CMC Vellore conducts a single online entrance for several four-year UG programmes - B.Sc Nursing, BPT (Physiotherapy), B.Sc Medical Lab Technology, B.Sc Radiotherapy, B.Sc Cardiac Technology, B.Sc Critical Care Technology and other allied health tracks. MBBS/BDS at CMC Vellore use NEET UG separately; this online entrance is only for the listed non-MBBS UG programmes. CMC is known for its mandatory service/bond and Christian minority-quota seats.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Online proctored test (CBT)
Duration:150 minutes
Total Marks:100
Marking Scheme:Refer to the CMC Vellore prospectus; typically +1 correct, 0 unattempted, with or without negative marking depending on the track
Sections
Biology
40 Questions•40 Marks
Physics
20 Questions•20 Marks
Chemistry
20 Questions•20 Marks
English & General Ability
20 Questions•20 Marks
Syllabus
Biology
Class 11 & 12 NCERT - Botany, Zoology, Human Physiology
Physics
Class 11 & 12 NCERT fundamentals
Chemistry
Class 11 & 12 NCERT fundamentals
English & General Ability
Reading comprehension
Verbal reasoning
Aptitude and general awareness
Eligibility Criteria
Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English
Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB (varies by programme - check the prospectus)
Age between 17 and 35 years (varies by track)
Candidates who clear the written round attend interview and document verification at CMC Vellore
Mandatory service obligation (bond) for several programmes
Important Dates
Registration opens
February 2027
Last date to apply
April 2027
Online entrance test (tentative)
18 May 2027
Interview & counselling
June-July 2027
Classes begin
August 2027
Application Process
Register on the CMC Vellore admissions portal
Choose the programme(s) and category (Open / Minority / Sponsored)
Pay the application fee online
Appear for the online entrance test
Shortlisted candidates attend interview/counselling at CMC Vellore
💡 Preparation Tips
Prioritise NCERT Biology - the heaviest section
Practise English comprehension and aptitude daily
Read about CMC's service ethos - interviews probe motivation and commitment
Solve previous-year CMC Vellore Nursing papers
❓ FAQs
Can I get MBBS at CMC Vellore through this entrance?
No. MBBS and BDS at CMC Vellore use NEET UG. This online entrance is only for B.Sc Nursing, BPT and other allied health UG programmes.
What is the bond / service obligation?
CMC requires a post-graduation service obligation - typically two years in a mission/network hospital. The exact length varies by programme and category; the official prospectus details the current bond.
Are non-Christian candidates eligible?
Yes. CMC has a separate Open category and minority quota - both Christian and non-Christian candidates can apply under the relevant category.