UP GNM Entrance Exam 2025: Notification Released, Apply Online Now

Age Limit for UP GNM Entrance Exam 2025

1. Minimum Age: 17 Years (as on or before 31st December 2025)
2. Maximum Age: No upper age limit specified
3. Note: Candidates must be medically fit. PwD candidates with 40–50% loco-motor disability (lower limb) are eligible as per norms.

What is UP GNM?

UP GNM stands for Uttar Pradesh General Nursing and Midwifery. It is a 3-year diploma course in the field of nursing, designed to train candidates in providing basic healthcare services and midwifery assistance. Admission to this course in private institutions across Uttar Pradesh is conducted through the UP GNM Entrance Test (UPGET), organized by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow. This program prepares students to work as general nurses in hospitals, clinics, and community health centers.

Selection Process for UP GNM Entrance Exam 2025

Stages of Selection:

• Entrance Examination: Candidates must appear for the offline entrance test conducted by ABVMU. The exam will be OMR-based with 100 MCQs covering Science, General Knowledge, and English.
• Merit List Preparation: A combined and category-wise merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the entrance exam.
• Counselling Process: Qualified candidates will be invited for online counselling and seat allotment as per their rank and preferences.
• Document Verification: Selected candidates must present original documents for verification during or after counselling.
• Medical Fitness: Final admission will be subject to medical fitness. PwD candidates must be verified by a designated medical board.
  
  

Important Points:

• No negative marking in the entrance test.
• Tie-breaking criteria include higher marks in Science, then English, then General Knowledge, followed by older age and Class 10th marks.
• Admission will be granted strictly based on UPGET 2025 rank through counselling only. No direct admissions allowed.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus – UP GNM Entrance Exam 2025

Exam Pattern:

• Mode of Exam: Offline (OMR-based)
• Type of Questions: Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions)
• Total Questions: 100 MCQs
• Total Marks: 100 Marks
• Duration: 140 Minutes (2 hours 20 minutes)
• Marking Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer; No negative marking
• Medium of Exam: Bilingual (English & Hindi)

Syllabus Breakdown:

Minimum Qualifying Marks:

• General Category: 50th percentile
• General – PwD: 45th percentile
• SC / ST / OBC: 45th percentile
• SC / ST / OBC – PwD: 45th percentile

How to Apply for UP GNM Entrance Exam 2025

1. Visit the official website: www.abvmuup.edu.in.
2. Click on the “UP GNM Entrance Test (UPGET) 2025” link.
3. Register using your valid email ID and mobile number. Verification will be done via OTP.
4. Login using the registration credentials and start filling the application form.
5. Enter your personal details, address, educational qualifications, and exam city preferences.
6. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and verification sheet.
7. Pay the application fee online via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
8. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
   
   

Photo and Signature Upload Guidelines:

• Photograph: Passport-size, front-facing with white background, both ears visible, no spectacles.
• Format: JPG
• Size: 50 KB to 200 KB
• Dimensions: 4.5 cm x 3.5 cm
• Note: Name and date (DD/MM/YY) must be printed on the photograph.
• Signature: On plain white paper with black ballpoint pen in running handwriting (no capital letters).
• Signature Format: JPG | Size: 50 KB to 200 KB

Preparation Tips for UP GNM Entrance Exam 2025

• Understand the Exam Pattern: Focus on Science (Class 10th level), General Knowledge, and English (Class 12th level). Total 100 MCQs, no negative marking.
• Use NCERT Books: For Science and English, NCERT textbooks from Classes 10 and 12 are the best resources.
• Read Current Affairs Daily: For General Knowledge, stay updated with the latest national and international news, especially health and social issues.
• Practice with Mock Tests: Take regular mock tests to improve speed and accuracy. Use OMR sheets to simulate real exam conditions.
• Revise Important Topics: Create a short notes booklet for revision and focus on topics like human body systems, nutrition, diseases, etc.
• Time Management: Make a study schedule and stick to it. Allocate more time to your weak subjects.
• Stay Healthy & Confident: Take proper rest, eat healthy, and keep a positive mindset throughout your preparation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• 1. What is the eligibility criteria for UP GNM Entrance Exam 2025?

  Candidates must have passed 10+2 with English and a minimum of 40% marks. Vocational ANM/Health Science and registered ANM candidates are also eligible.

  
  
• 2. What is the minimum and maximum age for admission?

  The minimum age is 17 years as on or before 31st December 2025. There is no specified upper age limit.

  
  
• 3. What is the mode of the entrance exam?

  The exam will be conducted offline in OMR-based format with multiple-choice questions (MCQs).

  
  
• 4. What is the syllabus for the UPGET 2025?

  The syllabus includes Science (Class 10th), General Knowledge (Class 12th), and English (Class 12th).

  
  
• 5. What is the application fee?

  ₹3000 for UR/OBC candidates and ₹2000 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. Payment must be made online.

  
  
• 6. When will the exam be conducted and how to download the admit card?

  The exam will be held on 11th June 2025. Admit cards will be available from 4th June 2025 on the official website.