Kalinga Institute of Nursing Sciences Bhubaneswar B.Sc (Nursing) : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Admission to B.Sc Nursing at Kalinga Institute of Nursing Sciences (KINS) is through KIITEE (KIIT Entrance Examination), conducted by KIIT University, Bhubaneswar. KIITEE is offered in multiple phases across the year, giving applicants flexibility in scheduling their exam. Results are declared on kiitee.kiit.ac.in and merit-based counselling follows within weeks of each phase’s result.

Ans. The annual tuition fee for B.Sc Nursing at KINS is INR 1,20,000, with total tuition over four years amounting to INR 4,80,000. A one-time fee of INR 10,000 is also applicable, bringing the total tuition and one-time charges to INR 4,90,000. Hostel accommodation over the full programme costs INR 2,71,000 separately and is optional.

Ans. Yes, Kalinga Institute of Nursing Sciences (KINS) is the nursing school of KIIT University, a Deemed to be University located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The B.Sc Nursing programme is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the degree is awarded by KIIT University. KINS students benefit from KIIT’s campus infrastructure, hospital network, and faculty resources during their clinical training.

Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates from KINS are eligible for staff nurse positions in hospitals, nursing homes, and community health centres in India and abroad. They can register with the Odisha Nursing Registration Council and apply for government nursing posts. Graduates may also pursue M.Sc Nursing in specializations offered at KINS itself, including Child Health, Community Health, Medical Surgical, and Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing.

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board, with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks in PCB subjects. The minimum age at the time of admission is 17 years, as per Indian Nursing Council norms. A valid KIITEE score in the nursing stream is required for merit-based seat allotment at KINS, Bhubaneswar.

Ans. Yes, KIITEE is conducted in multiple phases throughout the year, which allows candidates to apply and appear for the exam in any one phase that suits their schedule. Phase 1 was held on 16 to 20 April 2026 and Phase 2 on 14 to 18 June 2026. Phase 4 registration is currently open and candidates should check kiitee.kiit.ac.in for the latest phase dates.