Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation, Salem conducts its own entrance test for admission to non-NEET health-science undergraduate programmes - B.Sc Nursing, Allied Health and Physiotherapy. MBBS and BDS at the university (where offered) are filled only through NEET UG; this test covers the allied, nursing, physiotherapy and pharmacy streams.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Computer Based Test (CBT)
Duration:Approx. 120 minutes
Total Marks:120
Marking Scheme:+1 for a correct answer; no negative marking (confirm in the official prospectus)
Sections
Physics
30 Questions•30 Marks
Chemistry
30 Questions•30 Marks
Biology
50 Questions•50 Marks
English & Logical Reasoning
10 Questions•10 Marks
Syllabus
Physics
Mechanics & Properties of Matter
Heat & Thermodynamics
Electricity & Magnetism
Optics & Modern Physics
Chemistry
Physical Chemistry - Mole Concept, Equilibrium
Inorganic Chemistry - Periodic Table, Bonding
Organic Chemistry - Hydrocarbons, Biomolecules
Biology
Cell Biology & Genetics
Human Physiology
Plant Physiology
Ecology & Biotechnology
Eligibility Criteria
Passed/appearing Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology (Mathematics accepted for some pharmacy programmes)
Minimum 45-50% aggregate as set by Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation (relaxation for reserved categories)
Open to all-India candidates
Important Dates
Registration opens
December 2026
Last date to apply
May 2027
Exam window
May 2027
Result & counselling
June 2027
Application Process
Register on vmrf.edu.in with a valid email ID and mobile number
Fill in personal and academic details and choose the programme
Upload a scanned photograph and signature
Pay the application fee online
Book a slot and download the admit card
💡 Preparation Tips
Build a strong NCERT Class 11-12 Biology base - it carries the most weight for health-science courses
Revise Physics and Chemistry fundamentals
Take timed mock tests to manage speed
Apply early; many deemed universities admit in rolling rounds
❓ FAQs
Is this exam for MBBS or BDS?
No. MBBS and BDS admissions across India are only through NEET UG. Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation's test is for non-NEET health-science programmes such as B.Sc Nursing, Allied Health and Physiotherapy.
Is there negative marking?
+1 for a correct answer; no negative marking (confirm in the official prospectus)