ABVMU UP GNM Entrance Test UPGET Admit Card 2026

The ABVMU UP GNM Entrance Test (UPGET) 2026 is conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh for admission to General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) diploma courses in various nursing institutes across Uttar Pradesh. This is a state-level entrance examination that enables candidates to pursue a 3.5-year GNM diploma program in government and private nursing colleges affiliated with the UP State Medical Faculty. Successful candidates will be allotted seats through a centralized counselling process based on their rank in the entrance test. The GNM course prepares students for careers as registered nurses in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities. This examination is open to candidates from across India who meet the eligibility criteria, with admissions primarily focused on institutions within Uttar Pradesh.

Typical / Indicative Timeline

Typical / Indicative Seat Distribution Across UP GNM Institutions

Note: Exact seat numbers vary annually based on participating institutions and government norms. Seats are distributed across 150+ government and private GNM colleges in UP.

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent examination from a recognized Board
• Must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects
• Minimum aggregate marks: 40% for General/OBC candidates, 35% for SC/ST candidates
• Must have passed English as a compulsory or elective subject
• ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife) qualified candidates are also eligible to apply

Age Limit

Age as on 1st July 2026:

Upper age limit may be relaxed as per UP government rules and ABVMU norms.

Nationality

• Candidate must be an Indian citizen
• Domicile of Uttar Pradesh is preferred but not mandatory for private college admissions
• NRI/OCI candidates may apply under NRI quota if applicable

1. Visit the official ABVMU UPGET portal at www.abvmu.in or designated admission portal
2. Click on "New Registration" and fill basic details (name, email, mobile number)
3. Verify email ID and mobile number through OTP received
4. Complete the registration form with personal, educational, and contact details
5. Upload scanned documents: recent passport photograph (JPEG, max 50KB), signature (JPEG, max 30KB), Class 10 marksheet, Class 12 marksheet, caste certificate (if applicable)
6. Select preferred exam city/centre from the available options
7. Preview the filled application form and verify all details carefully
8. Proceed to fee payment section and select payment mode (online/offline)
9. Pay the application fee through net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI
10. Submit the application form and save the confirmation page with application number
11. Download and print the application form for future reference

Application Fees

Fee is non-refundable. Payment can be made online through debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.

1. Entrance Examination (UPGET): Candidates appear for the written entrance test covering Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and General English. This is an objective-type (MCQ) examination conducted in offline mode at designated centres across Uttar Pradesh.

1. Result Declaration: Merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the entrance test. Candidates are ranked in order of performance with tie-breaking rules applied for equal scores.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification where original certificates (Class 10, Class 12, caste certificate, domicile, ID proof) are verified against uploaded documents.

1. Counselling Process: Qualified candidates participate in online or offline counselling rounds where they select preferred GNM colleges based on their rank and seat availability. Multiple rounds of counselling are conducted.

1. Seat Allotment: Seats are allotted based on merit rank, category, preferences filled, and availability of seats in respective institutions.

1. Admission Confirmation: Candidates must report to the allotted institution within specified dates, pay admission fees, and complete formalities to confirm admission. Failure to report results in forfeiture of seat.

Entrance Test Pattern (UPGET)

Marking Scheme:

• Each correct answer: +1 mark
• Each incorrect answer: -0.25 marks (negative marking applicable)
• Unanswered questions: 0 marks

Exam Mode: Offline (OMR-based) or Online (Computer-based) depending on ABVMU decision

Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with four options

Medium: English and Hindi (bilingual question paper)

Physics

• Physical World and Measurement
• Kinematics and Laws of Motion
• Work, Energy and Power
• Rotational Motion
• Gravitation
• Properties of Solids and Liquids
• Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory of Gases
• Oscillations and Waves
• Electrostatics and Current Electricity
• Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism
• Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current
• Electromagnetic Waves
• Optics (Ray and Wave Optics)
• Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation
• Atoms and Nuclei
• Electronic Devices and Communication Systems

Chemistry

• Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry
• Atomic Structure and Chemical Bonding
• States of Matter (Gases, Liquids, Solids)
• Chemical Thermodynamics and Equilibrium
• Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry
• Chemical Kinetics
• Surface Chemistry
• General Principles of Metallurgy
• Hydrogen, s-Block and p-Block Elements
• d-Block and f-Block Elements
• Coordination Compounds
• Environmental Chemistry
• Purification and Characterization of Organic Compounds
• Hydrocarbons and their Derivatives
• Organic Compounds with Functional Groups (Alcohols, Phenols, Ethers, Aldehydes, Ketones, Carboxylic Acids)
• Organic Nitrogen Compounds and Biomolecules
• Polymers and Chemistry in Everyday Life

Biology

Botany:

• Diversity in Living World (Classification, Plant Kingdom)
• Structural Organization in Plants
• Cell Structure and Function
• Plant Physiology (Photosynthesis, Respiration, Plant Growth)
• Reproduction in Flowering Plants
• Genetics and Evolution
• Biology and Human Welfare
• Biotechnology and its Applications
• Ecology and Environment

Zoology:

• Animal Kingdom and Classification
• Structural Organization in Animals
• Human Physiology (Digestion, Breathing, Circulation, Excretion, Locomotion, Neural Control, Endocrine System)
• Reproduction in Organisms
• Human Reproduction and Reproductive Health
• Principles of Inheritance and Variation
• Molecular Basis of Inheritance
• Evolution
• Human Health and Diseases
• Microbes in Human Welfare
• Biodiversity and Conservation

General English

• Comprehension Passages
• Grammar (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Voice, Narration)
• Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word Substitution)
• Sentence Correction and Improvement
• Idioms and Phrases
• Fill in the Blanks
• Sentence Rearrangement
• Spotting Errors

Syllabus is primarily based on NCERT Class 11 and 12 curriculum for PCB subjects.

Typical / Indicative Salary After GNM Course Completion

GNM is a diploma course leading to employment as Staff Nurse in government/private healthcare facilities. Salary details below are for government hospital Staff Nurse positions in Uttar Pradesh:

Additional Benefits:

• Medical reimbursement for self and family
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Pension and Provident Fund benefits
• Professional development allowances

Private sector salaries range from ₹15,000 to ₹35,000 depending on hospital and experience. International opportunities available with higher packages.

After completing the GNM diploma and gaining experience as a Staff Nurse, candidates can pursue B.Sc. Nursing (lateral entry) for career advancement. Promotions in government hospitals typically progress from Staff Nurse to Senior Staff Nurse, Nursing Sister, Assistant Nursing Superintendent, Nursing Superintendent, and eventually to administrative positions like Deputy Director or Director of Nursing Services. With additional qualifications (M.Sc. Nursing, specializations), candidates can move into teaching positions in nursing colleges or administrative healthcare management roles.

Admit cards for UPGET 2026 will be released approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled examination date on the official ABVMU portal. Candidates must login to their application account using registration number and password/date of birth to download the admit card. The admit card contains important details including candidate's name, roll number, examination date, time, venue address, reporting time, and exam guidelines. No physical admit card will be sent by post; candidates must carry a printout along with valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Passport, Driving License, or Voter ID) to the examination centre.

The UPGET 2026 result will be declared on the official ABVMU website typically within 3-4 weeks after the examination. Candidates can check their results by entering their roll number and date of birth on the result portal. The result will display the candidate's total marks, rank, qualifying status, and category-wise merit position. A merit list containing roll numbers and ranks of qualified candidates will be published. Individual mark sheets can be downloaded from the portal, and qualified candidates will receive counselling schedule information through registered email and SMS.

Typical / Indicative Cutoff Marks (Out of 150):

Cutoff marks vary annually based on difficulty level, number of applicants, and seat availability. Generally, General category candidates need to score around 90-100 marks (60-67%), while OBC candidates require approximately 80-90 marks (53-60%). SC/ST candidates typically qualify with 70-80 marks (47-53%). The previous years' data suggests that cutoffs may fluctuate by 5-10 marks depending on examination difficulty. Candidates scoring above these thresholds have good chances of securing seats in counselling rounds, though college-specific cutoffs may be higher for popular institutions.

Examination centres are located across Uttar Pradesh and select cities:

North: Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Meerut, Bareilly, Moradabad, Aligarh, Saharanpur, Muzaffarnagar

Central UP: Allahabad (Prayagraj), Varanasi, Jhansi, Faizabad (Ayodhya), Sultanpur, Raebareli

East UP: Gorakhpur, Azamgarh, Ghazipur, Ballia, Deoria, Basti

West UP: Ghaziabad, Noida, Gautam Buddh Nagar, Bulandshahr, Mathura

Bundelkhand: Jhansi, Banda, Chitrakoot

Candidates can select their preferred exam city during application. Final centre allotment is subject to availability and administrative decisions. The exact examination venue address will be mentioned on the admit card.