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    AP BSc Nursing Through NEET 2026, Counselling, Registration Started, Merit List, Choice Filling

    AP BSc Nursing Through NEET 2026, Counselling, Registration Started, Merit List, Choice Filling

    Deep PathakUpdated on 10 Sep 2026, 11:52 AM IST

    Admission to BSc Nursing courses in Andhra Pradesh is based on the NEET 2026 marks. Based on the NEET UG 2026 scores, the Dr. N.T.R University of Health Sciences will conduct the online counselling. Online application form Andhra Pradesh BSc nursing counselling 2026 has been released at apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in. Candidates who have appeared in NEET 2026 exam can fill their application form from September 9 to 16, 2026.
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    1. AP BSc Nursing Admission 2026: Important Dates
    2. Is NEET Required for AP BSc Nursing Admission?
    3. AP BSc Nursing Through NEET 2026: Eligibility Criteria
    4. AP BSc Nursing Through NEET 2026: Admission Process
    5. AP BSc Nursing admission: Why the Shift to NEET UG?
    AP BSc Nursing Through NEET 2026, Counselling, Registration Started, Merit List, Choice Filling
    AP BSc Nursing Through NEET 2026

    The Andhra Pradesh government has replaced APNCET (Andhra Pradesh Nursing Combined Entrance Test) with the NEET UG for admission to BSc Nursing courses. From now onwards, NEET score is mandatory for admission to BSc Nursing under competent and management quota seats in all government and private nursing colleges across AP. With the requirement of NEET entrance examination, the admission process will be similar to that of MBBS and BDS courses. Read the full article to know about the AP BSc Nursing through NEET 2026, eligibility requirements and other details.

    AP BSc Nursing Admission 2026: Important Dates

    Based on the NEET 2026 scores, the AP BSc nursing 2026 admissions are being conducted. All the important dates related to AP BSc nursing counselling 2026 are provided below.

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    Online application start dateSeptember 9, 2026
    Last date to fill application formSeptember 16, 2026
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    Is NEET Required for AP BSc Nursing Admission?

    Yes, NEET UG is required for admission to 4-year BSc Nursing courses in Andhra Pradesh from the academic year 2026-27. The state government has made NEET mandatory for BSc Nursing admissions in the state. Under the new curriculum, students seeking admission in top nursing colleges under competent and management quota seats will be required to qualify NEET with the required cut off marks.

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    AP BSc Nursing Through NEET 2026: Eligibility Criteria

    Candidates seeking admission into BSc Nursing courses in Andhra Pradesh must meet the eligibility requirements as specified by the authority. The NEET eligibility criteria for AP BSc Nursing admission is mentioned below.

    • Educational qualification: Students must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as compulsory subjects.

    • Pass percentage: Candidates must have secured a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in the qualifying examination for general category candidates and 40% for reserved category students.

    • Age limit: Aspirants should be 17 years as of December 31 of the year of admission.

    • Entrance exam: Candidates must appear and qualify the NEET entrance examination by securing minimum NEET cutoff marks.

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    AP BSc Nursing Through NEET 2026: Admission Process

    The AP BSc Nursing admission will be granted through NEET UG. Students seeking admission in the BSc Nursing programme in AP will have to register and fill the NEET application form. Such candidates need to download the admit card and appear in the national entrance test, which is scheduled for May 3, 2026. Medical aspirants who qualify the entrance exam with the required NEET cut off marks will be eligible for the counselling process. The detailed schedule for counselling and admission process will be released soon by the authority.

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    AP BSc Nursing admission: Why the Shift to NEET UG?

    In a significant move, the AP government discontinued APNCET, which was held for the first-time in 2025 for admission to BSc Nursing courses. Prior to that, the admission was granted through AP EAMCET or on the basis of Intermediate marks. Under the new system, candidates who will qualify for the NEET 2026 will be eligible for AP BSc Nursing admission. With this new reform, the government is aiming to ensure transparency and uniformity with other courses such as MBBS and BDS.

    Merit-based admission system: With new reform, the government is enhancing transparency by providing a merit-based selection process through NEET. Candidates will be required to prepare for the entrance test as per the NEET exam pattern.

    Increase student turnout: In 2025, APNCET was held for the first time for admission to BSc Nursing courses in AP. But, the state level entrance test faced challenges with low student turnout. As per media reports, out of 16,000 nursing seats, 4000 remained vacant.

    Streamline admission process: AP BSc Nursing admission schedule will be similar to that of NEET 2026. NTA will now be responsible for announcing schedules related to registration, correction window, admit card, exam date and results.

    Scope and maintain national standard: NEET UG will be required to shortlist students for BSc Nursing admission in Andhra Pradesh. The aligning of nursing will other medical courses will provide equal opportunities to students and help in maintaining national standards and bring transparency.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: Is NEET mandatory for AP BSc Nursing admission?
    A:

    Yes, NEET is mandatory for BSc Nursing admission in AP from 2026 onwards.

    Q: Can I get admission to BSc Nursing courses without NEET in AP?
    A:

    No, NEET is required  for admission to 4-year BSc Nursing courses in Andhra Pradesh. The AP government has discontinued the APNCET exam and has adopted NEET UG for this purpose.

    Q: Where to fill the AP BSc Nursing application form 2026?
    A:

    Candidates are required to fill AP BSc Nursing application form at neet.nta.nic.in.

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