Admissions 2026

Begin Your Nursing Career

ACN, B.G. Nagara • INC Recognized • NAAC A+

Apply for B.Sc Nursing, M.Sc Nursing, Ph.D, GNM, and Post Basic B.Sc programs at one of Karnataka's premier nursing institutions.

Programs at a Glance
Choose Your Nursing Pathway

Five programs from diploma to doctoral level -- each INC recognized and designed for diverse career goals.

B.Sc Nursing

Undergraduate degree program

4 Years Duration
170 Seats
PUC Science (PCBE), min 45% aggregate
M.Sc Nursing

Postgraduate with specializations

  • Medical Surgical
  • Community Health
  • Paediatric
  • Psychiatric
  • OBG
2 Years Duration
25 Seats (5/specialty)
B.Sc/PBB.Sc Nursing, min 55%
Ph.D Nursing

Doctoral research program

3 Years FT / PT
Varies Seats
M.Sc Nursing, min 60%
GNM (Diploma)

General Nursing & Midwifery

3 Years Duration
80 Seats
PUC any stream, min 45% aggregate
Post Basic B.Sc Nursing

Bridge program for GNM graduates

2 Years Duration
Varies Seats
GNM + Valid Nursing Registration
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
Age Requirement

17 years as on 31st December of admission year

Qualification

PUC with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English (PCBE)

Minimum Marks

45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC)

Medical Fitness

Medical fitness certificate required at the time of admission

Assessment Pattern: Theory 25% internal + 75% university | Practical 50% + 50% | 80% attendance mandatory | 100% practical attendance required
Qualification

B.Sc Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc Nursing from a recognized university

Minimum Marks

55% aggregate in qualifying examination

Clinical Experience

1 year clinical experience after B.Sc Nursing (as per INC norms)

Specializations

Medical Surgical, Community Health, Paediatric, Psychiatric, OBG

Qualification

M.Sc Nursing from a recognized university

Minimum Marks

60% aggregate in M.Sc Nursing

Duration

3 years full-time or part-time

Language

English medium of instruction and research

Age Requirement

17 to 35 years at the time of admission

Qualification

PUC (any stream -- Science, Arts, or Commerce)

Minimum Marks

45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories -- SC/ST/OBC)

Qualification

GNM diploma with valid nursing registration from State Nursing Council

Experience

Working experience in a clinical setting preferred

Admission Process
How to Apply
1
Check Eligibility

Verify you meet program-specific requirements

2
Fill Application Form

Complete the online or offline application

3
Document Verification

Submit originals for verification at campus

4
Counselling / Merit List

Seat allotment based on merit and counselling

5
Fee Payment

Pay tuition and hostel fees as applicable

6
Admission Confirmed

Receive confirmation and join orientation

Documents Required
  • 10th & 12th Marksheets
  • Transfer Certificate (TC)
  • Migration Certificate
  • Medical Fitness Certificate
  • Character Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Aadhar Card
  • Passport Size Photographs
Important Dates
Admission Timeline 2026
Application Start

Online and offline applications open

[TBD]
Application Deadline

Last date to submit completed forms

[TBD]
Counselling Dates

Merit-based counselling and seat allotment

[TBD]
Classes Commence

Academic session begins for 2026 batch

[TBD]

Ready to Apply?

Join 170+ nursing students in the 2026 batch at ACN.

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