School of Nursing, SCB Medical College Hospital

School of Nursing, SCB Medical College Hospital, Cuttack is one of India’s premier institutions renowned for excellence in medical education, training, research, and patient care. The B.Sc. Nursing program, a four-year course, was introduced in 2017 with an annual intake of 100 students. The program is approved by the Odisha Nurses & Midwives Registration Council and the Indian Nursing Council (INC). The college offers a well-developed infrastructure, including fully furnished classrooms, high-speed internet access, a modern computer lab, and a well-stocked library featuring a wide collection of books, journals, and academic resources. Nursing, as a vital component of healthcare delivery, plays a key role in improving public health. The institution is aligned with national health goals and actively participates in the implementation of National Health Policies and Programs. It emphasizes identifying the health needs of the population and providing quality, collaborative care in partnership with other healthcare professionals and community organizations. The college campus houses a spacious student library with seating for over 500 readers, including dedicated sections for undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as faculty. Hostel facilities are available for students coming from distant locations, ensuring a comfortable and secure living environment.

Directorate of Medical Education and Training, Odisha will conduct counseling for B.Sc Nursing, ANM, GNM, PB B.Sc Nursing, M.Sc Nursing

The Directorate of Medical Education and Training, Odisha plays a pivotal role in regulating and overseeing medical and allied health education across the state. As part of its commitment to ensuring quality nursing education, DMET conducts centralized counseling for admission into various GNM, ANM, B.Sc. Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing, and M.Sc. Nursing courses offered by government and private institutions in Odisha. The counseling process is transparent, merit-based, and designed to provide equal opportunities to aspiring nursing candidates. Through this initiative, DMET aims to nurture a skilled and compassionate nursing workforce to meet the growing healthcare needs of the state and the nation.

ELIGIBILITY

B.Sc. Nursing:

1. The candidates must be minimum 17 years of age as on dt: 31.12.2024 i.e., the candidate should have been born on or before dt. 31.12.2007.
2. The candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with science or vocational (Physics, Chemistry & Biology) from CHSE, Odisha or any other Board or Council or University equivalent thereof.
3. The candidates passed 10+2 examination in Science (Physics, Chemistry & Biology), conducted by National Institute of Open School are also eligible to apply.
4. The candidates must have passed in the subject of PCB & English individually and must have obtained a minimum of 45% marks taken together in PCB at the qualifying examination i.e. (10+2). In case of candidates belonging to SC/ST, the marks obtained in PCB taken together in qualifying examination shall be 40%. English is a compulsory subject in 10+2 for being eligible for admission to B.Sc. Nursing Course.
5. The candidates must have passed minimum M.E standard Odia.
6. The candidates must be a Domicile of Odisha / permanent resident of Odisha / native of Odisha.
7. Both female / male candidates are eligible to apply.
8. Candidates shall be medically fit for the course (Medical certificate format in annexure -V).