray vacancies.
Exact dates change every year – always refer to official websites.
Counselling & Seat Allotment – Simple Steps
Most students are confused not because of marks, but because of the process.
1. Registration
- Create an account on the counselling portal.
- Fill personal, academic and exam details.
- Upload documents if required.
2. Choice Filling
- Arrange colleges in your true preference order.
- Balance dream, realistic and safe options.
- Check approvals, location and fees.
3. Allotment & Reporting
- Download allotment letter if you get a seat.
- Report to college within the deadline.
- Complete fee payment and document submission.
Commonly Required Documents
- 10th & 12th mark lists and certificates
- Transfer / Conduct certificate
- Entrance exam score card (if applicable)
- Community / category certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size photographs