The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh, has released the official Information Bulletin for the Common Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) 2026. UP CNET 2026 exam is mandatory for admission into B.Sc. Nursing (4 Years), M.Sc. Nursing (2 Years), Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care (NPCC) (2 Years), and Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing (2 Years) courses for the academic session 2026-27. Interested candidates can fill out the online application form on the official website, www.abvmuup.edu.in, starting March 28, 2026.
UP CNET 2026: Overview
The exam will be conducted offline (OMR-based) for 120 multiple-choice questions, with no negative marking. The exam duration is 2 hours and 20 minutes (11:00 AM to 1:20 PM).
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), UP |
| Exam Name | Common Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) 2026 |
| Courses Offered | B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Nursing, NPCC, Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Dates | March 28, 2026 to May 20, 2026 |
| Form Correction Window | May 13, 2026 to May 20, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | May 30, 2026 |
| Exam Date | June 06, 2026 (Saturday) |
| Result Declaration | 2nd week of June 2026 |
UP CNET 2026 Notification Out
Candidates seeking admission to government and private nursing colleges affiliated with ABVMU, including SGPGIMS Lucknow, KGMU Lucknow, RMLIMS Lucknow, UPUMS Saifai, and LLRM Meerut, must go through the CNET 2026 notification. The detailed information bulletin (available in the document above) contains crucial information regarding eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, and reservation policy.
UP CNET 2026 Information Bulletin (Download Links):
UP CNET 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must check the specific eligibility for their desired course before applying.
B.Sc. Nursing Eligibility
- Age: Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2026.
- Qualification: Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB).
- Minimum Marks: 45% for General (UR/OBC) and 40% for SC/ST in PCB. English is compulsory.
- Domicile: For Government colleges, candidate must be a UP domicile or have passed 10th & 12th from UP.
M.Sc. Nursing / NPCC Eligibility
- Qualification: Passed B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with 55% aggregate marks.
- Registration: Must be a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife (RN/RM) with a State Nursing Council.
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of work experience (Clinical/Teaching) after Basic B.Sc. Nursing or before/after Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing. (For NPCC, clinical experience in a critical care setting is preferred).
Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing Eligibility
- Qualification: Passed 10+2 (or 10+1 for pre-1986 batches).
- Registration: Must have a GNM certificate and be registered as RN/RM.
- Note: Male nurses trained before the integrated course must provide evidence of alternate training (e.g., OT Techniques, Psychiatric Nursing).
Reservation Policy
- SC/ST/OBC: As per UP State Government norms.
- PwD: 5% horizontal reservation for candidates with 40-50% locomotor disability of the lower extremity.
- Important: Valid OBC/EWS certificates issued on or after April 1, 2026, are acceptable.
Common Nursing Entrance Test Application Form 2026
The online application process is fully digital. No offline forms will be accepted via post. The application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Application Fee
- UR/OBC: Rs. 3000/-
- SC/ST/PwD: Rs. 2000/-
Steps to Apply Online
- Visit the official website: Go to www.abvmuup.edu.in and click on the CNET 2026 link.
- Register: Click the “Register” button for your respective course (B.Sc./M.Sc./P.B.B.Sc.) and provide basic details like name, parents’ name, DOB, category, and mobile/email.
- Verify OTP: Complete the registration by entering the OTPs sent to your registered email and mobile number. Note down the Registration ID and Password.
- Login & Fill Form: Login using your credentials. Fill out the application form in stages:
- Stage 1: Personal Information (auto-filled)
- Stage 2: Address Details
- Stage 3: Educational Qualifications & Test Centre Preferences (3 choices)
- Stage 4: Uploads (Live Photo, Passport Photo, Signature, and Verification Sheet)
- Stage 5: Form Preview & Declaration
- Pay Fee: Click on “Pay Fee” and complete the transaction via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Final Submit: After successful payment, the form will be submitted automatically. Do not forget to download the confirmation page.
UP CNET 2026 Exam Pattern
The exam will be held on June 06, 2026, with a reporting time of 9:00 AM (no entry after 10:15 AM).
| Feature | B.Sc. Nursing | M.Sc. / P.B.B.Sc. Nursing |
|---|---|---|
| Mode | Offline (OMR) | Offline (OMR) |
| Questions | 120 MCQs | 120 MCQs |
| Marks | 120 (1 mark per question) | 120 (1 mark per question) |
| Negative Marking | No | No |
| Medium | Bilingual (English & Hindi) | English |
UP CNET 2026: Selection Process & Tie-Breaking Rule
The selection is strictly based on the CNET 2026 merit list followed by online counseling.
Tie-Breaking Criteria (if marks are equal):
- B.Sc. Nursing: Biology > Chemistry > Physics > Nursing Aptitude > English > Older Age > 10th marks.
- M.Sc. / P.B.B.Sc. Nursing: Higher marks in Section A > Section B > Section C > Older Age.
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for UP CNET 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is May 20, 2026, by 11:59 PM.
Q2: Is there negative marking in the CNET 2026 exam?
Ans: No. There is no negative marking for incorrect or multiple responses.
Q3: Can a married candidate apply for B.Sc. Nursing?
Ans: Yes, the official bulletin clearly states that married candidates are also eligible for admission.
Q4: Are colorblind candidates eligible for Common Nursing Entrance Test admission?
Ans: Yes, colorblind candidates are eligible provided they wear color-corrective contact lenses or spectacles.
Q5: What is the age limit for B.Sc. Nursing?
Ans: The minimum age is 17 years as of December 31, 2026. There is no mention of an upper age limit in the bulletin for B.Sc. Nursing.
