Key Academic Highlights
Academic Excellence
INC and KSNC recognized, affiliated to prestigious Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)
Academic Excellence
Clinical rotations in top multi-specialty tertiary hospitals in Bangalore
Academic Excellence
High-tech clinical skills simulation labs with advanced CPR and patient manikins
Academic Excellence
100% placement record in leading hospital networks (Manipal, Apollo, Fortis, Narayana Health)
Eligibility Criteria (Admissions 2026-27)
Pass in 10+2 / Pre-University (PUC) / Higher Secondary with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories). Minimum age 17 years as on 31st December of the admission year.
Value-Added Industry Certifications
Alongside the formal curriculum, students earn professional certifications integrated into the academic calendar:
Curriculum Structure & Semester Modules
Our syllabus integrates foundational coursework, intensive laboratory practicals, and capstone corporate projects:
Semester 1
| Subject Code | Course / Paper Name | Weekly Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR101 | General Human Anatomy & Physiology | 6 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR102 | Applied Sociology & Applied Psychology | 4 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR103 | Nursing Foundations I (Theory & Clinical Skills Lab) | 8 Hrs/Wk |
Semester 2
| Subject Code | Course / Paper Name | Weekly Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR201 | Applied Biochemistry & Applied Nutrition | 5 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR202 | Nursing Foundations II (Clinical Practicum) | 10 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR203 | Health / Nursing Informatics & Technology | 3 Hrs/Wk |
Semester 3
| Subject Code | Course / Paper Name | Weekly Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR301 | Applied Microbiology & Infection Control | 5 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR302 | Adult Health Nursing I (Medical-Surgical Nursing) | 8 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR303 | Hospital Bedside Clinical Postings I | 12 Hrs/Wk |
Semester 4
| Subject Code | Course / Paper Name | Weekly Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR401 | Adult Health Nursing II (Advanced Specialties & Critical Care) | 8 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR402 | Professional Values & Ethics including Bioethics | 3 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR403 | Hospital Bedside Clinical Postings II | 12 Hrs/Wk |
Semester 5
| Subject Code | Course / Paper Name | Weekly Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR501 | Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) | 6 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR502 | Mental Health Nursing (Psychiatry) | 6 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR503 | Pediatric & Psychiatric Hospital Clinical Postings | 14 Hrs/Wk |
Semester 6
| Subject Code | Course / Paper Name | Weekly Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR601 | Community Health Nursing I & Epidemiology | 6 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR602 | Educational Technology in Nursing Education | 4 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR603 | Rural & Urban Community Health Postings | 12 Hrs/Wk |
Semester 7
| Subject Code | Course / Paper Name | Weekly Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR701 | Midwifery & Obstetrics / Gynaecological Nursing I | 8 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR702 | Nursing Research & Applied Statistics | 4 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR703 | Labour Ward & Neonatal ICU Clinical Rotations | 14 Hrs/Wk |
Semester 8
| Subject Code | Course / Paper Name | Weekly Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR801 | Midwifery & Obstetrics / Gynaecological Nursing II | 6 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR802 | Nursing Leadership, Management & Quality Assurance | 4 Hrs/Wk |
| NUR803 | Comprehensive Mandatory Clinical Internship (Rotational) | 24 Hrs/Wk |
Career Opportunities & Placements
Graduates from this program are recruited by top tier corporations, consulting firms, technology enterprises, and healthcare providers:
Transit & Travel Guide for Trichy Students
Fast Connectivity to Kalyan Nagar Campus:
| ✈️ By Air: | Frequent direct flights connecting Chennai (MAA), Coimbatore (CJB), and Madurai (IXM) to BLR in under an hour. |
| 🚆 By Train: | Multiple daily Vande Bharat, Shatabdi, and express trains connecting Chennai Central and Coimbatore directly to Bangalore. |
| 🏡 Student Hostels: | Safe on-campus student residences with biometric security, Wi-Fi, and South Indian vegetarian & non-vegetarian dining. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is IACN recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC)?
Yes, Indian Academy College of Nursing is fully recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), New Delhi and the Karnataka State Nursing Council (KSNC), and is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS).
Which hospitals do nursing students go to for clinical training?
Students undergo clinical training at premier teaching and tertiary hospitals including P. D. Hinduja Sindhi Hospital, Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences, Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health, and KC General Hospital.