ABVMU UP CNET 2026 – Complete Information
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh has started the online application for the **Combined Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) 2026**. This entrance exam is for admission to B.Sc Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, and M.Sc Nursing / Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care (NPCC) courses in various government and private nursing colleges affiliated with ABVMU.
Important Dates for ABVMU CNET 2026
| Application Begin | 28 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 May 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Correction Date | 13 – 20 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam (Expected May/June 2026) |
| UP CNET 2026 Exam Date | 06 June 2026 |
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS : ₹3000/-
SC / ST / PH : ₹2000/-
Payment Mode : Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking
Eligibility Criteria
For B.Sc Nursing (4 Years):
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English. Minimum 45% marks (relaxation for reserved categories as per rules).
- Minimum age 17 years as on 31 December 2026.
For Post Basic B.Sc Nursing (2 Years):
- 10+2 passed + GNM Certificate and registered with State Nurses Registration Council.
For M.Sc Nursing / NPCC (2 Years):
- B.Sc Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc Nursing with 55% marks + 1 year work experience (Clinical or Teaching) after B.Sc Nursing.
How to Apply for ABVMU UP CNET 2026
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. When does ABVMU UP CNET 2026 Online Form start?
Online application started on 28 March 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for UP CNET 2026?
The last date is 20 May 2026.
Q3. What courses are offered through ABVMU CNET 2026?
B.Sc Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc Nursing and M.Sc Nursing / NPCC.
Q4. What is the application fee?
₹3000 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹2000 for SC/ST/PH.
Q5. When is the UP CNET 2026 Exam?
The entrance exam is scheduled on 06 June 2026.