Jayakar School of Nursing

Jayakar School of Nursing, established in 1940, is one of the oldest and most prestigious nursing institutions in India, located in Bangalore, Karnataka. This institution operates as a Public institution affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore. The school is recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC), and the Government of Karnataka. Jayakar School of Nursing is attached to Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital, providing students with extensive clinical exposure and hands-on training in a real hospital environment. The institution offers comprehensive nursing education across Diploma, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate levels, including Basic B.Sc. Nursing, Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Nursing in various specialisations, and Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery. Admission to various programmes is conducted through Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) counselling for state quota seats and direct institutional admission for management quota seats. The school has consistently maintained high academic standards and placement records, producing skilled nursing professionals who serve in leading healthcare institutions across India and internationally. With over eight decades of excellence in nursing education, Jayakar School of Nursing combines traditional values with modern healthcare practices, making it a preferred choice for aspiring nursing professionals in Karnataka and neighbouring states.