Expected Closing Merit of BS Nursing in Punjab

                                               

Expected Closing Merit of BS Nursing in Punjab (2024): A Detailed Analysis

BS Nursing programs in Punjab are highly competitive due to limited seats and the rising demand for nursing professionals. If you're planning to apply this year, understanding how the merit is calculated and anticipating the expected closing merit can help you prepare better. Here's a breakdown of the factors influencing the closing merit, followed by last year's statistics and this year’s expected trends.

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How is the BS Nursing Merit Calculated?

The merit for BS Nursing in Punjab is primarily calculated based on the marks obtained in the FSc Pre-Medical (or equivalent). Key factors to consider include:

1. FSc Marks Weightage:

   • Previously, the total FSc marks were 1100. However, starting this year, they have been revised to 1200 marks due to an additional paper system in Punjab.
   • This change means that last year's percentages need to be adjusted proportionally (approximately +1.5% to +2%) for a fair comparison.

2. Merit Formula:

   • The merit is calculated by dividing the obtained marks by the total marks and multiplying by 100 to get a percentage.

   Merit (%) = (Obtained Marks / Total Marks) × 100

3. Plus-Minus Factor:

   • Variations in merit depend on the competition in a particular district and the number of applicants. This year, a slight increase in merit (+0.5% to +1%) is expected due to higher competition and additional marks in FSc.

4. District Quotas:

   • Each college has a defined number of seats reserved for local candidates. This can lead to minor differences in closing merits across districts.

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Last Year’s Closing Merits (2023)

Below is the list of last year’s closing merit percentages for BS Nursing across Punjab colleges, along with this year's expected trends.

Sr. No.	College Name	Maximum FSc Marks	Minimum FSc Marks	Last Year’s Closing Merit (%)	Expected Closing Merit (2024)
1	College of Nursing Attock	960	931	84.63%	85.1%
2	College of Nursing Bahawalnagar	1049	942	85.64%	86.1%
3	College of Nursing Bhakkar	1076	940	85.45%	86.0%
4	College of Nursing Chakwal	1023	930	84.54%	85.0%
5	College of Nursing DHQ Faisalabad	971	939	85.36%	85.8%
6	College of Nursing DHQ Rawalpindi	973	933	84.81%	85.3%
7	College of Nursing Gujranwala	1087	933	84.81%	85.3%
8	College of Nursing Gujrat	1082	931	84.63%	85.1%
9	College of Nursing Hafizabad	1027	931	84.63%	85.1%
10	College of Nursing Hospital Gojra	1039	933	84.81%	85.3%
11	College of Nursing Jhang	1087	942	85.64%	86.1%
12	College of Nursing Jhelum	1050	932	84.72%	85.2%
13	College of Nursing Kasur	1059	935	84.99%	85.5%
14	College of Nursing Khanewal	1074	945	85.91%	86.4%
15	College of Nursing Khushab	1078	931	84.63%	85.1%
16	College of Nursing Layyah	1078	949	86.27%	86.8%
17	College of Nursing Lodhran	1033	947	86.09%	86.6%
18	College of Nursing Mianwali	1043	930	84.54%	85.0%
19	College of Nursing Mandi Bahauddin	954	930	84.54%	85.0%
20	College of Nursing Narowal	1061	938	85.27%	85.8%
21	College of Nursing Okara	1030	938	85.27%	85.8%
22	College of Nursing Pakpattan	1016	930	84.54%	85.0%
23	College of Nursing Rajanpur	1044	930	84.54%	85.0%
24	College of Nursing Sahiwal	1039	941	85.55%	86.0%
25	College of Nursing Sargodha	1008	931	84.63%	85.1%
26	College of Nursing Sheikhupura	995	933	84.81%	85.3%
27	College of Nursing Toba Tek Singh	1009	935	84.99%	85.5%
28	College of Nursing Vehari	1071	948	86.36%	86.8%
29	College of Nursing DHQ Hospital DG Khan	1041	948	86.36%	86.8%
30	College of Nursing Allied Hospital Faisalabad	1085	946	86.18%	86.7%
31	College of Nursing Children Hospital Lahore	1081	938	85.27%	85.8%
32	College of Nursing DHQ Muzaffargarh	1042	930	84.54%	85.0%
33	College of Nursing Nishtar Hospital Multan	1096	966	87.82%	88.3%
34	College of Nursing Services Hospital Lahore	1009	939	85.36%	85.8%
35	College of Nursing Sheikh Zayed RYK	1090	940	85.45%	86.0%
36	College of Nursing AIMC Jinnah Hospital Lahore	1084	946	86.18%	86.7%
37	College of Nursing Mayo Hospital Lahore	1084	967	87.91%	88.3%
38	College of Nursing Benazir Bhutto Hospital	1037	937	85.18%	85.6%
39	College of Nursing Sir Ganga Ram Hospital	1052	951	86.45%	86.9%
40	College of Nursing Allama Iqbal Memorial Sialkot	1032	930	84.54%	85.0%
41	College of Nursing Ameer-ud-Din Hospital Lahore	1065	945	85.91%	86.4%
42	College of Nursing Bahawal Victoria Bahawalpur	1084	932	84.72%	85.2%
43	College of Nursing Holy Family Rawalpindi	957	936	85.18%	85.6%

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Factors Influencing Expected Merit (2024)

1. Increase in FSc Total Marks:
   With FSc marks now totaling 1200, the competition is expected to slightly increase the merit threshold, especially in top-ranking colleges like Mayo Hospital Lahore and Nishtar Hospital Multan.

2. Higher Applicant Numbers:
   The growing interest in BS Nursing due to government incentives, including stipends, has led to more applications, particularly in urban centers.

3. District-Specific Competition:
   Colleges in metropolitan areas like Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi typically have higher closing merits due to a larger applicant pool compared to colleges in smaller districts.

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Expected Trends for 2024

• Top Colleges (Mayo Hospital, Nishtar Hospital): Closing merit may increase by +0.5% to +1%.
• Mid-Tier Colleges (District HQ Colleges): Slight merit increase by +0.3% to +0.5%.
• Smaller District Colleges: Likely to maintain similar merit levels, with minor variations.

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Conclusion

The expected closing merit for BS Nursing in Punjab in 2024 is projected to rise slightly due to the revised marking scheme and increased competition. Applicants are advised to calculate their merit carefully and target colleges based on last year’s trends.

For detailed guidance on applications or migration options, read:

• How to Migrate as a BS Nursing Student in Punjab
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• Further Study Options After BS Nursing in Pakistan

Prepare strategically and aim for the college that best matches your academic profile. Best of luck!   

                              

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