Manipal College of Nursing is one of India’s most prestigious nursing institutions, part of MAHE (Manipal Academy of Higher Education). With decades of clinical excellence, the college offers unmatched hospital training at Kasturba Medical College Hospital — one of South India’s largest teaching hospitals with 2,000+ beds.

Affiliated with St John’s Medical College (NAAC A+), this nursing college provides direct clinical training in one of Bangalore’s best teaching hospitals. The program emphasises community health, research, and leadership in nursing. Graduates are consistently placed in top hospitals across India and abroad.

KMIO is a government-run specialist cancer hospital in Bangalore offering BSc Nursing with highly subsidised fees. The oncology-focused training gives graduates a niche specialisation in high-demand cancer care nursing. Admission through KCET / Karnataka government counselling process.

Part of the KLE University ecosystem (one of Karnataka’s largest health education groups), this nursing institute in Belagavi offers excellent clinical training at KLE Dr Prabhakar Kore Hospital. Strong focus on evidence-based nursing practice and community health programs. Top choice for North Karnataka students.

JSS College of Nursing (JSS University, Mysuru) is consistently ranked among Karnataka’s best nursing colleges. Excellent placement support with leading private hospitals across India. Research-oriented curriculum with international exchange programs. The 900+ bed JSS Hospital ensures comprehensive clinical exposure across all major specialities.

One of Coastal Karnataka’s most respected nursing colleges, established in 1980. Father Muller Medical College Hospital offers training across medicine, surgery, O&G, paediatrics, psychiatry, and orthopaedics. Strong alumni network in the Middle East, UK, and Australia makes international career pathways accessible for graduates.

Backed by Apollo Hospitals Group — India’s largest private hospital chain — this nursing college provides unmatched corporate hospital exposure with guaranteed clinical rotation access across Apollo’s 70+ hospital network nationwide. Placement connections directly into Apollo hospitals across India and Middle East are a major advantage.

SDM (Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara) institutions are known for discipline, values, and academic rigour. SDM College of Nursing in Dharwad offers structured clinical rotations at SDM Medical College Hospital. Excellent infrastructure, experienced faculty, and consistent RGUHS result performance make it a top mid-Karnataka choice.

Located in East Bangalore (Whitefield area), Vydehi Institute of Nursing Sciences provides training at the 750+ bed Vydehi Hospital. Strong focus on practical nursing skills with dedicated simulation labs. Proximity to Whitefield IT hub benefits graduates seeking nursing roles in corporate hospitals serving the tech workforce.

Backed by Narayana Health (NH) — one of India’s largest hospital chains with 3,000+ beds in Karnataka alone — this nursing college offers exceptional cardiac care, oncology, and multi-specialty training. Narayana Health’s commitment to affordable high-quality care gives graduates a mission-driven work ethic and strong placement pipeline.