BHALCHANDRA's Vikat Institute Lucknow B.Sc (Nursing) : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes, BHALCHANDRA’s Vikat Institute, Lucknow, is recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) for the B.Sc Nursing programme. The Vikat Institute School of Nursing is affiliated with Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow, and admission is through the UP Common Nursing Entrance Test (UP CNET) centralised counselling process conducted by ABVMU.

Ans. Admission to B.Sc Nursing at BHALCHANDRA’s Vikat Institute, Lucknow, is through the UP Common Nursing Entrance Test (UP CNET) conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU). The 2026 UP CNET was held on June 6, 2026, with counselling rounds commencing from June 14, 2026. The academic session for 2026-27 commenced on 1 August 2026. Candidates should monitor abvmuup.edu.in for the next cycle’s schedule.

Ans. The total course fee for B.Sc Nursing at BHALCHANDRA’s Vikat Institute, Lucknow, is INR 4,98,000 for the complete 4-year programme. This includes an annual tuition fee of INR 72,000, annual other charges of INR 74,500 covering clinical, library, transport, and miscellaneous fees, and a one-time refundable security deposit of INR 50,000 payable at admission.

Ans. For UP CNET counselling, candidates need the UP CNET scorecard, Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates, Aadhaar card or valid identity proof, UP domicile certificate for state quota seats, category certificate if applicable, a medical fitness certificate from a government medical college or District CMO, and passport-size photographs. Original documents must be produced at the time of reporting after seat allotment.

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks in PCB for the general category. Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC) require a minimum of 40% in PCB. English must be passed as an individual subject. A medical fitness clearance from a government medical college or District CMO is also required at the time of admission.

Ans. After completing B.Sc Nursing and registering with the UP Nurses Registration Council, graduates from BHALCHANDRA’s Vikat Institute can work as staff nurses in government hospitals, private hospitals, and nursing homes across Uttar Pradesh. They can also appear for UP government nursing recruitment exams, pursue M.Sc Nursing for specialist and academic careers, or apply for overseas nursing positions through the INC verification and OET pathway.