UP GNM Exam Date 2026 (UPGET): Application Form, Eligibility, Schedule

UP GNM Exam Date 2026 (UPGET): Application Form, Eligibility, Schedule

UP GNM Entrance Test (UPGET) will be held on 16 June 2026 (Tuesday) in offline mode. The exam timing is 11:00 AM to 1:20 PM and the test will be organised across multiple cities in Uttar Pradesh.

UPGET 2026 is conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh for admission to the 3‑year General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course in government and approved private institutes for the academic year 2026–27.

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UP GNM Entrance Test 2026 Overview

Before diving into details, here is a quick snapshot of the exam.

UP GNM Exam Date 2026 and Important Dates

Here is the complete official schedule for UPGET 2026 so you can track every key deadline.

UP GNM Application Fee 2026

The application fee is different for categories and must be paid online only.

Step-by-Step Process to Fill UPGET 2026 Form

Here’s a simple step guide so you don’t get stuck in the middle.

• Go to the official website abvmuup.edu.in and open the UP GNM Entrance Test (UPGET 2026) registration link.
• Complete new registration with your name, date of birth, mobile number and email ID and verify with OTP.
• Login using the generated credentials and fill all personal, communication and educational details very carefully.
• Upload the required documents - recent passport size photo with white background, signature and other certificates as per the instructions.
• Pay the application fee online through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI and submit the form.
• Download and print the confirmation page and keep it safe till admission is over.

ABVMU also insists on a clear front‑facing photo with white background and some specific details printed, so don’t casually upload any random selfie.

UP GNM Eligibility Criteria 2026

Before filling the form, cross‑check these key eligibility points.

• Age limit: You must be at least 17 years old on or before 31 December 2026; there is no upper age limit as per the notification.
• Citizenship: Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply.

Educational qualification (main rules):

• Passed 10+2 with English and at least 40% aggregate marks from a recognised board.
• Candidates who have completed 10+2 in Vocational ANM or healthcare science stream with minimum 40% marks are also eligible.
• Registered ANMs (Auxiliary Nurse Midwives) who have successfully completed their course can apply.
• Students from recognised State Open Schools and NIOS are considered eligible if they meet the mark conditions.
• SC/ST candidates get 5% relaxation in total marks, as per the norms.
• You must be medically fit as per the standards mentioned in the information bulletin.

If you are slightly on the borderline with your 12th percentage, especially close to 40%, recheck your marks and category relaxation twice.

UP GNM Exam Pattern 2026

Knowing the pattern properly makes preparation much easier and more focused.

Key points:

• Mode: Offline exam using OMR sheet and black ballpoint pen.
• Duration: 140 minutes (2 hours 20 minutes) from 11:00 AM to 1:20 PM.
• Medium: Question paper will be in English and Hindi (bilingual).
• Questions: 100 objective type MCQs.
• Marking scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer, and no negative marking for wrong answers.
• Reporting time: You must report by around 9:00 AM, and no entry is allowed after 10:15 AM.

Section‑wise breakup:

So Science carries the maximum weightage, but ignoring GK or English can still seriously pull down your overall score.

UP GNM Exam Date 2026 - Important Instructions for Exam Day

A lot of candidates lose marks not because of knowledge, but due to silly exam‑day mistakes.

Keep these points in mind:

• Reach the centre well before the reporting time; no entry after 10:15 AM.
• Carry your UPGET 2026 admit card, valid photo ID (Aadhaar, voter ID etc.) and other documents mentioned in the admit card.
• Use only the black ballpoint pen as instructed for filling the OMR sheet.
• Fill your roll number, booklet number and other OMR details very carefully; wrong bubbling can cancel even a good paper.
• Do not carry mobile phones, smart watches, notes or any banned items inside the examination hall; follow invigilator instructions strictly.