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E.S. College of Nursing — widely known as ESCON — is a well-established nursing institution located on the Chennai–Trichy National Highway (NH-45) in Villupuram, Tamil Nadu. Established by E.S. Charities and set up in 2008, the college has grown into the only fully-fledged nursing college in Villupuram district that offers postgraduate nursing programmes — a distinction that reflects its depth of infrastructure and commitment to nursing education at every level.

A NAAC B++ accredited, INC-approved nursing institution in Tamil Nadu — affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai, with its own 300-bed hospital for hands-on clinical training from day one.
E.S. College of Nursing — widely known as ESCON — is a well-established nursing institution located on the Chennai–Trichy National Highway (NH-45) in Villupuram, Tamil Nadu. Established by E.S. Charities and set up in 2008, the college has grown into the only fully-fledged nursing college in Villupuram district that offers postgraduate nursing programmes — a distinction that reflects its depth of infrastructure and commitment to nursing education at every level.
ESCON is affiliated to the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council (TNMC), and approved by the Government of Tamil Nadu. The college is also accredited by NAAC with a B++ grade — which is an independent quality assurance certification that gives students confidence about the institution's academic standards and infrastructure.
What genuinely sets ESCON apart from many nursing colleges is its own 300-bed multi-specialty hospital right on the campus. This means students are not simply trained in labs — they get real, supervised patient-facing exposure from their very first year. The college is also affiliated with a 650-bed tertiary care hospital for extended clinical training, giving students broad exposure across specialties and patient types that is hard to match elsewhere.
The campus spans 9 acres of green land, with modern classrooms, well-equipped nursing labs, a library covering 3,500 sq. ft. with access to national and international nursing journals, a dedicated research department, hostel facilities, and a cafeteria. With 48 experienced faculty members guiding over 565 enrolled students, the teacher-student environment remains engaged and personal.
ESCON offers nursing education at the diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels — making it a place where a student can begin with ANM or GNM and continue all the way to M.Sc Nursing, all at the same trusted institution. The placement cell actively connects graduates with hospitals, healthcare organisations, and nursing opportunities both within India and internationally.
What makes ESCON stand out for students choosing nursing
Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate & Allied Health programmes
Strengths that matter when choosing a nursing college
A 300-bed multi-specialty hospital on campus means students practice real nursing skills in a live hospital setting — not just on mannequins.
Indian Nursing Council approval ensures your nursing registration is accepted across India. NAAC accreditation certifies institutional quality independently.
ESCON is the only nursing college in Villupuram district offering postgraduate programmes — a mark of its depth and long-term commitment to the field.
From ANM at diploma level all the way to M.Sc Nursing at postgraduate level — students can build their entire nursing career at one institution.
Dedicated nursing labs, a research department, and a 3,500 sq. ft. library with national and international journal access support both learning and research.
An active placement cell connects nursing graduates with hospitals and healthcare organisations across India and internationally.
Hostel and transportation facilities make it genuinely practical for students from distant states to settle in and focus on their studies.
ESCON's placement cell has ties with healthcare organisations internationally — opening doors for nurses who want to build careers abroad after graduation.
Nursing is one of the most mobile professions in the world — and for students from Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Mizoram, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim, that matters deeply. A degree from an INC-approved, NAAC-accredited institution affiliated to a recognised state university is accepted for nursing registration and employment across all states in India, and is also recognised for international pathways to countries like the UK, Canada, Australia, and the Gulf. Tamil Nadu is one of India's top destinations for nursing education, known for clinical exposure and strong hospital infrastructure. Villupuram is well-connected by rail and road to Chennai, making travel manageable. For students willing to invest in a career that will serve them for a lifetime — whether they stay in the North-East, work in metro hospitals, or pursue opportunities abroad — ESCON offers a genuinely solid foundation.