UP GNM Admission 2025: Admission Dates, Counselling, Results, Top Colleges

Ans. Yes, admission to GNM nursing in Uttar Pradesh is done through the UP GNM Entrance Test (UPGET) conducted by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU). Candidates must qualify the entrance exam, after which they are allotted seats in government and private nursing colleges through centralized counselling.

Ans. Yes, the registration for UP GNM Admission 2025 has already been conducted through the ABVMU website. The application process started on April 2, 2025 and closed on May 22, 2025. Students must apply only through the official portal as no offline forms are accepted.

Ans. Yes, UP GNM seats are available in both government and private colleges across the state. Government colleges generally have lower fees and high demand, while private colleges have more seat availability but higher tuition fees. The seat allotment depends on entrance exam rank and counselling preference.

Ans. Yes, as per the latest eligibility rules, Arts students (with English and a recognized board background) can also apply if they secure at least 40% aggregate marks. While Science students with Biology are preferred, Arts and vocational healthcare students are also eligible under the revised INC guidelines.

Ans. The candidate must be at least 17 years old by December 31, 2025. The maximum age limit is 35 years, though relaxations are available for SC/ST and reserved category candidates as per government rules. This ensures candidates are mature enough to handle clinical training.

Ans. The application fee is INR 3,000 for Unreserved/OBC candidates and INR 2,000 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online at the time of submitting the application form. Applications without fee payment are not accepted by ABVMU.

Ans. At the time of counselling and admission, candidates must produce documents like 10th and 12th mark sheets, transfer/migration certificate, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), medical fitness certificate, and passport-size photos. These documents are verified before final admission is granted.

Ans. The GNM diploma course is of 3 years which includes both classroom learning and clinical practice. Additionally, a 6-month compulsory internship is also part of the program, making the total training 3.5 years. This ensures students gain adequate hands-on nursing experience.

Ans. After completing GNM, students can work as staff nurses, community health workers, midwives, nursing tutors, and healthcare assistants in hospitals, clinics, and NGOs. Many also pursue B.Sc. Nursing (Post Basic) or higher studies to enhance career growth and salary prospects.

Ans. As per the official seat matrix released by ABVMU, there are more than 18,000 seats available across 600+ government and private nursing colleges in Uttar Pradesh. Seat allotment is based on entrance exam merit and choice filling during the counselling process.