NITTE Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences (famously known as NUINS Mangalore or NITTE Nursing Institute Mangalore), established in 1992, is one of the best nursing colleges in Karnataka. NUINS Mangalore is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and approved by Indian Nursing Council (INC). With remarkable clinical facilities offered at the 1000-bed super-specialty K S Hegde Hospital, the students have gained exposure and training, necessary for their profession.

NITTE Nursing Institute Mangalore offers admission to programmes such as BSc (Nursing), Post Basic BSc (Nursing), MSc (Nursing) and PhD (Nursing) at UG, PG and doctorate level. Additionally, the institute offers two diploma programmes, namely General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) and Post Basic Diploma in Dialysis Nursing. Several value added programmes are also catered to students alongside these programmes as part of institute’s academic curriculum.

UG Courses

• Final admission to BSc (Nursing) is based on the score obtained in an entrance exam conducted by NITTE University
• Admission to PB BSc (Nursing) is based on candidate’s academic portfolio, followed by a Personal Interview (PI)
• BSc (Nursing) admission commences in the first week of August every year

PG Courses

• MSc (Nursing) admission is based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam conducted by NITTE University, followed by a PI round
• Admission to MSc (Nursing) commences in the second week of August every year

PhD courses

• Admission to PhD programme is based on scores obtained in the university-based PhD Entrance Test (PET), followed by a PI
• UGC-NET/ CSIR-NET qualified candidates are exempted from the entrance test and called directly for PI round

Applications at NUINS Mangalore begin in the month of August every year. Here are the important dates around registration, application and entrance examination conducted by NITTE Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences for UG, PG and PhD programmes:

NITTE Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences offers BSc (Nursing) and Post Basic BSc (Nursing) at undergraduate level.

NITTE Nursing Institute Mangalore BSc (Nursing) was entrance-based. The course duration of BSc (Nursing) and PB BSc (Nursing) is four and two years, respectively. For BSc (Nursing), candidate should have completed 17 years of age as on December 31, of the year of admission.

Selection criteria: Final admission to BSc (Nursing) is based on the score obtained in an entrance exam conducted by NITTE University. PB BSc (Nursing) admission is based on candidate’s academic portfolio, followed by a Personal Interview (PI).

NITTE Nursing Institute Mangalore offers MSc (Nursing) at PG level. The course duration of the programme is two years. Candidates must have at least one-year work experience on the date of registration.

Selection criteria: MSc (Nursing) admission is based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam conducted by NITTE University, followed by a PI round.

Apart from UG and PG programmes permitted and recognised by University Grants Commission (UGC) at NITTE Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, the institute also invites applications for PhD programme as part of its academic curriculum in Nursing discipline.

Candidates fulfilling any of the two conditions will be exempted from PET exam and called for Personal Interview:

1. UGC-NET / CSIRNET / SLET / GATE qualified or equivalent
2. Candidates with an MPhil degree from a recognised university

Selection criteria: Candidate’s selection will be based on the marks obtained in PhD Entrance Test (PET), followed by a Personal Interview (PI).

NITTE Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences also offers two Diploma programmes comprising of General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) and Post Basic Diploma in Dialysis Nursing. The course duration of GNM and PBD in Dialysis Nursing is three and one year, respectively. Candidate should have completed 17 years of age as on December 31, of the year of admission to apply for GNM programme.

Selection criteria: Final admission to GNM and PBD (Dialysis Nursing) is first-cum-first-basis, followed by a PI round.

For NITTE Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences application process 2021, candidates must apply in online mode for admission to UG, PG and PhD programme. Below mentioned are the step-by-step process of application

1. Visit the official website (nuins.nitte.edu.in)
2. Download the application form from under the ‘Admission’ tab
3. Fill in the required details
4. Attach all the required documents
5. Submit the filled application form along with the admission fee at NUINS admission office

Note: Candidates can obtain the admission form from the admission office of NITTE University as well.

• Class 12 or equivalent mark sheet/pass certificate- Original + three attested photocopies
• Class 10 or equivalent mark sheet/pass certificate for proof of date of birth- Original + three attested photocopies
• Transfer certificate- Original + three attested photocopies
• Conduct certificate- Original
• Migration certificate (for Non-Karnataka students)
• Eligibility Certificate issued by the Registrar, NITTE University
• Physical Fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner
• Blood group certificate
• Photographs- Recent color photo with white background, 35 mm X 45 mm (Passport-size) and 20 mm X 25 mm (Stamp size)
• Aadhaar Card copy of the student

• Class 12 mark sheet/pass certificate- Original + three attested photocopies
• Class 12 mark sheet/pass certificate for proof of date of birth- Original + three attested photocopies
• BSc (N)/ PB BSc (N) mark sheets of all the years- Original + three attested photocopies
• GNM mark sheet and Diploma certificate (in case of PB BSc Nursing candidates)- Original + three attested photocopies
• Degree/Provisional degree certificate- Original + three attested photocopies
• Registration certificate Issued by the State Nursing Council- Original + three attested photocopies - Original + three attested photocopies
• Experience certificate- Original
• Transfer certificate- Original + three attested photocopies
• Conduct certificate- Original
• Eligibility certificate issued by the Registrar, NITTE University
• Migration certificate
• Physical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner
• Blood group certificate
• Photographs: Recent color photo with white background, of size 35 mm X 45 mm (Passport size) and 20 mm X 25 mm (Stamp size)
• Aadhaar Card copy of the student

Q. What is the seat intake of BSc (Nursing) and Post Basic BSc (Nursing) at NUINS Mangalore? 

A. The annual intake of the institute is 100 and 20 for BSc (Nursing) and Post Basic BSc (Nursing) at NUINS.

Q. What is the admission process of BSc (Nursing) at NUINS Mangalore?

A. Admission to BSc (Nursing) is based on the score obtained in an entrance exam conducted by NITTE University. Candidate should have passed Class 12 with PCB stream and must have obtained a minimum of 45% aggregate. 

Q. What all documents are required for the college allotment in BSc (Nursing) at NUINS Mangalore?

• Class 12 or equivalent mark sheet/pass certificate
• Class 10 or equivalent mark sheet/pass certificate for proof of date of birth
• Transfer certificate
• Conduct certificate
• Migration certificate (for Non-Karnataka students)
• Eligibility Certificate issued by the Registrar, NITTE University
• Physical Fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner
• Blood group certificate
• Photographs
• Aadhaar Card

Q. What is the selection process for PB BSc (Nursing) at NUINS?

A. PB BSc (Nursing) admission is based on candidate’s academic portfolio, followed by a Personal Interview (PI). A registered nurse (RN and RM) or equivalent can apply for the course.

Q. Is there any age limit for admission in BSc (Nursing) at NUINS Mangalore? 

A. Yes, candidates should have completed 17 years of age as on December 31 of the year of admission.

Q. How many seats are offered in MSc (Nursing) at NUINS Mangalore?

A. An annual intake of 10 seats is offered in MSc (Nursing) at NITTE Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences.

Q. What is the selection criteria for MSc (Nursing) at NUINS?

A. MSc (Nursing) admission is based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam conducted by NITTE University, followed by a PI round. A candidate pass in BSc (Nursing) or Post Basic BSc Nursing can apply for the course.

Q. What all diploma programmes are offered at NUINS?

A. NUINS offers two diploma programmes comprising of General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) and Post Basic Diploma in Dialysis Nursing.

Q. What is the seat intake of Diploma programmes offered at NUINS Mangalore?

A. The annual intake of GNM and PBD in Dialysis Nursing is 60 and six seats, respectively.

Q. What all documents are required for admission to MSc (Nursing)?

• Class 12 mark sheet/pass certificate
• Class 10 mark sheet/pass certificate for proof of date of birth
• BSc (N)/ PB BSc (N) mark sheets of all the years
• GNM mark sheet and Diploma certificate (in case of PB BSc Nursing candidates)
• Degree/Provisional degree certificate
• Registration certificate Issued by the State Nursing Council
• Experience certificate
• Transfer certificate
• Conduct certificate
• Eligibility certificate issued by the Registrar, NITTE University
• Migration certificate
• Physical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner
• Blood group certificate
• Photographs: Recent color photo with white background, of size 35 mm X 45 mm (Passport size) and 20 mm X 25 mm (Stamp size)
• Aadhaar Card