Divine Grace Nursing Institutions

Divine Grace College of Nursing, Bangalore was established in 2004. The college is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and is approved by the Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC). As part of the Divine Grace Institute of Health Sciences, the college collaborates with a network of esteemed nursing institutions in Bangalore to maintain high standards in nursing education, in alignment with the goals set by the Indian Nursing Council. The college boasts a spacious, well-ventilated library stocked with books, journals, and periodicals. Additionally, students have access to e-books and e-journals through the Helenet facility provided by RGUHS. The college is equipped with modern, well-maintained labs, including an Anatomy and Physiology Lab, Nutrition and Biochemistry Lab, Community Lab, and Fundamental Lab, all furnished with necessary equipment. Safe and separate hostel accommodations are provided for both boys and girls, ensuring a comfortable and secure living environment for students.

B.Sc. Nursing ( 4 years)

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conduct counselling for B.Sc Nursing on the bases of KCET mark

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts entrance exams like KCET for merit-based admissions in Government / University / Private Aided / Private Un-Aided Professional Educational Institutions in the State of Karnataka to professional courses such as Engineering, Technology, Architecture, BNYS, B.Sc. Nursing, Veterinary Science (B.V.Sc. & A.H.), and various Farm Science programs such as B.Sc. (Hons) in Agriculture, Sericulture, Horticulture, Forestry, and Community Science, as well as B.Tech in Biotechnology, Agricultural Engineering, Food Technology, and Dairy Technology. KEA also oversees admissions for B.F.Sc (Fisheries), B.Sc. (Hons) Agri-Business Management, B.Pharma, Pharma-D, and Lateral Entry to 2nd-year B.Pharma.

Important Note: Non-Karnataka candidates are required to appear for the Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by KEA to be eligible for B.Sc. Nursing admissions in Karnataka. However, they are not eligible for government quota seats and will be considered under private or management quotas.

Eligibility criteria for B.sc Nursing

candidates must have passed the 12th standard (10+2) or II PUC with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as individual subjects. They must secure a minimum aggregate of 45% in PCB subjects. However, candidates from Karnataka belonging to SC, ST, or OBC categories are eligible with a reduced requirement of 40% in PCB.

Minimum age 17 years (as of December 31st of the admission year).

Non-Karnataka candidates are not eligible for reservation benefits and cannot apply for government quota seats in the B.Sc. Nursing course through KEA.

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts counseling in three phases: Round 1, Round 2, and the Mop-Up Round. If seats remain vacant even after the Mop-Up Round, KEA may organize additional rounds, such as the Stray Vacancy Round

Step 1: Registration & Document Verification

Step 2: First Round

• Option Entry
• Mock Allotment Results
• Chance for Candidates to Reshuffle Their Choices
• Locking of Choices
• First Round Allotment Results & Cutoff
• Reporting to the Allotted College

Step 3: Second Round

• Option Entry & Choice Filling (Only Reshuffling Allowed)
• Second Round Allotment & Cutoff
• Reporting to the Allotted College

Step 4: Mop-Up Round

• Mop-Up Registration Form Submission
• Document Verification
• Publication of Verified List
• Option Entry
• Result

Step 5: Stray Vacancy Round (if seats remain vacant after the Mop-Up Round)

GNM Nursing (3 years)

Eligibility Criteria for GNM Nursing (3 years)

Educational Qualification

• Must have passed 10+2 (PUC II) from a recognized board.
• Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) is preferred but candidates from Arts and Commerce backgrounds may also apply in some institutions.
• Minimum 40-45% aggregate marks (varies by institution).
• For SC/ST/OBC candidates, relaxation in minimum marks may be available as per government norms.

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 17 years
• Maximum age: 35 years

Nationality & Domicile
The candidate must be an Indian citizen, and some institutions, especially for government quota seats, may require proof of Karnataka domicile.

M.Sc. Nursing (2 years)

Eligibility Criteria:

• B.Sc Nursing (Basic) / B.Sc. Hons. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing / Post Certificate B.Sc. Nursing.
• Minimum 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST).
• Degree must be from RGUHS Karnataka or an equivalent recognized university.
• Candidate must be an Indian citizen.
• Candidates should not exceed 45 years on the last date of application.

Specialties

• Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Child Health Nursing
• Community Health Nursing
• Obstetrics And Gynecology Nursing
• Mental Health Nursing

Experience: 1-year experience in a hospital, nursing institute, or community health (for B.Sc. Nursing Basic). No experience needed for Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing graduates.
Registration: Must be a Registered Nurse & Midwife with the State Nursing Council.

Specializations Available:

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

Step 1: Visit KEA website: http://kea.kar.nic.in Click on “Online Application”. Select “New User? Click Here to Register”. Fill in the required details and submit. You will receive an Application Number & User ID on your registered mobile/email

Step 2: Login with User ID & Password. Enter personal, academic, and reservation details and Upload Documents

Step 3: Pay the Application Fee

Step 4: Print the submitted form. Attend KEA document verification with original documents.

Step 5: Appear for the KEA Entrance Exam. Ranks assigned based on merit.

Step 6: Register for online counselling & select colleges. Seats allotted based on rank & preference. Report to the allotted college for admission.