Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) is a 4-year undergraduate course designed to prepare students for a professional nursing career in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare institutions. The course covers theoretical, practical, and research-based training in nursing and healthcare.
B.Sc. Nursing is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and follows WHO guidelines for global healthcare standards.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) |
| Course Level | Undergraduate (UG) |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Eligibility | 10+2 with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) |
| Minimum Marks Required | 45-50% (varies by category & institute) |
| Admission Process | Entrance Exam or Merit-Based |
| Course Fees | ₹20,000 – ₹2,50,000 per year |
| Career Scope | Staff Nurse, Nursing Officer, Clinical Instructor, Research Nurse |
| Average Salary | ₹3,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 per year |
ligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- 10+2 (Science Stream) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) as mandatory subjects.
- Minimum Marks Required:
- General Category: 50%
- SC/ST/OBC: 45%
- English must be a core subject in 10+2.
Course Structure & Syllabus
B.Sc. Nursing is a 4-year degree divided into 8 semesters with a mix of theory, practicals, and internships.
Year-Wise Syllabus Breakdown
1st Year Subjects
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Biochemistry
- Nutrition & Dietetics
- Nursing Foundation
- Psychology
- Microbiology
- English
2nd Year Subjects
- Pharmacology
- Pathology & Genetics
- Medical-Surgical Nursing (Adult Health Nursing)
- Community Health Nursing – I
- Communication & Education Technology
3rd Year Subjects
- Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics)
- Mental Health Nursing (Psychiatric Nursing)
- Medical-Surgical Nursing – II
- Nursing Research & Statistics
4th Year Subjects
- Midwifery & Obstetric Nursing
- Community Health Nursing – II
- Nursing Management & Administration
- Internship (Practical Training in Hospitals)
Internship Training (6-12 Months)
- Hospital Rotations in medical wards, ICUs, maternity wards, psychiatric wards, etc.
- Community Health Programs & Rural Healthcare Training.
- Patient Care & Emergency Handling Training.