More than 20 lakh people apply for NEET UG every year. Out of these only more than 2 lakh candidates managed to secure seats for admission to medical courses like MBBS-BDS and BAMS. So 18 lakh candidates have faced disappointment. Meanwhile, an interesting figure has come to light, under which the number of applications for admission to BSc Nursing and Allied Health courses has increased by 11 times in 5 years. Since then, it is being learned that those who fail to secure a doctorate seat in NEET UG apply for admission to other courses to pursue a career in medicine.

Let’s know the whole matter in detail. Let’s find out what is the reason behind the increase in the number of applications for admission to AIIMS BSc Nursing Course. Let’s know that so many candidates have started applying for admission in AIIMS BSc Nursing Course.

How many types of BSc Nursing and Allied Health courses are there in AIIMS?

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) offers various allied health courses at the graduate level including BSc Nursing. These include allied health courses such as medical laboratory technology, ophthalmic science, radiotherapy and perfusion technology. BSc (Hons) Nursing Entrance Examination is conducted for admission to nursing courses.

1.82 lakh applications for BSc nursing courses, an 11-fold increase

This year, 1.82 lakh applications have been received for admission to the BSc nursing course run by AIIMS. If we compare the number of applications received from last year, the number of applications has increased by 11 times. Indian Express has given this information in a report prepared on the basis of information received from RTI. According to the report, only 16,485 candidates applied for AIIMS BSc Nursing course in 2021. This RTI was sought by Vipul Sharma.

1.26 lakh applications for allied healthcare courses, an 18-fold increase

There has also been a huge increase in the number of applications for admission to B.Sc Allied Health courses run by AIIMS. According to the report, 1.26 lakh candidates applied for admission to AIIMS allied health courses in 2026, while 6,878 candidates applied in 2021. Based on that, the number of applications has increased more than 18 times in these 5 years. This increase has been recorded every year. AIIMS offers nursing and allied healthcare programs in its network, while institutes like PGIMER Chandigarh also offer specialized allied healthcare courses.

Affordable Fees and Plan B

There are many reasons why the number of applications for admission to AIIMS Nursing and Allied Health courses increases every year, but two reasons can be considered as the main ones. It has affordable fees. In fact, AIIMS nursing and allied health course fees are very low. For example, Rs. 1500 to Rs. The course can be completed for a fee of up to 15000. Another main reason for this is the plan B of the candidates. Actually, candidates preparing for NEET UG keep admission in Nursing and Allied Health courses as their Plan B. For example, in case of not getting admission in MBBS, candidates opt for nursing and allied health courses from AIIMS.