
| Name of Post: | ABVMU UP Common Nursing Entrance Test 2026 |
| Post Date / Update: | 10 April 2026 | 01:05 PM |
| Short Info: | The 2026 Common Nursing Entrance Test administered by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University in Uttar Pradesh. Prospective students can apply for undergraduate and postgraduate nursing programmes, including B.Sc, Post B.Sc, and M.Sc Nursing, between late March and May. The documentation outlines strict eligibility criteria, such as specific academic marks in science subjects and age requirements of at least seventeen years. Applicants must navigate a formal registration process involving tiered application fees and specific guidelines for uploading identification photographs. Notable medical institutions like KGMU and SGPGIMS are among the participating colleges accepting these exam results for admission. Finally, the source highlights a scheduled examination date in June, advising candidates to verify all technical requirements before submitting their final forms. |
Atal
Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh Common Nursing Entrance Test CNET 2026
UP CNET Exam 2026: Short Details of Notification
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Atal
Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU) UP Nursing Entrance 2026
Job/Admission
Overview
•Admission Name:
UP Common
Nursing Entrance Test (UPCNET) 2026.
•Conducting Body:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh.
•Course Levels:
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Nursing Degrees.
•Academic Session:
2026.
Important
Dates for UPCNET 2026
|
Event Description |
Scheduled Date |
|
Start
of Online Application |
28
March 2026 |
|
Closing
Date for Registration |
20 May 2026 |
|
Final
Date for Fee Payment |
20
May 2026 |
|
Application
Correction Window |
13 May to 20 May 2026 |
|
Date
of Entrance Examination |
06
June 2026 |
|
Admit
Card Release |
Before
Exam Date |
•Registration Opening:
Candidates can begin filling out forms from 28/03/2026.
•Application Deadline:
The link to apply will be disabled on 20/05/2026.
•Payment Deadline:
Fees must be cleared by 20/05/2026.
•Correction Period:
Applicants can fix errors in their forms between 13th and 20th May 2026.
•Exam Timing:
The university plans to hold the entrance test on 06/06/2026.
•Hall Ticket:
Admit cards will be uploaded to the official portal a few days before the test.
Application
Fee Details
|
Category |
Fee Amount (INR) |
|
General
/ OBC / EWS |
₹
3,000/- |
|
SC
/ ST / PH (Divyang) |
₹
2,000/- |
•Standard Categories:
Candidates from General, OBC, and EWS categories must pay ₹ 3,000.
•Reserved Categories:
Candidates from SC, ST, and PH categories need to pay ₹ 2,000.
•Payment Modes:
Fees can only be paid using digital methods.
•Accepted Cards:
Debit Cards and Credit Cards are allowed.
•Online Banking:
Net Banking is another valid option for payment.
Eligibility
Criteria & Course Details
|
Course Name |
Duration |
Qualification
Required |
|
B.Sc
Nursing |
4
Years |
10+2
(PCB) with 45% marks & English pass |
|
Post
Basic B.Sc Nursing |
2
Years |
10+2
with GNM Certificate and Registration |
|
M.Sc
Nursing / NPCC |
2
Years |
B.Sc/PB
B.Sc with 55% marks & 1 Year Experience |
•B.Sc Nursing Requirements:
o
Applicants must have finished 10+2
or Intermediate studies.
o
Subjects must include Physics,
Chemistry, and Biology (PCB).
o
A minimum aggregate score of 45% is
required in these subjects.
o
Candidates must have passed English
as an individual subject.
•Post Basic B.Sc Nursing Requirements:
o
Completion of the Intermediate
(10+2) exam is mandatory.
o
A valid GNM (General Nursing and
Midwifery) certificate is required.
o
Applicants must be registered with
the State Nurses Registration Council.
•M.Sc Nursing & NPCC Requirements:
o
A degree in B.Sc Nursing or Post
Basic B.Sc Nursing is needed.
o
A minimum of 55% marks must be
secured in the degree.
o
At least 1 year of work experience
in a clinical or teaching role is necessary after B.Sc.
o
Candidates must be registered as a
Nurse and Midwife with any Nursing Council.
Age
Limit (As of 31/12/2026)
|
Age Factor |
Requirement |
|
Minimum
Age |
17
Years |
|
Maximum
Age |
Refer
to University Rules |
•Starting Age:
Candidates must be at least 17 years old by the end of 2026.
•Age Calculation:
The age is calculated based on the cutoff date of 31/12/2026.
•Relaxation:
Extra age relaxation may be given according to ABVMU UP CNET rules.
Participating
Institutes
|
Type |
Name of
Institute/University |
|
Affiliated
Colleges |
All
Nursing Colleges under ABVMU |
|
State
Institutes |
SGPGIMS
(Lucknow), KGMU (Lucknow) |
|
Medical
Institutes |
RMLIMS
(Lucknow), UPUMS (Saifai) |
|
Medical
College |
LLRM
(Meerut) |
•Broad Coverage:
All nursing colleges that are affiliated with ABVMU participate.
•Prominent Centers:
Major Lucknow-based institutes like KGMU and SGPGIMS are included.
•Government Universities:
Government and private/deemed universities in UP accept these scores.
Mandatory
Document Instructions
•Caste Certificate Rule:
o
OBC and EWS certificates must be
issued on or after 01/04/2026.
•Photograph Guidelines:
o
The photo must show the full face
from a front-on view.
o
The background of the picture must
be plain white.
o
Spectacles/glasses should not be
worn in the photo.
o
The candidate's name and the date
the photo was taken must be printed on it.
•General Documents:
o
Keep a valid ID proof and address
details ready.
o
Scan all necessary files like signatures
and educational certificates.
Selection
Process and Syllabus
•Selection Mode:
Admission is granted based on the performance in the Common Nursing Entrance
Test (CNET).
•Exam Content:
The syllabus covers topics relevant to the specific nursing course level (B.Sc
or M.Sc).
•Detailed Info:
Specific subject breakdowns are available in the official information
brochures.
Important
Web Links
|
Action |
Link
Information |
|
Online Application |
|
|
B.Sc Nursing Brochure |
|
|
M.Sc/NPCC Brochure |
|
|
Sewayojan Tools |
|
|
Official Website |
•Apply Directly:
Use the university portal to submit the online form.
•Read Guidelines:
Download the specific brochure for your course before applying.
•Official Updates:
Check the ABVMU website frequently for new announcements.
Frequently
Asked Questions (Q&A)
Q. What is the final date to submit
the UPCNET 2026 application form?
The last day to complete your online
registration and pay the exam fee is 20 May 2026.
Q. Can I apply for B.Sc Nursing if I
have less than 45% in my 12th grade?
No, the eligibility rules state that
you must have at least 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology combined.
Q. Is there any specific requirement
for the photograph used in the form?
Yes, the photo must have a white
background, no spectacles, and must clearly show your name and the date it was
taken.
Q. When will the entrance exam be
conducted for the 2026 session?
The entrance examination is
scheduled to take place on 06 June 2026.
Q. Are OBC and EWS certificates from
previous years valid for this form?
No, OBC and EWS certificates must be
issued after 01 April 2026 to be accepted.