Dr. NTRUHS (ANDHRA PRADESH)

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Your Guide to B.Sc. Nursing Admission at Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences

ANDHRA PRADESH

Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (Dr. NTRUHS), Vijayawada, oversees the Andhra Pradesh Nursing Common Entrance Test (APNCET/APNCET 2025) which is the official entry gateway for the four year B.Sc. Nursing (4 YD) course in government and private institutions across Andhra Pradesh

1. Eligibility: Who Can Apply?

Applicants must have:

  • Completed 10 + 2 (Bi.P.C. stream) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and passed English individually.
  • Achieved minimum aggregate marks: 45% for OC and 40% for SC/ST/BC in PCB .
  • Reached 17 years of age by December 31, 2025, and are born on or before 31-12-2008; there is no upper age limit
  • Indian nationals or PIO/OCI card holders fulfilling local/non local status under Andhra Pradesh norms.
  • Both male and female candidates are eligible; male admissions are allowed as per the state government order

2. Exam Overview: APNCET 2025

  • Conducted by: Dr. NTRUHS on behalf of APSCHE
  • Mode: Computer-based test
  • Date: 6 July 2025 (10 AM–12 PM)
  • Duration: 120 minutes
  • Total Questions: 100 MCQs (no negative marking)
  • Subjects Covered:
  1. Nursing Aptitude (20 Qs)
  2. Physics (20)
  3. Chemistry (20)
  4. Biology (20)
  5. English (20)
  • Languages: English and Telugu only

Cutoff percentiles for eligibility:

  1. OC: 50th percentile
  2. SC/ST/BC & PwD: 40th percentile
  3. OC PwD: 45th percentile

3. Application Process: What You Need to Know

  • Application Window: 28 May to 20 June 2025 (upto 6:00 PM)
  • Registration and fee: OC ₹1,180; BC/SC/ST ₹944 (including GST). Fees non refundable
  • Documents required:
  1. o SSC for date of birth, 10 + 2 marksheet, migration/TC, caste/PH certificate (if applicable), identity proof, passport photo, signature and fingerprint scans. Candidates must carefully upload all documents; incomplete applications are rejected automatically .
Hall tickets become available online around 28 June 2025

4. Syllabus Highlights

Exam topics are based on the Intermediate (State Board / NCERT) Class 12 syllabus covering:
  • Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and Nursing Aptitude
  • Nursing Aptitude topics include: nursing profession in India, roles and ethics, hospital departments, first aid, public health, disease prevention, disaster management, hygiene, patient care basics

5. Seat Allotment & Allocation

  • Combined seats in government and private un aided colleges are allotted through web-based counseling by Dr. NTRUHS.
  • Seat matrix and quotas are released shortly before counseling begins; in 2024, the total intake was approximately 13,726 seats (8,576 in competent authority quota and 5,150 in management quota)
  • Selected candidates must complete document verification and accept seats online.

6. Course Structure & Fees

  • The B.Sc. Nursing program spans eight semesters over four years in full-time regular mode
  • First-year tuition at NTRUHS institutions is modest at approximately ₹5,500 (government quota) .
  • Institutions must meet infrastructure standards as per university and Indian Nursing Council regulations, including hospital affiliations and qualified faculty

7. Eligibility Percentile Cutoff Summary

Category                     Percentile
OC                                      50th
SC/ST/BC & PwD             40th
OC PwD                              45th

8. Preparation Tips for Candidates

  • Master Class XII fundamentals in PCB and English
  • Dedicate time to Nursing Aptitude—understand healthcare systems, patient care principles, terminology
  • Practice APNCET-style mock tests to build accuracy and speed
  • Review previous years’ question papers
  • Ensure timely submission of application and avoid last-minute technical errors
  • Maintain medical fitness and up-to-date personal documentation

9. Why B.Sc. Nursing via APNCET at Dr. NTRUHS Matters

  • Degrees are recognized by the Indian Nursing Council and affiliated to recognized institutions across Andhra Pradesh
  • Affordable tuition in government colleges
  • Admission follows transparent, percentile-based counseling
  • Graduates can apply for state and national recruitment bodies such as NHM, AIIMS NORCET, ESIC, RRB Staff Nurse and others

Conclusion

Securing admission into the B.Sc. Nursing program via Dr. NTRUHS through APNCET is an excellent stepping stone for a rewarding healthcare career. Clarity on eligibility, the exam pattern, syllabus, and a well-planned preparation strategy are essential. Consistent effort, thorough revision in all five subjects, and mock test practice will significantly improve chances of achieving the required cutoff and gaining admission into a reputed nursing college.