Is NEET UG mandatory for MBBS admission at RUHS in 2026?

Yes. NEET UG 2026 is the only accepted entrance exam for MBBS and BDS admission at all RUHS-affiliated colleges in Rajasthan. There is no direct or management-quota admission route for MBBS at government colleges. Private RUHS-affiliated colleges also fill seats through the state NEET UG counselling process.

How many MBBS and BDS seats are available through Rajasthan NEET UG Counselling 2026?

Rajasthan offers around 5,529 MBBS and 1,141 BDS state-quota seats across 35 medical and 16 dental colleges. These include government, RajMES society, RUHS constituent, ESIC, and private medical and dental colleges. The total seat count covers both government and private institution seats available under state counselling.

What is the NEET UG eligibility for MBBS at RUHS?

Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English. Minimum aggregate in PCB is 45% for General, OBC, and EWS candidates and 40% for SC and ST candidates. Minimum age is 17 years as of December 31, 2026.

What is RUHS CUET and which courses does it cover?

RUHS CUET is the Common Undergraduate Entrance Test for nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and allied health programmes at RUHS-affiliated colleges. It covers B.Sc Nursing, BPT, B.Pharm, D.Pharm, B.Sc MLT, B.Sc OT, and related health science programmes. The 2026 exam was held on May 21 and results were declared on June 2, 2026.

Is RUHS CUET 2026 counselling currently open?

RUHS CUET 2026 counselling registration opened on June 16, 2026. It was placed on hold by a Rajasthan High Court interim order. Candidates should monitor ruhscuet2026.com for updated dates when counselling resumes. The choice-filling and seat-allotment schedule will be released after the stay is lifted.

What is the counselling fee for Rajasthan MBBS and BDS state counselling?

The registration fee for Rajasthan NEET UG counselling is INR 2,500 for General, OBC-NCL, and EWS candidates. SC and ST candidates with Rajasthan domicile pay INR 1,500. A security deposit is also required after seat allotment. It ranges from INR 10,000 for BDS government seats to INR 5,00,000 for private NRI MBBS seats.

Does Rajasthan domicile affect RUHS MBBS admission eligibility?

Yes. Rajasthan domicile is required for 85% state-quota seats in government and private colleges. The remaining 15% All-India Quota seats at mcc.nic.in are open to candidates from any state. Non-domicile candidates from other states can apply only for the All-India Quota.

What is the eligibility for MD and MS admission at RUHS 2026?

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree with at least 55% aggregate from a recognized university. A completed 12-month mandatory rotating internship and registration with the state or national medical council are compulsory before joining any MD or MS programme at an RUHS-affiliated college.

Does RUHS offer DM and M.Ch super-specialty admissions?

Yes. RUHS-affiliated colleges offer DM and M.Ch programmes in super-specialty disciplines. Admission is through NEET SS. MCC manages 100% of seat allotment for DM and M.Ch across all government, private, and deemed colleges as per DGHS norms. Apply at mcc.nic.in for super-specialty seat allotment.

How do I apply for scholarships after admission at RUHS?

Apply through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in after admission. Rajasthan state scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS students are also available through the college scholarship cell. Submit income certificate, caste or category certificate, and admission documents to initiate the process before the scholarship application deadline.

RUHS P.B.B.Sc Nursing: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

RUHS P.B.B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Annual Tuition Fee - General/OBC	INR 50,000 per year
Annual Tuition Fee - SC/ST and All Women	INR 20,000 per year
Total Fees - General/OBC (2 years)	INR 1,00,000
Total Fees - SC/ST and All Women (2 years)	INR 40,000

Fee data is as per 2025-26 academic year data and subject to revision by RUHS for 2026-27.

Hostel charges at affiliated nursing colleges are additional and vary by institution.

RUHS P.B.B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026

Event	Date
RUHS CUET Application Window	2 April to 28 April 2026
RUHS CUET Exam	21 May 2026
RUHS CUET Result	2 June 2026
Counselling Registration Closes	20 July 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment	22 July 2026
Round 1 College Reporting	22 to 28 July 2026
Round 2 Seat Allotment	5 August 2026
Round 3 Seat Allotment	17 August 2026
Class Commencement	24 August 2026

Counselling fee of INR 550 per faculty course is payable online at ruhsraj.org.

Candidates must ensure their GNM registration with the Rajasthan Nursing Council is current before applying.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Completed a 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) diploma from a recognised institution.

Registered with the Rajasthan Nursing Council or any State Nursing Council in India.

Minimum 50% marks in the GNM programme (45% for SC/ST candidates) as per INC norms.

No minimum work experience is specified in current RUHS eligibility criteria for P.B.B.Sc Nursing.

Admission Process

Fill the RUHS CUET 2026 application form online at the official portal before 28 April 2026.

Appear for the computer-based RUHS CUET on 21 May 2026 at a designated examination centre.

Check results and merit rank at the official RUHS portal after 2 June 2026.

Complete counselling registration at ruhsraj.org and pay INR 550 counselling fee before 20 July 2026.

Fill preferred nursing college choices during the choice-filling window based on CUET merit rank.

Report to the allotted nursing college with original documents within the Round 1 reporting window (22 to 28 July 2026).

Submit GNM certificate, nursing council registration certificate, and mark sheets during document verification.

✓ Opt for this if

You hold a GNM diploma and want to upgrade to a B.Sc Nursing degree.
You want to qualify for senior staff nurse or nursing tutor positions.
You are a woman nurse looking for a heavily subsidised 2-year upgrade programme.
You plan to pursue M.Sc Nursing after completing P.B.B.Sc.

✗ Skip if

You do not hold a GNM diploma as basic nursing qualification.
You prefer a full 4-year B.Sc Nursing directly after Class 12.
You need a campus-based programme with full residential facilities.

RUHS P.B.B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility/Schedule
RUHS Category Fee Concession	INR 30,000 per year saved vs general rate	SC/ST students and all women candidates - applied at admission
NSP Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST	Actual tuition fee plus maintenance allowance	SC/ST students - apply via scholarships.gov.in by October or November annually
Rajasthan Chief Minister Higher Education Scholarship	INR 5,000 per year	Rajasthan domicile with first-division GNM or Class 12 marks - apply via sso.rajasthan.gov.in

Category concession is applied automatically at government-affiliated nursing colleges at admission.

NSP scholarship disbursement goes directly to the student bank account after institutional verification.

RUHS P.B.B.Sc Nursing FAQs

Ques. Who is eligible for P.B.B.Sc Nursing at RUHS and what is the minimum qualification required?

Ans. The primary eligibility requirement is a completed 3-year GNM diploma from a recognised institution and active registration with any State Nursing Council in India. Minimum marks in the GNM programme should be 50% for General/OBC candidates and 45% for SC/ST. Candidates who completed GNM from a Rajasthan-affiliated institution are eligible for state quota seats in RUHS-affiliated nursing colleges.

Ques. How does P.B.B.Sc Nursing differ from the regular B.Sc Nursing programme?

Ans. The regular B.Sc Nursing is a 4-year programme open to Class 12 students with PCB background. P.B.B.Sc Nursing is a 2-year bridge programme exclusively for GNM certificate holders who want to upgrade to a degree qualification. The P.B.B.Sc curriculum builds on existing GNM knowledge with advanced nursing concepts, community health, and research methodology not covered in depth during GNM training.

Ques. What opportunities open up after completing P.B.B.Sc Nursing from RUHS?

Ans. A P.B.B.Sc Nursing degree from a RUHS-affiliated college qualifies graduates for senior staff nurse posts, nursing tutor positions in nursing schools, and community health officer roles in primary health centres. It also meets the entry requirement for M.Sc Nursing, which opens faculty, clinical specialist, and nursing superintendent roles in hospitals and nursing colleges.

Ques. What is the total fee for P.B.B.Sc Nursing at RUHS for general category students?

Ans. For general and OBC category students, the total fee is INR 1,00,000 over 2 years (INR 50,000 per year) at government-affiliated nursing colleges. SC/ST students and all women candidates pay INR 40,000 total (INR 20,000 per year). Private affiliated colleges may charge higher fees. Fee revision for 2026-27 will be announced on ruhsraj.org.

Ques. Is RUHS CUET conducted separately for P.B.B.Sc Nursing or is it the same exam as B.Sc Nursing?

Ans. RUHS CUET 2026 is a common entrance test that covers multiple RUHS nursing and paramedical programmes including P.B.B.Sc Nursing and B.Sc Nursing. The exam was held on 21 May 2026, with results declared on 2 June 2026. Separate merit lists are prepared programme-wise. Counselling for both programmes is conducted simultaneously through ruhsraj.org from June 16 onwards.

Ques. How many seats are available and which colleges offer P.B.B.Sc Nursing under RUHS?

Ans. RUHS has 1,135 seats for P.B.B.Sc Nursing across affiliated nursing colleges in Rajasthan. Colleges range from government nursing schools attached to district hospitals to private nursing colleges. The complete seat matrix listing all colleges and their category-wise seat distribution is published on ruhsraj.org before each counselling round starts.

RUHS P.B.B.Sc Nursing: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility