KCET 2027 BSc Nursing Admission: If you are planning to pursue the BSc Nursing course in Karnataka, KCET UGCET 2027 is the only option. Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET/UGCET) for admission to several professional undergraduate courses in Karnataka, including B.Sc Nursing. The official KEA portal specifically lists B.Sc Nursing among the programmes covered under the UGCET admission process.
The KCET 2027 B.Sc Nursing admission schedule has not been released yet. Students planning to take admission in the 2027–28 academic session should therefore use the 2026 rules and schedule only as a reference until KEA publishes the 2027 information bulletin.
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Admission merit will be determined only based on PCB marks obtained in the CET. There is no minimum qualifying mark prescribed in the CET.
Seats for BSc Nursing Colleges
We have given the seats available for BSc Nursing candidates at the bottom of this article.
KCET 2027 BSc Nursing: Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Course | B.Sc Nursing |
| Admission authority | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Entrance examination | KCET/UGCET |
| Academic session | 2027–28 |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Qualifying subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English |
| Minimum PCB marks | 45% for General Merit; 40% for specified Karnataka reserved categories under the 2026 rules |
| CET subjects for Nursing | Physics, Chemistry and Biology |
| Exam mode | OMR/offline |
| Expected KCET 2027 exam | Apr-27 |
| Counselling | Through KEA |
| Official website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
The 2026 KEA eligibility document specifies that B.Sc Nursing candidates must pass the qualifying examination in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, with a minimum 45% aggregate in PCB; the requirement is 40% for the specified Karnataka reserved categories.
Is KCET Required for B.Sc Nursing in Karnataka?
Yes. Candidates seeking admission to Basic B.Sc Nursing are required to appear for KCET, subject to the applicable admission rules.
Therefore, students targeting B.Sc Nursing admission through the Karnataka KEA process should not assume that their Class 12 marks alone will be sufficient. Admission merit will be determined only based on PCB marks obtained in the CET. There is no minimum qualifying mark prescribed in the CET.
KCET 2027 BSc Nursing Admission Eligibility
Based on the 2026 eligibility provisions, candidates seeking admission to first-year B.Sc Nursing should have passed the PUC 2 or 10+2 with:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- English
The candidate must have studied and passed the required subjects individually. The candidate must have studied the English subject.
For the 2026 cycle, the minimum aggregate requirement was:
| Category | Minimum PCB Marks |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 45% |
| SC/ST/Category-1/2A/2B/3A/3B – applicable Karnataka categories | 40% |
The KEA document also specifically states that the SC/ST/OBC eligibility criteria apply to Karnataka SC/ST/OBC candidates only.
Important
These are the 2026 eligibility conditions. KEA may modify the requirements for KCET 2027. Candidates should check the 2027 notification before submitting the application.
KCET 2027 BSc Nursing Exam Pattern
For B.Sc Nursing admission, the relevant KCET subjects are Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
The KCET examination pattern followed for the 2026 cycle was:
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 60 | 60 | 80 minutes |
| Chemistry | 60 | 60 | 80 minutes |
| Biology | 60 | 60 | 80 minutes |
| Total | 180 | 180 | 240 minutes |
The papers consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions.
Each question carries one mark. There is no negative marking for wrong answers, although no marks are awarded where multiple options are marked for the same question.
For KCET 2027 BSc Nursing, candidates should wait for the official KEA notification to confirm the final pattern.
KCET 2027 BSc Nursing Syllabus
The KCET 2027 syllabus is based on the First and Second PUC syllabus prescribed in Karnataka.
For B.Sc Nursing aspirants, download the syllabus prescribed by KEA
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
KCET 2027 BSc Nursing Exam Date
The official KCET 2027 exam date has not been announced. Based on the recent examination calendar, KCET 2027 is expected to be conducted in April 2027. The 2026 examination provides a useful reference for students planning their preparation.
| Event | KCET 2027 Status |
|---|---|
| KCET 2027 Notification | To be announced |
| KCET 2027 BSc Nursing Application form | Expected January 2027 |
| Last date | Expected February 2027 |
| Admit card | Expected April 2027 |
| KCET 2027 examination | Expected April 2027 |
| Result | Expected May/June 2027 |
| Counselling | After result |
These are tentative dates and should not be treated as the official KCET 2027 schedule.
KCET 2027 BSc Nursing Application Form
There is no separate KCET 2027 application form for the BS Nursing candidates; candidates will apply on the KEA UGCET 2027 portal for admission to BSc Nursing courses along with other courses.
Candidates will have to:
- Visit the KEA website.
- Register for KCET 2027.
- Enter personal and academic details.
- Select the required course/subject information.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application.
- Download the confirmation/application details.
Students should make sure that their Class 10 and Class 12/PUC details are entered correctly, particularly their name, date of birth and qualifying examination details.
KCET 2027 BSc Nursing Counselling
After the KCET 2027 result is announced, eligible candidates will participate in the KEA counselling process.
The broad process is expected to include:
KCET Result → Registration/Eligibility Verification → Document Verification → Option Entry → Seat Allotment → Fee Payment → College Reporting
Candidates should carefully enter their preferred B.Sc Nursing colleges during the option-entry process.
The official KEA portal currently provides UGCET admission and counselling services, including B.Sc Nursing-related admission information.
B.Sc Nursing Seat Allotment Through KCET
KCET 2027 BSc Nursing seats are allotted according to the applicable:
- KCET rank
- Category
- Eligibility
- Seat availability
- Candidate’s college/course preferences
- Applicable government/KEA admission rules
Candidates should therefore prepare a broad preference list instead of selecting only one or two colleges. The final seat matrix will be important because the number of available B.Sc Nursing seats can vary from year to year.
Documents Required for B.Sc Nursing Counselling
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- KCET 2027 application form/details
- KCET rank/result
- 10th marks card
- 12th/2nd PUC marks card
- Study certificate
- Transfer certificate
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Income certificate, if applicable
- Karnataka eligibility documents, where applicable
- Aadhaar/identity document
- Other documents prescribed by KEA
The final document list for KCET 2027 will be provided by KEA.
KCET 2027 BSc Nursing Admission vs NEET Nursing Admission
In KCET 2027 BSc Nursing. There may be some private colleges that can offer admission through NEET UG 2027 score. Students should not confuse this with admissions governed by NEET-UG or other central/state counselling mechanisms. The applicable entrance examination depends on the institution, seat type, and current regulatory/admission rules. Therefore, students should check the specific admission notification for the college and course they are targeting.
KCET 2027 BSc Nursing Preparation Strategy
Focus on Biology
Biology carries 60 marks and is particularly important for nursing aspirants. NCERT/Karnataka PUC concepts should be revised thoroughly.
Practise Physics and Chemistry
Do not ignore Physics and Chemistry. Both contribute to the KCET PCB score.
Solve Previous-Year Papers
Previous KCET papers can help students understand:
- Question difficulty
- Frequently tested concepts
- Time requirements
- Question distribution
Take Mock Tests
A 60-question paper must be completed within the prescribed time. Regular mock tests can improve speed and accuracy.
Avoid Guesswork With Multiple Answers
Although incorrect answers are not negatively marked, candidates receive no marks if multiple options are marked for the same question.
KCET 2027 B.Sc Nursing Admission: Important Points
- KCET is the entrance route used by KEA for BSc Nursing admission under the applicable process.
- Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English are required in the qualifying examination under the 2026 eligibility rules.
- The 2026 minimum PCB requirement was 45% for General Merit and 40% for specified Karnataka reserved categories.
- B.Sc Nursing rank is based on PCB marks in KCET under the cited 2026 provisions.
- KCET 2027 exam dates have not yet been announced.
- Candidates should check the Karnataka eligibility clause before applying.
- The final KCET 2027 notification will override the 2026 reference rules.
KCET 2027 BSc Nursing Admission: Final Takeaway
For students targeting B.Sc Nursing admission in Karnataka in 2027, KCET should be an important exam on their calendar. The 2026 KEA eligibility provisions required candidates to pass Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English and obtain the prescribed PCB aggregate, with 45% for General Merit and 40% for specified Karnataka reserved categories.
The KCET 2027 notification, application dates, seat matrix, and counselling schedule are yet to be announced. Students should begin preparing with the Karnataka PUC PCB syllabus now and follow the official KEA website for the 2027 admission notification.
Official KEA website: Karnataka Examinations Authority
KCET Score Accepted Course Names
| For Admission to 1st Year | Subjects to appear in CET 2025 |
|---|---|
| Engineering / Technology courses | PCM |
| Farm Science courses (B.Sc. Agriculture, Sericulture, Horticulture etc) | PCMB |
| Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Naturopathy & Yoga, and B.Sc. (Nursing) | PCB |
| B-Pharma, 2nd Year B. Pharma, Pharma-D | PCM or PCB |
Necessary Documents to Apply for Karnataka B.SC. Nursing 2025
- SSLC / 10th standard Mark Card of the candidate
- 2nd PUC / 12th standard Mark Card of the candidate.
- Candidate’s study certificate for having studied both 1st & 2nd PUC or 11th & 12th standard in Karnataka, issued by the head of the educational institution.
- Study certificate for either parent having studied for at least 7 years in Karnataka from the Head of the educational institution where he/she had studied.
- If claiming reservation benefits: Caste / Caste Income Certificate with RD number issued by Concerned Tahsildar- For SC / ST in Form-‘D’, Category-I in Form ‘E’ and 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B in Form ‘F’. (RD number needs to be entered in the application for online verification).
- Candidate’s Study certificate, Transfer Certificate with mother tongue details. (if Applicable)
- Candidate / Father / Mother 10th standard marks card / cumulative record in original in support of mother tongue as Kannada / Tulu / Kodava / Beary. (if applicable)
KCET 2027 colleges and seats
| SLNO | COLLEGENAME | LOCATION | INTAKE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ADICHUNCHANGIRI COLLEGE OF NURSING | BALAGANGADHARANATHA NAGAR, NAGAMANGALA TALUK, MANDYA-571448 | 100 |
| 2 | BANGALORE NURSING COLLEGE | CHICKANAYAKANAHALLI, KODATHI, SARJAPUR ROAD, BANGALORE-560 035 | 40 |
| 3 | BGS INSTITUTE OF NURSING SCIENCES | SASYAKASHI, NAGAMANGALA TQ, MANDYA DIST – 571 418 | 60 |
| 4 | BTL COLLEGE OF NURSING | BOMMASANDRA, BENGALURU | 60 |
| 5 | FLORIDA COLLEGE OF NURSING | NO.505, 3RD BLOCK, KALYAN NAGAR, HRBR, BANGALORE-560 043 | 60 |
| 6 | GANGOTHRI ACADEMY OF NURSING EDUCATION | VENKATESHWAR FARM, RAJIV GANDHI NAGAR, VISHWANEEDAM POST, BANGALORE-560091 | 60 |
| 7 | GREEN CITY COLLEGE OF NURSING, | #259/B, HOSUR ROAD, BOMMASANDRA, INDUSTRIAL AREA, BENGALURU-560 099 | 60 |
| 8 | KANACHUR COLLEGE OF NURSING SCIENCES, | DERALAKATTE MANGALORE-575 018 | 100 |
| 9 | KEERTHY COLLEGE OF NURSING | PRASHANT NAGAR, ‘B’ BEHIND GOVT COLLEGE, SEDAM ROAD, GULBARGA-585 105 | 40 |
| 10 | ADICHUNCHANGIRI COLLEGE OF NURSING | BALAGANGADHARANATHA NAGAR, NAGAMANGALA TALUK, MANDYA-571 448 | 60 |
| 11 | ARUNA COLLEGE OF NURSING | RING ROAD, MARALUR, TUMKUR-572 105 | 40 |
| 12 | ATHENA COLLEGE OF NURSING | ATHENA HOSPITAL COMPLEX, FALNIR ROAD, MANGALORE-575 001 | 50 |
| 13 | ALVA’S COLLEGE OF NURSING SCIENCES | ALVA’S HEALTH CENTRE COMPLEX, MOODBIDRI-574227 | |
| 14 | A.E.C.S.MAARUTI COLLEGE OF NURSING | NO.99, NEAR MAARUTI DENTAL COLLEGE, KAMMANAHALLI, OFF BANNERGHATTA MAIN ROAD, BANGALORE-560076 | 30 |
| 15 | A.E.C.S PAVAN COLLEGE OF NURSING | BANGALORE CHENNAI BY PASS ROAD HAROHALLI, GARDEN, PAVAN NAGAR, KOLAR-563101 | 30 |
| 16 | AL-KAREEM COLLEGE OF NURSING | PLOT NO:03, SYED BAREY NAGAR, SURVEY NO:123, BADEPUR, 2ND STAGE, DARSHANAPUR, GDA LAYOUT, BEHIND GTTC, M.G.ROAD, KALABURAGI – 585 105 | 45 |
| 17 | AL-AMEEN FATHIMA COLLEGE OF NURSING | ATHANI ROAD, VIJAYAPUR -586 108 | 30 |
| 18 | AI-QAMAR COLLEGE OF NURSING | RING ROAD, MILLANT NAGAR, GULBARGA-585 104, | 30 |
| 19 | ACHARYA COLLEGE OF NURSING | NO.51,OPP C I LAYOUT, CHOLA NAGAR, R T NAGAR POST, BANGALORE-560032 | 23 |
| 20 | ADICHUNCHANGIRI COLLEGE OF NURSING | BALAGANGADHARANATHA NAGAR, NAGAMANGALA TALUK, MANDYA-571448 | 25 |
| 21 | AKSHAYA COLLEGE OF NURSING | 2ND CROSS, ASHOKA NAGAR, TUMKUR-572102 | 25 |
| 22 | ALVA’S COLLEGE OF NURSING SCIENCES, | ALVA’S HEALTH CENTRE COMPLEX, MOODBIDRI-574227 | 45 |
| 23 | AL-KAREEM COLLEGE OF NURSING | PLOT NO:03, SYED BAREY NAGAR, SURVEY NO:123, BADEPUR, 2ND STAGE, DARSHANAPUR, GDA LAYOUT, BEHIND GTTC, M.G.ROAD, KALABURAGI – 585 105 | 25 |
| 24 | AI-QAMAR COLLEGE OF NURSING | RING ROAD, MILLANT NAGAR, KALABURAGI -585 104 | 20 |
| 25 | ATHENA COLLEGE OF NURSING | ATHENA HOSPITAL COMPLEX, FALNIR ROAD, MANGALORE-575001 | 37 |
| 26 | A.E.C.S.MAARUTI COLLEGE OF NURSING | NO.99, NEAR MAARUTI DENTAL COLLEGE KAMMANAHALLI, OPP BANNERGHATTA MAIN ROAD, BANGALORE-560 076 | 30 |
| 27 | A.E.C.S PAVAN COLLEGE OF NURSING | BANGALORE CHENNAI BY PASS ROAD HAROHALLI, GRDEN, PAVAN NAGAR, KOLAR-563101 | 80 |
| 28 | ADICHUNCHANGIRI INSTITUTE OF NURSING, | BALAGANGADHARANATHA NAGAR, NAGAMANGALA TALUK, MANDYA-571 448 | 80 |
| 29 | AYESHA SCHOOL OF NURSING | OKALY COMPLEX, UNIVERSITY ROAD, KALABURAGI-585 105 | 100 |
| 30 | BAJAJ SCHOOL OF NURSING | AL-AMEEN COLONY,NO-14-5-237/2, BAGNAM 147, HALLADKERI HYDERABAD, ROAD, BIDAR-585 401 | 40 |
| 31 | CENTURY SCHOOL OF NURSING | NO-22/B, OPP SHIRKE APARTMENTS NEAR BANK OF MAHARASHTRA, 4TH PHASE, YELAHANKA NEW TOWN, BANGALORE-560 064 | 20 |
| 32 | FLORIDA SCHOOL OF NURSING | 509, 1 D MAIN 3RD BLOCK, HRBR, KALYANA NAGAR, BANGALORE – 560 043 | 60 |
| 33 | KEERTHI SCHOOL OF NURSING | RAJAPUR ROAD, PRASHANTH NAGAR, B SUNDER NAGAR, GULBARGA-585 105 | 80 |
| 34 | KEERTHI SCHOOL OF NURSING | #1008, OLD NO : 248/1, 40TH CROSS, RAJAJINAGAR, BANGALORE – 560 010 | 50 |
| 35 | PRINCE SCHOOL OF NURSING, | NO-05, MURUGESH MURALIDAR ROAD,FRAZER TOWN, BANGALORE – 560 005 | 50 |
| 36 | SANKALPA SCHOOL OF NURSING, | #46/8, KODATI OPP TO SARJAPUR ROAD, BANGALORE-560 035, | 45 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is KCET 2027 compulsory for B.Sc Nursing in Karnataka?
For B.Sc Nursing admissions through the KEA process, candidates are required to appear for KCET, subject to the applicable rules.
Q2. Will there be a separate window to apply for the BSc Nursing course?
No, there is a single application form window to apply for all courses, including BSc Nursing.
Q3. What subjects are required for B.Sc Nursing, and which subject is mandatory?
Candidates need Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, and candidates must have studied English in the qualifying examination under the 2026 eligibility provisions.
Q4. Does KEA require any percentage to appear for B.Sc Nursing through KCET?
Yes, under the 2026 rules, candidates needed 45% aggregate in PCB for General Merit and 40% for specified Karnataka reserved categories.
Q5. Is there a separate KCET Biology paper for B.Sc Nursing?
Yes. B.Sc Nursing candidates use the PCB combination, with Biology forming one of the three relevant CET papers.
Q6. When will KCET 2027 B.Sc Nursing registration start?
The official date has not been announced. Registration is expected around January 2027, subject to KEA’s final schedule.
Q7. Can non-Karnataka students apply?
Candidates may be able to appear, but eligibility for particular seats depends on the applicable KEA eligibility clause. Candidates should not assume that non-Karnataka candidates have the same eligibility for every seat category.