Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
UPUMS Etawah offers a 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme at its Saifai campus in Uttar Pradesh, one of the few government medical universities in the state with a dedicated nursing faculty. Admission to the 60 seats is through the UP Combined Nursing Entrance Test (CNET), with total course fees of INR 67,000 for the full programme. Ranked 192 in NIRF 2025 Medical, the university’s large teaching hospital provides clinical exposure across all major specialties.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Stray Round begins 24 July 2026.
UPUMS Etawah B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (4-year total) | INR 67,000 |
| Hostel Charges (per year, optional) | INR 28,800 to INR 43,200 |
| Total Fees (excluding hostel) | INR 67,000 |
- INR 67,000 covers the entire four-year programme and is not a per-year figure.
- Hostel rooms are charged at INR 2,400 to INR 3,600 per month based on room type.
- Fee revisions are governed by UP government norms and notified at the start of each session.
UPUMS Etawah B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CNET 2026 Examination | 6 June 2026 |
| CNET 2026 Result Declaration | 13 June 2026 |
| CNET Round 1 Counselling Begins | 29 June 2026 |
| CNET Round 2 Seat Acceptance Closes | 20 July 2026 |
| Stray Round Seat Matrix Release | 24 July 2026 |
| Stray Round Seat Allotment | 1 August 2026 |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- CNET 2026 was conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow.
- Round 1 and Round 2 counselling were completed by 20 July 2026.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognised board with minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST candidates)
- Valid CNET 2026 score and eligibility as per ABVMU notification for the current cycle
- Minimum age of 17 years on the date of admission as per Indian Nursing Council norms
Admission Process
- Register and appear for the UP CNET examination conducted annually by ABVMU
- Download scorecard and check merit rank on the official ABVMU portal after result declaration
- Register for CNET online counselling by paying the prescribed counselling registration fee
- Fill in college and programme preferences in order of priority during the choice filling window
- Accept the allotted seat within the deadline and pay the requisite admission fee online
- Report to UPUMS Etawah with original documents for physical verification and enrolment
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking nursing from a government medical university at very low total cost
- Wanting clinical training at a high-volume tertiary care teaching hospital
- Planning a career in UP state or central government health services
- Comfortable with a campus-based lifestyle in a semi-urban setting
✗ Skip if
- Needing strong placement support in metro cities like Delhi or Mumbai
- Preferring a campus close to a large urban centre
- Looking for nursing programmes with formal industry or hospital tie-ups
UPUMS Etawah B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC | Up to full fee reimbursement | SC/ST/OBC category with valid income and caste certificate |
| Central Sector Scholarship Scheme | INR 12,000 per year | Family income below INR 8 Lakhs annually |
| UP Government Merit Scholarship | Varies by year | Merit rank holders domiciled in Uttar Pradesh |
- Applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- SC/ST students may be eligible for full fee reimbursement under UP government norms.
UPUMS Etawah B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What CNET rank is required for B.Sc Nursing at UPUMS Etawah?
Ans. The CNET cutoff rank for B.Sc Nursing at UPUMS Etawah varies each year depending on the number of applicants and seat distribution across categories. With 60 seats across General, OBC, SC, and ST quotas, competition is moderate. Candidates should monitor the official ABVMU portal after the Stray Round seat matrix is released on 24 July 2026 for the latest seat availability and category-wise data.
Ques. What hostel facilities are available for nursing students at UPUMS?
Ans. UPUMS provides on-campus hostel accommodation at its Saifai campus with separate facilities for male and female students. Monthly charges are INR 2,400 for double-seated rooms and INR 3,600 for single rooms. The campus includes a mess, library, sports grounds, and a health centre, which is especially useful given the university’s location in Etawah district, away from major city centres.
Ques. Is the B.Sc Nursing degree from UPUMS recognised for government jobs?
Ans. Yes, B.Sc Nursing from UPUMS Etawah is recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the UP Nurses and Midwives Registration Council. Graduates are eligible for nursing posts in UP state hospitals, ESIC, and Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) facilities. The degree also qualifies graduates to appear for M.Sc Nursing entrance examinations conducted by universities across India.
Ques. What clinical departments are nursing students posted to at UPUMS?
Ans. UPUMS Teaching Hospital is a multi-specialty tertiary care centre offering clinical postings in medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, orthopaedics, psychiatry, and intensive care units. Nursing students rotate through these departments over the four years of the programme. The hospital’s high patient volume and case variety give students hands-on experience that is difficult to match at smaller institutions.
Ques. Are scholarships available for SC/ST students at UPUMS B.Sc Nursing?
Ans. SC/ST students can apply for Post-matric Scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal, which covers tuition fees and provides a maintenance allowance. UPUMS follows UP government norms for fee reimbursement for reserved category students. Applicants must have a valid caste certificate, income certificate (family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum), and bank account details ready when applying through scholarships.gov.in.
Ques. Can non-UP domicile students apply for UPUMS B.Sc Nursing?
Ans. CNET counselling is primarily for UP state quota seats, which require UP domicile. UPUMS may allocate a limited number of seats to non-state candidates depending on the admission notification for the cycle. Candidates from outside Uttar Pradesh should verify their eligibility in the ABVMU 2026 CNET prospectus before applying, as domicile conditions may apply to all rounds including the Stray Round.