Kamal Ghorui
The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh has released the official notification for UP CNET 2026 (Common Nursing Entrance Test), inviting applications for admission to B.Sc Nursing and M.Sc Nursing programmes. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official portal, with the last date for registration set as May 20, 2026 (11:59 PM).The entrance exam is the gateway to government and private nursing colleges affiliated with ABVMU. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and important dates carefully before filling out the application form to avoid last-minute issues.
Courses offered under UP CNET 2026
The UP CNET 2026 is designed for students seeking admission in B.Sc and M.Sc Nursing programmes. The eligibility criteria for each course can be checked from the official information bulletin released by ABVMU. Interested students can download the information bulletin PDFs below :For B.Sc Nursing, candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English. For M.Sc Nursing, the candidates should have a B.Sc Nursing degree from a recognized institution. The other conditions for eligibility, such as qualifying marks, can be found in the official notification.
UP CNET 2026: Important dates
Candidates must keep track of the complete schedule to ensure timely application and preparation:
- Application form release: March 28, 2026 (Saturday)
- Last date to apply: May 20, 2026 (Wednesday) till 11:59 PM
- Form correction window: May 13 to May 20, 2026 (till 11:59 PM)
- Admit card release: From May 30, 2026 (Saturday)
- Entrance examination: June 6, 2026 (Saturday)
- Exam centre details: To be mentioned on the admit card
- Result declaration: Second week of June 2026
How to apply for UP CNET 2026
Candidates can follow the steps below to complete the application process:
- First, visit the official ABVMU website online
- Click on the link for UP CNET 2026 application on the homepage
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in personal, academic, and contact details
- Upload required documents including photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee through online mode
- Submit the form and download a copy for future reference
Direct link to apply for UP CNET 2026.The UP CNET exam is offline-based, i.e., OMR-based, consisting of multiple-choice questions from relevant subjects. Candidates who clear the UP CNET exam will be invited for centralised counselling for admissions in colleges.Furthermore, it is advised that candidates should visit the official website of ABVMU for information related to the examination, admit card, and counseling.
