PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Exam Details: Date, Pattern, Merit List, Old Question Papers, and Answer Keys

Latest Updates

• The PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 admit card is expected to be available for download on July 14–18, 2026.
• The PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Entrance Exam is expected to be held on July 24, 2026.
• The PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Entrance Exam Result is expected to be released on  August 10, 2026.

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Entrance Exam is organized by the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, for admission to the BSc Nursing course for 4 years duration. The PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 is scheduled to take place on 24th July 2026 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode at selected exam centres in 6 states/UTs (Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Delhi and Uttarakhand).

The PGIMER BSc Nursing question paper consists of 100 objective-type questions of 100 marks, which will be completed in 90 minutes. Each correct answer is given 1 mark, and each incorrect answer is deducted 0.25 marks. The question paper consists of six subjects, namely Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, General Knowledge, and Current Affairs; the candidates are tested for their aptitude regarding nursing education.

The PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 result is likely to be declared on 10 August 2026, along with a merit list, and the PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 counselling process is to be conducted in August-September 2026. Admission is based solely on the result in the entrance examination, followed by document verification and medical fitness as per the guidelines of PGIMER. Candidates can check the official admission schedule regularly to get updates on the counselling process, merit list, answer key, seat allotment, and admit card.

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PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Syllabus

PGIMER BSc Nursing Exam Past Question Papers

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026: Important Dates

All the PGIMER BSc Nursing Entrance Exam 2026 events like the release of the application form, admit card, Exam Date, Result, Merit list, and Counseling schedule are mentioned below in the table.

The PGIMER BSc Nursing Exam Pattern 2026 gives students a clear idea of the marking scheme and weightage of each subject. Having an idea about the exam pattern in advance helps aspirants prepare accordingly, manage time for the exam, and enhance performance.

By solving PGIMER BSc Nursing last year question papers, candidates will get an idea about the exam pattern, the weightage of subjects, the topics that are frequently asked, and the level of difficulty. Download the PDFs below subject-wise to be well prepared.

The PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Answer key is supposed to be issued in the final week of July or August 2026, a few days after the entrance exam. The Provisional Answer Key helps candidates to cross-check their answers with the actual answer key and make a rough estimate about the marks they are likely to get before the results are announced.

In case of any objection, the candidates are allowed to submit valid documentary proof with the prescribed fee by the due date by the PGIMER. 

Once all the objections are verified, the Institute will release the final answer key, based on which the PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 result and merit list will be prepared. 

Candidates are requested to regularly check the official website to get updates about the answer key, objection window, result declaration, etc.

PGIMER BSc Nursing Exam Centre

The list of PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Exam Centres will be set up in major cities of North India.

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026: FAQs

Ques. When will the PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 application form be released?

Ans. The PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 application form is likely to be published in June 2026. The online registration process will be available on the official website of the PGIMER for eligible candidates to fill in their personal, academic, and contact particulars of their own, upload the necessary documents, and pay the registration fee before the last date.

Ques. What is the exam pattern for PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026?

Ans. The PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 exam will be offline (CBT) based. It will be made up of 100 MCQs worth 100 marks, for 90 minutes. Candidates will be awarded 1 mark for each correct answer, and 0.25 mark for every incorrect response.

Ques. When will the PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 answer key be released?

Ans. PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 provisional answer key is anticipated to be released in the last week of July or August 2026 after the examination. It can be used by the candidate to work out how many they expect to get and also, if allowed, to make objections against an incorrect answer before the final answer key is made available.

Ques. How should I prepare for the PGIMER BSc Nursing entrance exam?

Ans. Students should study the prescribed syllabus thoroughly, revise the NCERT concepts, solve the previous year question papers, and take regular mock tests while practicing the MCQs on each of the subjects. Revision, proper time management, and analysis of the past exam trend can play a key role in the entrance exam itself.

Ques. Where can I download PGIMER BSc Nursing previous year question papers?

Ans. Students can get PGIMER BSc Nursing Previous Year Question Papers PDF from this page, to get an idea of the latest exam format, important topics in the exam, weightage of each topic, and overall difficulty level. Solving these papers regularly will increase your speed, accuracy, confidence and overall preparation for the entrance examination.