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Kasturaba College of Nursing

Of Nursing & Medical Sciences

Undergraduate Degree Program

Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing (P.B. B.Sc.)

Approved by Indian Nursing Council (INC) & ONMC. Designed to upgrade diploma-holding nurses into highly competent graduate healthcare leaders and researchers.

Course Overview

Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing (P.B. B.Sc.) is an undergraduate program aimed at upgrading the skills, knowledge, and clinical competence of practicing nurses who have already completed their diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM).

The nursing profession requires deep communication with patients and comprehensive collaboration with medical teams. Therefore, this course is meticulously structured to elevate qualified nurses, making them capable of handling core supervisor, decision-making, and managerial positions in any clinical setting.

The curriculum comprehensively covers advanced nursing fields such as Maternal Health Nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Nursing Research & Statistics, and Health Informatics, blending deep theoretical insights with robust in-hand practice.

Course Objectives

  • To assess health status and provide advanced comprehensive bedside nursing care.
  • To synthesize principles of clinical and supervisory nursing practices.
  • To practice critical thinking and problem-solving in complex healthcare settings.
  • To promote research culture and conduct evidence-based nursing projects.
  • To execute instructional planning and teach in nursing education centers.

Quick Course Facts & Eligibility

Duration2 Years (Full-Time Undergraduate Degree)
ApprovalsApproved by INC (Indian Nursing Council) & ONMC
Educational CriteriaPassed 10+2 or equivalent exam from CHSE Odisha or a recognized national board (Arts/Science/Commerce).
Professional DiplomaMust have successfully passed the General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course.
Registration StatusMust be registered as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife (RNRM) with the Odisha Nurses & Midwives Council or any state nursing council.
Gender & DomicileOpen to candidates who are medically fit and hold a domicile/permanent residence certificate of Odisha.

Career Scope & Opportunities

Upon graduation, P.B. B.Sc. Nursing professionals become highly eligible to secure top-tier designations across extensive fields of clinical practice, education, and healthcare governance.

Top Fields: Public and Private Multi-specialty Hospitals, Community Clinics, Rehabilitation Units, Healthcare Universities, Nursing Colleges, Defense Medical Services, and Overseas Healthcare Institutions.

Admissions Open 2026

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Department Perks

  • Advanced Digital Classrooms
  • Intensive Research & Statistics Labs
  • In-house Parent Hospital Rotations
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