NCLEX-RN Preparation
Clinical judgment, patient safety & evidence-based practice for US/global registration.
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Empowering nurses for global success
Since 2012, Big Apple Academy has helped 2,300+ nurses clear the NCLEX-RN, DHA and other international licensing exams — through live online classes worldwide and campuses in India & Canada. Founded by US-trained Registered Nurse Sukhwinder Singh Khattra.
Trusted by 2,300+ nurses Concept-based teaching
Est. 2012
Ludhiana
Next-Gen
NCLEX-RN Ready
- 2300+ Nurses Trained
- 1200+ NCLEX Success Stories
- 14+ Years of Excellence
- Live Online Classes Worldwide
- Campuses in India & Canada
- Careers in USA · Canada · Gulf
- NCLEX-RN Qualified Faculty
2300+
Nurses Trained
1200+
NCLEX Success Stories
14+
Years of Excellence
10
NCLEX-RN Qualified Faculty
Educating · Empowering · Entrepreneurship
We focus on conceptual understanding and clinical reasoning — not rote learning. That’s what carries our students through the NCLEX and into real practice.
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Sukhwinder Singh Khattra
Founder & Director · US-Educated RN
About Big Apple Academy
14+ years of bridging nursing education and global careers
Established in 2012 on ATI Road, Ludhiana, Big Apple Academy was created to fill a real gap — authentic, exam-oriented NCLEX-RN coaching led by someone who had walked the path. Today we prepare nurses for licensing and careers across the world.
- US-educated, NCLEX-licensed founder
- 10 dedicated RN instructors
- Individual mentorship & counselling
- Updated, exam-aligned study material
A Global Nursing Academy
We teach nurses across the world
Big Apple Academy isn't limited by geography. Join our live online classes from anywhere, or learn on campus in India and Canada — and prepare for a nursing career in the USA, Canada, the Gulf and beyond.
Live Online Classes
Learn from anywhere — students join our live, interactive classes from across India, Canada, the Gulf and beyond.
Campuses in India & Canada
On-campus learning at our Ludhiana and Amritsar centres in India, and our Hamilton centre in Ontario, Canada.
Globally Recognised Exams
We prepare you for the NCLEX-RN, DHA and other internationally recognised nursing licences.
Careers Across the World
Our alumni go on to build rewarding nursing careers in the USA, Canada, the Gulf and beyond.
Careers across:United StatesCanadaUnited Arab EmiratesGulf Region
Courses Offered
Programmes designed to get you licensed
From the NCLEX-RN to Gulf and government nursing exams, every programme is structured around clinical reasoning, regular assessment and personal mentorship.
International Nursing Pathways
Guidance for globally recognised nursing registration & overseas careers.
Learn moreDHA Examination Preparation
Specialised coaching for the Dubai Health Authority licensing exam.
Learn morePunjab Government Nursing Exams
Targeted preparation for Punjab Government nursing recruitment.
Learn moreIndian Govt. Nursing Recruitment
Central & state nursing exams — subject mastery plus exam strategy.
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Sukhwinder Singh Khattra
Founder & Director
Education
BSN · USA
NCLEX
Licensed RN
About Our Director
Meet Sukhwinder Singh Khattra
Our founder studied and practised as a Registered Nurse in the USA before returning to India in 2008 to mentor the next generation of nurses. Big Apple Academy is built on that real, first-hand international experience.
- US-educated, NCLEX-licensed RN
- BSN — Thomas Edison State University
- Practised RN in a US healthcare facility
- Founded Big Apple Academy in 2012
Why Choose Us
What sets Big Apple Academy apart
A Decade-Plus of Excellence
More than ten years of focused nursing-exam education with a strong, consistent success record.
Founded by a US-Trained RN
Built on the real international experience of an NCLEX-licensed Registered Nurse who practised in the USA.
10 NCLEX-Qualified Faculty
A dedicated team of Registered Nurse instructors who simplify complex concepts and mentor every student.
Concepts Over Cramming
We build clinical reasoning and critical thinking — understanding that lasts beyond the exam hall.
Updated Study Material
Comprehensive, regularly refreshed resources aligned with current examination trends.
Individual Mentorship
Personalised guidance, counselling and a genuinely supportive learning environment.
Pride of Big Apple Academy
Real students. Real NCLEX-RN passes.
Every poster is a Big Apple Academy student who cleared their licensing exam — many on the first attempt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
Answers to the questions nursing aspirants ask us most. Still unsure? Reach out — we're happy to help.
What is the NCLEX-RN and why do I need it?
The NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses) is the licensing exam required to practise as a Registered Nurse in the USA, Canada and several other countries. Clearing it is the gateway to a globally recognised, well-paid nursing career.
Who can join Big Apple Academy?
Our programmes are designed for GNM, B.Sc and Post-B.Sc Nursing graduates and final-year students who want to qualify for the NCLEX-RN, DHA, or government nursing recruitment exams. If you are unsure about your eligibility, our counsellors will guide you free of cost.
Do you offer online classes or only classroom coaching?
Both. We run in-person batches at our centres and live online batches, so students across India and abroad can learn directly from our NCLEX-RN qualified faculty. Ask us about the current online batch schedule.
What batch and duration options are available?
We offer 6-month, 3-month and 45-day (crash) programmes, each available in morning and evening batches — so you can choose the pace and timing that fit your schedule.
Who will be teaching me?
Classes are taught by a team of 10 NCLEX-RN qualified Registered Nurse instructors. The academy was founded by Sukhwinder Singh Khattra, a US-educated, NCLEX-licensed RN with real international clinical experience.
What study material and practice do you provide?
Students receive comprehensive, regularly updated material aligned with the latest Next-Gen NCLEX (NGN) pattern, large practice question banks, and regular mock tests with detailed performance analysis.
Which other exams do you prepare students for?
Besides the NCLEX-RN, we coach for the DHA (Dubai Health Authority) examination, Punjab Government nursing recruitment, and various Indian Government and central nursing examinations.
Do you help with licensing, credentialing or placement?
Yes. We guide you through internationally recognised registration pathways, documentation and credentialing requirements, and provide career direction so your exam success translates into real opportunities.
How much do the courses cost?
Fees vary by programme and batch. Please contact us on WhatsApp or call us for the current fee structure, upcoming batch dates and any ongoing offers.
How do I enrol?
Send us an enquiry through the form on this website, WhatsApp us at +91 98151 41978, or call +91 76578-99948. Our team will help you choose the right programme and confirm your seat.
Get in Touch
Start your journey to a global nursing career
Tell us your goal and timeline — our mentors will guide you to the right programme and batch. We're here across three campuses.
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Ludhiana
India — Head Office
Amritsar
Punjab, India
Hamilton
Ontario, Canada