Bapuji School of Nursing Shimoga

Bapuji School of Nursing Shimoga, established in 1989, stands as one of the premier nursing education institutions in Karnataka. Located in Shimoga (Shivamogga), the college operates under the aegis of Bapuji Education Association and is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore. As a Private institution, Bapuji School of Nursing Shimoga has consistently maintained high standards in nursing education and healthcare training for over three decades. The institution is recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), New Delhi, and the Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC), ensuring that all programmes meet stringent quality standards. Bapuji School of Nursing Shimoga offers comprehensive nursing education across multiple levels, including Diploma programmes in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM), Undergraduate programmes in Basic B.Sc. Nursing, Postgraduate programmes in M.Sc. Nursing with various specializations, and Postgraduate Diploma programmes. The college is associated with Bapuji Hospital, a 750-bedded multi-specialty teaching hospital, providing students with extensive clinical exposure and hands-on training opportunities. This strategic partnership ensures that students receive practical experience across diverse medical and surgical specialties. Admission to various programmes at Bapuji School of Nursing Shimoga is conducted through entrance examinations including NEET for undergraduate programmes, Karnataka PGCET for postgraduate programmes, and institutional entrance tests for diploma programmes. The institution has built a strong reputation for producing competent nursing professionals who serve in leading healthcare organizations across India and internationally.