The B.Sc. Nursing admission process in India generally follows a structured pattern, though details vary by state and college:

1. Eligibility – Must have passed 10+2 (PCB + English) with at least 45–50% marks (40% for reserved categories). Age should be 17+ years.

2. Entrance Exams – Admission is mainly through entrance tests. Common ones are NEET-UG (some states), AIIMS Nursing, JIPMER Nursing, AFMC, state-level CETs, and university-level exams. Some private colleges also conduct their own tests or take direct admission based on 12th marks.

3. Application – Fill out online application forms (state counselling portals or university websites). Upload documents, pay fee, and register for counselling.

4. Merit List & Counselling – Based on entrance score (or 12th marks where applicable), candidates are shortlisted. You then attend counselling where seat allocation is done according to rank, category, and college preference.

5. Seat Allotment & Admission – After allotment, report to the college with original documents (marksheets, transfer certificate, caste/EWS certificate, medical fitness, ID proof) and pay admission fees to confirm the seat.