UP M.Sc Nursing/ NPCC Exam
UP M.Sc Nursing/ NPCC Exam

The UP M.Sc Nursing CET 2026 examination will be held on 06 June 2026. Its application form has released. The UP M.Sc Nursing CET 2026 examination, conducted by ABVMU, is set for the designated exam date. 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.

UP M.Sc Nursing CET 2026 application form has been released. Scroll down to apply online.

UP M.Sc Nursing/ NPCC Exam

UP M.Sc Nursing CET 2026 Exam Date

Exam EventEvent Date
Release of application form or Start of registration28 Mar 2026
Last date to apply20 May 2026, 11:59 PM
Form Correction Window13 May 2026 to 20 May 2026 11:59 PM
Issuance of UP M.Sc Nursing CET admit card 202630 May 2026
UP M.Sc Nursing CET 2026 exam date06 Jun 2026
Release of answer keyAs per ABVMU
Announcement of UP M.Sc Nursing CET result 20262nd week of Jun 2026

Eligibility Matrix: Do You Qualify?

The most critical hurdle for M.Sc Nursing aspirants in UP is the 1-year work experience rule. Unlike B.Sc Nursing, this post-graduate entrance requires specific professional clinical or teaching experience.

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RequirementCriteria Details
AcademicPassed B.Sc. Nursing / B.Sc. Hons. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing
Minimum MarksAggregate of 55% (50% for SC/ST/OBC)
RegistrationRegistered Nurse & Registered Midwife (RN/RM) with any State Nursing Council
Work ExperienceMinimum 1 Year after B.Sc. Nursing or 1 Year prior/after Post Basic B.Sc.
Age LimitMinimum 17 years by Dec 31, 2026. No upper age limit for M.Sc.

UP M.Sc Nursing/ NPCC Entrance Exam Fee

  1. Candidates for the entrance test will have to pay a fee of Rs. 3000/- for Unreserved/Other
    Backward Classes (UR/OBC) and Rs. 2000/- for SC/ST/PwD.
  2. Examination Fee shall be submitted online after successful online registration of candidate.
  3. Once the fee has been submitted there shall be no refund of fee and it is non-transferable for any other examination.

UP M.Sc Nursing/ NPCC Entrance Exam Application Form

Candidates must read the instructions for filling the online application form carefully before
filling the form.

  • Candidates must read the instructions for filling the online application form carefully before
    filling the form.
  • Application shall be submitted through the online mode only via website www.abvmuup.edu.in
  • No application form shall be received by post or by any other mode.
  • Candidates must give all correct information. The admission to M.Sc. Nursing / NPCC Course will be done on the basis of Entrance Examination, if any information is found incorrect then the candidature /admission will be cancelled.
  • It is hereby informed that if any applicant has provided false information solely for the purpose of appearing in the examination for practice or other purpose, the applicant will be debarred from Entrance Examination in future.

Steps for Filling Application Form

Step 1: Candidate Registration:
Step 2: Login & Fee Payment:
Step 3: Application Form Filling & Submission:

UP M.Sc Nursing/ NPCC Entrance Exam Test Center

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Entrance Exam will be conducted in offline mode by black ball pen, provided at the centre

UP M.Sc Nursing/ NPCC Entrance Exam Pattern

Mode of Examination: MCQs – Objective/Multiple Choice response Questions to be answered on
Optical Mark Reader Sheet (OMR sheet) using black ball point pen provided at the Center.

Number of Questions: 200

Marks: Every single correct response will get 01 mark each. No Negative Markings for incorrect
response and/or more than one response.

Medium of Examination: English

SectionMarksTopics
Section A110 marks(1) Medical Surgical Nursing
(2) Community health Nursing
(3) Mental health Nursing
(4) Child Health Nursing
(5) Obstetrics & Gynaecological Nursing
Section B60 marks(1) Anatomy and Physiology
(2) Nutrition & Biochemistry
(3) Microbiology
(4) Psychology
(5) Sociology
(6) Pharmacology, Pathology & Genetics
(7) Nursing Foundation
Section C30 marks(1) Computer
(2) English
(3) Communication & Education Technology
(4) Research & Statistics
(5) Nursing Management

Minimum Qualifying Marks:
The minimum qualifying criteria of entrance test to admission to M.Sc./NPCC Nursing Course is as under:
General – 50th percentile
General– PwD – 45th percentile
SC/ST/OBC– 40th percentile
Instruction to be followed at the Examination Centre

Tips to Prepare for the Entrance Test

Preparing for the entrance test requires a strategic approach. Here are a few tips to help candidates excel in their preparation:

  1. Start early: Begin your preparation well in advance to cover all the topics systematically.
  2. Understand the syllabus: Gain a clear understanding of the syllabus and focus on the important topics.
  3. Create a study schedule: Develop a study schedule that allocates sufficient time for each subject.
  4. Practice mock tests: Solve previous years’ question papers and take regular mock tests to assess your progress.
  5. Seek guidance: Consider joining coaching centers or online programs that provide expert guidance and study materials.
  6. Revise regularly: Regular revision of topics is crucial to retain the learned concepts effectively.

Counselling Procedure:

a. Online Counselling shall be done by ABVMU, UP, Lucknow and dates will be announced on
ABVMU, UP website after the declaration of Result.

b. The list of Colleges/ Universities running the M.Sc. Nursing /NPCC Course will be notified during counselling.

c. Details for counselling will be available after declaration of result

Admission:

a. The selection and allotment of college shall be done by merit list made on the basis of M.Sc. Nursing/NPCC Course Common Entrance Test-2023 and counselling.

b. The candidate, who has qualified for the admission to the M.Sc. Nursing/NPCC Course, shall deposit the prescribed fee on the date notified for that purpose by the University. Those who fail to do so will lose their claim for admission to the course.

c. Candidates shall join the course within the specified period.

Contact Details

Website – www.abvmuup.edu.in
Email – [email protected]
Helpline Contact No: 9219527380, 7905547362 (10:00 AM‐6:00PM) on working days.

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Interactive FAQ

Is there negative marking in UP M.Sc Nursing CET 2026?

No, there is no negative marking. The exam consists of 120 MCQs to be solved in 140 minutes.

Can I apply if my 1-year experience is not complete by May?

The experience must be completed by the date of application submission. If you lack even one day, the system may reject your eligibility during verification.

What is the medium of the entrance exam?

The M.Sc Nursing entrance is conducted exclusively in English.

Are non-UP residents eligible for government seats?

No. Non-UP residents can only apply for seats in Private Nursing Colleges under the Open category.

Which colleges accept ABVMU CNET 2026 scores?

All government and private nursing colleges in UP, including KGMU, SGPGI, RMLIMS, and UPUMS Saifai.

UP M.Sc Nursing/ NPCC Entrance Exam – Overview

AspectsDetails
Name of ExamUP CNET
Full Form of UP CNETUttar Pradesh Common Nursing Entrance Test
Organizing BodyABVMU
Full Form of ABVMUAtal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University
Type of ExamNursing Entrance Exam
Level of ExamState
RegionUttar Pradesh
Official Websiteabvmucet26.co.in
Courses Where Admission is Through UP CNETM.Sc. Nursing Course (2 Years)/
Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care [NPCC] (2 Years)
Colleges Where Admission is Through UP CNETAll 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 ExamOffline
Type of QuestionsMCQs
Number of Questions200
Total Marks200
Marking Scheme+1, 0
Exam Duration180 Minutes
Subjects in Question PaperNursing Aptitude, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English and General Knowledge
UP M.Sc Nursing/ NPCC Entrance Exam – Overview

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