ABVMU UP CNET 2026 Notification is out. Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh released the official notification on 28 March 2026 for the Uttar Pradesh Common Nursing Entrance Test (UP CNET) 2026. Online registration for B.Sc. Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing, and M.Sc. Nursing / NPCC programmes started on the same day and will continue until 20 May 2026 (11:59 PM).
This state-level offline entrance exam serves as the single gateway for admission to nursing courses in government and private colleges affiliated with ABVMU, including prestigious institutions like KGMU Lucknow, SGPGIMS Lucknow, RMLIMS Lucknow, UPUMS Saifai, and LLRM Meerut. The exam is scheduled for 06 June 2026 (11:00 AM to 2:20 PM) in OMR-based mode. This guide provides complete details on eligibility, application process, fees, exam pattern, important dates, and direct links to help aspirants apply smoothly.
What is ABVMU UP CNET 2026?
UP CNET 2026, officially known as the Common Nursing Entrance Test, is conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh. It is a state-level entrance examination for admission to various nursing programmes in ABVMU-affiliated institutions for the academic session 2026-27.
The test is held in offline (OMR sheet) mode once a year. Qualifying candidates participate in centralized online counselling based on merit and category-wise qualifying percentiles.
UP CNET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Notification Release | 28 March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 28 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 13 May – 20 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 30 May 2026 (Tentative) |
| UP CNET 2026 Exam Date | 06 June 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 2nd Week of June 2026 |
Direct Apply Online: Click Here
Courses Offered through ABVMU UP CNET 2026
- B.Sc. Nursing — 4-year undergraduate programme
- Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing — 2-year programme for GNM qualified nurses
- M.Sc. Nursing / NPCC — 2-year postgraduate programme (including Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care)
Direct Link to Download B.Sc. Nursing Official Notification PDF: Click Here
Direct Link to Download Post B.Sc. Nursing Official Notification PDF: Click Here
Direct Link to Download Post M.Sc. Nursing Official Notification PDF: Click Here
ABVMU UP CNET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
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Age Limit (for all courses): Minimum 17 years as on 31 December 2026.
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B.Sc. Nursing: Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English with minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC).
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Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing: 10+2 + GNM certificate and registered as R.N. & R.M. with any State Nursing Council.
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M.Sc. Nursing / NPCC: B.Sc./Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with minimum 55% marks and 1 year work experience after registration.
UP CNET 2026 Application Fee
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UR / OBC: ₹3000
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SC / ST / PwD: ₹2000
The fee is non-refundable and payable online only.
How to Apply Online for ABVMU UP CNET 2026 – Step-by-Step Guide
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Visit the official website abvmuup.edu.in.
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Go to Admission → Nursing Courses → Select course → Click UP CNET 2026 Apply Online.
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Register with basic details to get Registration ID and password.
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Login and fill personal, communication & educational details. Choose up to 3 exam cities.
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Upload scanned photo, signature, and filled verification sheet.
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Pay the application fee online.
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Review, submit the form, and download the confirmation page.
ABVMU UP CNET 2026 Exam Pattern
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Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
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Duration: 140 minutes (2 hours 20 minutes)
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Total Questions: 120 MCQs
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Marking Scheme: +1 for each correct answer, No negative marking
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Medium: English & Hindi (B.Sc.), English only (Post Basic & M.Sc.)
