Miranda College & School of Nursing at a glance:
| Item | Verified information |
|---|---|
| Official institutions | Miranda School of Nursing and Miranda College of Nursing |
| Established | 2002, under Miranda Education Society |
| Address | CA 29, KHB Colony, 5th Phase, Yelahanka New Town, Bengaluru 560064, Karnataka, India |
| Programs | GNM; B.Sc. Nursing; Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing; M.Sc. Nursing |
| Academic route | GNM follows the Karnataka diploma-nursing route. B.Sc., Post Basic B.Sc., and M.Sc. are degree programs associated with RGUHS, subject to current-year approval. |
| Published intake evidence | GNM: 60 seats in the KSNC 2024–25 list; B.Sc.: 60 seats in the KSNC 2024–25 list; Post Basic B.Sc.: 30 seats in the KSNC 2025–26 list; M.Sc.: 22 total seats in the KSNC 2024–25 list. Confirm the current intake before applying. |
| Clinical institutions named by Miranda | Manipal Hospitals, formerly Columbia Asia, at Hebbal and Yeshwanthpur; Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health; Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology; Spandana Psychiatry Hospital; K.C. General Hospital; and Yelahanka Government Hospital |
| Hostel | Miranda publishes separate residential hostel arrangements for male and female students with teacher-wardens. Current charges, room type, food, and rules require confirmation. |
| International applicants | Miranda’s official international-student page states that the institution has enrolled students from Nepal and other countries. |
Why you may consider Miranda
- You can compare four nursing pathways at one institution, from GNM through postgraduate study.
- Recent RGUHS and KSNC records support the availability of key nursing programs, although approval must always be checked for your admission year.
- The institution publishes a defined list of clinical training institutions in Bengaluru.
- Miranda’s official international-student page specifically mentions students from Nepal.
- The Yelahanka location is in North Bengaluru. The road journey to Kempegowda International Airport is approximately 23 km, depending on the exact route and traffic.
- The college publishes HELINET access and other academic facilities, which should be confirmed during a campus visit or video tour.
Recognition, approval and professional registration
These four questions are different and should not be treated as one claim:
| Question | What you should verify |
|---|---|
| Is the institution listed? | Check the institution in the relevant Karnataka regulator or examining-body record. |
| Is your program approved for your intake year? | Confirm the exact program and academic year. A general college approval does not replace current program approval. |
| Will Nepal grant academic equivalence? | Confirm the applicable equivalence process and required documents before enrollment. Foreign degree equivalence in Nepal now sits with the University Grants Commission’s equivalence portal; our note explains the change, including UGC taking over equivalency certificates from TU. |
| Can you register and work as a nurse? | Professional registration is decided separately by the relevant nursing council in the country where you want to practice. |
For Nepali applicants, Indian Nursing Council guidance states that foreign nationals, including Nepalese citizens, who complete nursing education in India are not registered with an Indian State Nursing Registration Council for employment. You should therefore not assume that completing the course automatically permits nursing practice in India.
If you plan to return to Nepal, check Medical Education Commission eligibility, the Government of Nepal education NOC process, academic equivalence, and Nepal Nursing Council registration requirements before paying your deposit. The Nepal Nursing Council requires additional documentation from foreign-trained graduates, including equivalence and evidence of institutional recognition.
Important: Admission to an Indian nursing program, academic equivalence in Nepal, eligibility for a Nepal Nursing Council examination, and professional registration are separate decisions. None should be presented as automatic.
For the full order of steps, from the CEE and MEC eligibility letter to the NOC, see our guide to B.Sc. Nursing in India for Nepali students.
Courses, duration and entry requirements
| Program | Duration | Published entry requirement | Published intake | Admission note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GNM | 3 years, including a 6-month internship | 10+2 with English and at least 40% aggregate under the published criteria; accepted streams include Science and specified Arts or vocational combinations; age 17–35; medically fit | 60 seats in KSNC 2024–25 list | GNM is not an RGUHS degree. Confirm the current diploma-board process and foreign-applicant route. |
| B.Sc. Nursing | 4 years | 10+2/equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English; 45% in PCB under the published general criteria; minimum age 17; medically fit | 60 seats in KSNC 2024–25 list; RGUHS lists the program for 2025–26 | The current route for a Nepali foreign-national applicant requires written confirmation. Do not assume that direct management admission or exemption from KEA/CET applies. |
| Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing | 2 years | GNM from a recognized institution and valid nursing registration in the applicant’s home jurisdiction; other requirements are subject to RGUHS and college review | 30 seats in KSNC 2025–26 list | Confirm eligibility, foreign-category documents, and the applicable selection route before applying. |
| M.Sc. Nursing | 2 years | B.Sc. Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing accepted as equivalent by RGUHS; published marks and experience requirements differ between the college and RGUHS summaries | 22 total seats in KSNC 2024–25 list | Obtain written confirmation of the experience requirement and current specialization-wise seat distribution. |
Miranda publishes five M.Sc. subject areas: Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, and Psychiatric Nursing. Confirm which specializations are open for the current intake and the number of seats in each.
Fees and the full cost of study
A current, dated fee sheet for Nepali applicants was not available during this review. Miranda’s public webpages display fee figures, but they do not clearly identify the academic year and they conflict with the figures previously published on the Smart Academy page. For that reason, the revised public copy should not advertise a total fee until the college supplies a current document.
| Cost item to confirm | Questions to ask before payment |
|---|---|
| Tuition | What is the fee for your program, intake, and applicant category? Is it annual, semester-based, or a total-course amount? |
| Hostel and food | Are accommodation and meals included? What room type and meal plan are covered? |
| University and examination charges | Are RGUHS, board, examination, eligibility, and certificate charges included? |
| Other compulsory costs | Ask about uniforms, books, clinical equipment, laboratory charges, transport, deposits, and insurance. |
| Refund terms | Request the written refund policy, deduction rules, and expected processing time before paying. |
| Payment destination | Pay only against an official invoice and approved account details. Keep every receipt. |
For parents
Plan the full program cost before departure. Nursing courses require regular classes, laboratories, and clinical postings, so a student should not depend on part-time work to fund tuition or essential living costs.
To see how Miranda sits against other private colleges in the city on cost, read our comparison of BSc Nursing colleges in Bengaluru under INR 10 lakh.
Scholarships
No current official Miranda scholarship policy confirming award amounts, deadlines, renewal conditions, or eligibility for Nepali applicants was located during this review. Do not rely on claims of a percentage scholarship until the college provides the policy in writing.
If you want to inquire about specific financial aid, installment options, or regional counselor assistance, you can reach out to the administration directly at [email protected] or visit the Miranda College of Nursing official website.
Admission process for an applicant from Nepal
- Choose the program that matches your academic background and existing nursing qualification.
- Ask Miranda for written confirmation of your eligibility, applicant category, selection route, current intake, and seat availability.
- Obtain the current fee sheet, hostel charges, refund policy, and official payment instructions.
- Prepare your academic records, identity documents, migration and character certificates, photographs, and program-specific nursing documents.
- Complete Nepal-side requirements, including the education NOC and any applicable Medical Education Commission eligibility or professional-council steps.
- Submit the application and wait for an official offer or admission confirmation before paying.
- After payment, collect receipts, joining instructions, hostel confirmation, and the final document list for travel and enrollment.
Documents commonly requested
- SEE/SLC certificate and marksheet
- NEB 10+2 certificate and marksheet, or the relevant nursing qualification for advanced entry
- Transfer, migration, and character certificates as applicable
- Nepali citizenship certificate and passport or other travel identity document requested by the college or airline
- Recent passport-size photographs
- For Post Basic B.Sc.: GNM marksheets, diploma, and active nursing registration
- For M.Sc.: degree marksheets, degree certificate, active nursing registration, and experience evidence where required
- Eligibility/equivalence documentation requested by RGUHS, the college, or the relevant authority
- Admission offer and fee invoice required for Nepal’s education NOC process
The exact list varies by program and applicant category. We recommend completing a document check before submission rather than relying on one generic list. Our nursing abroad document checklist shows how each document is issued and attested.
Do Nepali citizens need an Indian student visa?
Nepali citizens traveling directly from Nepal to India generally do not require an Indian visa. Government of India guidance requires an accepted identity document, and airlines or institutions may impose additional document checks. Confirm the current travel-document requirements before departure.
Clinical training
Miranda’s official clinical-affiliates page states that it has an “exclusive association” with Manipal Hospitals, formerly Columbia Asia, at Hebbal and Yeshwanthpur for clinical training and placements. The college also names Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health, Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Spandana Psychiatry Hospital, K.C. General Hospital, and Yelahanka Government Hospital.
These are institution-published claims. Before enrollment, ask for the current clinical-rotation schedule and confirmation that the relationship applies to your program and year. Avoid interpreting “exclusive association” as guaranteed placement, priority access, or a promise of employment unless a current agreement explicitly supports those terms.
Campus, hostel and student life
Miranda publishes separate residential hostels for male and female students, managed by teacher-wardens. Its published hostel rules are restrictive and include controlled visitor and outing arrangements. Ask for the latest hostel handbook before deciding.
Confirm the room type, occupancy, food plan, fees, deposit, Wi-Fi availability, hot-water arrangements, distance from the academic building, curfew, visitor rules, emergency contact arrangements, and refund policy directly with the institution.
Location and travel from Nepal
The campus is at CA 29, KHB Colony, 5th Phase, Yelahanka New Town, Bengaluru 560064. The road journey from Yelahanka New Town 5th Phase to Kempegowda International Airport is approximately 23 km; travel time varies with traffic.
Nepali citizens normally travel to India without an Indian visa when entering directly from Nepal, but you should carry the identity and enrollment documents required by the Government of India, your airline, and the institution.
Career pathways and professional licensing
Depending on your qualification and later registration, nursing graduates may explore clinical practice, community health, education, administration, and postgraduate study. These are general career pathways, not verified placement outcomes from Miranda.
Graduation does not automatically make you eligible for employment in India or for an overseas licensing examination. Each regulator assesses education, registration, experience, language, and credential requirements separately. Confirm the rules of the country where you plan to practice.
Who may find Miranda suitable?
- You want to compare GNM, undergraduate, post-basic, and postgraduate nursing study within one institutional group.
- You are comfortable studying in North Bengaluru and with the institution’s hostel rules.
- You can finance the full course without depending on uncertain part-time earnings.
- You are prepared to complete Nepal-side eligibility, NOC, equivalence, and registration checks before enrollment.
- You will verify the current fee sheet, admission route, and program approval before paying.
How we support your application
We review your academic background and nursing registration, help you identify the appropriate program, organize the required documents, and ask the college for current admission, fee, hostel, and approval information. We can also help you prepare the documents required for Nepal’s education NOC and plan your travel and arrival.
We do not promise admission, scholarships, professional registration, licensing eligibility, placements, or employment. Final decisions remain with the institution and the relevant authorities.
Send us your NEB marksheet on WhatsApp and we will tell you which Miranda program you qualify for and what to prepare next.
Frequently asked questions
Can a student from Nepal apply to Miranda?
Miranda’s international-student page states that the college has enrolled students from Nepal. Your eligibility and admission route still depend on the program, academic record, applicant category, and current rules.
Is GNM affiliated with RGUHS?
No. GNM is a diploma route associated with Karnataka’s diploma-nursing system. Miranda’s B.Sc., Post Basic B.Sc., and M.Sc. Nursing programs are the RGUHS degree programs, subject to current-year approval.
Will I be able to register and work as a nurse in India after graduating?
Do not assume so. Indian Nursing Council guidance states that foreign nationals, including Nepalese citizens, who undertake nursing education in India are not registered with an Indian State Nursing Registration Council for employment.
Will the qualification automatically be recognized in Nepal?
No automatic recognition should be promised. You must separately meet the applicable equivalence, Medical Education Commission, Nepal Nursing Council, and registration requirements. Our B.Sc. Nursing in India guide sets out each step in order.
What are the current fees?
A dated 2026–27 fee sheet was not available during this review. Ask for the official program-wise fee, inclusions, exclusions, hostel cost, refund terms, and payment schedule before paying.
Does Miranda provide hostel accommodation?
The college publishes separate hostels for male and female students with teacher-wardens. Confirm current availability, charges, room type, food, and rules.
Does Miranda have clinical training arrangements?
Miranda names Manipal Hospitals at Hebbal and Yeshwanthpur and several specialist and government hospitals on its official clinical-affiliates page. Confirm the rotation arrangements for your program and intake.
Do I need an Indian student visa?
Nepali citizens entering India directly from Nepal generally do not require an Indian visa. Carry an accepted identity document and confirm airline, college, and current government requirements before travel.
Other partner colleges you may want to compare
- East Point College of Nursing, Bengaluru: GNM and B.Sc. Nursing, with a teaching hospital on the same campus in East Bengaluru.
- Koshys Group of Institutions, Bengaluru: GNM to M.Sc. Nursing plus allied health degrees, with a published 2026–27 fee structure for Nepali applicants.
Still deciding on a course or city? Start with our Study in India guide.
