Top Govt Nursing Colleges in India 2026

Updated on - Jul 14, 2025 09:38 PM IST

There are total 1681 Nursing colleges in India. Out of the total, 1286 Nursing colleges are private and 87 Nursing are owned by the government.IPU CET, CBSE 12th, NEET, UP 12th, Karnataka 2nd PUC are accepted for admission in Nursing colleges in India. Top 10 Nursing colleges are AIIMS Delhi, Banaras Hindu University, Manipal University, SRM University Chennai, Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University, University of Hyderabad, Saveetha University, Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research, Gauhati University.

Nursing College Highlights in India

Total Number of colleges	1681
Accepted Entrance Exams	IPU CET, CBSE 12th, NEET, UP 12th, Karnataka 2nd PUC
Average Fees	₹ 1.13 Lacs

Nursing Colleges in India

State	Number of Colleges	Average Fees
Karnataka	258	₹ 140830
Tamil Nadu	192	₹ 131892
Kerala	124	₹ 135497
Uttar Pradesh	120	₹ 105667
Punjab	117	₹ 89328
Madhya Pradesh	115	₹ 109216
Gujarat	113	₹ 94486
Maharashtra	97	₹ 144300
Rajasthan	83	₹ 97867
Andhra Pradesh	75	₹ 99096

Top Govt Nursing Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
AIIMS Delhi	-	₹ 2040
Banaras Hindu University	-	₹ 2381
University of Hyderabad	1	-
Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research	113	₹ 1200
Gauhati University	-	-
AIIMS Jodhpur	-	-
AIIMS Patna	75	₹ 600
Armed Forces Medical College	-	-
Government Medical College & Hospital	-	₹ 95000
Govt Medical College Nagpur	50	₹ 8800

Top Private Nursing Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
Manipal University	132	₹ 164312
SRM University Chennai	60	₹ 83333
Sathyabama University	60	₹ 445000
King George'S Medical University	120	₹ 48000
Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute	-	₹ 95833
Lakshmi Narain College of Technology, Bhopal	-	-
Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences	100	₹ 30000
Jaipur National University	-	₹ 107450
NIMS University	2	₹ 45000
Parul University	190	₹ 108681

Showing 71 Govt Nursing Colleges in India

Government Medical College (GMC), Amritsar

4.2
(5 Reviews)
Amritsar, Punjab
Government
Medical Co

NEET Exams
...+2 NEET PG , UG

Government Medical College (GMC), Amritsar is a Government Institute located in Amritsar, Punjab. It was established in the year 1943. Government Medical College (GMC), Amritsar offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, Diploma, MSc, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2249+ students

IPGME&R Kolkata

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Government
Other

1,100 Nursing
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JENPAS UG Exams
...+5 NEET PG , NEET , WBCHSE , CBSE 12th , NEET SS

IPGME&R Kolkata is a Government Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1921. IPGME&R Kolkata offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, Diploma, MSc, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1177+ students

Govt Medical College Nagpur

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Nagpur, Maharashtra
Government
MCA

8,800 Nursing
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CBSE 10th Exams
...+6 NEET PG , NEET , Maharashtra SSC , Maharashtra HSC , CBSE 12th , NEET SS

Govt Medical College Nagpur is a Government Institute located in Nagpur, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1947. Govt Medical College Nagpur offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, Diploma, MD, BPT in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2232+ students

Government Medical College (GMC), Patiala

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Patiala, Punjab
Government
AICTE

GPAT Exams
...+4 NEET PG , UG , NEET , NEET SS

Government Medical College (GMC), Patiala is a Government Institute located in Patiala, Punjab. It was established in the year 1953. Government Medical College (GMC), Patiala offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, Diploma, MSc, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1052+ students

GMCH Chandigarh

3.8
(5 Reviews)
Chandigarh, Chandigarh
Government
MCI

95,000 Nursing
Get Fee Details
NEET Exams
...+1 NEET PG

GMCH Chandigarh is a Government Institute located in Chandigarh. It was established in the year 1991. GMCH Chandigarh offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, MSc, Certificate, MD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 836+ students

Government T.D. Medical College

4.4
(5 Reviews)
Alappuzha, Kerala
Government
AICTE

NEET PG Exams
...+5 NEET , KCET , Kerala 12th , CBSE 12th , NEET SS

Government T.D. Medical College is a Government Institute located in Alappuzha, Kerala. It was established in the year 1973. Government T.D. Medical College offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, B.Pharm, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 847+ students

PGIMS Rohtak

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Rohtak, Haryana
Government
Other

12,000 - 25,000 Nursing
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GPAT Exams
...+6 NEET PG , MDS , NEET , CBSE 12th , HBSE 12th , PG

PGIMS Rohtak is a Government Institute located in Rohtak, Haryana. It was established in the year 1960. PGIMS Rohtak offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, B.Pharm, MSc, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1887+ students

Pandit Deendayal Updhyay Medical College

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Rajkot, Gujarat
Government
UGC
...+1 Medical Council of India (MCI)

NEET Exams

Pandit Deendayal Updhyay Medical College is a Government Institute located in Rajkot, Gujarat. It was established in the year 2010. Pandit Deendayal Updhyay Medical College offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, Diploma, PGD, MD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 405+ students

MMC Madurai

3.9
(14 Reviews)
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Government
MCI
...+2 INDIAN NURSING COUNCIL & THE KARNATAKA STATE NURSING COUNCIL , Indian Nursing Council, State Nursing Council

GPAT Exams
...+4 NEET PG , UG , NEET , NEET SS

MMC Madurai is a Government Institute located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2003. MMC Madurai offers Regular courses such as MBBS, B.Pharm, Diploma, MSc, M.Pharm in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1885+ students

IGIMS

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Patna, Bihar
Government
Medical Co
...+2 AICTE , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

30,000 Nursing
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UG Exams
...+6 NEET PG , BSEB 12th , NEET , CBSE 12th , PG , NEET SS

IGIMS is a Government Institute located in Patna, Bihar. It was established in the year 1983. IGIMS offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, Diploma, MD, BDS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1545+ students

SHUATS

3.9
(14 Reviews)
Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
Government
MHRD
...+4 ISO , ICAR , NAAC , ICFRE

15,000 - 1,20,000 Nursing
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DU Exams
...+6 JEE , CSIR , SHIATS Entrance Exam , UP 12th , UGC NET , MP

SHUATS specialties

Rankings : National Recognition - Ranked in the 151-200 band in the University category by NIRF 2024 - Ranked 90th in the Pharmacy category nationally by NIRF 2024
Region : Strategic Agricultural Hub - Located in Prayagraj, the heart of the Indo-Gangetic plain, providing a natural laboratory for agricultural research - Strategic proximity to the confluence of Ganga and Yamuna rivers, facilitating extensive irrigation and soil studies
Fees : Mid-Range Investment - Rs 3.5 - 6.5 L (Total) for most undergraduate professional programs - Competitive fee structure compared to private technical universities in North India
ROI : Value for Money - Strong return on investment for Agriculture and Dairy Technology graduates due to high demand in the public and private sectors - Extensive alumni network in government agricultural departments provides a career edge
Specializations : Pioneer in Agricultural Engineering - First institution in Asia to offer a degree in Agricultural Engineering - Home to the Jacob Institute of Biotechnology and Bioengineering, focusing on cutting-edge genetic research
Diversity : International Student Community - Significant population of international students from over 25 countries, particularly from Africa and South Asia - Inclusive environment as a Christian Minority Institution serving students from all backgrounds
Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Academic Linkages - Active MoUs with international institutions like Iowa State University (USA) and University of Missouri (USA) - Collaborations with international research bodies like IRRI (Philippines) and CIMMYT (Mexico)
Hostel : Comprehensive Residential Facilities - 12 on-campus hostels including dedicated wings for International students - Availability of AC rooms and single occupancy options for senior students
Infrastructure : Massive Research Campus - Sprawling 600-acre campus featuring extensive experimental farms and research plots - Includes specialized facilities like the Central Instrumentation Laboratory and a dedicated University Botanical Garden

Shortlisted by 86151+ students

CNMC Kolkata

4.3
(6 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Government
MCI

36,000 Nursing
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NEET PG Exams
...+6 UG , JEPBN , NEET , WBCHSE , CBSE 12th , NEET SS

CNMC Kolkata is a Government Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1948. CNMC Kolkata offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, Diploma, MSc, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 254+ students

Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Government
Other

DU Arts & Commerce Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , RBSE 12th

Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College is a Government Institute located in Delhi. It was established in the year 1973. Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 225+ students

Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam (SPMV), Tirupati

4.3
(6 Reviews)
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Government
UGC

1,50,000 Nursing
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GPAT Exams
...+5 AP PGECET , AP PGCET , AP PGLCET , CBSE 12th , BIEAP

Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam (SPMV), Tirupati is a Government Institute located in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. It was established in the year 1983. Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam (SPMV), Tirupati offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 947+ students

Sir Vithaldas Thackersey College of Home Science

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Government
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

Sir Vithaldas Thackersey College of Home Science is a Government Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1959. Sir Vithaldas Thackersey College of Home Science offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, Certificate, BMC in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 52+ students

Mohan Lal Sukhadia University - Faculty of Management Studies

4.1
(10 Reviews)
Udaipur, Rajasthan
Government
NAAC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+3 NEET PG , MAT , RBSE 12th

Mohan Lal Sukhadia University - Faculty of Management Studies is a Government Institute located in Udaipur, Rajasthan. . Mohan Lal Sukhadia University - Faculty of Management Studies offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 171+ students

MLB Jhansi

Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh
Government
MCI

NEET PG Exams
...+4 UG , NEET , UP 12th , CBSE 12th

MLB Jhansi is a Government Institute located in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1968. MLB Jhansi offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, Diploma, PGD, MD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 290+ students

RINPAS Ranchi

Ranchi, Jharkhand
Government

NEET PG Exams

RINPAS Ranchi is a Government Institute located in Ranchi, Jharkhand. It was established in the year 1925. RINPAS Ranchi offers Regular courses such as Diploma, M.Phil, MD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 105+ students

GMKMC Salem

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Salem, Tamil Nadu
Government
MCI

Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+4 NEET PG , NEET , CBSE 12th , NEET SS

GMKMC Salem is a Government Institute located in Salem, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2010. GMKMC Salem offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, MD, BDS, MS (Surgery) in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 281+ students

TMC Thanjavur

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
Government
MCI

NEET Exams
...+2 NEET PG , NEET SS

TMC Thanjavur is a Government Institute located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1959. TMC Thanjavur offers Regular courses such as MBBS, Diploma, PGD, Certificate, MD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 930+ students

SMC Silchar

5.0
(3 Reviews)
Silchar, Assam
Government
MCI

NEET Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , AHSEC

SMC Silchar is a Government Institute located in Silchar, Assam. It was established in the year 2008. SMC Silchar offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, MD, BDS, MS (Surgery) in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 259+ students

Indira Gandhi Medical College

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Government
AICTE

NEET Exams
...+3 NEET PG , UG , FMGE

Indira Gandhi Medical College is a Government Institute located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 1996. Indira Gandhi Medical College offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, MD, BDS, MS (Surgery) in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 595+ students

Mysore Medical College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Mysuru, Karnataka
Government
Other

NEET Exams
...+3 NEET PG , UG , NEET SS

Mysore Medical College is a Government Institute located in Mysuru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1924. Mysore Medical College offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, PGD, MD, BDS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 327+ students

Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology

3.3
(3 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Government
Other

13,000 - 22,000 Nursing
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+3 NEET PG , Karnataka 2nd PUC , NEET SS

Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology is a Government Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1983. Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology offers Regular courses such as BSc, PGD, MCh, DM, Post Baccalaureate Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 964+ students

NIOH Kolkata

Kolkata, West Bengal
Government
RCI
...+2 Govt. of India , Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment,

NIOH Kolkata is a Government Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2006. NIOH Kolkata offers Regular courses such as Diploma, MSc, PGD, Certificate, BPT in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 762+ students

BIMS Belgaum

Belgaum, Karnataka
Government
Government

NEET Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , Karnataka 2nd PUC

BIMS Belgaum is a Government Institute located in Belgaum, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2005. BIMS Belgaum offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, Diploma, MD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 439+ students

CMSDH Kolkata

Kolkata, West Bengal
Government
MCI

NEET Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , NEET PG , WBCHSE

CMSDH Kolkata is a Government Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2010. CMSDH Kolkata offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, MD, MS (Surgery), MS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 148+ students

CMC Cochin

Cochin, Kerala
Government
Other

NEET PG Exams

CMC Cochin is a Government Institute located in Cochin, Kerala. It was established in the year 2000. CMC Cochin offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, Diploma, MD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 52+ students

Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences

Hassan, Karnataka
Government
AICTE

NEET Exams
...+2 NEET PG , UG

Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences is a Government Institute located in Hassan, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2006. Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, MSc, Certificate, MD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 193+ students

KMC Palakkad

Palakkad, Kerala
Government

NEET PG Exams
...+1 KEAM

KMC Palakkad is a Government Institute located in Palakkad, Kerala. It was established in the year 2014. KMC Palakkad offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, B.Pharm, M.Pharm, MD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 90+ students

Top Govt Nursing Colleges in India 2026

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Showing 71 Govt Nursing Colleges in India

NEET Exams

1,100 Nursing

JENPAS UG Exams

8,800 Nursing

CBSE 10th Exams

GPAT Exams

95,000 Nursing

NEET Exams

NEET PG Exams

12,000 - 25,000 Nursing

GPAT Exams

NEET Exams

GPAT Exams

30,000 Nursing

UG Exams

15,000 - 1,20,000 Nursing

DU Exams

SHUATS specialties

36,000 Nursing

NEET PG Exams

DU Arts & Commerce Exams

1,50,000 Nursing

GPAT Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

NEET PG Exams

NEET PG Exams

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

NEET Exams

NEET Exams

NEET Exams

NEET Exams

13,000 - 22,000 Nursing

CBSE 12th Exams

NEET Exams

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