ABVMU UP Common Nursing Entrance Test UP CNET Result 2026

The ABVMU UP Common Nursing Entrance Test (UP CNET) 2026 is conducted by Akhilesh Das Gupta University of Technology, Uttar Pradesh (formerly UPTU) for admission to various Nursing programs including B.Sc Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, and M.Sc Nursing courses in government and private institutions across Uttar Pradesh. This entrance examination serves as the gateway for candidates aspiring to pursue nursing education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in UP-affiliated nursing colleges. The test evaluates candidates on subjects including Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and General Knowledge for undergraduate programs, while postgraduate admissions also assess nursing-specific knowledge. Successful candidates are allotted seats through centralized counselling based on their rank, category, and choice of institution. The UP CNET is a crucial examination for nursing aspirants in Uttar Pradesh, offering opportunities in one of the most respected healthcare professions.

Important Dates (Indicative - Typical Timeline)

Seat Distribution (Typical / Indicative)

Note: Actual seat distribution varies by participating institutions. Below are typical aggregate seats across UP nursing colleges:

Seats include B.Sc Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, and M.Sc Nursing programs across all participating institutions

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

For B.Sc Nursing:

• Passed 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English
• Minimum 45% marks in PCB for General/OBC candidates (40% for SC/ST)
• Must be registered with State Nursing Registration Council

For Post Basic B.Sc Nursing:

• GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) Diploma with registration
• Minimum 55% marks in GNM (50% for reserved categories)
• At least one year work experience as registered nurse

For M.Sc Nursing:

• B.Sc Nursing degree from recognized university
• Registered as Nurse and Midwife with State/Indian Nursing Council
• Minimum 55% marks in B.Sc Nursing (50% for reserved categories)

Age Limit

Age calculated as on December 31, 2025

Nationality

• Candidate must be an Indian citizen
• Domicile of Uttar Pradesh preferred for state quota seats
• All India candidates eligible for management quota seats

How to Apply

1. Visit Official Portal: Go to the official AKTU/ABVMU UP CNET website (upcnet.org.in or aktu.ac.in)

1. New Registration: Click on 'New Registration' and create account with valid email ID and mobile number

1. Fill Application Form: Login with credentials and complete the online application form with personal, academic, and contact details

1. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of photograph (50KB, JPG), signature (30KB, JPG), 10th certificate, 12th/GNM/B.Sc marksheet, category certificate if applicable

1. Pay Application Fee: Pay the prescribed fee online through credit card, debit card, net banking or UPI

1. Submit Application: Review all details carefully and click 'Final Submit'

1. Download Confirmation: Take printout of application confirmation page with application number for future reference

Application Fees

Fee is non-refundable and includes examination and processing charges

Selection Process

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): Candidates appear for online entrance examination consisting of multiple-choice questions from Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and General Knowledge for undergraduate programs. For postgraduate programs, questions include Nursing Foundation, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, and related subjects.

1. Merit List Preparation: Based on marks obtained in the entrance test, a combined merit list is prepared separately for B.Sc Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, and M.Sc Nursing categories with category-wise rankings.

1. Counselling Registration: Qualified candidates register for online counselling by paying counselling fee and submitting choice of colleges and specializations in order of preference.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates attend document verification rounds (online or physical) where original certificates including educational qualifications, category certificates, domicile, and nursing registration are verified.

1. Seat Allotment: Seats are allocated based on merit rank, category reservation, choice preference, and seat availability across participating nursing institutions.

1. Admission and Reporting: Candidates report to allotted college within specified timeframe with original documents and complete admission formalities including fee payment to confirm admission.

Examination Pattern

For B.Sc Nursing

For M.Sc Nursing

Marking Scheme:

• Each correct answer: +1 mark
• Negative marking: -0.25 marks for each wrong answer
• Unattempted questions: 0 marks
• All questions are multiple choice (MCQ) with four options

Detailed Syllabus

For B.Sc Nursing (10+2 Level)

Physics

• Mechanics: Laws of motion, work energy and power, gravitation
• Thermodynamics: Heat transfer, laws of thermodynamics
• Optics: Reflection, refraction, human eye, optical instruments
• Electricity and Magnetism: Current electricity, magnetic effects of current
• Modern Physics: Dual nature of matter, atoms and nuclei
• Electromagnetic waves and communication systems

Chemistry

• Physical Chemistry: Atomic structure, chemical bonding, states of matter, thermodynamics, equilibrium
• Inorganic Chemistry: Classification of elements, s-block, p-block, d-block elements, coordination compounds
• Organic Chemistry: Basic principles, hydrocarbons, organic compounds containing oxygen and nitrogen
• Chemistry in everyday life: Polymers, biomolecules, chemistry in medicine

Biology

• Diversity in Living World: Classification, plant and animal kingdom
• Structural Organization: Cell structure and functions, biomolecules
• Human Physiology: Digestion, breathing, circulation, excretion, nervous system, endocrine system
• Reproduction: Human reproduction, reproductive health
• Genetics and Evolution: Heredity, molecular basis of inheritance, evolution
• Ecology and Environment: Organisms and environment, ecosystem, biodiversity, environmental issues

General Knowledge

• Current affairs (national and international)
• Indian history, geography, and culture
• Indian Constitution and polity
• Economic and social development
• General science and healthcare awareness

For M.Sc Nursing

Nursing Foundation

• Fundamentals of nursing practice
• Nursing theories and concepts
• Communication and teaching in nursing
• Nursing research and statistics
• Professional ethics and nursing legislation

Medical-Surgical Nursing

• Adult health nursing concepts
• Cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal disorders
• Oncological nursing
• Critical care and emergency nursing
• Perioperative nursing care

Community Health Nursing

• Principles of community health nursing
• Epidemiology and biostatistics
• Communicable and non-communicable diseases
• National health programs
• Environmental health and sanitation

Obstetrics and Paediatric Nursing

• Maternal and child health
• Antenatal, intranatal, and postnatal care
• High-risk pregnancy management
• Paediatric growth and development
• Common childhood disorders

Mental Health Nursing

• Psychiatric nursing concepts
• Therapeutic communication
• Common mental disorders and management
• Psychiatric emergencies
• Community mental health

Salary and Benefits (Typical / Indicative)

Note: UP CNET is an entrance examination for admission to nursing courses, not direct government employment. However, after completing nursing education, government nursing positions offer the following compensation:

Additional Benefits:

• Transport Allowance: ₹3,600 - ₹7,200 per month
• Medical facilities for self and dependents
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Pension and gratuity benefits
• Annual increment and grade pay progression
• Government accommodation or HRA
• Job security and career advancement opportunities

Salary varies by state government pay commission and institution (central/state/autonomous)

Upon successful completion of nursing programs through UP CNET admission, candidates can pursue careers as Staff Nurses, Senior Nurses, Nursing Superintendents in government hospitals, AIIMS, PGIMER, and other healthcare institutions. Career progression typically follows: Staff Nurse → Senior Staff Nurse → Nursing Officer → Assistant Nursing Superintendent → Nursing Superintendent → Chief Nursing Officer. With additional qualifications and experience, nurses can also pursue teaching positions in nursing colleges, administrative roles in healthcare management, or specialize in areas like critical care, oncology, cardiology, or become nurse practitioners with enhanced responsibilities and remuneration reaching ₹1.5-2 lakhs per month at senior positions.

Admit cards for UP CNET 2026 will be released approximately 10-15 days before the examination date on the official AKTU/UP CNET portal. Candidates must login using their application number and password/date of birth to download their hall ticket. The admit card contains crucial details including candidate's name, photograph, examination centre address, reporting time, and important instructions. Candidates must carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhar card, PAN card, driving license, or passport) to the examination centre. No candidate will be allowed entry without a valid admit card and ID proof.

UP CNET 2026 results will be declared within 3-4 weeks of the examination on the official website. Candidates can check their results by entering their roll number and date of birth. The result displays the total marks obtained, category-wise rank, and qualifying status. A merit list is prepared separately for each nursing program (B.Sc, Post Basic, M.Sc) with category-wise rankings. Scorecards can be downloaded from the portal. Candidates qualifying the examination will be eligible for counselling, and separate counselling schedules with cutoff marks for different colleges will be announced subsequently. Results may be challenged during a specified objection period if discrepancies are found.

UP CNET cutoff marks vary annually based on exam difficulty, number of applicants, and seat availability. Typically, for B.Sc Nursing in government colleges, General category cutoff ranges from 80-95 marks out of 120, while OBC candidates need 75-88 marks, SC/ST candidates require 65-78 marks. For top government nursing colleges like King George Medical University, cutoffs are higher (95-110 for General). For M.Sc Nursing, cutoffs are generally 10-15% higher. Private colleges have lower cutoffs, typically 50-70 marks for General category. Category-wise reservation ensures adequate representation, with relaxed cutoffs for reserved categories as per UP government norms.

Examination Centres

Uttar Pradesh (Primary): Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi, Agra, Meerut, Allahabad (Prayagraj), Bareilly, Aligarh, Moradabad, Gorakhpur, Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, Saharanpur, Jhansi, Mathura, Muzaffarnagar, Firozabad

North India (Limited): Delhi, Dehradun, Chandigarh

Note: Maximum examination centres are located within Uttar Pradesh. Candidates can select their preferred examination city during application, subject to availability. Final allotment of examination centre is at the discretion of the conducting authority based on capacity and distribution of candidates.