About Josco College of Nursing
If you cannot stand twelve-hour standing shifts or struggle with the strict discipline of clinical wards, do not apply here. Josco College of Nursing is built entirely around the raw realities of healthcare, utilizing its immediate physical link with the parent Josco Multi-Speciality Hospital in Edathua. Students spend less time listening to dry lectures and more time monitoring real vitals, managing patient charts, and navigating active emergency rooms under direct clinical supervision.
Key Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Private Un-Aided |
| Campus | Rural (Edathua, Alappuzha) |
| Approvals | Indian Nursing Council (INC), Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNMC) |
| Mode of Study | Full-time |
Courses & Specializations
| Degree | Specializations | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc. Nursing | General Nursing Care | Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English individually at the 10+2 level. |
| Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing | Advanced Nursing Practice | Pass in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with registration under the State Nurses Council. |
| M.Sc. Nursing | Medical-Surgical, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology | B.Sc. Nursing degree with 55% minimum marks and at least one full year of registered work experience. |
Getting In
Securing a seat here depends on meeting the strict academic cut-offs mandated by the Kerala University of Health Sciences. Admission is straightforward, focused strictly on past academic performance rather than private entry tests.
- Apply directly to the college administration with your official 10+2 science score sheets.
- Selection for management seats is decided via a transparent merit list sorted strictly by your Physics, Chemistry, and Biology percentages.
- Government quota seats are handled via the centralized allotment process under the state nursing directives.
Facilities Overview
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Hostels | On-campus housing for female students with strictly monitored study hours, traditional Kerala style dining, and round-the-clock security. |
| Student Clubs & Societies | The Student Nurses Association (SNA) unit organizes community health drives, immunization awareness campaigns, and inter-collegiate sports meets. |
| Library | Stocked with essential medical textbooks, international nursing research manuals, and quiet study carrels for university exam preparation. |
| Auditorium / Seminar Hall | Used for clinical case presentations, regular guest lectures from visiting doctors, and the traditional lamp-lighting ceremony. |
| Computer Center / Wi-Fi Campus | Equipped with desktop systems for online medical research, hospital information system training, and completing mandatory thesis work. |
For prospective students: This is a rigorous, high-pressure nursing program with strict attendance policies for both classes and clinical postings. Make sure you are physically prepared for heavy ward shifts before submitting your medical fitness certificate.
