Holdsworth Memorial College of Nursing, Mysore

Holdsworth Memorial College of Nursing, Mysore, established in 1906, stands as one of the oldest and most prestigious nursing institutions in India. Located in the heritage city of Mysore, Karnataka, this Private institution has been a pioneer in nursing education for over a century. Affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore, and recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC), and the University Grants Commission (UGC), the college has consistently maintained its reputation for academic excellence and professional training. The institution offers comprehensive nursing programmes across Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD levels, including B.Sc. Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Nursing in various specialisations, and doctoral programmes in nursing research. Holdsworth Memorial College of Nursing, Mysore, is renowned for its holistic approach to nursing education, combining theoretical knowledge with extensive clinical practice at its affiliated Holdsworth Memorial Hospital. The college has been ranked consistently among the top nursing colleges in Karnataka and maintains strong placement records with leading healthcare institutions across India and abroad. Admission to various programmes is conducted through KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) for undergraduate courses and entrance examinations conducted by RGUHS for postgraduate programmes, ensuring merit-based selection of candidates committed to the noble profession of nursing.