Post Basic B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026-27
Post Basic Bachelor of Science in Nursing (P.B.B.Sc Nursing)
2-year degree program for GNM diploma holders — upgrade your diploma to a full B.Sc Nursing degree
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There is no entrance exam for Post Basic B.Sc Nursing government-quota seats in Tamil Nadu. The merit list is out of 100: 90 for Diploma in Nursing marks and 10 for experience (prospectus 2026-27). In 2026-27, seats were allotted on 21 and 28 October 2026; 2027-28 dates are not announced yet.
Source: Tamil Nadu Post Basic B.Sc (Nursing) prospectus 2026-27, G.O.(D) No.970 dated 18.08.2026, and the Selection Committee notices on tnmedicalselection.net, read 2 November 2026. Open tnmedicalselection.net
Duration
2 Years (4 Semesters)
Total Seats
50 Seats
Intake
October 2026
Age Limit
No upper age limit (non-service)
Eligibility Criteria
- Pass in the Higher Secondary course (10+2) or an equivalent examination recognised by the University (TN prospectus 2026-27)
- GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) diploma from an INC-recognized institution
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) & Registered Midwife (RM) registration with State Nursing Council
- No minimum experience for non-service candidates - each completed year adds 1 merit mark (maximum 10); Tamil Nadu government service candidates need 2 years of continuous regular service (TN prospectus 2026-27)
- Medical fitness certificate
Entrance Exam
None for government-quota seats. The Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research, Tamil Nadu, ranks applicants out of 100: 90 for Diploma in Nursing (GNM) marks and 10 for experience, one mark per completed year (Tamil Nadu Post Basic B.Sc (Nursing) prospectus 2026-27, G.O.(D) No.970, dated 18.08.2026).
Reservation Policy
Reservation as per Tamil Nadu government policy. Working nurses in government service may apply under in-service quota.
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 Post Basic B.Sc Nursing
Check Eligibility
Verify your GNM diploma and RN/RM registration; service candidates also need 2 years of continuous regular service.
Apply Online
Complete the application form at jkkn.ai/apply/jkkn-admission-2026.
Submit Documents
Upload GNM certificate, RN/RM registration, experience certificate, and academic records.
Merit List & Counselling
Government quota: the Selection Committee ranks applicants out of 100 - 90 for GNM marks, 10 for experience - and allots seats by online counselling. Management-quota seats go through the JKKN admission office.
Document Verification
Carry originals for verification at the JKKN admissions office on the allotted date.
Fee Payment & Joining
Pay fees, receive admission letter, and report on the course start date.
Required Documents
- GNM Diploma Certificate — Original + 3 copies
- GNM Consolidated Mark Sheet
- RN & RM Registration Certificate
- Experience Certificate (each completed year adds 1 merit mark, maximum 10)
- 10th and 12th (Higher Secondary) Mark Sheets
- Transfer Certificate from last institution
- Community Certificate (if applicable)
- Nativity Certificate (Tamil Nadu domicile, if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card (self-attested copy)
- 8 Passport-size Photographs
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- NOC from employer (if currently working)
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 Post Basic B.Sc Nursing at JKKN?
What makes JKKN the right choice for your nursing education
Diploma to Degree Upgrade
Recognized B.Sc Nursing degree from TNMGRMU — opens doors to higher studies and senior roles.
Working-Nurse Friendly
Learning framework designed for those with practical experience — bridging theory and clinical practice.
Pathway to M.Sc Nursing
After P.B.B.Sc, you become eligible for M.Sc Nursing with all its 5 specializations.
Career Outcomes After Post Basic B.Sc Nursing
Where our graduates work — across India and abroad
- Promotion to senior staff nurse / ward in-charge in current employment
- Eligibility for M.Sc Nursing — opens postgraduate pathway
- Government nursing posts requiring a graduate degree (AIIMS, ESIC, Railways)
- International nursing roles requiring a 4-year equivalent degree (UK, Australia)
- Nursing tutor / clinical instructor positions
- Career switch to public health, hospital administration, or community programs
Post Basic B.Sc Nursing Admission FAQs
Most asked questions about Post Basic B.Sc Nursing admission at JKKN
Is Post B.Sc Nursing the same as Post Basic B.Sc Nursing?
Yes. Post B.Sc Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc Nursing and P.B.B.Sc Nursing are names for the same 2-year degree for GNM diploma holders who are registered nurses. At JKKN College of Nursing and Research it has 50 sanctioned seats in the university's 2023-24 list.
Who is eligible for Post Basic B.Sc Nursing?
GNM diploma holders from INC-recognized institutions with valid RN and RM registration with the State Nursing Council are eligible. Experience is not a minimum requirement for non-service candidates in the Tamil Nadu prospectus 2026-27; each completed year adds one merit mark, up to 10. Candidates also need a pass in the Higher Secondary course (10+2) or an equivalent examination.
Is there an entrance exam for Post Basic B.Sc Nursing?
No. In Tamil Nadu, government-quota seats are filled from a merit list out of 100: 90 for Diploma in Nursing (GNM) marks and 10 for experience, one mark per completed year (Post Basic B.Sc (Nursing) prospectus 2026-27). Seats are allotted by online counselling. Management-quota seats at JKKN are filled through the college admission office.
When is the Post Basic BSc Nursing counselling date 2027?
The 2027-28 Post Basic BSc Nursing counselling dates are not announced yet: the Tamil Nadu Selection Committee had published no 2027 schedule as of 2 November 2026. In 2026-27, the prospectus came out on 28 August 2026 and seats were allotted on 21 and 28 October 2026. JKKN's government-quota seats follow this counselling.
What is the Post Basic B.Sc Nursing fee at JKKN?
Management Quota tuition is ₹65,000 per year. Government Quota fees are As Per Government Norm. Hostel, examination, and uniform fees are billed separately.
How long does Post Basic B.Sc Nursing take?
It is a 2-year full-time degree program (4 semesters). After completion, you receive a B.Sc Nursing degree from Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, equivalent to the regular B.Sc Nursing degree.
After Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, can I do M.Sc Nursing?
Yes. After completing Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, you become eligible for M.Sc Nursing (with the standard 55% + 1 year experience requirement). All 5 M.Sc Nursing specializations are open to P.B.B.Sc graduates.
Can I work and study Post Basic B.Sc Nursing?
Post Basic B.Sc Nursing at JKKN is a regular full-time program with mandatory clinical postings — it is not offered as a part-time/distance course. Working nurses typically take leave or NOC from their employer to attend.
What is the career benefit of Post Basic B.Sc Nursing?
Upgrading from GNM diploma to a B.Sc Nursing degree opens senior staff nurse and ward in-charge promotions, eligibility for government nursing posts requiring graduate qualification, international nursing roles in UK/Australia, and the pathway to M.Sc Nursing.
After GNM, which nursing course is best?
For a GNM diploma holder the standard next step is Post Basic B.Sc Nursing. It is a two-year, four-semester degree that upgrades the diploma to a graduate qualification, and it is the degree that government nursing posts requiring a graduate ask for. Nurses who then want a teaching, research or specialist career continue to M.Sc Nursing, for which Post Basic B.Sc graduates are eligible. At JKKN, Post Basic B.Sc Nursing has 50 seats and needs a GNM from an INC-recognised institution with valid RN and RM registration.
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