Government Medical College and Hospital

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Located in Davangere, Karnataka, Bapuji College of Nursing is a well-established institution that has been shaping healthcare professionals since 1983. Affiliated with the prestigious Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru, the college is fully recognized by both the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Karnataka State Nursing Council (KSNC), ensuring its curriculum and training meet national standards. For students in Karnataka, it's often considered a solid choice for pursuing a career in nursing. The college primarily offers undergraduate and postgraduate nursing programs. Its flagship course is the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Nursing, a four-year degree program. Besides this, it also provides a Post Basic B.Sc (P.B.B.Sc) in Nursing and a Master of Science (M.Sc) in Nursing with various specializations. Admissions for the B.Sc program are typically managed through the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) based on KCET performance, alongside a management quota. For the 2025-2026 academic session, the annual fee for the B.Sc Nursing program is expected to be approximately INR 1.15 lakhs. Regarding career outcomes, the college maintains a consistent placement record, leveraging its association with the Bapuji Hospital. For the graduating batch of 2026, projections indicate a strong placement rate of over 90%. The anticipated highest salary package is expected to be around INR 7.5 LPA, particularly for positions in specialized hospital departments or overseas opportunities. The average package for graduates is projected to be in the range of INR 3.5 to 4.5 LPA, with major recruiters including hospital chains like Apollo, Fortis, and Manipal Hospitals.

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