About SUM Nursing College
SUM Nursing College is the nursing faculty of Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan in Bhubaneswar, with B.Sc Nursing, M.Sc Nursing and PhD programmes.
SUM Nursing College is the Faculty of Nursing of Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, linked to the university’s SUM Hospital. It offers the four-year basic B.Sc Nursing course for Class 12 science students and a two-year post-basic B.Sc Nursing for registered nurses who already hold a diploma. The two-year M.Sc Nursing is offered in medical-surgical, community health, psychiatric, paediatric and obstetrics and gynaecology nursing. PhD research in nursing is also available. Graduates can work as staff nurses, nurse educators or community health nurses in hospitals and public health programmes.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test
SOA admits students through its own SOA Admission Test (SAAT), and its admission site also lists JEE Main and CUET routes. Applications are made online on the SOA admission portal. Check the programme page for the test and eligibility that apply to each course.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Studying in: Class 12; Stream: Science (PCB); Must have studied: English; At least 45% marks in Class 12; minimum age 17 on 31 December of the admission year
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
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Other colleges in Bhubaneswar
Odisha University of Technology and Research
C.V. Raman Global University
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School of Mechanical Sciences, IIT Bhubaneswar
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Frequently asked questions
How long is B.Sc Nursing at SUM Nursing College?
The basic B.Sc Nursing runs for four years and the post-basic course for two years.
Which M.Sc Nursing specialisations are offered?
Medical-surgical, community health, psychiatric, paediatric and OBG nursing.
Can I do a PhD in nursing here?
Yes, SOA lists doctoral programmes in nursing.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Siksha 'O' Anusandhan - Home · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Academic Programs being offered at SOA University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Contact SOA · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Programmes Offered - SOA Admission · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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