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The UP M.Sc Nursing College Seat Matrix 2026 provides a detailed overview of the approximately 350+ postgraduate nursing seats across government and private institutions. For the 2026-27 session, competition remains fiercest for the 120+ seats in premier government institutes like KGMU, RMLIMS, and SGPGIMS, where annual tuition fees are significantly lower than private universities.
UP M.Sc Nursing 2026 Seat Distribution
Admissions to all M.Sc Nursing programs in Uttar Pradesh are centralized through the ABVMU CNET 2026. The seat matrix is divided into Government (highly subsidized) and Private (self-financed) categories.
- Total Government Seats: ~125-150 across 6-8 major institutes.
- Total Private Seats: ~200+ across 25+ recognized colleges.
- Specialty Split: The highest number of seats are dedicated to Medical-Surgical Nursing, followed by Obstetrics & Gynecology (OBG).
Top Government Colleges: Intake & Category-wise Reservation
Securing a seat in these institutions requires a top 200 rank in the UP CNET. The following data represents the confirmed 2026 intake capacity.
| College Name | Total Seats | UR (Gen) | OBC | SC | ST/EWS |
| KGMU, Lucknow | 25 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 3 |
| SGPGIMS, Lucknow | 30 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| RMLIMS, Lucknow | 20 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| BHU (IMS), Varanasi | 15* | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| UPUMS, Saifai | 20 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| GSVM, Kanpur | 15 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
*BHU seats may be filled via CUET-PG or institute-specific norms; verify on the BHU portal.
College Seat MatrixFee Structure Comparison: Government vs. Private (2026 Projected)
The “Killer” edge for aspirants is understanding the ROI (Return on Investment). Government colleges offer superior clinical exposure at a fraction of the cost.
| College Category | Annual Tuition Fee | Hostel & Mess (Approx.) | Total 2-Year Cost |
| KGMU / RMLIMS | ₹1,08,000 | ₹3,600 | ~₹2.25 Lakhs |
| SGPGIMS | ₹1,05,000 | ₹4,800 | ~₹2.20 Lakhs |
| UPUMS Saifai | ₹81,000 | ₹12,000 | ~₹1.90 Lakhs |
| Private (Era/Sharda) | ₹2,00,000 – ₹3,00,000 | ₹80,000 – ₹1,20,000 | ~₹5.50 – ₹8.00 Lakhs |
Insider Insight: While KGMU’s tuition is higher than UPUMS, its Stipend Policy for M.Sc students often offsets the cost. Always check if the college offers a monthly stipend for clinical duties during the second year.
Direct Admission vs. CET Admission in Private Universities
Many students ask if they can skip the CNET for private colleges like Teerthanker Mahaveer (TMU) or Sharda University.
- Mandatory CNET: Per INC and ABVMU guidelines, appearing in CNET 2026 is mandatory for all M.Sc Nursing admissions in UP, including private ones.
- Management Quota: Some private universities have management seats, but the candidate must still have a valid CNET scorecard/rank.
- Counseling: Government seats are strictly filled in Round 1 and 2. Private seats often remain available for the “Mop-up” round.
UP M.Sc Nursing CET
UP M.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam. The Uttar Pradesh Common Nursing Entrance Test (UP CNET) is a State level Nursing entrance exam. It is organized by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU) for admission to M.Sc. Nursing Course (2 Years)/ Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care [NPCC] (2 Years) in All Nursing Colleges Affiliated to ABVMU, SGPGIMS Lucknow, KGMU Lucknow, RMLIMS Lucknow, UPUMS Saifai, All Govt. & Private Universities / Deemed Universities of U.P.
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UP M.Sc Nursing/ NPCC Entrance Exam – Overview
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | UP CNET |
| Full Form of UP CNET | Uttar Pradesh Common Nursing Entrance Test |
| Organizing Body | ABVMU |
| Full Form of ABVMU | Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University |
| Type of Exam | Nursing Entrance Exam |
| Level of Exam | State |
| Region | Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | https://abvmucet26.co.in/ |
| Courses Where Admission is Through UP CNET | M.Sc. Nursing Course (2 Years)/ Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care [NPCC] (2 Years) |
| Colleges Where Admission is Through UP CNET | All Nursing Colleges Affiliated to ABVMU, SGPGIMS Lucknow, KGMU Lucknow, RMLIMS Lucknow, UPUMS Saifai, All Govt. & Private Universities / Deemed Universities of U.P. |
| Minimum Educational Qualification | B.Sc Nursing |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Type of Questions | MCQs |
| Number of Questions | 200 |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Marking Scheme | +1, 0 |
| Exam Duration | 180 Minutes |
| Subjects in Question Paper | Nursing Aptitude, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English and General Knowledge |