CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027: Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Marks, Eligibility & Preparation
If you are a GNM-qualified nursing student planning to pursue Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing in Uttar Pradesh, then CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027 is an important entrance exam to prepare for.
The Common Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) is conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh for admission to the 2-year Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing course in the applicable government and private nursing colleges affiliated with ABVMU. The 2026 bulletin clearly states that admission to the Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing course is through CNET and that direct admission is not allowed under this process. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
For 2027 aspirants, the most important questions are:
- What is the CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027 syllabus?
- How many questions are asked?
- What is the CNET Post Basic Nursing exam pattern?
- Is there negative marking?
- Which subjects carry the maximum marks?
- Is the syllabus based on GNM?
- What is the eligibility?
- How should you prepare for CNET Post Basic Nursing 2027?
This complete guide answers all of these questions.
CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027 – Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|
| Exam Name | Common Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) |
| Course | Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing |
| Course Duration | 2 Years |
| Conducting Authority | Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Uttar Pradesh |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Question Type | MCQ |
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Exam Duration | 140 Minutes |
| Answer Sheet | OMR |
| Medium | English |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Syllabus Level | GNM Course Level |
| Application Mode | Online |
| 2027 Exam Date | To Be Announced |
The official 2026 bulletin specifies 120 MCQs, 120 marks, 140 minutes and no negative marking, with the paper conducted through an OMR sheet. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027 Exam Date
The CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027 exam date has not been officially announced yet.
For reference, the latest official 2026 bulletin gave the following schedule:
| Event | CNET 2026 |
|---|
| Application Form | 28 March 2026 |
| Last Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Correction Window | 13–20 May 2026 |
| Admit Card | 30 May 2026 |
| Entrance Exam | 6 June 2026 |
| Exam Time | 11:00 AM – 1:20 PM |
| Result | 2nd Week of June 2026 |
These dates are 2026 dates only and should not be presented as confirmed 2027 dates. The official bulletin gives 6 June 2026 as the entrance examination date. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
CNET Post Basic Nursing 2027 Schedule
| Event | 2027 Status |
|---|
| Official Notification | To Be Announced |
| Application Form | To Be Announced |
| Last Date | To Be Announced |
| Correction Window | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card | To Be Announced |
| Entrance Exam | To Be Announced |
| Result | To Be Announced |
| Counselling | To Be Announced |
Students should wait for the official ABVMU 2027 notification before relying on any exact date.
What is CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing?
CNET stands for Common Nursing Entrance Test.
For Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, ABVMU conducts CNET for admission to the 2-year Post Basic B.Sc Nursing programme.
According to the official bulletin, the examination is applicable for admission to the relevant government/private nursing colleges affiliated with ABVMU, and admission is through CNET rather than direct admission. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
ABVMU's current website also lists B.Sc Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc Nursing and M.Sc Nursing/NPCC under its Common Nursing Entrance Test. ABVMU
CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027 Eligibility
According to the latest official bulletin, candidates need to fulfil the prescribed educational and nursing-registration requirements.
Basic Eligibility
| Requirement | Details |
|---|
| Minimum Age | 17 years |
| 10+2 | Required |
| GNM | Required |
| RN/RM Registration | Required |
| Nursing Council | UP Nurses & Midwives Council as specified |
| Medical Fitness | Required |
| Citizenship | Indian |
The 2026 bulletin states that candidates should have passed Higher Secondary/Senior Secondary/Intermediate/10+2 or an equivalent examination recognized by the university and should possess a GNM certificate with R.N.R.M. registration as specified. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
Important Note for 2027
The 2026 bulletin uses 31 December 2026 as the minimum-age cut-off. For the 2027 cycle, the corresponding cut-off should be checked in the official 2027 notification rather than assuming the 2026 date remains unchanged.
Is GNM Compulsory for CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing?
Yes, according to the latest official bulletin.
Candidates are required to have a General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) certificate and registration as R.N.R.M. with the State Nurses Registration Council of Uttar Pradesh, as specified in the bulletin. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|
| 10+2 / Equivalent | Required |
| GNM Certificate | Required |
| RN/RM Registration | Required |
| Medical Fitness | Required after selection |
CNET Post Basic Nursing 2027 Exam Pattern
Now comes the most important part for preparation.
The latest official pattern is:
CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing Exam Pattern
| Exam Parameter | Details |
|---|
| Mode | Offline |
| Type | Objective / MCQ |
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Duration | 140 Minutes |
| Medium | English |
| Answer Sheet | OMR |
| Correct Answer | +1 |
| Incorrect Answer | 0 |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Syllabus Level | GNM Course Level |
The official bulletin states that each single correct response carries 1 mark and there is no negative marking for incorrect or multiple responses. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
CNET Post Basic Nursing 2027 Section-Wise Exam Pattern
The paper is divided into three sections: A, B and C.
| Section | Marks | Weightage |
|---|
| Section A | 66 | 55% |
| Section B | 36 | 30% |
| Section C | 18 | 15% |
| Total | 120 | 100% |
This distribution is explicitly given in the official 2026 bulletin. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
The biggest takeaway for students:
Section A carries 66 out of 120 marks.
That means more than half of the examination comes from the core nursing subjects.
CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027 Syllabus
The official bulletin gives a very important clarification:
So, if you are preparing for CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, your primary preparation should be based on your GNM-level nursing subjects. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
CNET Post Basic Nursing Syllabus – Section A
Section A – 66 Marks
Section A is the highest-weightage section of the examination.
| No. | Subject |
|---|
| 1 | Medical Surgical Nursing |
| 2 | Community Health Nursing |
| 3 | Mental Health Nursing |
| 4 | Child Health Nursing |
| 5 | Midwifery & Gynaecological Nursing |
| Total | 66 Marks |
These five subjects are directly listed under Section A in the official bulletin. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
1. Medical Surgical Nursing
Medical Surgical Nursing is one of the major subjects in CNET Post Basic Nursing.
For preparation, students should revise their complete GNM-level Medical Surgical Nursing syllabus rather than preparing only selected chapters.
2. Community Health Nursing
Community Health Nursing is also included in Section A.
Revise the complete GNM-level concepts taught during your nursing programme.
3. Mental Health Nursing
Mental Health Nursing is another core subject included in Section A.
Focus on the concepts covered during GNM-level psychiatric and mental health nursing.
4. Child Health Nursing
Child Health Nursing is included in the 66-mark section.
A complete revision of GNM-level Child Health Nursing is recommended.
5. Midwifery & Gynaecological Nursing
Midwifery & Gynaecological Nursing completes Section A.
This subject should receive proper preparation time because Section A has the highest overall weightage.
CNET Post Basic Nursing Syllabus – Section B
Section B – 36 Marks
Section B consists of basic sciences, nursing foundations and behavioural sciences.
| No. | Subject | Components |
|---|
| 1 | Bio Sciences | Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology |
| 2 | Nursing Foundations | Fundamentals of Nursing, First Aid |
| 3 | Behavioural Sciences | Psychology, Sociology |
| Total | | 36 Marks |
This complete structure is given in the official CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing bulletin. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
Bio Sciences
Prepare:
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Microbiology
Nursing Foundations
Prepare:
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- First Aid
Behavioural Sciences
Prepare:
CNET Post Basic Nursing Syllabus – Section C
Section C – 18 Marks
Section C contains several supporting and professional nursing subjects.
| No. | Subject |
|---|
| 1 | Computer Education |
| 2 | English |
| 3 | Nursing Education |
| 4 | Introduction to Research & Statistics |
| 5 | Professional Trends & Adjustments |
| 6 | Nursing Administration & Ward Management |
| Total | 18 Marks |
All six areas are specifically listed in the official bulletin. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027 Complete Syllabus
For quick revision, here is the entire syllabus in one table:
| Section | Subject |
|---|
| A | Medical Surgical Nursing |
| A | Community Health Nursing |
| A | Mental Health Nursing |
| A | Child Health Nursing |
| A | Midwifery & Gynaecological Nursing |
| B | Anatomy & Physiology |
| B | Microbiology |
| B | Fundamentals of Nursing |
| B | First Aid |
| B | Psychology |
| B | Sociology |
| C | Computer Education |
| C | English |
| C | Nursing Education |
| C | Introduction to Research & Statistics |
| C | Professional Trends & Adjustments |
| C | Nursing Administration & Ward Management |
Syllabus Level: GNM Course Level. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
Which Section is Most Important in CNET Post Basic Nursing?
If we look purely at marks distribution:
| Priority | Section | Marks |
|---|
| 🔴 Highest | Section A | 66 |
| 🟠 High | Section B | 36 |
| 🟡 Important | Section C | 18 |
Preparation Priority
Section A → Section B → Section C
However, this does not mean that Section C should be skipped.
A few additional correct answers from Section C can become important when two candidates have similar scores.
CNET Post Basic Nursing 2027 Tie-Breaking Rule
This is an interesting point that many preparation articles miss.
According to the latest official bulletin, if two or more candidates obtain equal marks, inter-se merit is determined in this order:
| Priority | Tie-Breaking Factor |
|---|
| 1 | Higher marks in Section A |
| 2 | Higher marks in Section B |
| 3 | Higher marks in Section C |
| 4 | Higher age / older candidate |
15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
This makes Section A even more important from a merit perspective.
CNET Post Basic Nursing 2027: No Negative Marking
One of the biggest advantages of the current pattern is that there is no negative marking.
| Response | Marks |
|---|
| Correct | +1 |
| Incorrect | 0 |
| Multiple Response | 0 |
| Unattempted | 0 |
The official 2026 bulletin explicitly states that there is no negative marking for incorrect or multiple responses. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
What does this mean for preparation?
You should still focus on accuracy, but unlike exams with negative marking, you do not lose marks for an incorrect response under the current pattern.
How to Prepare for CNET Post Basic Nursing 2027?
If you are starting preparation now, don't try to study all 18 subjects with equal intensity from Day 1.
Use the marks distribution strategically.
Step 1: Complete Section A First
Start with:
- Medical Surgical Nursing
- Community Health Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Child Health Nursing
- Midwifery & Gynaecological Nursing
These areas account for 66 marks.
Step 2: Revise GNM Notes
Since the official syllabus is at GNM course level, your GNM notes and textbooks should form the foundation of your preparation.
Step 3: Practice MCQs After Every Topic
Don't wait until the entire syllabus is completed.
A better cycle is:
Concept → Notes → MCQs → Mistake Analysis → Revision
Step 4: Give Special Attention to Section B
After completing Section A, move to:
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Microbiology
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- First Aid
- Psychology
- Sociology
Together these form 36 marks.
Step 5: Finish Section C
Finally revise:
- Computer Education
- English
- Nursing Education
- Research & Statistics
- Professional Trends & Adjustments
- Nursing Administration & Ward Management
CNET Post Basic Nursing Preparation with Nursing Gurukul
For students preparing specifically for CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, Nursing Gurukul already has a dedicated content category covering CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027 and related preparation resources. Its exam directory also lists ABVMU as the Uttar Pradesh state-level board conducting CNET for B.Sc Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc Nursing and M.Sc Nursing. NURSING GURUKUL
Nursing Gurukul's existing CNET preparation content also focuses on model papers, test series, previous-year questions and practice mocks, which can be combined with the official syllabus for preparation. NURSING GURUKUL
A practical preparation combination:
| Resource | How to Use |
|---|
| GNM Notes | Concept revision |
| Nursing Gurukul Classes | Topic explanation |
| Nursing Gurukul Notes | Quick revision |
| Topic-wise MCQs | Daily practice |
| PYQs | Understand question style |
| Model Papers | Practice |
| Mock Tests | Time management |
| Mistake Notebook | Repeated revision |
CNET Post Basic Nursing 2027 Exam Strategy
Because you get 140 minutes for 120 questions, the average available time is roughly 70 seconds per question.
Therefore, speed matters.
During preparation:
First Round:Learn concepts.
Second Round:Solve topic-wise MCQs.
Third Round:Attempt mixed-subject tests.
Final Round:Attempt full-length 120-question mocks within the actual time limit.
CNET Post Basic Nursing 2027 Application Process
The 2026 bulletin describes the application process as completely online.
The basic flow was:
Registration → Login → Personal Information → Address → Educational Qualification & Centre Preference → Live Photo/Photo/Signature/Verification Sheet → Preview → Fee Payment → Final Submission. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
Candidates were required to provide three examination-city preferences in the 2026 application process, although the final allotted centre could change for administrative reasons. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
CNET Post Basic Nursing 2027 Exam Centres
The 2026 bulletin listed 20 possible examination cities:
| No. | City | No. | City |
|---|
| 1 | Agra | 11 | Jhansi |
| 2 | Aligarh | 12 | Kanpur |
| 3 | Ayodhya | 13 | Lucknow |
| 4 | Azamgarh | 14 | Meerut |
| 5 | Bareilly | 15 | Mirzapur |
| 6 | Basti | 16 | Moradabad |
| 7 | Banda | 17 | Prayagraj |
| 8 | Ghaziabad | 18 | Saharanpur |
| 9 | Gonda | 19 | Varanasi |
| 10 | Gorakhpur | 20 | Gautam Buddha Nagar |
The bulletin also notes that examination cities may change for administrative reasons. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
2027 centres should be confirmed from the official notification.
CNET Post Basic Nursing 2027 Result & Counselling
The merit list is prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the entrance examination.
The 2026 bulletin states that a combined merit list and category-wise merit list are prepared. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
Admission Process
CNET Exam → Result → Merit List → Counselling → College Allotment → Admission
The college allotment is done through counselling on the basis of the Post Basic B.Sc Nursing CNET merit list. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
Important Exam-Day Information
The 2026 bulletin specified:
| Exam-Day Point | Details |
|---|
| Reporting Time | 9:00 AM |
| Exam Start | 11:00 AM |
| Entry Cut-off | 10:15 AM |
| Biometric | Mandatory |
| Exam Mode | OMR |
| Pen | Provided at centre |
| Admit Card | Colour print required |
The bulletin also states that candidates cannot enter after the prescribed entry cut-off and that biometric capture is mandatory. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
Candidates should carry only the items permitted by the official instructions; the 2026 bulletin prohibited mobile phones, calculators, watches, bags, electronic devices and several other items inside the centre. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027 – Important Points
| Question | Answer |
|---|
| Course | Post Basic B.Sc Nursing |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Exam | CNET |
| Conducting Authority | ABVMU |
| Questions | 120 |
| Marks | 120 |
| Duration | 140 Minutes |
| Mode | Offline OMR |
| Medium | English |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Syllabus | GNM Level |
| Section A | 66 Marks |
| Section B | 36 Marks |
| Section C | 18 Marks |
| GNM Required | Yes, as per 2026 bulletin |
| RN/RM Registration | Required as specified |
| 2027 Exam Date | To Be Announced |
FAQs – CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027
What is the CNET Post Basic B.Sc Nursing 2027 syllabus?
The latest official syllabus is based on the GNM course level and is divided into three sections carrying 66, 36 and 18 marks. 15 July, 26 English P.B.B.Sc. N…
How many questions are there in CNET Post Basic Nursing?
There are 120 MCQs according to the latest official pattern.
How many marks is the CNET Post Basic Nursing exam?
The exam carries 120 marks.
Is there negative marking?
No, according to the latest 2026 official bulletin.
What is the duration of the exam?
The exam duration is 140 minutes.
Which section has the highest weightage?
Section A, with 66 marks.
Is GNM compulsory for Post Basic B.Sc Nursing?
According to the latest official bulletin, candidates should have a GNM certificate and RN/RM registration as specified.
What is the medium of CNET Post Basic Nursing?
The 2026 bulletin specifies English.
Is the CNET Post Basic Nursing exam online?
No. The current pattern is offline and OMR-based.
When will CNET Post Basic Nursing 2027 exam be conducted?
The official 2027 date is yet to be announced.