Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc Nursing)

• Age: The minimum age for admission shall be 17 years as on 31st December of the admission year. The maximum age limit for admission shall be 30 years.
• Minimum Educational Qualification:

1. Candidate with Science who has passed the qualifying 12th Standard examination (10+2) from recognized board and must have obtained a minimum of 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology taken together and passed in English individually.
2. Candidates are also eligible from State Open School recognized by State Government and National Institute of Open School (NIOS) recognized by Central Government having Science subjects (PCB) and English.
3. English is a compulsory subject in 10+2 for being eligible for admission to B.Sc. (Nursing).

• The candidate should be medically fit.
• Only female candidates are eligible to apply.
• Relaxation of 5% of marks shall be granted in minimum eligibility criteria to candidates belonging to SC/ST category.

Only females can apply for this course.

The aim of the Basic BSc nursing programme:

• Apply knowledge from physical, biological and behavioural sciences medicine including alternative systems and nursing in providing nursing care to individuals, families and communities.
• Demonstrate understanding of life style and other factors, which effect health individuals and groups.
• Provide nursing care based on steps of nursing process in collaboration with the individuals and groups.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skill in making decisions in all situations in order to provide quality care.
• Utilize the latest trends and technology in providing health care.
• Provide promotive, preventive and restorative health services in line with national health policies and programmes.
• Practice within the framework of code of ethics and professional conduct and acceptable standards of practice within the legal boundaries.
• Communicate effectively with individuals and groups and members of the health team in order to promote effective interpersonal relationships and teamwork.
• Demonstrate skills in teaching to individuals and groups in clinical / community health settings.
• Participate effectively as members of the health team in health care delivery system.
• Demonstrate leadership and managerial skills in clinical / community health settings.
• Conduct need based research studies in various settings and utilize the research feedings to improve the quality of care.
• Demonstrate awareness, interest and contribute towards advancement of self and of the profession.