About Santosh College of Nursing (SCN) 🩺
The Santosh College of Nursing (SCN) is a Private, Co-educational Nursing Institute established in 2003. It functions under the umbrella of Santosh Deemed to be University/Santosh Institute of Allied Health Sciences (SIAHS). Located in Ghaziabad (Delhi NCR), the college is recognized by the INC (Indian Nursing Council) and is affiliated with Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow, for many courses, and is attached to the parent 900-bedded Santosh Hospital for clinical training. The college is part of an overall NAAC Accredited university structure.
Key Information at a Glance 📊
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 3.9/5 |
| Establishment Year | 2003 |
| Key Approvals | INC (Indian Nursing Council) |
| Hospital Affiliation | Santosh Hospital (900+ Beds, NABH Accredited) |
| Affiliation (B.Sc. Nursing) | ABVMU, Lucknow (For UP CNET Entrance) |
| B.Sc. Nursing Total Fees (Approx.) | ₹5.83 Lakhs (4 Years) |
Courses and Fee Structure 💰
SCN offers a comprehensive range of Nursing and Allied Health Science courses from Diploma to Postgraduate levels. Fees are competitive for a private institution with in-house hospital facilities.
Top Course Offerings (UG & PG Nursing)
- B.Sc. Nursing: 4 Years, Full-Time (including 6 months mandatory internship). (Intake: 50-60 Seats).
- G.N.M. (General Nursing and Midwifery): 3 Years, Full-Time.
- M.Sc. Nursing: 2 Years, Full-Time. Specializations (e.g., Medical Surgical Nursing, OBG, Community Health Nursing).
- B.P.T. (Physiotherapy), BMLT, BMRIT: Offered by the Allied Health Sciences Institute (part of the same university group).
Fee Structure (Approximate Total Tuition for Entire Course)
| Program | Duration | Total Tuition Fees (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc. Nursing | 4 Years | ₹5.83 Lakhs |
| G.N.M. | 3 Years | ₹2.46 Lakhs |
| M.Sc. Nursing | 2 Years | ₹1.34 Lakhs - ₹2.22 Lakhs |
Note: The total fees for B.Sc. Nursing include a one-time payment of approximately ₹18,400. Hostel Fee is approximately ₹75,000 per annum (including mess charges).
Admissions and Placement Prospects 📈
Admission to B.Sc. Nursing is primarily through the state-level Common Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) conducted by ABVMU, Lucknow. M.Sc. Nursing admission is often based on the B.Sc. Nursing score and an interview/entrance test. Graduates benefit from the in-house hospital network for strong clinical placement opportunities.
| Metric | Details (Reported for Nursing) | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Method (UG) | UP CNET Exam Score + Counselling | State-regulated centralized admission |
| Placement Rate (Reported) | 70% of eligible students | High demand for nurses in India and abroad |
| Highest Package (Reported) | ₹10 LPA | Staff Nurse, Nursing Officer, Nurse Educator, Nursing Superintendent |
| Top Recruiters | Santosh Hospital (In-house), Yashoda, Max Healthcare, Apollo Hospitals | Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities |
The Real Campus Experience: Infrastructure and Facilities 🧑🎓
The college utilizes the infrastructure of Santosh Deemed to be University, spread over a large campus with access to a multi-specialty teaching hospital.
Infrastructure Highlights
The institute provides dedicated infrastructure for healthcare studies.
- Teaching Hospital: Access to the 900-bedded Santosh Hospital for mandatory clinical practice and training.
- Labs: State-of-the-art Nursing Skill Labs and Simulation Labs, as per INC norms.
- Library: Central Library with an extensive collection of medical and nursing textbooks, journals, and e-resources.
Hostel and Support
Residential and ancillary services.
- Hostels: Separate, fully furnished hostel facilities are available for both male and female students (equipped with biometric and CCTV security).
- Support: Regular workshops, seminars, and a dedicated Placement Cell are available.
Admissions Process & Eligibility 📝
The admission process is centrally managed by the state entrance body (ABVMU) for B.Sc. Nursing.
- B.Sc. Nursing Eligibility: Candidate must have passed 10+2 with Science (PCB) and English, with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks.
- Age Limit: Minimum age of 17 years on or before 31st December of the admission year, maximum age of 35 years.
- Selection Process: Admission is based on the score obtained in the UP Common Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) followed by state counselling.