Which exam is required for ABVMU MBBS admission 2026?

NEET UG 2026 is the only accepted exam for MBBS and BDS admission at ABVMU-affiliated colleges. No other exam is valid. Candidates must qualify NEET UG and then register for counselling through MCC (All India Quota) or DMET UP (state quota).

How many MBBS seats are available in ABVMU-affiliated colleges?

ABVMU-affiliated colleges across Uttar Pradesh offer over 13,200 MBBS seats in 88 medical colleges. Of these, roughly 5,725 seats are in government colleges, including KGMU Lucknow (250 seats) and RMLIMS Lucknow (200 seats).

Is UP domicile required for MBBS admission through ABVMU?

UP domicile is required for the 85% state quota seats in government colleges. The remaining 15% All India Quota seats through MCC are open to candidates from any state. Private college seats may have separate rules as per DMET UP guidelines.

What is the CNET 2026 exam pattern for B.Sc Nursing admission?

CNET 2026 consists of 120 MCQs to be answered in 140 minutes. The exam is conducted offline using an OMR sheet. It is bilingual in English and Hindi. There is no negative marking for wrong answers.

What is the ABVMU CNET 2026 application fee?

The CNET 2026 application fee is INR 3,000 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, and PwD candidates pay INR 2,000. The UPGET 2026 application fee follows the same structure.

Is direct admission or management quota available at ABVMU-affiliated colleges?

Direct admission is not available at any ABVMU-affiliated government medical or nursing college. All government seats are filled through centralised counselling. ABVMU also explicitly bars direct admission for all CAHET allied health seats. Private ABVMU-affiliated colleges may have management quota seats under DMET UP rules.

How is counselling fee structured for ABVMU B.Sc Nursing admission?

Candidates must pay three charges during ABVMU nursing counselling. The registration fee is INR 500. The security deposit is INR 5,000. The seat confirmation fee is INR 40,000. These are paid after seat allotment and before reporting to the college.

Which allied health UG courses do not require an entrance exam for ABVMU admission?

Allied health UG courses including B.PT, B.OT, B.MLS, B.AOTT, B.MRIT, B.RTT, B.Optom, B.ASLP, BMLT, CT-MRI, and BMM do not require an entrance exam. Admission is merit-based on Class 12 marks with Z-score normalisation across boards. PG allied health courses like MPT and MOT require the CAHET PG entrance exam.

When does ABVMU MD MS admission counselling begin in 2026?

NEET PG 2026 result is expected by September 30, 2026. DMET UP state quota counselling for MD and MS seats is expected to begin in November 2026. MCC All India Quota counselling dates will be announced on mcc.nic.in after the result.

What is the minimum eligibility percentage for B.Sc Nursing at ABVMU?

Candidates from the General, OBC, and EWS categories must have a minimum of 45% marks in Class 12 with PCB and English. SC and ST candidates require a minimum of 40%. Candidates must also be 17 years or above as of December 31, 2026.

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

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per year)	INR 60,000
Total Fees (2 Years)	INR 1,20,000

Component

Amount (INR)

Tuition Fee (per year)

INR 60,000

Total Fees (2 Years)

INR 1,20,000

ABVMU P.B.B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026

Event	Date
CNET 2026 Examination	6 June 2026
CNET 2026 Result Declaration	13 June 2026
Round 1 Counselling Registration Closes	18 June 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment	21 June 2026
Round 1 Reporting Closes	1 July 2026
Round 2 Counselling Registration Closes	11 July 2026
Round 2 Seat Allotment	14 July 2026
Round 2 Reporting Closes	20 July 2026
Mop-up Round Registration Closes	31 July 2026
Mop-up Seat Allotment	1 August 2026
Class Commencement	1 August 2026

P.B.B.Sc Nursing and B.Sc Nursing counselling is managed jointly by ABVMU through the CNET merit list.

Verify INC recognition of the allotted college before accepting the seat.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) from an INC-recognised institution with minimum 50% aggregate marks.

Currently registered as a nurse or midwife with the UP State Nursing Council or any State Nursing Council in India.

Minimum 2 years of work experience as a staff nurse or midwife after obtaining GNM registration.

Passed 10+2 with English as a subject that must have been individually passed.

Admission Process

Appear in the CNET 2026 conducted by ABVMU at centres across Uttar Pradesh.

Check CNET result and qualifying status on www.abvmuup.edu.in after result declaration.

Fill and lock nursing college preferences using the P.B.B.Sc Nursing seat matrix on the ABVMU portal.

Accept the allotted seat and pay the seat confirmation fee of INR 40,000 online within the window.

Report to the allotted college for document verification with GNM certificate, registration certificate, experience certificate, and 10+2 marksheet.

✓ Opt for this if

A GNM-qualified nurse targeting a degree upgrade for career growth.
Working in a UP government hospital where degree-level posting eligibility is needed.
Looking for INC-recognised degree at regulated government fee levels.
Planning to pursue M.Sc Nursing through CNET PG after completion.
Eligible for UP Post Matric Scholarship to offset tuition cost.

✗ Skip if

Not yet registered as a nurse with any State Nursing Council.
Have fewer than 2 years of post-GNM nursing work experience.
Prefer a nursing degree from outside Uttar Pradesh.
Seeking a programme with dedicated international nursing placement support.

ABVMU P.B.B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
UP Post Matric Scholarship	Tuition reimbursement plus maintenance allowance	SC/ST/OBC/minority UP-domicile students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakh per annum
NSP Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	INR 30,000 per year	Students with 50%+ in qualifying exam and family income below INR 4.5 Lakh per annum
PM Scholarship for CAPF Dependents	INR 2,500 to 3,000 per month	Wards of CRPF, CISF, BSF, ITBP, Coast Guard, and NSG personnel

Apply for UP scholarships at scholarship.up.gov.in before the annual deadline.

ABVMU P.B.B.Sc Nursing FAQs

Ques. Who is eligible for P.B.B.Sc Nursing at ABVMU?

Ans. Candidates must hold a GNM diploma from an INC-recognised institution with minimum 50% marks, be registered as a nurse or midwife with any State Nursing Council, and have at least two years of post-registration work experience. English must have been passed in 10+2. Admission is based on CNET 2026 merit rank. The P.B.B.Sc is exclusively for working nurses seeking a degree-level qualification.

Ques. What is the difference between B.Sc Nursing and P.B.B.Sc Nursing?

Ans. B.Sc Nursing is a four-year programme for 10+2 PCB students, while P.B.B.Sc Nursing is a two-year post-basic degree exclusively for GNM-registered working nurses. Both programmes use the CNET exam but have separate seat matrices and eligibility criteria. P.B.B.Sc bridges the GNM to degree level, enabling M.Sc Nursing entry and senior hospital positions.

Ques. What are the total fees for P.B.B.Sc Nursing at ABVMU?

Ans. Annual tuition at ABVMU-affiliated government nursing colleges is INR 60,000, making the two-year total INR 1,20,000. Private affiliated colleges charge higher fees per the Fee Regulatory Committee. A seat confirmation deposit of INR 40,000 is paid during counselling and adjusted against tuition at college. SC/ST/OBC UP-domicile students may receive tuition reimbursement through the UP Post Matric Scholarship.

Ques. Can I pursue M.Sc Nursing after P.B.B.Sc Nursing from ABVMU?

Ans. Yes. The INC recognises P.B.B.Sc Nursing as equivalent to B.Sc Nursing for postgraduate nursing admission. After completing the course and accumulating the required work experience, graduates can appear in CNET PG or equivalent state nursing PG entrance exams for specialisations such as Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, or Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing. Confirm M.Sc eligibility conditions with the specific college at the time of applying.

Ques. What career options open up after P.B.B.Sc Nursing from ABVMU?

Ans. P.B.B.Sc graduates gain degree-level status enabling senior staff nurse and nursing officer posts in government hospitals, AIIMS, ESIC, and armed forces medical services. Graduates are eligible for nursing officer recruitment under UPSC and state PSC examinations that require B.Sc Nursing. Teaching posts in nursing schools also become accessible. International nursing in the UK, Canada, and Gulf countries requiring degree-level qualifications is attainable after clearing respective licensing board requirements.

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