B.Sc (Hons) Nursing at the Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University is admitted on the basis of the CUET UG score (Biology + General Test) followed by BHU's own counselling round. The standalone BHU UET for Nursing was merged into CUET UG from 2022 onwards - candidates must register for CUET separately and also apply on the BHU portal for the Nursing track when counselling opens.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Computer-based test via CUET UG (no separate BHU paper for Nursing)
Duration:Per CUET UG slot - typically 45 minutes per subject
Total Marks:Per CUET scheme
Marking Scheme:+5 correct, -1 incorrect per the CUET UG marking scheme
Sections
Biology (CUET domain)
50 (attempt 40) Questions•200 Marks
Chemistry (CUET domain - optional)
50 (attempt 40) Questions•200 Marks
General Test
60 (attempt 50) Questions•250 Marks
Syllabus
Biology
NCERT Class 12 Biology - full syllabus
Human physiology, genetics, reproduction, biotechnology
Chemistry (optional)
NCERT Class 12 Chemistry - full syllabus
General Test
Current affairs
General mental ability
Numerical ability
Quantitative reasoning
Logical and analytical reasoning
Eligibility Criteria
Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English (Science stream)
Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB / 45% for SC/ST/PwD (confirm BHU prospectus)
Age between 17 and 25 years on 31 December of the admission year
Both male and female candidates are eligible
Important Dates
CUET UG registration
February-March 2027
CUET UG exam window
15-31 May 2027
CUET UG result
June 2027
BHU Nursing counselling notification
July 2027
Classes begin
August 2027
Application Process
Register for CUET UG on the NTA portal
Select Biology (and optionally Chemistry) under the domain subjects, plus the General Test
Appear for CUET UG in May 2027
When BHU counselling opens, apply on bhuonline.in for the B.Sc (Hons) Nursing track and upload the CUET score card
Attend BHU's IMS counselling round and document verification
💡 Preparation Tips
Prepare NCERT Biology in depth - the highest-weight CUET subject for Nursing
Build a steady GK/current-affairs habit for the General Test
Solve CUET UG sample papers and previous-year NTA mocks
Track the BHU admission portal closely once CUET results are out
❓ FAQs
Does BHU still conduct a separate UET for Nursing?
No. Since 2022, BHU has admitted B.Sc (Hons) Nursing through CUET UG. The standalone BHU UET-Nursing paper has been discontinued.
Which CUET subjects do I pick for BHU Nursing?
Biology is mandatory. Chemistry is recommended. The General Test is also required. Confirm the latest combination on the BHU information bulletin.
Is there a separate BHU portal step after CUET?
Yes. After your CUET UG result, you must apply on bhuonline.in for the B.Sc (Hons) Nursing track during the BHU counselling window.