Among 230 BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka, ESICMC Gulbarga, MAHE Manipal, RINER Bangalore and BCN Davanagere, according to the Collegedunia 2026 rankings. MAHE Manipal is the top college with a CD Score of 878 out of 1000, followed by RINER Bangalore with a score of 674 out of 1000, and BCN Davangere with a score of 570 out of 1000.
Key Summary
- Course Fees:
- Total fees: INR 12 K at INU Bangalore to INR 16.25 Lakh at VINSRC Bangalore.
- Government: INR 12 K at INU Bangalore to INR 8 Lakh at HCGSCN Hubli
- Private: INR 20 K at KCNS Mangalore to INR 16.25 Lakh at VINSRC Bangalore.
- Entrance Exams:
- KCET: Accepted by 143 colleges (ESICMC Gulbarga, RINER Bangalore, and BCN Davanagere)
- CUET: Accepted by 2 colleges (PESU Bangalore, and MSRUAS Bangalore)
- PESSAT: Accepted by 1 college (PESU Bangalore)
- DSAT: Accepted by 1 college (DSU Bangalore)
- AIIMS BSc Nursing: Accepted by 1 college (MSRUAS Bangalore)
- Admission: BSc Nursing admission in Karnataka is primarily based on CUET and colleges also accept KCET, NEET, PESSAT and DSAT, followed by counselling.
- Eligibility: Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English, with a minimum of 45-50% aggregate.
- Specialisations: Apart from Nursing, colleges also offer Pediatrics, Medical Technology, Optometry and Emergency Medicine.
- All information, including course fees, ratings, specialisations and city-wise details for the best BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka, is compiled below.
Top 20 BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka 2026
| Ranking in Karnataka | College Name | CD Score (out of 1000) | Total Course Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ESICMC Gulbarga | - | INR 81.8 K |
| 2 | MAHE Manipal | 878 | INR 10.16 Lakh |
| 3 | RINER Bangalore | 674 | INR 12 Lakh |
| 4 | BCN Davanagere | 570 | INR 40 K |
| 5 | ACN Mandya | 579 | INR 880 Lakh |
| 6 | RVCN Bangalore | 412 | INR 885 Lakh |
| 7 | BMPINS Virajpet | 492 | INR 4 Lakh |
| 8 | Christian College Bangalore | 587 | INR 875 Lakh |
| 9 | FMCN Mangalore | 524 | INR 40 K |
| 10 | DBRAIN Bangalore | 440 | INR 40 K |
| 11 | KCN Bangalore | 357 | INR 40 K |
| 12 | GCN Bangalore | 331 | INR 2.60 Lakh |
| 13 | PCN Bangalore | 314 | INR 3 Lakh |
| 14 | SGCMSN Bangalore | 394 | INR 2.65 Lakh |
| 15 | MCN Bangalore | 347 | INR 7.20 Lakh |
| 16 | RGCN Bangalore | 329 | INR 40 K |
| 17 | HCCN Chamarajnagar | 344 | INR 3,50 Lakh |
| 18 | PES University, Bangalore | 311 | INR 8,50 Lakh |
| 19 | EWCN Bangalore | - | INR 2,60 Lakh |
| 20 | CIN Bangalore | 299 | INR 40 K |
Note - College positions, Collegedunia Score and total course fees are taken from the Collegedunia BSc Nursing Karnataka listing (top 20). Fees shown are the total course fees for the specialisation listed against each college.
Ques. What is the admission process for BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka?
Ans. BSc Nursing admission in Karnataka follows these steps:
- Entrance Exam: Qualify a national or state entrance exam such as CUET, KCET, NEET, PESSAT or DSAT.
- Counselling: Register for the relevant counselling and fill in college and course preferences.
- Seat Allotment: Seats are allotted on merit and choice, followed by document verification and admission. Some private colleges also offer management-quota direct admission.
Ques. Which is the cheapest BSc Nursing college in Karnataka?
Ans. KIMS Hubli and Bangalore City College of Nursing have the lowest BSc Nursing fee at INR 25,000 for the entire course, followed by NIMHANS and SGITO Bangalore at INR 30,000.
Ques. What is the BSc Nursing fee range in Karnataka?
Ans. At Government colleges, the total BSc Nursing fee ranges from around INR 25,000 at KIMS Hubli to INR 87,600 at Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences Madikeri. At Private colleges, the fee ranges from around INR 40,000 to INR 12 Lakh at RINER Bangalore, with universities such as MAHE Manipal charging INR 8.89 Lakh to INR 10.16 Lakh.
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Top BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka based on Ranking 2026
The table below shows the top BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka ranked as per the Collegedunia Paramedical ranking (out of 200 in India) and Collegedunia Score, along with their NAAC grade where available.
| College Name | CD Paramedical Rank (India) | IIRF |
|---|---|---|
| MAHE Manipal | 2 (India) | - |
| RINER Bangalore | 17 (India) |
24 (India) 2 (Bangalore) |
| Christian College Bangalore | 35 (India) |
29 (India) 3 (Bangalore) |
| ACN Mandya | 39 (India) |
45 (India) 8 (Karnataka) |
| BCN Davanagere | 41 (India) |
44 (India) 7 (Karnataka) |
| FMCN Mangalore | 47 (India) |
71 (India) 13 (Karnataka) |
| SJMC Bangalore | 56 (India) |
7 (India) 1 (Bangalore) |
| BMPINS Virajpet | 57 (India) |
51 (India) 9 (Karnataka) |
| RVCN Bangalore | 70 (India) |
86 (India) 7 (Bangalore) |
| SGCMSN Bangalore | 79 (India) |
77 (India) 6 (Bangalore) |
| KCN Bangalore | 92 (India) |
72 (India) - 2023 6 (Bangalore) |
Student Perception of Top BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka
Based on verified student and alumni reviews on Collegedunia, the table below shows the overall rating (out of 5), the most appreciated aspects and the common areas of improvement for the top BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka.
| College Name | Overall Rating | Academics | Faculty | Positives (Most Loved) | Areas of Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAHE Manipal | 4.2 (1678 Reviews) | 4.3 | 4.2 | Infrastructure, Faculty, Clinical Exposure | Fee structure and hostel costs |
| FMCN Mangalore | 4.3 (4 Reviews) | 4.0 | 3.5 | Placements, Clinical Training, Discipline | Campus activities and hostel |
| MCN Bangalore | 4.3 (3 Reviews) | 4.3 | 4.5 | Infrastructure, Faculty, Environment | Placement support and fee structure |
| SJMC Bangalore | 4.3 (25 Reviews) | 4.2 | 4.2 | Infrastructure, Faculty, Clinical Exposure | Strict rules and fee structure |
| KCN Bangalore | 4.2 (5 Reviews) | 4.3 | 4.4 | Placements, Faculty, Clinical Postings | Infrastructure and campus life |
| BMCRI Bangalore | 4.2 (60 Reviews) | 4.2 | 4.2 | Placements, Faculty, Clinical Exposure | Hostel and administrative process |
| PES University, Bangalore | 4.0 (449 Reviews) | 4.3 | 4.2 | Academics, Campus, Faculty | Fee structure and placement support |
| NIMHANS | 4.0 (22 Reviews) | 3.9 | 4.2 | Faculty, Academics, Clinical Training | Limited seats and campus activities |
| Christian College Bangalore | 3.9 (22 Reviews) | 4.0 | 4.0 | Academics, Faculty, Discipline | Infrastructure and hostel facilities |
| ESICMC Gulbarga | 3.9 (14 Reviews) | 3.8 | 4.1 | Placements, Clinical Exposure, Faculty | Location and campus facilities |
Note - Overall ratings and the most-loved aspects are taken from Collegedunia student reviews. Areas of improvement are indicative themes summarised from student feedback.
Government BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka 2026
Karnataka has around 20 Government-run BSc Nursing Colleges, where fees are usually lower than private institutions. Below are the top Government BSc Nursing colleges with their location and total course fees.
| College Name | Total Course Fees |
|---|---|
| ESICMC Gulbarga | INR 81.8 K |
| NIMHANS Bangalore | INR 1.40 Lakh |
| BMCRI Bangalore | INR 50.6 K |
| MMCARI Mysore | INR 40 K |
| RGUHS Bangalore | INR 3.21 Lakh |
| KIMS Hubli | INR 40 K |
| BIMS Belagavi | INR 2.71 Lakh |
| MIMS Mandya | INR 40 K |
| VIMS Bellary | INR 40 K |
| KIMS Madikeri | INR 80.6 K |
Private BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka 2026
Karnataka has over 197 privately owned colleges that offer a BSc Nursing program. Below are the top Private BSc Nursing colleges with their location and total course fees.
| College Name | Total Course Fees |
|---|---|
| MAHE Manipal | INR 10.16 Lakh |
| RINER Bangalore | INR 12 Lakh |
| BCN Davangere | INR 40 K |
| ACN Mandya | INR 8.80 Lakh |
| RVCN Bangalore | INR 8.85 Lakh |
| Christian College Bangalore | INR 8.75 Lakh |
| FMCN Mangalore | INR40 K |
| DBRAIN Bangalore | INR 40 K |
| KCN Bangalore | INR 40 K |
| GCN Bangalore | INR 2.60 Lakh |
Cheapest BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka 2026
Several BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka offer admission with relatively low fees. KIMS Hubli and Bangalore City College of Nursing have the lowest fees at INR 25,000. The table below shows the top cheapest BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka.
| College Name | Course Fees (INR) |
|---|---|
| KIMS Hubli | 25,000 |
| Bangalore City College of Nursing | 25,000 |
| SGITO Bangalore | 30,000 |
| NIMHANS | 30,000 |
| KCNS Mangalore | 40,000 |
| AECSMCN Bangalore | 40,000 |
| ACN Bangalore | 40,000 |
| ACN Udupi | 40,000 |
| BGSANC Mysore | 40,000 |
| BCN Bangalore | 40,000 |
Top Specialisations Offered by BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka 2026
Nursing is the most preferred field of study among students, followed by Pediatrics, Medical Technology and Optometry. The table below lists the top specialisations with the number of colleges.
| Specialisation | Count of Colleges |
|---|---|
| Nursing | 177 |
| Pediatrics | 33 |
| Medical Technology | 28 |
| Optometry | 28 |
| Emergency Medicine | 18 |
| Anaesthesia | 18 |
| Radiotherapy | 15 |
BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka City-wise 2026
Bangalore, Mangalore and Tumkur are the most preferred cities among students looking for BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka. The table below lists the top cities with the number of BSc Nursing colleges.
| City | Number of Colleges | College List |
|---|---|---|
| Bangalore | 134 | B.Sc Nursing Colleges in Bangalore |
| Mangalore | 21 | B.Sc Nursing Colleges in Mangalore |
| Tumkur | 8 | B.Sc Nursing Colleges in Tumkur |
| Mysore | 6 | B.Sc Nursing Colleges in Mysore |
| Udupi | 6 | B.Sc Nursing Colleges in Udupi |
| Gulbarga | 4 | B.Sc Nursing Colleges in Gulbarga |
| Kolar | 4 | B.Sc Nursing Colleges in Kolar |
| Mandya | 3 | B.Sc Nursing Colleges in Mandya |
| Belagavi | 3 | B.Sc Nursing Colleges in Belagavi |
| Davanagere | 2 | B.Sc Nursing Colleges in Davanagere |
Top BSc Nursing Colleges in Bangalore 2026
| College Name | Locality | Course Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| PES University Bangalore | Kathreguppe | 6.51 Lakh |
| Jain University Bangalore | Jayanagar East | 7 Lakh |
| MS Ramaiah University | Mathikere | 9.6 Lakh |
| SJMC Bangalore | Koramangala | 1.25 Lakh |
| EPGI, Bangalore | Thambuchetty Palya | 5.6 Lakh |
BSc Nursing Admission and Entrance Exams in Karnataka 2026
Most BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka accept CUET for admission. Other popular exams and counselling include KCET, NEET, PESSAT and DSAT. The table below shows the entrance exams and the number of colleges accepting each.
| Entrance Exam | Number of Colleges | College List |
|---|---|---|
| CUET | 3 | College List |
| KCET | 2 | College List |
| NEET | 1 | College List |
| PESSAT | 1 | College List |
| DSAT | 1 | College List |
BSc Nursing Colleges in Karnataka FAQs
Ques. Which are the top NAAC-accredited BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka?
Ans. Below are the top NAAC-accredited BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka.
| College Name | NAAC Grade |
|---|---|
| JSSMCH Mysore | A++ |
| Jain University, Bangalore | A++ |
| MAHE Manipal | A++ |
| PES University, Bangalore | A+ |
| FMCN Mangalore | A |
Ques. Which are the top BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka based on student reviews?
Ans. Below are some of the top-rated BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka based on Collegedunia student reviews.
| College Name | Student Rating |
|---|---|
| JSSMCH Mysore | 8.52 / 10 (8 Reviews) |
| KS Hegde Medical Academy, Mangalore | 8.21 / 10 (68 Reviews) |
| NITTE, Mangalore | 8.13 / 10 (69 Reviews) |
| Yenepoya University, Mangalore | 7.81 / 10 (34 Reviews) |
| RGUHS Bangalore | 7.34 / 10 (86 Reviews) |
Ques. How many BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka are INC and KNC approved?
Ans. Out of the total BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka, 127 are INC-approved and 62 are KNC-approved. Most are affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore.
Ques. What is the scope after BSc Nursing in Karnataka?
Ans. After BSc Nursing, graduates can work as Staff Nurse, Nursing Officer, ICU Nurse or Nurse Educator in government and private hospitals. They can also pursue M.Sc (Nursing), appear for government nursing officer recruitment, or work abroad after clearing licensing exams.
Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for BSc Nursing admission in Karnataka?
Ans. The main entrance exams are CUET (3 colleges), KCET (2 colleges), NEET (1 college), PESSAT (1 college) and DSAT (1 college). Most Karnataka colleges admit students through KCET and CUET counselling.
Ques. Which are the best Government BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka?
Ans. The best Government BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka are KIMS Hubli, NIMHANS Bangalore, BMCRI Bangalore, ESIC Medical College Gulbarga and Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences.
Ques. Which BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka have the best NAAC grade?
Ans. The top NAAC-accredited BSc Nursing colleges in Karnataka are MAHE Manipal (A++), Jain University Bangalore (A++), JSS Medical College Mysore (A++), PES University Bangalore (A+) and Father Muller College of Nursing (A).
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