Saveetha College of Nursing [SCON], Chennai was established in the year 1992 as a Private Educational Institution. SCON Chennai is approved by INC and TNNMC, accredited by NAAC-A, and is affiliated with Saveetha University, Chennai. Saveetha College of Nursing offers admission in the field of Paramedical at UG/ PG/ Doctorate level with scholarship benefits to deserving students. Prof. Dr. R. Vijayalakshmi is the Principal.
Saveetha College of Nursing came into existence in 1992 with an aim to concentrate on nursing education and research. This college is affiliated with Saveetha University, Chennai, and accredited by NAAC. Saveetha College of Nursing is approved by Indian Nursing Council (INC), and The Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council. The college offers a B.Sc Nursing, a Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, and an M.Sc Nursing program at the UG and PG levels. The M.Sc Nursing program at Saveetha Nursing College is offered under different departments namely Medical Surgical Nursing, Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, and Community Health Nursing.
Vision: The college’s vision is to provide quality nursing education with focus on technology and scientific research to its students so that they can meet the expectations of the society.
Mission: The mission of Saveetha College of Nursing is to promote the highest values and ethics in the field of healthcare, and serve the people with care, and affection.
To be eligible for the UG and PG programs offered by Saveetha College of Nursing, candidates have to meet the eligibility requirements as tabulated below:
Programs | Eligibility |
B.Sc Nursing | - Students must have completed the 12th examination with English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognised board.
- The minimum qualifying score should not be less than 60%.
- Candidates are required to be medically fit.
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Post Basic B.Sc Nursing | - Students should have passed the General Nursing and Midwifery course after completing the 10+2 exam with Science subjects.
- An aspirant must be a registered nurse and midwife or equivalent with any State Nursing Registration Council.
- Candidates should be medically fit.
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M.Sc Nursing | - Graduates must hold a degree in B.Sc Nursing / B.Sc Hons. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc Nursing with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks.
- Students should be registered Nurses and midwives of equivalent status with any State Nursing Registration Council.
- Aspirants must have one year of work experience after Basic B.Sc Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc Nursing.
- Candidates should be medically fit
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Saveetha College of Nursing also provides admission to foreign candidates. Such students are required to fulfil the eligibility requirements as follows:
- The minimum age should not be more than 17 years
- Students must have passed the 10+2 examination with Science (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) and English Core / Elective or equivalent
- Should have obtained the passing degree from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
- Students should secure 60% on Science courses from a recognised International Board
- They are required to have a student visa
- Candidates are expected to be medically fit
Admission Process
To apply for the UG or PG programs offered by Saveetha Nursing College, candidates must follow the steps mentioned below for successful registration:
- Visit the official website of Saveetha College of Nursing
- Click on ‘Apply’ as presented in the dashboard
- You will be redirected to the admission page
- Fill in the application form using personal details like name , date of birth, contact no., email, etc.
- Select the course you’re interested in
- Enter education details including class 10 & 12 marks, board name, and UG / GNM aggregate marks
- Click on ‘Submit’
- Pay the application fee to complete the registration process
After screening of merit, candidates will be summoned by the college for physical reporting to finalise the admission. Students are required to present the following original copies of documents during admission:
- Class 11 marksheet & class 12 half-yearly marksheet
- Proof of date of birth
- Community Certificate
- Aadhar Card
- Copy of Pan Card of the parents
- Nationality certificate and passport and visa (for foreign students)
- Equivalence certificate from AIU for NRI candidates
- Paid Receipt of application fees
- Certificate of Course Completion, Registered Nurse Certificate / Registered Midwives Certificate (For Post Basic B.Sc Nursing students)
Candidates seeking admission to the M.Sc Nursing program at Saveetha College of Nursing are required to submit the documents in a PDF format to the respective email id. Here are the list of documents that must be attached:
- Degree Certificate or Provisional Pass Certificate of the qualifying examination
- Mark Certificate & Attempt Certificate from First Year to Final Year of B.Sc Nursing / P.B.B.Sc Nursing
- Tamil nadu State Nursing Council Registration Certificate
- Certificate of Course Completion
- Experience Certificate
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Transfer Certificate & Conduct Certificate from the institution last studied
- Community Certificate & Migration Certificate
- Certificate of vaccination from Hepatitis B
- 7 stamp size and passport size photographs
- Copy of Aadhar Card of students
- Copy of Pan Card of parents
- Income certificate of parents
Saveetha College of Nursing offers scholarships to its students based on their merit and needs. This helps students to cover their college expenses and pursue higher degrees without any worry. Candidates who are willing to pursue M.Sc program at Saveetha College of Nursing can receive a scholarship given in the form of tuition fee waiver only to the graduates of SIMATS.
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