ABVMU UP Notification for CNET 2026

ABVMU UP CNET 2026

The academic calendar for nursing aspirants in Uttar Pradesh has been officially set. The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU) has released the notification for the UP Common Nursing Entrance Test (UPCNET) 2026. This state-level examination is the single gateway for admission into various undergraduate and postgraduate nursing programs across numerous prestigious medical institutions in Uttar Pradesh.

This detailed article provides a complete breakdown of the eligibility, schedule, fees, and application process for the UPCNET 2026. Candidates aiming for a career in nursing must carefully review all details before submitting their online forms.

Overview of the Recruitment

Important Dates

Application Fees

Age Limit

Vacancy & Course Details

Participating Institutes: Admission will be offered to colleges affiliated with ABVMU, along with other top medical universities including SGPGIMS Lucknow, KGMU Lucknow, RMLIMS Lucknow, UPUMS Saifai, and LLRM Meerut.

How to Apply for UPCNET 2026

Follow these steps to complete your application form without any errors:

1. Document Preparation: Before starting, keep your eligibility certificates, ID proof, address details, and personal information ready. Scan your photograph and signature as per the specifications (full face, white background, without spectacles, with name and date written on the photo).
2. Form Filling: Visit the official ABVMU website and navigate to the UPCNET 2026 admission section. Register and fill out the online application form with accurate personal and academic details.
3. Fee Payment: Pay the required application fee using a Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. Remember, an unpaid fee means your application is incomplete.
4. Review and Submit: Before the final submission, carefully preview every detail in the form. Make corrections if needed, especially during the correction window (13th to 20th May 2026).
5. Printout: After successful submission and fee payment, take a printout of the final completed application form for your future reference.

IMPORTANT LINKS

FAQs

1. What is the last date to submit the online application for UPCNET 2026?
The deadline to submit your online application and pay the fee is 20th May 2026.

2. On which date will the UPCNET 2026 entrance exam be conducted?
The written entrance exam is scheduled to be held on 6th June 2026.

3. What is the minimum age requirement to apply for B.Sc Nursing through UPCNET?
Applicants must have completed a minimum of 17 years of age as of 31st December 2026.

4. What is the application fee for candidates belonging to the General category?
General, OBC, and EWS category candidates are required to pay an application fee of ₹ 3000/-.

5. Which university is the official conducting body for the UPCNET exam?
The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh, is responsible for conducting the UPCNET 2026.

6. Is there any work experience required for admission to the M.Sc Nursing program?
Yes, candidates must have at least 1 year of clinical or teaching experience after completing their Basic B.Sc Nursing degree.

7. Can I make corrections to my submitted application form?
Yes, the authorities will provide a correction window from 13th May 2026 to 20th May 2026 to edit your application details.

8. What is the minimum percentage required in 10+2 for B.Sc Nursing?
General category candidates need a minimum of 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) to be eligible.

9. What are the acceptable modes of payment for the application fee?
The application fee can be paid online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, or through Net Banking.

10. What is the selection process for admission to these nursing courses?
The selection will be purely based on the candidate’s performance in the written UPCNET 2026 entrance exam.