UP Nursing Admissions 2026 Begin: Applications Open Till May 20, CNET Exam on June 6

The admission process for nursing courses in Uttar Pradesh for the 2026–27 academic session has officially commenced, offering a major opportunity for students aspiring to build careers in healthcare. Conducted under the aegis of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University, the process covers key programmes including B.Sc. Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing and M.Sc. Nursing.

According to officials, the entire admission cycle will be based on the Common Nursing Entrance Test, with preparations already completed. The application process began on March 28 and will remain open until May 20, with submissions accepted strictly through online mode. Authorities have advanced the schedule this year to ensure the timely completion of admissions and avoid last-minute delays.

Candidates will also be given a correction window from May 13 to May 20 to rectify any errors in their submitted forms. Admit cards are scheduled to be released on May 30, while the entrance examination will be conducted on June 6 in offline mode. Results are expected to be declared in the second week of June, followed by the counselling process. The entire admission cycle, including seat allotment, is likely to conclude by July 15.

To be eligible for B.Sc. Nursing candidates must have completed their Class 12 education in the science stream with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks, along with English as a compulsory subject. The entrance exam will be conducted in both Hindi and English, ensuring accessibility for a wide range of students.

The examination will be held across 20 designated centres in major cities, including Lucknow, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Kanpur, Ghaziabad, and Gorakhpur, among others. Officials have stated that necessary arrangements have been made to ensure a smooth and fair examination process across all locations.

In terms of seat availability, the state offers substantial opportunities for nursing aspirants. Approximately 1,370 seats are available for B.Sc. Nursing in government colleges, while private institutions account for around 10,240 seats. For postgraduate courses, nearly 270 M.Sc. Nursing seats are available in government colleges and about 1,100 in private institutions. Additionally, there is a possibility of an increase of around 150 seats in B.Sc. Nursing programmes this year.

The move reflects Uttar Pradesh’s continued efforts to strengthen its healthcare education infrastructure and meet the growing demand for trained nursing professionals. Students are advised to complete their applications well before the deadline and regularly check official updates to stay informed about the admission process.