AMRU P.B.B.Sc Nursing: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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Content Curator | Updated on - Jul 21, 2026

Atal Medical and Research University (AMRU), Mandi, Himachal Pradesh offers P.B. B.Sc Nursing, a 2-year Post Basic nursing degree exclusively for female candidates holding a General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) diploma. Admission is through an AMRU-conducted entrance exam. Total course fee for two years is INR 37,000. The program follows Indian Nursing Council (INC) curriculum norms and is open to registered nurses enrolled with the HP State Nurses Registration Council.

📋 Admission Status: Counselling for 2026-27 admission is expected in August 2026 (Tentative).


AMRU P.B. B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026

ComponentAmount (INR)
Year 1 (tuition, admission, caution, and misc. charges)INR 19,000
Year 2INR 18,000
Hostel (per year, optional)INR 10,000 to INR 24,200
Total Fees (2 years)INR 37,000
  • Caution fee of INR 1,000 included in Year 1 is refundable at course completion.
  • Hostel charges vary by accommodation type and are payable separately each year.
  • Fee revision is subject to AMRU academic council approval for the next session.

AMRU P.B. B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026

EventDate
Application Registration OpenedMay 2026 (Tentative)
Application Registration ClosedLate May 2026 (Tentative)
Entrance Exam ConductedMid-June 2026 (Tentative)
Results DeclaredJuly 2026 (Tentative)
Counselling BeginsAugust 2026 (Tentative)
Class CommencementDecember 2026 (Tentative)
  • Application fee: INR 2,600 for General or OBC candidates and INR 1,500 for SC, ST, and EWS candidates.
  • Apply online at amruhp.ac.in within the notified window and download the admit card before the exam.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Female candidates only, as per INC norms for Post Basic nursing programs
  • Passed GNM from an INC-recognised institution with minimum 50% marks
  • Registered as Nurse and Midwife (RN/RM) with HP State Nurses Registration Council (HPNRC)
  • 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board with minimum 40% marks (35% for SC/ST/OBC)
  • In-service category candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of government nursing service

Admission Process

  • Apply online through the AMRU portal (amruhp.ac.in) within the published registration window
  • Pay application fee: INR 2,600 for General or OBC and INR 1,500 for SC, ST, and EWS
  • Download admit card from the AMRU portal and appear for the entrance exam at the notified centre
  • Merit list prepared based on entrance exam score and seats allotted via AMRU counselling
  • Report to the allotted nursing college with original documents and first-year fee to confirm admission

✓ Opt for this if

  • Qualified GNM nurse seeking degree upgrade at a very low course fee of INR 37,000
  • Registered with HPNRC and eligible for in-service or open category seats at AMRU
  • Prefer a state government university with stable fee structure and INC-approved curriculum
  • Working in or willing to relocate to Himachal Pradesh for the 2-year program

✗ Skip if

  • Not registered with HPNRC or working outside Himachal Pradesh government service
  • Male candidates, as the program is restricted to female nurses by INC mandate
  • GNM marks below 50% making the candidate ineligible for the AMRU entrance process
  • Prefer a metro-based PB BSc Nursing college with stronger urban hospital postings

AMRU P.B. B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026

ScholarshipAmountEligibility
HP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC)As per government normsSC/ST/OBC candidates domiciled in Himachal Pradesh
Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship (Central)As per government normsOBC candidates with family income below central threshold
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (NSP)As per government normsMerit-cum-means basis for undergraduate students
  • Apply for HP state scholarships through the HP e-scholarship portal after admission.
  • NSP scholarships require Aadhaar-linked bank account and valid income certificate.
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AMRU P.B. B.Sc Nursing FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for P.B. B.Sc Nursing at AMRU, Mandi?

Ans. The total fee for P.B. B.Sc Nursing at AMRU is INR 37,000 for the complete 2-year program. Year 1 costs INR 19,000, which includes tuition of INR 15,000, an admission fee of INR 500, a refundable caution fee of INR 1,000, and miscellaneous charges of INR 2,500. Year 2 costs INR 18,000. Hostel accommodation is available separately at INR 10,000 to INR 24,200 per year, charged independently of the course fee.

Ques. What is the eligibility for P.B. B.Sc Nursing at AMRU?

Ans. The program is open to female candidates only, as per INC norms. Candidates must have passed GNM from an INC-recognised institution with at least 50% marks and must be registered as a Nurse and Midwife (RN/RM) with the HP State Nurses Registration Council. A minimum of 40% in 10+2 is also required (35% for SC/ST/OBC). For the in-service category, a minimum of 5 years of government nursing service is additionally required by the application closing date.

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for AMRU P.B. B.Sc Nursing 2026?

Ans. Yes, admission is through an AMRU-conducted entrance exam. For 2026-27, the exam was tentatively scheduled in mid-June 2026 after registration in May 2026. Results are expected in July 2026 and counselling in August 2026. Class commencement is expected in December 2026. Candidates apply online at amruhp.ac.in and download the admit card from the portal before appearing at the designated exam centre.

Ques. What career options are available after P.B. B.Sc Nursing from AMRU?

Ans. P.B. B.Sc Nursing graduates from AMRU can work as Senior Staff Nurses or Nursing Officers in government hospitals and public health programmes. The degree qualifies candidates for promotion to supervisory nursing and administrative roles in healthcare institutions. Graduates may pursue M.Sc Nursing for specialisation in community health, medical-surgical nursing, or nursing education. The degree is also valid for central government nursing recruitment under NHM, AIIMS, and ESIC.

Ques. Are scholarships available for P.B. B.Sc Nursing students at AMRU?

Ans. Students enrolled in P.B. B.Sc Nursing at AMRU can apply for the HP Post-Matric Scholarship available for SC/ST and OBC students domiciled in the state through the HP e-scholarship portal. The Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship is centrally funded for OBC students below the income threshold. Merit-cum-means scholarships are accessible through the National Scholarship Portal. Given the total program fee of INR 37,000, even one year of scholarship support can cover a large share of the cost.

Ques. Is P.B. B.Sc Nursing at AMRU recognised by the Indian Nursing Council?

Ans. P.B. B.Sc Nursing at colleges affiliated to AMRU follows the INC-prescribed 2-year curriculum. AMRU is the state health sciences university of Himachal Pradesh established by the state government to regulate medical and nursing education. Graduates of INC-recognised PB BSc Nursing programs are eligible to work as senior nurses across government and private healthcare in India and to pursue M.Sc Nursing in INC-affiliated universities.

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