Post Date: April 26, 2026 12:30 pm

UP CNET 2026 registration is now live for candidates targeting admission into B.Sc Nursing, Post B.Sc Nursing, and M.Sc Nursing programs across Uttar Pradesh. The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University, Lucknow conducts the Common Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) as the official gateway exam for these courses. The application window opened on 28 March 2026 and remains open until 20 May 2026, with the entrance examination scheduled for 06 June 2026. Eligible aspirants who have completed 10+2 with PCB (or equivalent nursing qualifications for higher courses) should review the eligibility, fee, age limit, and exam pattern details below before submitting their application. For more nursing and medical entrance updates, visit our Admission Notifications section. Candidates are strongly advised to read the official notification thoroughly to avoid form rejection.

UP CNET 2026 Online Form (Nursing Admission)

UP CNET 2026 Examination : Short Details of Notification

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UP CNET 2026 Important Dates

  • Notification Release Date : March 2026
  • Online Apply Start Date : 28 March 2026
  • Online Apply Last Date : 20 May 2026
  • Last Date For Fee Payment : 20 May 2026
  • Form Correction Window : 13 – 20 May 2026
  • Entrance Exam Date : 06 June 2026
  • Admit Card Available : Before Exam Date
  • Result Declaration : Will Be Updated Here Soon
  • Counselling Schedule : To Be Notified

For all upcoming admit card releases, bookmark our Admit Card page.

UP CNET 2026 Application Fee

  • For General / OBC / EWS Candidates : ₹ 3,000/-
  • For SC / ST Candidates : ₹ 2,000/-
  • For PwD Candidates : As Per Notification
  • Fee Payment Mode (Online Only): The application fee must be paid online through:
    • Debit Card
    • Credit Card
    • Net Banking
    • UPI / IMPS
    • Mobile Wallet

UP CNET 2026 Age Limit (As On 31 December 2026)

  • Minimum Age : 17 Years
  • Maximum Age : No Upper Age Limit
  • Age relaxation for reserved categories will be applicable as per state government rules.
  • For complete age criteria, refer to the official notification.

UP CNET 2026 Total Seats

Course-wise Seats As Per Official Notification. Detailed seat matrix will be released with the counselling schedule.

UP CNET 2026 Course Details & Eligibility Criteria
Course Name Duration Eligibility
B.Sc Nursing 4 Years Passed 10+2 (Intermediate) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) and English as separate subjects from a recognized board with at least 45% aggregate marks.
Post B.Sc Nursing 2 Years Passed 10+2 from a recognized board, completed GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery), and registered with the State Nurses Registration Council.
M.Sc Nursing / NPCC 2 Years Must be a Registered Nurse & Midwife, completed B.Sc Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc Nursing with 55% marks, and have 1 year of clinical or teaching experience. Refer to the official notification for specialty-wise eligibility.
How To Fill UP CNET 2026 Online Form
  • All eligible candidates can apply online for UP CNET 2026 on or before the last date 20 May 2026.
  • Visit the official application portal or use the Apply Online link from the Important Links section below.
  • Complete the new candidate registration with a valid email ID and active mobile number.
  • Fill in personal, academic, and category details exactly as per your 10th & 12th certificates.
  • Upload scanned photograph, signature, and supporting documents in the prescribed format and size.
  • Pay the application fee online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
  • Verify all entered information carefully before final submission — corrections after submission are limited.
  • Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference and admit card download.
  • Important Note : छात्रों से यह अनुरोध किया जाता है कि इस भर्ती की सभी जानकारी पिछले वर्ष की भर्ती के अनुसार दी गयी है, अतः छात्र अपना फॉर्म भरने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यान से जरूर पढ़ें, उसके बाद ही अपना फॉर्म भरें। (Last Date, Age Limit, & Education Qualification)
UP CNET 2026 Admission Process & Selection
  • Stage 1 : Entrance Examination (Computer / Pen-Paper based as per official notice)
  • Stage 2 : Merit List Preparation based on entrance exam score
  • Stage 3 : Online Counselling & Choice Filling for nursing colleges across Uttar Pradesh
  • Stage 4 : Document Verification at the allotted institute
  • Stage 5 : Final Seat Allotment & Admission Confirmation on fee payment

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UP CNET 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
  • Question: What is UP CNET 2026 and who conducts it?
  • Answer: It is the Common Nursing Entrance Test conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University, Lucknow for admission into B.Sc Nursing, Post B.Sc Nursing, and M.Sc Nursing programs across Uttar Pradesh.
  • Question: When is the last date to submit the UP CNET 2026 Online Form?
  • Answer: The last date to apply online is 20 May 2026. The application correction window is open from 13 – 20 May 2026.
  • Question: When will the UP CNET 2026 exam be held?
  • Answer: The entrance examination is scheduled for 06 June 2026. The admit card will be released a few days before the test date.
  • Question: What is the eligibility criteria for UP CNET 2026 B.Sc Nursing?
  • Answer: Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as separate subjects from a recognized board, securing at least 45% aggregate marks.
  • Question: What is the application fee for different categories?
  • Answer: The application fee is ₹3,000/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹2,000/- for SC/ST candidates. Payment is accepted only through online mode.
  • Question: What is the age limit to apply?
  • Answer: The minimum age limit is 17 years as on 31 December 2026. There is no specified upper age limit; however, age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per state government rules.
  • Question: What is the selection process for nursing admission?
  • Answer: Selection is based on a five-stage process — entrance examination, merit list, online counselling with choice filling, document verification, and final seat allotment after fee payment.
  • Question: What is the official website?
  • Answer: The official website is www.abvmuup.edu.in. Candidates should visit only the official portal for genuine notifications, application links, and updates.