Here’s an overview of Nurses’ Salary in Karnataka based on recent data, with details for government and NHM (National Health Mission) jobs, private sector variations, and factors that affect pay.
💵 Key Salary Figures
| Role / Setting | Monthly Salary (Approx) | Notes |
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| NHM Government Staff Nurse (new recruits, SNCU / ICU) | ₹22,000 | After recent 55% hike. Applies to new hires under NHM in ICU / SNCU roles. |
| Earlier NHM Staff Nurse Pay | ₹14,186 – ₹18,774 | Before the hike for staff nurses under NHM. |
| Average Registered Nurse (all sectors) in Karnataka | ~ ₹28,000 / month | All nursing roles, varied experience. |
| Average Nurse (private / general) in Karnataka | ~ ₹27,000/ month | All nursing roles, varied experience. |
| Nurse in Bengaluru (Government / Private) | ~ ₹25,000- 50,000/ month | Tends to be higher in metro cities. |
| Govt of Karnataka Staff Nurse (Annual Range) | ₹3.4 lakhs – ₹8.4 lakhs/year | Varies by experience (0–12 years). |
Nursing Officer/ Male Nurse Salary in Private Companies
What Changed Recently NHM Nurses Salary
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Karnataka Govt approved a 55% salary hike for doctors and nurses under NHM. Staff nurses in ICU / SNCU now get ₹22,000/month.
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Earlier pay for these positions was ₹14,186–₹18,774/month.
🔍 Factors Affecting Nurse Salary in Karnataka
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Government vs Private Sector
Gov / NHM jobs tend to have fixed pay bands and benefits, while private hospitals may pay differently (sometimes more, sometimes less) depending on reputation, location, and resources. -
Specialization & Work Area
Nurses working in ICUs, Special Newborn Care Units (SNCUs), or critical care tend to get higher pay. These roles usually come with higher responsibility or shift demands. -
Experience
Freshers vs experienced nurses show wide range. More experience = higher increments or brackets. -
Location
Metro cities like Bengaluru generally offer higher pay compared to smaller towns / rural areas. -
New Recruitment Policies
Pay hikes and updated pay scales (especially under NHM) apply to new recruits. Existing staff may or may not automatically get the new rates unless they reapply or meet certain conditions.
✅ What This Means for Nurses or Those Considering Nursing in Karnataka
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If you join a govt / NHM job in ICU / SNCU now, you can expect roughly ₹22,000/month as a starting salary.
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In private sector or general wards, it's likely lower, possibly in the ₹25,000–₹55,000/month range for mid-level staff depending on hospital.
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Metro areas could pay a premium.
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