Uttarakhand B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam – Your Complete Guide by Nursing Experts
UTTARAKHAND
What is HNBUMU?
Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical University (HNBUMU) is the official authority conducting the Uttarakhand B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam each year. Recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), the university plays a pivotal role in regulating nursing education standards across the state.
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) and English as core subjects.
- Minimum Marks: General category candidates must have at least 45% aggregate in PCB; reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) may have relaxation as per state guidelines.
- Age Limit: The applicant must be 17 years or above as of 31st December of the admission year.
Whether you’re from Uttarakhand or any other Indian state, HNBUMU welcomes all eligible applicants based on merit and reservation norms.
Mode of Examination
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Held across various centers in Uttarakhand and occasionally outside the state for convenience
- Questions are typically Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Exam Pattern Overview
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Biology | 40 | 40 |
| Chemistry | 25 | 25 |
| Physics | 25 | 25 |
| English | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- No Negative Marking
- Duration: 2 Hours
Why Choose B.Sc Nursing in Uttarakhand?
1. Affordable Education: State-run and affiliated colleges offer low-cost, high-quality nursing programs.
2. INC & State Council Recognition: Graduates are eligible for registration and jobs across India.
3. Excellent Clinical Exposure: Affiliated hospitals like Government Doon Medical College, AIIMS Rishikesh, and others provide hands-on training.
List of Notable Nursing Colleges under HNBUMU
- Government College of Nursing, Srinagar (Pauri Garhwal)
- Government Doon Medical College of Nursing, Dehradun
- State College of Nursing, Haldwani
- Private colleges approved by INC and State Nursing Council
Admission Process – Step by Step
1. Online Application: HNBUMU releases forms on its official portal (usually around May-June).
2. Entrance Test (CBT): Conducted in July/August.
3. Merit List: Based on CBT performance.
4. Counseling Rounds: Online/offline counseling conducted by HNBUMU for allotment.
5. Document Verification: Includes academic, domicile, and category certificates.
Tips to Crack the HNBUMU Nursing Entrance Exam
- Focus on NCERT: Biology and Chemistry from NCERT books are vital.
- Time Management: Practice CBT mock tests and question banks.
- Previous Year Papers: Solving last 5 years’ question papers can help identify important topics.
- Join a Structured Course: Nursing Experts offers subject-wise crash courses and test series curated by top nursing educators.
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- Live + Recorded Classes: Suited for working students or those from remote areas.
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- Expert Faculty: With experience in AIIMS, RML, and State Government Nursing colleges.
- Doubt Solving & Personalized Mentorship: Stay on track throughout your preparation.
Our students from Uttarakhand and other regions have consistently secured seats in top government and private colleges affiliated with HNBUMU.

