B.Sc. in Nursing (Post Basic) at Patna Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Science

If you are looking at B.Sc. in Nursing (Post Basic), Patna Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Science in Patna runs it as a 2-year, full-time postgraduate course. The intake is 60 seats a year.

At its core, the programme covers anatomy, physiology, nursing care and community health, with long clinical postings.

Patna Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Science is a private institute. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Patna Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Science — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most B.Sc. (Post Basic) programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations, the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means anatomy, physiology, nursing care and community health, with long clinical postings. Typical first jobs: staff nurse in hospitals and community health roles.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask Patna Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Science for the current semester-wise plan.

Patna Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Science has not published a fee for B.Sc. in Nursing (Post Basic) on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 2 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

To be considered for B.Sc. in Nursing (Post Basic), you usually need Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through state nursing entrance exams. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check Patna Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Science's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take state nursing entrance exams and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to Patna Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Science on its website (www.patnaparamedical.com) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• Are you genuinely interested in anatomy? You will spend 2 years on it.
• What will the full course cost, including hostel and living costs?
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does Patna Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Science compare with other colleges offering B.Sc. (Post Basic) in and around Patna?