Bengaluru: The Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) has decided not to invite new applications for nursing colleges for the academic year 2026-27. However, the university will process the 130 pending applications for new colleges that were filed for 2025-26.
Pending Applications for 2025-26
Last year, the files for 130 nursing colleges were not processed. Among these, approximately 70 colleges are likely to be eligible. These applications will need to be reviewed by various bodies, including the academic council and senate, before a final decision is made. RGUHS Vice-Chancellor Bhagavan BC stated, "No new applications will be entertained."
Seat Matrix Updates
"The seat matrix for nursing seats has been sent. The new additions will be sent separately once approved. As there is still time for CET counselling, we should be able to send them in time," he added. Last year, 671 colleges offered 34,050 seats through the Karnataka Examinations Authority. In 2024, 652 colleges provided 24,642 seats.
Medical and Dental Colleges
Five new medical colleges, including three government and two private institutions, have applied for recognition this time. However, no new applications for dental colleges are being considered.
Allied Health Sciences Regulations
The university is also awaiting new regulations for the approval of colleges of allied health sciences. "We have been told there will be changes in the minimum standard of requirement for such colleges," the VC added.
