UP CNET 2026 Notification (Out), Registration (Started), Exam Date, Eligibility, Syllabus & Complete Guide

UP CNET 2026 Notification has been officially released on March 28, 2026 by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU). UP CNET is a state-level entrance exam conducted for admission to various nursing courses in Uttar Pradesh.

Through this exam, candidates can secure admission to programs such as B.Sc. Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing, and other nursing courses. Understanding the UP CNET 2026 admission process, important dates, and eligibility criteria is essential for timely application and effective preparation.

UP CNET 2026 Overview

UP CNET exam is a common nursing entrance test for B.Sc. Nursing and GNM admissions in Uttar Pradesh. Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU) organizes this state-level exam. It is mandatory for admission to nursing courses in affiliated colleges. The UP CNET 2026 exam offers a pathway to a career in nursing.

UP CNET 2026 Important Dates

UP CNET 2026 Notification PDF

UP CNET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Meeting the UP CNET 2026 Eligibility is crucial for all candidates. Applicants must satisfy all conditions related to nationality, age, and educational qualification.

Nationality

Candidate must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh. A valid domicile certificate is required at the time of UP CNET Counselling 2026.

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 17 years (as on 31 December 2026)

• Maximum age: 35 years

• OBC candidates: 3 years relaxation

• SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation

Educational Qualification

Applicants must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination. Physics, Chemistry, and Biology must be required subjects. General category candidates need a minimum of 45% aggregate marks in PCB. SC/ST candidates need 40%, and OBC candidates require 42% aggregate marks.

UP CNET 2026 Application Process

The UP CNET 2026 Application form Process is entirely online. Follow these steps carefully to complete your application.

Steps to Apply Online:

• Visit official website – abvmuup.edu.in

• Click "UP CNET 2026 Application Link"

• Create Account: Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.

• Fill Application Form: Enter personal, academic, and contact details.

• Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of required documents.

• Pay Application Fee: Complete payment online using various modes.

• Submit Application: Review all details and submit the form.

• Confirmation: Download the confirmation page for future reference.

Application Fee

• General / OBC: ₹1500

• SC / ST: ₹750

Payment mode: Debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI

 UP CNET 2026 Apply Online Link (Active)

UP CNET 2026 Selection Process

UP CNET 2026 Selection Process involves several stages. These ensure that suitable candidates are admitted to nursing programs.

1. Written Exam: Candidates appear for an OMR-based written entrance examination.

2. Counselling: Qualified candidates participate in UP CNET Counselling 2026. This is mandatory for admission.

3. Document Verification: Allotted candidates must report to the institute for document verification.

4. Fee Payment: Seat confirmation charges must be paid online to secure admission.

UP CNET 2026 Test Centers

UP CNET uses 50+ centers across Uttar Pradesh districts like Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Bareilly, Meerut, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Aligarh.

• Key centers include KGMU (Lucknow), GSVM Medical College (Kanpur), BHU (Varanasi), SN Medical College (Agra).

• Centers assigned via application preferences—no changes allowed post-allotment.

• Arrive 1 hour early with an admit card and photo ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID).

UP CNET 2026 Admit Card

The UP CNET 2026 admit card will be released on May 30, 2026, approximately one week before the examination.

• Download from abvmuup.edu.in or cnetabvmu.in using application number and DOB.

• Contains photo, signature, exam slot (e.g., 10 AM-1 PM), center details.

• Exam tentative:  06th June 2026 (offline OMR/CBT).

• Mandatory with photo ID—no entry otherwise; duplicates at center with fee.

UP CNET 2026 Exam Pattern

Objective MCQs, 2 hours, total 150 questions/150 marks.

• Part A: PCB (Physics 40Q, Chemistry 40Q, Biology 40Q) – 120 marks, -0.25 negative marking.

• Part B: GK & English (30Q) – 30 marks, no negative.

• Mode: Offline OMR or CBT; bilingual (English/Hindi).

• Qualifying: 50% aggregate (40% SC/ST/OBC).

UP CNET 2026 Syllabus

The UP CNET Syllabus 2026 includes 10+2 level PCB; Class 10 GK/English.

• Physics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Waves, Optics, Electricity, Modern Physics (40Q).

• Chemistry: Physical/Inorganic/Organic (States of Matter, Periodic Table, Hydrocarbons, Biomolecules) (40Q).

• Biology: Physiology, Reproduction, Genetics, Ecology, Biotechnology (40Q).

• GK: UP/India health affairs, History, Geography, Science (20Q).

• English: Grammar, Comprehension, Vocabulary (10Q).

• Prep: NCERT 11th/12th PCB + Lucent GK.

UP CNET 2026 Results

Out in June 2026, 2 weeks post-exam.

• Download scorecard from abvmuup.edu.in with roll number/DOB.

• Shows total score (out of 150), sectional scores, percentile, merit rank, qualifying status.

• Merit list: Top 10x seats (e.g., 18,000 ranks); tie-breaker by Biology score then age.

UP CNET 2026 Cutoff

Expected based on 2025 (General: 118/150).

• General: 115-125 marks.

• OBC: 110-120 marks.

• SC: 95-105 marks.

• ST: 90-100 marks.

• EWS: 112-122 marks.

• Varies by difficulty, 2 lakh applicants, 1,800 seats; top colleges need 130+.

UP CNET 2026 Counselling

Online, 3-4 rounds (July-August 2026) for 1,800+ B.Sc Nursing seats.

• Steps: Register (₹2,000 fee), fill college choices (KGMU, SGPGI etc.), get allotment by merit, report with documents.

• Required docs: 10+2 marksheet, CNET rank card, category/domicile certificate (UP only).

• Reservations: 21% SC, 2% ST, 27% OBC, 10% EWS.

• Mop-up round for leftovers.

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