Crescent Institution of Nursing Alathur Palakkad B.Sc (Nursing) : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. No, NEET is not required for B.Sc Nursing admission through the LBS Centre Centralised Allotment Process in Kerala. Selection is based entirely on Class 12 PCB marks. Candidates with minimum 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology can apply through the LBS portal at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in and are ranked on the basis of their qualifying examination marks.

Ans. Crescent Institution of Nursing, Alathur, Palakkad, has a total intake of 50 seats for B.Sc Nursing. Of these, 50% of seats (25 seats) are filled through the government quota via the LBS Centre Centralised Allotment Process, and the remaining 50% (25 seats) are managed by the institution under management quota. Government quota seats are allotted strictly on the basis of Class 12 merit rank.

Ans. The total fees for the four-year B.Sc Nursing programme at Crescent Institution of Nursing are INR 3.83 Lakhs for the complete duration. Government quota fees may be lower and are regulated as per Kerala LBS norms. Candidates should confirm the current applicable fee directly with the institution before enrolment, as fees may vary for government and management quota seats.

Ans. Yes, Crescent Institution of Nursing, Alathur, Palakkad, is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Kerala State Nursing Council (KSNC). The college is affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur. These approvals ensure the B.Sc Nursing degree from Crescent is recognised for nursing registration and professional practice across India and abroad.

Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates from Crescent Institution of Nursing can work as staff nurses in government and private hospitals across Kerala. The Palakkad region has several hospitals offering employment. Kerala well-established nursing migration pathway to Gulf countries, the UK, and Canada makes international nursing careers a viable route. Graduates may also pursue M.Sc Nursing or appear for Kerala PSC nursing recruitment examinations.

Ans. The LBS Centre Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) for B.Sc Nursing in Kerala is a merit-based allotment system conducted by the LBS Centre for Science and Technology under the Department of Medical Education, Kerala. Candidates apply online at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in, a rank list is prepared based on Class 12 PCB marks, and seats are allotted in rounds based on rank and college preference. No entrance exam is involved in this process.