Top Private Nursing Colleges in Karnataka 2026

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

There are total 258 Nursing colleges in Karnataka. Out of the total, 219 Nursing colleges are private and 13 Nursing are owned by the government.SVUCET, PESSAT, CBSE 12th, NEET, Karnataka 2nd PUC are accepted for admission in Nursing colleges in India. Top 10 Nursing colleges are Manipal University, PES University, Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Acharya Institutes, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Bangalore, Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences, Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences, Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences, Raichur Institute of Medical Sciences, Rr Institutions.

Nursing College Highlights in Karnataka

Total Number of colleges	258
Accepted Entrance Exams	SVUCET, PESSAT, CBSE 12th, NEET, Karnataka 2nd PUC
Average Fees	₹ 1.37 Lacs

No. of Nursing Colleges in nearby Karnataka

State	Number of Colleges	Average Fees
Andhra Pradesh	75	₹ 99096
Kerala	124	₹ 135497
Maharashtra	97	₹ 144300
Tamil Nadu	192	₹ 131892
Telangana	26	₹ 112666

Top Govt Nursing Colleges in Karnataka

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences	-	-
Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences	60	-
Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences	-	-
Raichur Institute of Medical Sciences	-	-
Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology	40	-
Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences	-	-
Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology	-	-
Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences	-	-
Mysore Medical College	-	-
Indira Gandhi College of Nursing	100	-

Top Private Nursing Colleges in Karnataka

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
Manipal University	132	₹ 164312
Acharya Institutes	-	₹ 96333
Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences	-	-
Rr Institutions	-	-
Srinivas University, Mangalore	200	₹ 124875
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre	285	-
Harsha Institutions	135	₹ 135625
Yenepoya University, Mangalore	185	-
Kle University	100	-
Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences	300	₹ 163333

Showing 204 Private Nursing Colleges in Karnataka

Kle University

4.5
(11 Reviews)
Belgaum, Karnataka
Private
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

1,03,000 - 1,24,000 Nursing
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NEET PG Exams
...+6 NEET , KCET , Karnataka 2nd PUC , CET , CBSE 12th , NEET MDS

Kle University is a Private University located in Belgaum, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2006. Kle University offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, B.Pharm, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1112+ students

Rr Institutions

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
PCI
...+5 NCTE , INC , DTE , AICTE , NAAC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

Rr Institutions is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2005. Rr Institutions offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 421+ students

KCN bangalore

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
Indian Nur

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

KCN bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2003. KCN bangalore offers Regular courses such as BSc, MSc, GNM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 188+ students

St. George College of Management Science & Nursing

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE
...+4 INC , Govt of Karnataka , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

St. George College of Management Science & Nursing is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2002. St. George College of Management Science & Nursing offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BCA, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 93+ students

R.V. College of Nursing

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
INC

1,00,000 - 1,01,000 Nursing
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CBSE 12th Exams

R.V. College of Nursing is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2003. R.V. College of Nursing offers Regular courses such as BSc, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 854+ students

Yenepoya University (YDC), Mangalore

4.1
(53 Reviews)
Mangalore, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+3 NABH , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

4,26,000 Nursing
Get Fee Details
#101-150 NIRF Ranking
ISC Exams
...+6 KMAT , JIPMER , NEET PG , CAT , NEET , XAT

Yenepoya University (YDC), Mangalore is a Private Institute located in Mangalore, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2008. Yenepoya University (YDC), Mangalore offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBBS, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 6293+ students

Nitte University

4.2
(5 Reviews)
Mangalore, Karnataka
Private
AICTE
...+5 DCI , Council of Architecture , MCI , MHRD , INC

66,550 - 2,00,050 Nursing
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GPAT Exams
...+6 NEET PG , CAT , NATA , NEET , CMAT , XAT

Nitte University is a Private Institute located in Mangalore, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1979. Nitte University offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1065+ students

IADC bangalore

4.5
(6 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+4 AICTE , Government of Karnataka , ISO , NAAC

55,000 - 61,700 Nursing
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IADC bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1994. IADC bangalore offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 231+ students

MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences

4.6
(75 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

85,000 - 2,40,000 Nursing
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KMAT Exams
...+6 GATE , Karnataka PGCET , IRMASAT , RUASAT , SAT , COMEDK UGET

Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences specialties

Rankings : Strong National Rankings - Rank #101-150 Nationally (NIRF University) - Rank #22 (NIRF Dental), #56 (NIRF Pharmacy)

Region : Strategic Bengaluru Location - Proximity to major IT and industrial hubs - Access to innovation and startup ecosystem

Fees : Varied Fee Structure - Rs 1.3 L - Rs 26 L (Per Year) - Categorized as High

ROI : Excellent Placement Returns - Highest package Rs 52 LPA (National) - Average package Rs 6.2 LPA (2024)

Flagship Courses : Highly Rated Programs - B.Tech (CSE, AI/ML), MBA - BDS and B.Pharm

Specializations : Diverse Applied Specializations - B.Tech in AI/ML, Robotics, Aerospace - Strong Health Sciences: Dental, Pharmacy

Placements : High-Value Industry Placements - Highest package ?52 LPA (AMD) - Strong presence in IT, Automotive sectors

Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - IT (Wipro, Mindtree, HCL, Amazon) - Automotive (Ashok Leyland, Bosch, Tata Motors)

Diversity : Global Learning Environment - International collaborations foster diverse perspectives - Exposure to global academic networks

Internships : Industry-Integrated Internships - Internships at L&T Technology Services, Jubilant Biosys - Public Health projects (RICPHI)

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Extensive Global Collaborations - Partnerships with Arizona State University, USC (USA) - Faculty and student exchange programs

Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Alumni in diverse professional fields - Strong connections across various industries

Shortlisted by 198280+ students

GC bangalore

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+2 AICTE , INC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

GC bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1996. GC bangalore offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, B.Pharm in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 360+ students

Sarvodaya College of Nursing

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
Indian Nur
...+2 UGC , Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC)

50,000 Nursing
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

Sarvodaya College of Nursing is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1998. Sarvodaya College of Nursing offers Regular courses such as BSc, MSc, GNM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 286+ students

PESCP bangalore

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

5,60,000 Nursing
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GATE Exams
...+5 Karnataka PGCET , NATA , KCET , PESSAT , JEE Main

PESCP bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1982. PESCP bangalore offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BSc, BA, BBA, B.Pharm in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 240+ students

M.S. Ramaiah College of Pharmacy

4.7
(9 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

NEET MDS Exams
...+3 Karnataka PGCET , KCET , RUASAT

M.S. Ramaiah College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1992. M.S. Ramaiah College of Pharmacy offers Regular courses such as BSc, B.Pharm, MSc, MA, M.Pharm in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 391+ students

SB Group of Institutions

4.0
(6 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE
...+2 Indian Nursing Council (INC) , INDIAN NURSING COUNCIL & THE KARNATAKA STATE NURSING COUNCIL

CAT Exams
...+6 NEET , XAT , CMAT , Karnataka 2nd PUC , MAT , CBSE 12th

SB Group of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2004. SB Group of Institutions offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 219+ students

Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheswara College of Ayurveda

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Hassan, Karnataka
Private
Ministry o

Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheswara College of Ayurveda is a Private Institute located in Hassan, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1992. Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheswara College of Ayurveda offers Regular courses such as Certificate, MD, MS (Surgery), BAMS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 212+ students

Kumuda Institute of Nursing

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Davangere, Karnataka
Private
Indian Nur
...+2 Govt of Karnataka , Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

Kumuda Institute of Nursing is a Private Institute located in Davangere, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2003. Kumuda Institute of Nursing offers Regular courses such as BSc, MSc, GNM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 29+ students

Aditya College of Nursing (ACN), Bangalore

4.8
(4 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
INC

Aditya College of Nursing (ACN), Bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1998. Aditya College of Nursing (ACN), Bangalore offers Regular courses such as BSc, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 112+ students

Sri Venkateshwara Institute of Nursing Sciences

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
Karnataka

SVUCET Exams
...+6 CBSE 10th , GPAT , GATE , JEECUP , CBSE 12th , UP 10th

Sri Venkateshwara Institute of Nursing Sciences is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2003. Sri Venkateshwara Institute of Nursing Sciences offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 116+ students

RajaRajeshwari College Of Nursing

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

CBSE 12th Exams

RajaRajeshwari College Of Nursing is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1970. RajaRajeshwari College Of Nursing offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, Diploma, MSc, MD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 243+ students

Bangalore City Group of Institutions

5.0
(5 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
NCTE
...+2 INC , Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

Bangalore City Group of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2003. Bangalore City Group of Institutions offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BSc, MSc, B.Ed, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 57+ students

Smt. Nagarathnamma College Of Nursing

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
INC
...+3 Govt of Karnataka , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

70,000 Nursing
Get Fee Details
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

Smt. Nagarathnamma College Of Nursing is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2003. Smt. Nagarathnamma College Of Nursing offers Regular courses such as BSc, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 26+ students

M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Nursing Education & Research

4.8
(4 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
Indian Nur
...+1 Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC)

2,40,000 Nursing
Get Fee Details
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Nursing Education & Research is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1987. M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Nursing Education & Research offers Regular courses such as BSc, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 84+ students

Acharya's NR School of Nursing

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
Indian Nur
...+1 NAAC

25,000 - 1,20,000 Nursing
Get Fee Details
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

Acharya's NR School of Nursing is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2003. Acharya's NR School of Nursing offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 155+ students

NDRK Hassan

Hassan, Karnataka
Private
INC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

COMEDK UGET Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , KCET , Karnataka 2nd PUC

NDRK Hassan is a Private Institute located in Hassan, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1995. NDRK Hassan offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BSc, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 78+ students

JSS College of Nursing

Mysuru, Karnataka
Private
Other
...+1 INC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

JSS College of Nursing is a Private Institute located in Mysuru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1997. JSS College of Nursing offers Regular courses such as BSc, MSc, Post Baccalaureate Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 256+ students

Dayananda Sagar College of Pharmacy

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
PCI

NEET MDS Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , Karnataka PGCET , Karnataka 2nd PUC

Dayananda Sagar College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1991. Dayananda Sagar College of Pharmacy offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, B.Pharm, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 174+ students

K Pandyarajah Ballal Institutes

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Mangalore, Karnataka
Private

CBSE 12th Exams

K Pandyarajah Ballal Institutes is a Private Institute located in Mangalore, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1994. K Pandyarajah Ballal Institutes offers Regular courses such as BSc, MSc, BPT, MPT in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

Hillside Academy Group of Institutions

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
INC
...+3 Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) , PCI , AICTE

KCET Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , Karnataka PGCET , Karnataka 2nd PUC

Hillside Academy Group of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1999. Hillside Academy Group of Institutions offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BCA, B.Com, B.Pharm in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 99+ students

IDA bangalore

4.0
(5 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
Other

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

IDA bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. . IDA bangalore offers Regular, Part Time courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 102+ students

FMMC Mangalore

3.8
(5 Reviews)
Mangalore, Karnataka
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

NEET PG Exams
...+1 NEET SS

FMMC Mangalore is a Private Institute located in Mangalore, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1994. FMMC Mangalore offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, MSc, PGD, MD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 534+ students

Top Private Nursing Colleges in Karnataka 2026

Nursing College Highlights in Karnataka

No. of Nursing Colleges in nearby Karnataka

Top Govt Nursing Colleges in Karnataka

Top Private Nursing Colleges in Karnataka

Showing 204 Private Nursing Colleges in Karnataka

1,03,000 - 1,24,000 Nursing

NEET PG Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

1,00,000 - 1,01,000 Nursing

CBSE 12th Exams

4,26,000 Nursing

#101-150 NIRF Ranking

ISC Exams

66,550 - 2,00,050 Nursing

GPAT Exams

55,000 - 61,700 Nursing

85,000 - 2,40,000 Nursing

KMAT Exams

Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences specialties

CBSE 12th Exams

50,000 Nursing

CBSE 12th Exams

5,60,000 Nursing

GATE Exams

NEET MDS Exams

CAT Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

SVUCET Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

70,000 Nursing

CBSE 12th Exams

2,40,000 Nursing

CBSE 12th Exams

25,000 - 1,20,000 Nursing

CBSE 12th Exams

COMEDK UGET Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

NEET MDS Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

KCET Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

NEET PG Exams

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