AMRU BSc Nursing Entrance Exam Notification 2025-26

Total Number of Seats

Tentative Seat Capacity – B.Sc. Nursing 2025–26

📌 Note:

• These seat numbers are tentative and subject to change based on the renewal of permission from the Indian Nursing Council (INC), HPNRC, and affiliation with Atal Medical & Research University (AMRU).
• Only colleges with valid affiliation and approval before the 1st round of counseling will be considered for seat allocation.
• Visit www.amruhp.ac.in regularly for updated affiliation lists and official announcements.

Common Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria – B.Sc. Nursing Admission 2025–26

1. Gender & Domicile:
• Only female candidates are eligible.
• For State Quota seats, the candidate must be a Bonafide Himachali OR a ward of Himachal Govt. employees/autonomous bodies funded by HP Govt.
• For Management Quota seats, all Indian citizens (both Himachali and non-Himachali) are eligible.
2. Educational Qualification:
• Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from HP Board/CBSE/ICSE or any recognized board with:
• Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English as subjects.
• Minimum 45% aggregate marks in PCB (for General category).
• 40% for SC/ST/OBC categories.
• English is compulsory at the 10+2 level.
3. Other Conditions:
• Candidates awaiting 10+2 results can apply but must meet the criteria at the time of counselling.
• Candidates from National Institute of Open School (NIOS) are also eligible.
• Must be medically fit with a certificate from a government hospital.

Note: Final eligibility will be verified during the counselling/admission process. Candidates must ensure accurate and valid documentation.

General Selection Process

Selection Process – B.Sc. Nursing Admission 2025–26

The admission process for the 4-year B.Sc. Nursing Degree Course in Government and Private Nursing Colleges of Himachal Pradesh is centralized and managed by the Atal Medical & Research University (AMRU) on behalf of the Government of Himachal Pradesh. The entire selection is based on an entrance test and conducted purely on merit-cum-choice basis.

1️⃣ Entrance Test

• A written test of 100 objective-type questions is conducted in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and Nursing Aptitude, based on the NCERT syllabus of 10+2.
• Each question carries 1 mark, and there is no negative marking.
• The test is conducted in English, and candidates must use OMR sheets to mark answers with a blue/black ball pen.
• Admit cards are downloaded from the official website; they are not sent by post.

2️⃣ Result & Merit List

• Selection is based on the merit of the entrance test.
• Minimum qualifying percentiles: 50% (General), 40% (SC/ST/OBC), 45% (General-PwD), 40% (SC/ST/OBC-PwD).
• Candidates can challenge answer keys, which are reviewed by a Moderation Committee before the final result is declared.
• In case of a tie, ranks are decided by subject-wise marks (Biology > Chemistry > Physics > English > Nursing Aptitude). If still tied, the older candidate gets preference.
• Being on the merit list does not guarantee admission; eligibility verification and seat availability during counseling are mandatory.

3️⃣ Online Counselling & Seat Allotment

• The entire counselling process is online and managed by a Centralized Counselling Committee.
• No student can be admitted without a valid allocation letter from the university.
• Multiple rounds of counselling are held: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and possibly a Stray Vacancy Round.
• In each round, candidates fill choices for colleges/quotas, and seats are allocated based on merit-cum-choice.
• Upgradation is allowed in Round 2. Reserved seats that remain vacant may be converted to unreserved as per rules.
• In the final round, if State Quota seats remain unfilled, Non-Himachali candidates may be allotted these with State Quota fees, but only if Management Quota seats are exhausted.

4️⃣ Document Verification & Final Admission

• Final admission is subject to original document verification at the allotted college by a Scrutiny Committee.
• Incomplete or incorrect documents may result in rejection or cancellation of admission.
• Institutions are instructed to strictly follow the centralized process, and any violation can lead to disqualification.

How to Apply for Application

How to Apply – B.Sc. Nursing Admission 2025–26

Eligible female candidates can apply for the B.Sc. Nursing Entrance Test through the official website of Atal Medical & Research University (AMRU). The entire application process is online only. Follow the steps below:

🔹 Step-by-Step Application Process:

1. Visit the Official Website:
• Go to Welcome to Atal Medical and Research University, Himachal Pradesh
2. Register Online:
• Click on “Admission” > “Apply for Admission and Counselling” > “B.Sc. Nursing Course”.
• Create your account by providing basic details like email ID, phone number, etc.
3. Fill the Online Application Form:
• Enter your personal details, educational qualifications, category, exam center preference, etc.
• Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph and signature (in JPG format).
4. Choose Quota & Category:
• Select the appropriate category/quota (General, SC/ST/OBC, EWS, etc.).
• If eligible for both State and Management Quota, you must select both during form submission.
5. Pay the Application Fee:
• Pay the fee online through net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.
• General/OBC: ₹2500/-
• SC/ST/EWS/IRDP/BPL: ₹1500/-
• PwD: ₹0 (No Fee)
6. Final Submission:
• After payment, click on “Final Submit”.
• Download and keep a copy of the submitted application form PDF for future reference.
7. Admit Card:
• Admit cards will be available on the same website from 04 June 2025.
• Candidates must download and print their admit card. It will not be sent by post.

📌 Important Notes:

• Ensure all details are correct before final submission. No changes are allowed after submission.
• Use a desktop or laptop (not mobile) for smooth application experience.
• Application window: 24 May 2025 to 30 May 2025.

For any technical queries, you can contact:

• 📧 Email: counselling.amruhp@gmail.com
• 📱 WhatsApp Helpline: 94591 39364

Application Fee

Application Fee – B.Sc. Nursing 2025–26

• The fee must be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
• Note: Once paid, the application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Age Criteria – B.Sc. Nursing 2025–26

• The minimum age for admission is 17 years as on 31st December 2025.

Candidate must be born on or before 31st December 2008.

• As per the Indian Nursing Council (INC) guidelines, there is no upper age limit for admission.