Yenepoya (Deemed University), Mangaluru 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 Yenepoya (Deemed University) (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 yenepoya.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. Yenepoya (Deemed University)'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)
Does Yenepoya (Deemed University) also consider NEET scores?
For some allied and nursing programmes Yenepoya (Deemed University) may also admit on valid NEET UG scores; confirm in the current-year prospectus.