Archana College of Nursing Pathanamthitta B.Sc (Nursing) : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total B.Sc Nursing fees at Archana College of Nursing, Pathanamthitta, are INR 3,20,000 over 4 years, charged at INR 80,000 per year. Hostel accommodation is available on campus and is billed separately. SC/ST/OBC category students may be eligible for fee reimbursement under the Kerala Government Post-Matric Scholarship, covering tuition costs for eligible candidates throughout the 4-year programme.

Ans. No, there is no separate nursing entrance exam required for B.Sc Nursing admission in Kerala. Admission to Archana College of Nursing, Pathanamthitta, is based on merit in the 10+2 examination, evaluated on aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Candidates apply through the centralized Kerala nursing admission process, and allotments are made based on merit and category eligibility.

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in PCB (relaxed for SC/ST/OBC). Minimum age is 17 years by December 31, 2026. No additional entrance exam score is required. Candidates must submit 10+2 mark sheets, community certificate, income certificate, and transfer certificate at the time of admission.

Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates from KUHS-affiliated colleges are eligible to register with the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council and work as registered nurses. Career options include staff nurse positions in government and private hospitals, ICUs, community health centres, and nursing homes. Kerala-trained nurses have strong demand internationally, particularly in Gulf countries, UK, Australia, and Canada, after clearing the required language proficiency and registration tests.

Ans. Yes, Archana College of Nursing, Pathanamthitta, is affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur, which was established under the Kerala University of Health Sciences Act 2010 to standardise health science education in Kerala. The college is also approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNC). Degrees awarded by the institution are valid for nursing practice and employment across India.

Ans. Yes, multiple scholarships are available. The Kerala Government Post-Matric Scholarship provides full tuition reimbursement for SC/ST/OBC students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs. The Central Government Post-Matric Scholarship covers SC/ST students meeting income criteria. NSP Minority Scholarships of up to INR 10,000 per year are available for students from notified minority communities. All scholarship applications are submitted through respective government portals after joining the college.