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For direct admission to the B.Sc. (Hons.) in Nursing course at AIIMS Rishikesh, the eligibility criteria are as follows:

• Only female candidates are eligible.


• Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with 50% for Gen/OBC (NCL)/EWS (45% in case of SC/ST categories) in aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and any one of Biology/Mathematics/Computer Science/Statistics/Electronics/Psychology.


• Candidates who are to appear in the 12th class examination under the 10+2 system or an equivalent examination in March/April and whose results are likely to be declared before June 30 are also eligible to apply.


• Candidates who are due to appear at the qualifying examination, or have already appeared and are awaiting results, can also apply for admission, but they must furnish proof of passing the qualifying examination with the requisite percentage of marks.


• The cut-off in qualifying marks for admission is required in the entrance test for all B.Sc. courses, which shall be 50% for UR/EWS, 45% for OBC, and 40% for SC and ST.

The AIIMS Rishikesh offers admission to the B.Sc. (Hons.) in Nursing course on the basis of an entrance examination. The entrance examination is a common exam for all AIIMS, and it consists of one paper of 2 hours duration with objective type (Multiple Choice) questions. The distribution of marks is as follows: Physics (30 marks), Chemistry (30 marks), Biology (30 marks), and General Knowledge (10 marks). The candidate must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with 55% for Gen/OBC (NCL)/EWS, 50% in case of SC/ST categories in aggregate in English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The admission is based on the performance of candidates at the Entrance Examination, and the seats will be filled strictly on merit.

To apply for B.Sc. (Hons.) in Nursing at AIIMS Rishikesh, follow these steps:

1. Basic Registration: Start by completing the basic registration on the AIIMS website, which typically begins in April and closes in May. Ensure you have all required documents and information ready.




2. Final Registration: After basic registration, if your application is accepted, proceed to final registration, which involves payment of fees and choosing your exam city.




3. Entrance Examination: Prepare for the entrance examination, which is usually held in June. The exam pattern includes objective type (Multiple Choice) questions covering Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and General Knowledge.




4. Result Declaration: After the exam, wait for the declaration of results. If selected, you will be called for online seat allocation.




5. Online Seat Allocation: Participate in the online seat allocation process, where you will be allotted a seat based on your merit and choice of institute.




6. Document Verification and Admission: Once a seat is allocated, report to the institute for document verification and complete the admission formalities.

Remember to regularly check the AIIMS website for updates on the application process, exam dates, and results. Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria, including age, qualification, and other requirements as specified in the prospectus.

The documents required for B.Sc. (Hons.) in Nursing admission at AIIMS Rishikesh are:
1. Certificate of 10+2 or equivalent examination
2. Mark sheets of 10+2 or equivalent examination
3. Certificate of Registration as a Nurse and Midwife from the Indian Nursing Council/State Nursing Council (for male nurses)
4. Certificate of Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (for male nurses)
5. Certificate of training in any subject out of the following for a period of 6 months: a) Operation Theatre Techniques b) Ophthalmic Nursing c) Leprosy Nursing d) TB Nursing e) Psychiatric Nursing f) Neurological and Neuro Surgical Nursing g) Community Health Nursing h) Cancer Nursing i) Orthopaedic Nursing
6. Proof of age
7. Proof of category (if applicable)
8. Certificate of physical disability (if applicable)

The steps of application for admission to B.Sc. (Hons.) in Nursing at AIIMS Rishikesh are as follows:

1. 
   Basic Registration (PAAR): Start Date - 08.04.2025, Closing Date - 07.05.2025 (5.00 PM)


2. 
   Status update (Accepted & Not Accepted) of Basic Registration: 09.05.2025


3. 
   Correction of deficiencies in Basic Registration that are not Accepted: 09.05.2025 - 12.05.2025


4. 
   Final status (Accepted & Rejected) of Basic Registration for B.Sc. (H) Nursing: 14.05.2025


5. 
   Generation of Code for Final Registration for B.Sc. (H) Nursing: Start date - 17.04.2025, Closing date - 15.05.2025 (05:00 PM)


6. 
   Final Registration (Payment of fees and city choice) only for those whose Basic Registration is accepted: Start date - 17.04.2025, Closing date - 15.05.2025 (05:00 PM)


7. 
   Final Status of B.Sc. (H) Nursing application & Rejected application with reason for rejection: 20.05.2025


8. 
   Last date for submission of required documents for B.Sc. (H) Nursing for Regularization of Rejected Application: 22.05.2025 (05:00 PM)


9. 
   Hosting/uploading of Admit Cards of B.Sc. (H) Nursing on AIIMS website: 26.05.2025 (Tentative)


10. 
    Entrance Examination for B.Sc. (H) Nursing: 01st June, 2025 (Sunday)


11. 
    Expected Date of Declaration of Examination Results: 06th June 2025 (Friday)


12. 
    Online Seat Allocation: Dates will be declared later.

For reserved category students, the admission criteria for B.Sc. (Hons.) in Nursing at AIIMS Rishikesh includes a reservation of seats as follows:
- Other Backward Class (OBC): 27%
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 15%
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 7.5%
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 10%

The candidates are selected based on their performance in the entrance examination, and the cut-off in qualifying marks for admission is required in the entrance test for all BSc courses, which is 50% for UR/EWS, 45% for OBC, and 40% for SC and ST.

The admission process involves an online registration, basic registration, generation of code for final registration, and final registration, followed by an entrance examination. The selection of candidates is made on a 2-stage performance evaluation, including a written test and personal assessment.

The candidates must possess a valid document certifying their physical disability, and the disability certificate should be certified by a duly constituted and authorized Medical Board of the State or Central Govt. Hospitals/Institutions.

The duration of the Paramedical Course shall be 3 years + 1 year internship at AIIMS Rishikesh, with a compulsory 6 months internship from the parent institute (AIIMS, Rishikesh) and the rest of the 6 months may be from any other recognized university/institute.

The stipend will be permissible only for Bachelor of Optometry and B.Sc. Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology courses.

The candidates must note that the hostel accommodation will be provided subject to availability, and residence in the hostel of the Institute is compulsory for female candidates admitted to the B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing course.

The candidates can find more information about the admission process, eligibility criteria, and other details on the AIIMS website.

Admission to B.Sc. (Hons.) in Nursing at AIIMS Rishikesh is through an All India Entrance Test conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi. The eligibility criteria include:
- Only female candidates are eligible.
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with 50% marks for Gen/OBC (NCL)/EWS and 45% for SC/ST categories in aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- The entrance examination consists of one paper of 2 hours duration with objective type (Multiple Choice) questions, covering Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and General Knowledge.
- The cut-off in qualifying marks for admission is 50% for UR/EWS, 45% for OBC, and 40% for SC and ST.
- Residence in the hostel of the Institute is compulsory for female candidates admitted to B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing course.