The Uttar Pradesh Common Nursing Entrance Test (UP CNET) 2025 is scheduled to be held on May 21, 2025. In this article, we have covered all the important details regarding the UP CNET Admit Card 2025. As the admit card has been released, candidates can now download their hall ticket from the official websites — abvmuup.edu.in and abvmucet25.co.in. We have also provided direct links to essential resources to help candidates access them easily and prepare effectively for the examination.
UP CNET 2025 Exam Details
The UP Common Nursing Entrance Test (UP CNET) is a state-level entrance examination conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh. This exam helps candidates secure admission into the B.Sc Nursing (4-year) program offered by top nursing colleges in Uttar Pradesh. Some of these colleges include SGPGIMS Lucknow, KGMU Lucknow, RMLIMS Lucknow, UPUMS Saifai, LLRM Meerut, and others. To check the complete list of ABVMU-affiliated colleges, visit: ABVMU Affiliated Colleges List.
The exam for the academic session 2025–26 will be conducted by ABVMU on May 21, 2025. Approximately 1 lakh candidates have enrolled this year, whereas the previous year the number was between 50,000 and 60,000. This shows a nearly 100% increase in registrations, indicating a significant rise in competition as well.
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| UP CNET 2025 Exam | May 21, 2025 | Scheduled | – |
| Admit Card Release | May 14, 2025 | Released | M.SC Nursing, Post Basic Nursing, B.SC Nursing |
| Result Announcement | To be released | To be announced | Available Soon |
Vacancy Distribution for UP CNET 2025
UP CNET 2025 facilitates admission to approximately 5,000 B.Sc. Nursing and Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing seats across government and private colleges affiliated with ABVMU, SGPGIMS, KGMU, RMLIMS, UPUMS, and LLRM.
| Program | Seats (Approx.) | Affiliated Colleges |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc. Nursing (4 Years) | 4,000 | ABVMU, KGMU, RMLIMS, UPUMS, Private Colleges |
| Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing (2 Years) | 1,000 | ABVMU, SGPGIMS, LLRM, Private Colleges |
Reservations include 5% for PwD (40%–50% locomotor disability) and 10% for EWS, per Uttar Pradesh government norms. Exact seat numbers will be confirmed during counselling in August 2025.
How to Download UP CNET Admit Card 2025?
Follow these steps to download the UP CNET Admit Card 2025:
- Visit abvmuup.edu.in or abvmucet25.co.in.
- Click the “CNET 2025 Admit Card” link under the Admissions section.
- Log in with your registration ID and date of birth.
- Verify details like name, exam center, and reporting time on the hall ticket.
- Download and print a hard copy of the admit card.
- Contact ABVMU at 0522-2354683 if details are incorrect.
Admit cards must be signed by the invigilator during the exam for counselling verification. Arrive 30 minutes early at the exam center.
Documents Required for UP CNET 2025 Exam
Bring these documents to the exam center:
- Printed UP CNET Admit Card 2025 (signed by the invigilator during the exam).
- Government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, or passport, original and copy).
- Two recent passport-size photographs (same as uploaded during registration).
- PwD or EWS certificate, if applicable.
No candidate will be allowed to enter without the admit card and ID. Hand over the question booklet and OMR sheet to the invigilator before leaving.
Exam Day Instructions for UP CNET 2025
Follow these guidelines on May 21, 2025:
- Arrive at the exam center 30 minutes before the start time.
- Carry only the admit card, ID proof, and photographs; no electronic devices allowed.
- Maintain discipline in the exam hall to avoid disqualification.
- Do not leave the hall before the exam ends (2 hours).
- Report discrepancies in the question paper immediately to the invigilator.
List of UP CNET 2025 Exam Cities
While the official notification and the admit card will contain the exact details of the exam centers, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU) has released a tentative list of 20 cities where the UP CNET 2025 exam is expected to be conducted.
| S.No | Exam City |
|---|---|
| 1 | Agra |
| 2 | Aligarh |
| 3 | Ayodhya |
| 4 | Azamgarh |
| 5 | Bareilly |
| 6 | Basti |
| 7 | Banda |
| 8 | Ghaziabad |
| 9 | Gonda |
| 10 | Gorakhpur |
| 11 | Jhansi |
| 12 | Kanpur |
| 13 | Lucknow |
| 14 | Meerut |
| 15 | Mirzapur |
| 16 | Moradabad |
| 17 | Prayagraj |
| 18 | Saharanpur |
| 19 | Varanasi |
| 20 | Gautam Buddha Nagar |
What’s Next After the UP CNET 2025 Exam
Once the exam is successfully conducted, ABVMU will release a provisional answer key to help candidates assess their performance. Following this, a window will be opened on the official website for candidates who wish to raise objections if they are not satisfied with any of the responses. The objection window typically remains open for 4 to 6 days, and candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their objections within the deadline specified by the university.
After the objection window closes, the official results will be announced, reflecting the actual scores of the candidates. Based on these results, eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the next phase of the counselling process via SMS and email using their registered mobile numbers.
FAQs
The UP CNET Admit Card 2025 was released on May 14, 2025, at abvmuup.edu.in & abvmucet25.co.in.
Admit card, photo ID, two passport-size photographs, and reservation certificates if applicable.
No, a hard copy of the admit card is mandatory for entry to the exam hall.
Visit abvmuup.edu.in, log in with your registration ID and date of birth, and download the hall ticket.
