B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026-27
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc Nursing)
4-year undergraduate program — the gateway to becoming a Registered Nurse (RN)
Apply NowBSc Nursing Counselling Date 2027
Tamil Nadu has not announced the B.Sc Nursing counselling dates for 2027 yet (checked 2 November 2026 on tnmedicalselection.net). In the 2026-27 cycle, applications opened on 21 June 2026, Round 1 seats were allotted on 3 September, Round 2 on 21 September and Round 3 on 27-29 October 2026.
Source: Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research, Tamil Nadu - notices on tnmedicalselection.net, read 2 November 2026. Open tnmedicalselection.net
Duration
4 Years (8 Semesters)
Total Seats
60 Seats
Intake
August – September 2026
Age Limit
Minimum 17 years as on 31st December 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 (HSC) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English
- Minimum 45% aggregate in PCB (40% for BC/BCM/MBC & DNC and SC/SCA/ST)
- No NEET requirement — merit is built from the 10+2 marks
- Medical fitness — physically fit and free from communicable diseases
- Indian National (NRI / Foreign nationals via supernumerary quota)
- Candidates from boards other than the TN State Board or CBSE need an Eligibility Certificate from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, before joining
- Government application fee: As Per Government Norm (one application also covers B.Pharm, B.ASLP, B.P.O and the Allied and Healthcare UG courses)
Entrance Exam
None. There is no entrance exam for B.Sc Nursing in Tamil Nadu - the merit list is built from the 10+2 marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology, normalised to a base of 200.
Reservation Policy
As per Tamil Nadu government reservation policy — BC, MBC, SC, ST, and other categories.
Fee Structure
Fees are indicative and reviewed annually. Final fees as per TNMGRMU/Govt notifications.
Admission Process — Step by Step
Follow these 6 steps to secure your seat in B.Sc Nursing
Check Eligibility
Verify your 10+2 PCB marks against the minimum aggregate for your category.
Apply Online
Fill the application form at jkkn.ai/apply/jkkn-admission-2026 with academic and personal details.
Submit Documents
Upload scanned copies of marksheets, photo and ID proof.
Counselling Call
Attend the counselling session — Government Quota (state merit) or Management Quota (institutional).
Document Verification
Carry originals for verification at the JKKN admissions office on the allotted date.
Fee Payment & Joining
Pay the prescribed fee, receive your admission letter, and report on the joining date.
Required Documents
- 10th Standard (SSLC) Mark Sheet — Original + 3 copies
- 12th Standard (HSC) Mark Sheet — Original + 3 copies
- Transfer Certificate (TC) from last institution
- Migration Certificate (if applicable)
- Community Certificate (BC/MBC/SC/ST — if applicable)
- Nativity Certificate (Tamil Nadu domicile, if applicable)
- Income Certificate (for scholarships / Govt quota)
- Aadhaar Card (self-attested copy)
- 8 Passport-size Photographs (recent, white background)
- Medical Fitness Certificate from a registered medical officer
Important Dates 2026-27
Government-quota dates are set by the Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research, Tamil Nadu, and published at tnmedicalselection.net. Management-quota admission at JKKN runs separately.
Why B.Sc Nursing at JKKN?
What makes JKKN the right choice for your nursing education
INC-Approved Curriculum
Follows the Indian Nursing Council's revised B.Sc Nursing curriculum with TNMGRMU university framework.
Clinical Postings
Hands-on training at four affiliated hospitals in Erode, including Government Headquarters Hospital.
98% Placement Track Record (2024-25)
Consistent placements at top corporate hospitals across India and abroad.
Career Outcomes After B.Sc Nursing
Where our graduates work — across India and abroad
- Staff Nurse — Multi-specialty / Super-specialty hospitals (Apollo, Fortis, Manipal, CMC)
- Government Staff Nurse — Tamil Nadu MRB, AIIMS, ESIC, Railways, Defence
- ICU / Critical Care / Emergency / OT specialist nurse
- International nursing careers — UK (NHS / OSCE), UAE, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Australia (after IELTS/OET + licensure)
- Higher studies — M.Sc Nursing, Ph.D, Nurse Practitioner, MBA in Hospital Administration
B.Sc Nursing Admission FAQs
Most asked questions about B.Sc Nursing admission at JKKN
Is NEET required for B.Sc Nursing admission?
No. NEET is not required for B.Sc Nursing in Tamil Nadu. Admission is merit-based on the 10+2 marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology, normalised to a base of 200 by the Tamil Nadu Selection Committee, per the Government of Tamil Nadu prospectus for the 2026-27 session.
What is the B.Sc Nursing fee structure at JKKN?
Management Quota annual tuition is ₹1,50,000 for female candidates and ₹1,75,000 for male candidates. Government Quota fees are As Per Government Norm. Hostel, mess, examination, and uniform charges are billed separately.
What is the eligibility for B.Sc Nursing?
Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% for BC/BCM/MBC & DNC and SC/SCA/ST). NEET is NOT required. Applicants must have completed 17 years of age as on 31st December of the admission year.
How many B.Sc Nursing seats are available at JKKN?
60 seats are available for B.Sc Nursing — split across Government Quota (filled via TN state counselling) and Management Quota (filled directly by the institution on academic merit).
What is the difference between Government Quota and Management Quota?
Government Quota (GQ) seats are filled through Tamil Nadu state counselling on a merit list built from 10+2 marks, with fees As Per Government Norm. Management Quota (MQ) seats are filled directly by JKKN on academic merit, with institutional fee structure.
Does JKKN offer hostel for B.Sc Nursing learners?
Yes. Separate girls' and boys' hostels are available within campus with 24/7 security, Wi-Fi, hygienic mess, and warden supervision. Hostel allotment is on a first-come, first-served basis.
What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing?
Graduates can work as Staff Nurses in corporate hospitals, Government Staff Nurses via TN MRB/AIIMS/ESIC, ICU/Critical Care specialists, pursue M.Sc Nursing, or take international roles in UK (NHS), UAE, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Australia after the relevant licensure exam.
When is the BSc Nursing counselling date 2027 in Tamil Nadu?
The 2027-28 BSc Nursing counselling dates are not announced yet: the Tamil Nadu Selection Committee had published no 2027 schedule on tnmedicalselection.net as of 2 November 2026. In 2026-27, seats were allotted in three rounds, on 3 September, 21 September and 27-29 October 2026. JKKN's government-quota B.Sc Nursing seats are filled through this counselling.
When do B.Sc Nursing classes begin?
For the 2026-27 batch, the reporting date followed the government-quota counselling, which allotted seats in three rounds on 3 September, 21 September and 27-29 October 2026 (tnmedicalselection.net). Admitted students receive their reporting date with the admission letter. For the 2027-28 batch, no counselling schedule had been announced as of 2 November 2026.
Is BSc Nursing the same as B.Sc Nursing?
Yes. BSc Nursing, B.Sc Nursing, B Sc Nursing and BS Nursing all refer to the same four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. The spelling varies between websites and application forms; the course, the eligibility and the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University affiliation are identical. At JKKN it is a four-year programme with 60 seats and no entrance exam.
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