University-Level Nursing Exam

📘 Overview

This guide presents the top 30 university-level nursing entrance exams in India and the states where each exam takes place. It also explains the courses offered—B.Sc Nursing, Post Basic Nursing, and M.Sc Nursing—and the basic eligibility for every exam. Students can quickly compare options and choose the exam that suits their education background and career goals. This list makes it easy to plan the right admission path across India’s leading universities.

📑 Top 30 University-Level Nursing Entrance Exams in India

University / Institute	State / City	Entrance Exam Name	Courses Covered	Eligibility Criteria
AIIMS	New Delhi	AIIMS B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 55%, English
PGIMER	Chandigarh	PGIMER Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc, PB, M.Sc	10+2 PCB 50%, GNM, B.Sc
JIPMER	Puducherry	JIPMER Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 50%
KGMU	Lucknow	KGMU Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc, PB, M.Sc	10+2 PCB 45–50%, GNM
SGPGIMS	Lucknow	SGPGIMS Nursing Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 50%
BHU	Varanasi	BHU Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc, PB	10+2 PCB 50%, GNM
Jamia Hamdard	New Delhi	Jamia Hamdard Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc, PB, M.Sc	10+2 PCB 50%, GNM, B.Sc
Amrita University	Kerala/TN	Amrita Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc, PB, M.Sc	10+2 PCB 50%, GNM
Manipal University	Karnataka	Manipal Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 50%
SRM University	Tamil Nadu	SRMJEEH Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 50%
CMC Vellore	Tamil Nadu	CMC Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc, PB, M.Sc	10+2 PCB 50%, GNM, B.Sc
DY Patil University	Maharashtra	DY Patil Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 45–50%
Bharati Vidyapeeth	Pune	BVPCET Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 45%
Symbiosis (SIU)	Pune	Symbiosis Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 45–50%
DMIMS	Wardha	DMIMS Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc, PB	10+2 PCB 50%, GNM
Sharda University	Greater Noida	SUNET Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 45–50%
Chandigarh University	Punjab	CUCET Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 50%
Amity University	Multiple States	Amity Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 50%
Galgotias University	Uttar Pradesh	GUSET Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 45–50%
KLE University	Karnataka	KLEU Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 45–50%
NIMS University	Jaipur	NIMS Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc, PB, M.Sc	10+2 PCB 45–50%, GNM
Sikkim Manipal University	Sikkim	SMU Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 50%
VIT University	Tamil Nadu	VIT Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 50%
Yenepoya University	Mangalore	Yenepoya Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 45–50%
Annamalai University	Tamil Nadu	Annamalai Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 50%
GGSIPU (IP University)	New Delhi	IPU Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc, PB	10+2 PCB 50%, GNM
KIIT University	Odisha	KIITEE Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 45–50%
Ramaiah University	Bangalore	Ramaiah Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 45–50%
Saveetha University	Chennai	Saveetha Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 50%
Vinayaka Missions University	Tamil Nadu	VMU Nursing Entrance Exam	B.Sc Nursing	10+2 PCB 45–50%

📚 Exam Wise Detailed Guide Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Career Scope:-

1. AIIMS B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam– New Delhi

Exam Name Explanation

AIIMS B.Sc Nursing Entrance is a national-level exam conducted by AIIMS for admission to B.Sc Nursing.

Eligibility

• 10+2 with PCB & English
• Minimum 55% marks
• Only female candidates for B.Sc Nursing

Exam Pattern

• CBT (online)
• 100 MCQs
• Sections: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, GK
• Duration: 2 hours

Syllabus

• Class 11–12 PCB
• Basic GK & aptitude

Career Scope

• Staff nurse in AIIMS hospitals
• Government job opportunities
• Higher studies: M.Sc Nursing, NPCC, PhD

2. PGIMER Nursing Entrance Exam – Chandigarh

Exam Name

PGIMER Nursing Entrance for B.Sc, Post-Basic, and M.Sc Nursing.

Eligibility

• B.Sc Nursing: 10+2 PCB 50%
• PB Nursing: GNM + registration
• M.Sc: B.Sc/ PB B.Sc Nursing with minimum 55%

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• Computer-based
• Subjects: PCB, Nursing aptitude (for PB/MSc)

Syllabus

• PCB (for B.Sc)
• Nursing subjects (for PB/MSc)

Career Scope

• Nursing officer posts in PGI
• Specialization opportunities

3. JIPMER Nursing Entrance Exam – Puducherry

Exam Name

JIPMER Nursing Entrance for B.Sc Nursing.

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 50%

Exam Pattern

• CBT
• 100 MCQs
• PCB + English + GK

Syllabus

• Class 11–12 PCBE

Career Scope

• Jobs in JIPMER hospitals
• High-quality clinical exposure

4. KGMU Nursing Entrance Exam – Lucknow

Exam Name

KGMU Nursing Entrance (B.Sc, PB, M.Sc)

Eligibility

• B.Sc: 10+2 PCB 45–50%
• PB: GNM
• M.Sc: B.Sc Nursing

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• Subjects vary with course level

Syllabus

• PCB (B.Sc)
• Nursing subjects (PB & M.Sc)

Career Scope

• Government nursing roles across UP

5. SGPGIMS Nursing Entrance Exam – Lucknow

Exam Name

SGPGIMS Nursing Exam

Eligibility

• B.Sc: 10+2 PCB 50%

Exam Pattern

• MCQ-based
• Subjects: PCB, English, GK

Syllabus

• 11–12 Science syllabus

Career Scope

• Placement advantage in SGPGI hospitals

6. BHU Nursing Entrance Exam – Varanasi

Exam Name

BHU Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 50%;
• GNM for PB

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• PCB + Nursing aptitude

Syllabus

• Class 11–12 PCB

Career Scope

• Jobs in BHU hospital network & UP govt

7. Jamia Hamdard Nursing Entrance Exam – New Delhi

Exam Name

Jamia Hamdard Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• B.Sc: 10+2 PCB 50%
• PB: GNM
• M.Sc: B.Sc Nursing

Exam Pattern

• MCQ-based
• Subjects depend on program

Syllabus

• PCB (B.Sc)
• Nursing subjects (PB/M.Sc)

Career Scope

• Opportunities in Delhi hospitals & abroad

8. Amrita University Nursing Entrance Exam – Kerala/TN

Exam Name

Amrita Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 50%
• GNM for PB/M.Sc

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• PCB + English

Syllabus

• Class 11–12 Science

Career Scope

• Jobs in Amrita hospitals (top private network)

9. Manipal University Nursing Entrance Exam – Karnataka

Exam Name

Manipal Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 50%

Exam Pattern

• Online exam
• 100 MCQs
• PCB & General English

Syllabus

• NCERT PCB

Career Scope

• Jobs in Manipal hospital network

10. University SRMJEEH Nursing Entrance Exam – Tamil Nadu

Exam Name

SRMJEEH Nursing

Eligibility

10+2 PCB 50%

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• PCB + English

Syllabus

• PCB 11–12

Career Scope

• Placements in SRM chain hospitals

11. CMC Vellore Nursing Entrance Exam – Tamil Nadu

Exam Name

CMC Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 50%,
• GNM,
• B.Sc (as per course)

Exam Pattern

• Written exam + Interview
• Objective questions

Syllabus

• PCB & Nursing subjects

Career Scope

• High demand nurses globally

12. DY Patil University Nursing Entrance Exam – Maharashtra

Exam Name

DY Patil Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 45–50%

Exam Pattern

• MCQ exam

Syllabus

• PCB basics

Career Scope

• Jobs in DY Patil hospital chain

13. Bharati Vidyapeeth BVPCET Nursing Entrance Exam – Pune

Exam Name

BVPCET Nursing

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 45%
• English compulsory

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• Offline/Online (varies)
• Subjects: PCB + English

Syllabus

• Class 11–12 Physics, Chemistry, Biology
• Basic English

Career Scope

• Jobs in Bharati Hospital network
• Private & government nursing positions

14. Symbiosis (SIU) Nursing Entrance Exam – Pune

Exam Name

Symbiosis Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 45–50%

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• Subjects: PCB, English, GK

Syllabus

• NCERT PCB
• General awareness

Career Scope

• Placement in Symbiosis hospitals
• Opportunities in Pune’s top medical setups

15. DMIMS Nursing Entrance Exam – Wardha

Exam Name

DMIMS Nursing Entrance (now Datta Meghe Institute)

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 50%
• GNM for Post Basic

Exam Pattern

• MCQs
• PCB + Nursing aptitude

Syllabus

• Science subjects (B.Sc)
• Nursing foundation (PB)

Career Scope

• Excellent rural & urban postings
• Demand in DMIMS hospitals

16. SUNET Nursing Entrance Exam – Greater Noida

Exam Name

SUNET Nursing

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 45–50%

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• Sections: PCB, English

Syllabus

• NCERT PCB
• Communication skills

Career Scope

• Placements in Delhi-NCR hospitals
• International opportunities

17. CUCET Nursing Entrance Exam – Punjab

Exam Name

CUCET Nursing

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 50%

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• PCB & reasoning

Syllabus

• PCB topics
• Basic aptitude

Career Scope

• High placement rate
• Jobs in North India hospitals

18. Amity University Nursing Entrance Exam – Multiple States

Exam Name

Amity Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 50%

Exam Pattern

• MCQ-based
• PCB + English

Syllabus

• NCERT PCB
• Basic English grammar

Career Scope

• Roles in Amity hospitals & tie-up hospitals
• Good private sector scope

19. Galgotias University Nursing Entrance Exam – Uttar Pradesh

Exam Name

GUSET Nursing

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 45–50%

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• PCB & English

Syllabus

• PCB syllabus (NCERT)
• English basics

Career Scope

• Nursing jobs in UP/Delhi NCR
• Good salary in private hospitals

20. KLE University Nursing Entrance Exam – Karnataka

Exam Name

KLEU Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 45–50%

Exam Pattern

• MCQ exam
• Subjects: PCB, English

Syllabus

• 11–12 PCB

Career Scope

• Jobs in Karnataka’s healthcare sector
• Abroad opportunities (Gulf)

21. NIMS University Nursing Entrance Exam – Jaipur

Exam Name

NIMS Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• B.Sc: 10+2 PCB 45–50%
• PB: GNM
• M.Sc: B.Sc Nursing

Exam Pattern

• MCQs
• Program-specific syllabus

Syllabus

• PCB (B.Sc)
• Nursing topics (PG)

Career Scope

• NIMS hospital jobs
• Rajasthan government positions

22. Sikkim Manipal University Nursing Entrance Exam – Sikkim

Exam Name

SMU Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 50%

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• PCB + English

Syllabus

• NCERT PCB

Career Scope

• Jobs in Northeast India
• National-level opportunities

23. VIT University Nursing Entrance Exam – Tamil Nadu

Exam Name

VIT Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 50%

Exam Pattern

• MCQ-based
• PCB & English

Syllabus

• PCB 11–12
• Basic English

Career Scope

• Jobs in VIT tie-up hospitals
• Good private sector value

24. Yenepoya University Nursing Entrance Exam- Mangalore

Exam Name

Yenepoya Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 45–50%

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• PCB + aptitude

Syllabus

• NCERT PCB
• Reasoning basics

Career Scope

• Work opportunities in coastal Karnataka
• High demand abroad

25. Annamalai University Nursing Entrance Exam – Tamil Nadu

Exam Name

Annamalai Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 50%

Exam Pattern

• Objective-type questions
• Subjects: PCB

Syllabus

• 11–12 PCB

Career Scope

• Jobs in Tamil Nadu govt & private hospitals

26. GGSIPU University IPU Nursing Entrance Exam – New Delhi

Exam Name

IPU Nursing Entrance (CET)

Eligibility

• B.Sc: 10+2 PCB 50%
• PB: GNM

Exam Pattern

• 150 MCQs
• PCB, English, Nursing aptitude

Syllabus

• NCERT PCB
• Basic nursing awareness

Career Scope

• Delhi government & private hospitals

27. KIIT University TEE Nursing Entrance Exam – Odisha

Exam Name

KIITEE Nursing

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 45–50%

Exam Pattern

• Online exam
• 100 MCQs
• PCB + English

Syllabus

• NCERT PCB

Career Scope

• Jobs in KIIMS hospitals
• Placement assistance available

28. Ramaiah University Nursing Entrance Exam – Bangalore

Exam Name

Ramaiah Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 45–50%

Exam Pattern

• 100 MCQs
• PCB + GK

Syllabus

• 11–12 PCB
• General knowledge

Career Scope

• Placements in Ramaiah hospitals & Bangalore hospitals

29. Saveetha University Nursing Entrance Exam – Chennai

Exam Name

Saveetha Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 50%

Exam Pattern

• MCQ-based
• PCB + English

Syllabus

• Science subjects (11–12)

Career Scope

• Tamil Nadu private hospitals
• International openings

30. Vinayaka Missions University Entrance Exam – Tamil Nadu

Exam Name

VMU Nursing Entrance

Eligibility

• 10+2 PCB 45–50%

Exam Pattern

• MCQ exam
• PCB topics

Syllabus

• Physics, Chemistry, Biology (NCERT)

Career Scope

• Jobs in VMU hospitals
• Good scope in southern states

📌 Career Scope After University-Level Nursing Exam

After qualifying and completing a nursing degree from a reputed university, students can explore diverse career paths:

Clinical Roles

• Staff Nurse
• ICU Nurse
• Emergency/Trauma Nurse
• Pediatric/Neonatal Nurse
• Surgical Nurse
• Psychiatric Nurse
• Community Health Nurse

Specialized Nursing Roles

• Critical Care Nurse
• Operation Theatre Nurse
• Cardiology Nurse
• Dialysis Nurse
• Oncology Nurse
• Obstetrics & Gynaecology Nurse

Administrative & Leadership Roles

• Nursing Superintendent
• Nursing Supervisor
• Ward Manager
• Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Academic & Teaching Careers

• Nursing Tutor
• Clinical Instructor
• Lecturer / Professor in Nursing Colleges

Government Job Opportunities

• Government hospitals (AIIMS, ESIC, Railways, State Govt hospitals)
• Military Nursing Service (MNS)
• PHC/CHC community posts

Global Opportunities

• Nursing jobs in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, UAE, Germany, etc.
• High migration demand due to global nursing shortage

In short: Nursing is one of the most secure and high-demand careers worldwide.

📌 Salary Overview

Nursing salaries vary by qualification, hospital type, city, and experience.

B.Sc Nursing Salary (Freshers)

• Private Hospitals: ₹18,000 – ₹28,000 per month
• Government Hospitals: ₹40,000 – ₹65,000 per month
• Abroad (after licensing): ₹2 Lakh – ₹6 Lakh per month

Post Basic B.Sc Nursing

• With GNM + experience: ₹25,000 – ₹40,000 per month

M.Sc Nursing Salary

• Lecturer/Clinical Instructor: ₹35,000 – ₹55,000 per month
• Senior Staff Nurse/Specialist Nurse: ₹50,000 – ₹80,000 per month

Experienced Nurses (5+ years)

• ICU/OT/CCU Nurses: ₹45,000 – ₹90,000 per month
• Nursing Superintendent/CNO: ₹1 Lakh – ₹2 Lakh per month

International Package (after NCLEX/IELTS/HAAD/DHA)

• USA: ₹5–7 lakh/month
• UK: ₹2–3 lakh/month
• Canada: ₹4–6 lakh/month

📌 Top Recruiters for University-Level Nursing Graduates

Top Government Recruiters

• AIIMS Hospitals
• ESIC Hospitals
• Indian Railways
• State Government Hospitals
• Military Nursing Service (MNS)
• NRHM/ICMR Programs

Top Private Hospitals

• Apollo Hospitals
• Fortis Healthcare
• Manipal Hospitals
• Max Healthcare
• Narayana Health
• Medanta
• Care Hospitals
• Columbia Asia
• Aster DM Healthcare

University-Affiliated & Trust Hospitals

• CMC Vellore Hospital
• Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
• KGMU Hospitals
• SGPGIMS
• JIPMER Hospital

International Recruiters

• NHS (UK)
• Cleveland Clinic (USA)
• UAE Health Department (DHA/HAAD)
• German Healthcare Institutions
• Australian Hospitals

📌 Higher Studies Options After Clearing University-Level Nursing Exam

Once students complete their undergraduate nursing program, they can pursue higher studies such as:

Post Basic B.Sc Nursing

For GNM nurses aiming for graduation.

M.Sc Nursing Specializations

• Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Pediatric Nursing
• Psychiatric Nursing
• Community Health Nursing
• Obstetrics & Gynecology Nursing
• Critical Care Nursing
• Oncology Nursing

Advanced Certifications

• ICU/OT Nursing
• Emergency & Trauma Care
• Dialysis Technician
• Cardiac Nurse Certification
• Oncology Care
• Infection Control

Doctoral Programs

• M.Phil in Nursing
• Ph.D in Nursing

International Licensing Exams

• NCLEX-RN (USA)
• IELTS/OET (UK, Australia)
• HAAD/DHA/MOH (UAE)
• German B2 Language + Nursing Exam

Management & Administration Courses

• MBA in Hospital Administration
• MPH (Master of Public Health)
• PG Diploma in Hospital Management

Conclusion

University-level nursing exams are a gateway to high-quality education and a rewarding career in healthcare. Clearing these exams allows students to join top medical universities, receive strong clinical training, and build a stable and globally recognized profession.

Nursing graduates enjoy:

• Excellent job security
• High demand in India and abroad
• Opportunities for specialization and higher studies
• Attractive salary packages, especially overseas

In summary, university-level nursing exams provide the foundation for a career that is respected, progressive, and full of global opportunities.

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