UP CNET Application Form 2026: Registration Date, Fees & How to Apply

UP Common Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) 2026 ( UP CNET )

Rachit Kumar Saxena
Updated on Mar 31, 2026 22:50 IST

By Rachit Kumar Saxena, Manager-Editorial

The UP Common Nursing Entrance Test 2026 information bulletin and applications has been released on a newly created website of the university.The candidates are required to register first and then apply for the exam. The last date to apply online for the UP CNET 2026 exam is May 20. The candidates should note that the University will conduct the exam on June 6 in 20 cities in the state.

The UP CNET 2026 information bulletin notified all the details related to the registration and application. The University mention different application fee for different categories of the candidates. The registration details once filled will not be allowed to edit. The form correction facility will be provided from May 13 to 20.

Table of contents
  • Things Required for UP CNET 2026 Application Form
  • UP CNET 2026 Exam Dates
  • How to Apply for UP CNET 2026?
  • UP CNET Application Fee 2026
  • UP CNET Application Correction 2026
  • UP CNET 2026 Registration FAQs
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Things Required for UP CNET 2026 Application Form

The University released the information bulletin and notified all the details about the registration and application process. Before filling the registration and application form, the candidates must see the list of important documents required for the UP CNET 2026 application form:

  • Mobile Number
  • Alternate Mobile Number
  • WhatsApp Number
  • Email Id

Document Required for UP CNET 2026 Application

The candidates are required to fill the personal and academic details in the application hence they are suggested to keep the following documents handy:

  • High School Marksheet (for the candidate's name, parents name and date of birth)
  • Verification Sheet Proforma (downloaded and filled)
  • All Certificates required to claim reservation should be issued on or after April 1, 2026.

Download Here : UP CNET 2026 Verification Sheet PDF

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Q:   Is the Verification Sheet required to filled for UP CNET 2026 Application?
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Yes, the candidates are required to fill the verification sheet with blue or black ball point pen and upload it during the UP CNET 2026 application filling process.

Q:   Will the UP CNET registration last date 2026 get extended?
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The University can extend the UP CNET 2026 application in case of any technical glitch persist in the application portal. The last date to apply for the exam is May 20. The application correction will start on May 13.

Q:   Will I need to upload all my Qualification Certificated with the UP CNET 2026 Applications?
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No, the candidates are required to keep all their documents handy during the application filling process so that they can see and fill the asked details in the UP CNET 2026 online application form.

UP CNET 2026 Exam Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of UP CNET 2026 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
21 May ' 25

UP CNET 2025 Exam

15 May ' 25 - 21 May ' 25

UP CNET 2025 Admit Card

19 Apr ' 25 - 26 Apr ' 25

UP CNET 2025 Application Correction

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How to Apply for UP CNET 2026?

The UP CNET application form will be accepted online only at portal of university only. The candidates will be required to provide the following:

  • Valid and registered personal email ID
  • Mobile number

Initially, applicants will have to create his/her Unique Registration number by providing their personal details. The mobile number and email ID will be verified using the OTP. Once logged in, it is mandatory to change the default password. Without changing the default password, one cannot proceed further.

Here is a quick guide to help you fill the form:

Stage 1: Personal Information

Details such as First Name (As per Class 10th Certificate/Marksheet), Middle & Last Name, Father’s & Mother’s Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Email Address, Mobile Number & Alternate Mobile Number, WhatsApp Number, Category would be required to fill the form

Stage 2: Address

Residential details, such as Address, State, City, and Pin Code, are mandatory to be filled.

Stage 3: Educational Qualifications & Centre City Preferences

For the test centre, the applicant will have to provide his/her preference for the test centre city. A total of 3 cities can be selected. The decision to allocate the centre rests in the hands of the exam conducting authority.

Stage 4: Photo, Signature, and Verification Sheet

Candidate must upload scanned image of his/her passport photo, signature, and a scanned copy of a filled verification sheet as per the specifications mentioned.

Stage 5: Live Photo Uploading

The candidate will have to use the Webcam on a Computer/Laptop or the camera of a mobile phone. Once the live photograph is satisfactorily captured, click on the “Upload Live Photograph” button.

After completing all the above process, download the final submitted application form by clicking on the Print Button after the successful submission of the application fee.

UP CNET 2026 Eligibility

Candidates must check the exam eligibility criteria before filling the application form. Find out the age criteria and the education qualification required to apply for the UP CNET exam:

Nationality Requirement

Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply for the exam.

Age Criteria

A candidate must have attained a minimum age of 17 Years. The maximum age of a candidate to apply for the entrance exam is 35 Years. Age Relaxation will only be applicable for Reserved Categories as per Government Norms.

UP CNET Education Qualification Criteria

  1. The candidates must have passed Class 12 with a minimum of 45% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) taken together, and passed English individually, from a recognized board
  2. For SC/ST/OBC Category, the 40% aggregate will be acceptable
  3. English should be a compulsory subject in 10+2 for eligibility for admission in BSc Nursing.
  4. For admission to Government Nursing colleges, the candidate must be a domicile of Uttar Pradesh
  5. Married indivisuals can also apply

Download Here: UP CNET 2026 Information Bulletin

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Will the UP CNET registration last date 2026 get extended?
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UP CNET 2026 registration dates have not been released yet. However, last year the registration deadline was extended from April 26 to May 3. The conducting body, ABVMU, will inform the candidates regarding such changes through a notification, which will be published on the official website.  

Q:   What is the maximum age limit to appear for the UP CNET 2026 exam?
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Candidate not more than 35 years of age can apply for the UP CNET exam. The minimum age to appear for the CNET nursing exam is 17 years. Age is an important criterion. Candidates must adhere to it while filling the application form. Candidates not fulfilling this criterion but having qualified the exam will not be given admission to the CNET participating institutes.

Q:   Is English in Class 12th compulsory to apply for the UP CNET 2026 exam?
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Yes, English is a compulsory subject in class 12th to apply for the UP CNET exam. Candidates must also have passed physics, chemistry, and biology with 50 per cent overall aggregate in class 12th to be eligible to apply for the nursing entrance exam. Reserved category candidates must have scored 45 per cent marks to be eligible for appearing in the entrance exam.

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UP CNET Application Fee 2026

The UP CNET application fee must be paid online through the admission portal at abvmuup.edu.in. There is no provision to make the payment offline. After filling the online application form, candidates will be directed to the payment gateway, where the fee payment must be made to make sure that the registration process has been completed. 

Here are the details of the examination fee, which was to be done last year to appear in the exam: 

CNET Applicant Category Application Fee (INR)
UR/OBC 3000/-
SC/ST/PwD 2000/-

Please note that in case of payment failure, the candidate can attempt again to pay. Do wait for 30 minutes before making any other attempt for payment if the previous one failed. 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the UP CNET nursing application fee?
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A UP CNET application fee of INR 3000 needs to be paid by the Unreserved/Other Backward Classes (UR/OBC) category students. While applicants from Scheduled Cast/Scheduled Tribe/Persons with Disability (SC/ST/PwD) category are required to pay INR 2000.

Q:   What is Upload Live Photograph feature of the UP CNET 2026 application process?
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As per this unique feature that has been introduced by ABVMU, the applicant is expected to sit in front of the laptop/computer through which he/she is filling out the CNET Application form. Then click their picture and upload it in live format. This practice has been established to fetch true and authentic data. 

Q:   What if I forget my UP CNET registration ID number?
A: 

If a candidate forgets his/her Registration Id number, click on “Forgot Registration Id Number” on official website to receive again Unique Registration Id number on registered mobile number via a SMS or Email.

Q:   What is the last date to fill the UP CNET 2026 Applications?
A: 

The last date to fill the UP CNET 2026 is May 20. The candidates should note that the application correction facility will start from May 13.

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UP CNET Application Correction 2026

The UP CNET application correction facility will be provided by the University from May 13, 2026. The candidates will be allowed to make corrections in the applications but the last date for the application form will remain the same that is May 20. The candidates will be allowed to make changes in their applications details but no changes will be allowed in the registration details.

Also Read: UP CNET Exam Pattern

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I make changes to my CNET nursing application form after submitting it?
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Yes, the UP CNET application correction window will be opened for a span of one week. Candidates will be allowed to make some basic changes in the CNET nursing application form. After the stipulated date, no candidate will be allowed to make changes to the CNET application form. Please note that Primary Information submitted during registration cannot be changed or altered. The editing of limited field(s) can be done during the Form correction window.

Q:   When will I have to choose the UP CNET 2026 test centre to appear for the exam?
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UP CNET BSc nursing test centre list is displayed for the candidates when they fill the application form. It is one of the crucial steps to choose the CNET test centre city to appear in the exam. Generally, all the test cities will be located in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Candidates can choose anyone of the test cities among several choices which falls in their vicinity.

Q:   When will UP CNET 2026 Application Correction Start?
A: 

This year, the University has merged the application correction facility with the filling process. The UP CNET 2026 application correction will start on May 13 and the last date to apply for the exam will be May 20.

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UP CNET 2026 Registration FAQs

Read all the commonly asked queries related to the CNET 2026 registration process here: 

Q:   When will the CNET application process begin?
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The CNET application process is over for the academic year 2026-27. The application window is expected to begin in March and will continue till April 2026. The entire CNET nursing 2026 application process will be conducted online through the official website, abvmuup.edu.in.

Q:   Who conducts the CNET BSc nursing application process?
A: 

The UP CNET BSc nursing application process is conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University, Uttar Pradesh. The candidate should visit the official website, abvmuup.edu.in. and click on the link for Common Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) 2026.

Q:   What is the minimum age limit to apply for the CNET 2026 exam?
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The minimum age limit to apply for the UP CNET 2026 exam is generally set at 17 years as of December 31, 2026. The exam is held once a year by ABVMU, Lucknow. It is mandatory to fill out the application form to appear for the UG-level nursing entrance. 

Q:   Till when can I apply for the CNET nursing application process?
A: 

Last year, the application window was open till May 3, 2025 after it got extended. The dates for the current year have not been announced yet. The CNET application will be submitted through the online mode only via the official website, abvmuup.edu.in. Please note that application is submitted cannot be withdrawn. The examination fee, once deposited, will not be refunded.

Q:   What education qualification is mandatory to be eligible for CNET nursing exam?
A: 

To pursue the BSc nursing programme a candidate must have passed 10+2 or its equivalent exam. The candidate should have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English in class 12.

Minimum Marks required to apply for the exam are 40% for reserved categories and 45% marks for the general category.

Q:   What if I forget my UP CNET registration ID number?
A: 

If a candidate forgets his/her Registration Id number, click on “Forgot Registration Id Number” on official website to receive again Unique Registration Id number on registered mobile number via a SMS or Email.

Q:   When did the CNET 2026 application process begin?
A: 

The UP CNET 2026 applications has been started on the newly published website of the University. The candidates can apply online till May 20. The exam will be conducted on June 6.

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Answered a month ago

Exam pattern of UP CNET 2026 will be released along with official brochure. As per existing exam pattern, exam will be held in offline mode. A total of 120 questions will be there in exam and students will be given 140 minutes to answer them.

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Abhishek Divya

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 months ago

The UP CNET exam is an offline exam that is conducted by ABVMU, UP, for admission to the BSc nursing course. It is a pen and paper-based exam wherein candidates will get an OMR sheet to answer the questions within the specified time limit. 

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Kanishk Dhawan

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 months ago

Generally, 1 Lacs to 1.5 Lacs aspirants appear for the UP CNET exam in general every year. Last year, Around 1.30 Lacs candidates registered for the CNET exam, as against 117,000 candidates who appeared for the BSc nursing entrance.

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Pallavi Shukla

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 months ago

Some of the books to refer to for the CNET Exam preparation are: Nursing Entrance Exam Guide by Arihant Experts, UPCNET BSc Nursing Entrance Exam Book by  P.K. Panwar, UPCNET 3.0 B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam Practice Set by Test Prep Publication.

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Aishwarya Pathak

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 months ago

To prepare for the UP CNET exam, candidates are expected to practice the mock tests and previous year question papers. There are good preparation books that carry model test papers. 

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Nishtha Nishtha

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 months ago

The UP CNET post-basic nursing exam will comprise three sections. In the first section, topics such as Medical Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Child Health Nursing, and Midwifery & Gynecological Nursing. 

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Nidhi Gupta

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

UP CNET valid photo ID proofs, such as Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Driving License, Passport, are allowed along with the admit card at the test centre for the purpose of verification. Carry one of these IDs to present at the entry gate. 

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Nishtha Kumar

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 months ago

The UP CNET admit card will be released on the official website. ABVMU will inform candidates about this and will not be sending the hall ticket via email or post. Candidate will have to visit the portal and provide login details to download the PDF document and keep it printout for the exam day. 

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Saumya Bhandari

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 months ago

UP CNET admit card contains details such as candidate's name, test centre address, DOB, reporting time, exam day instructions, roll number, subject, exam date and time.  

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Anshuman Dhyani

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 months ago

The UP CNET test centre request for change will not be entertained by ABVMU, the official conducting body. Once allocated on the admit card, the examination centre address will not be altered. Pick and choose the test city carefully at the time of filling the application form.  

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Raj Rai

Contributor-Level 6

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