Shaping Compassionate Healthcare Professionals

Nursing is one of the most respected and in-demand professions worldwide. At Alagappa Nursing College in Karaikudi, we prepare students not just with clinical skills but with the empathy, critical thinking, and ethical foundation needed to provide exceptional patient care. Our B.Sc Nursing curriculum balances rigorous academics with extensive clinical rotations in government and private hospitals, community health centres, and specialty departments across Sivaganga district and Tamil Nadu.

As part of the Alagappa Group of Educational Institutions founded by Padma Bhushan Dr. R.M. Alagappa Chettiar, we carry forward a legacy of educational excellence spanning over 80 years. The Alagappa Group has produced over 30 lakh graduates from its network of schools, colleges, and universities across Chennai and Karaikudi. Our nursing graduates serve in government hospitals, private healthcare institutions, community health programmes, nursing education, and healthcare administration across India and abroad.

Under the leadership of Principal Dr. Elavarasi R, our college provides modern nursing simulation labs where students practice clinical procedures in a safe environment before working with real patients. Our anatomy lab, community health lab, and computer lab equip students with comprehensive knowledge across all nursing disciplines. The campus at Alagappapuram features comfortable hostel facilities, a well-stocked library with nursing journals and digital resources, and reliable transport services for clinical rotations at affiliated hospitals.

The B.Sc Nursing programme at Alagappa Nursing College is a 4-year degree recognised by the Indian Nursing Council. Students who complete 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks and are between 17 to 35 years of age are eligible to apply. Our curriculum covers Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Nutrition, Microbiology, Psychology, Pharmacology, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Community Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, and Nursing Research. Graduates are prepared for roles as staff nurses, nursing officers, clinical specialists, community health workers, and nursing educators.

Located in the historic Alagappapuram campus in Karaikudi, Sivaganga District, Tamil Nadu, our college offers a serene environment ideal for focused learning. The campus is well-connected by road and rail, and our hostel provides safe accommodation for students from across Tamil Nadu and other states. Whether you aspire to work in a leading hospital, serve rural communities, or pursue further studies in nursing, Alagappa Nursing College gives you the foundation to succeed.