Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU) is an Indian Medical University located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. It was founded in 2018, though 2020 is considered as establishment year, as that is when the first vice-chancellor was appointed. The university is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). ABVMU offers UG and PG courses in the field of medicine, dental, nursing, and paramedical sciences. Admission to all courses is based on merit in their respective entrance examination. 

MBBS and B.Sc Nursing are the most popular courses offered at ABVMU. Admission to MBBS, BDS, and MDS is based on merit in NEET UG and NEET MDS respectively. The university conducts Common Nursing Entrace Test (CNET) for admission to B.Sc Nursing, P.B.B.Sc Nursing and M.Sc Nursing course and Common Paramedical Entrance Test (CPET) for UG and PG paramedical courses. Candidates can apply for admission online on the official website. 

ABVMU Highlights 

Some of the highlights of ABVMU are mentioned below:

Particulars Details 
Institute Name Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University, Lucknow
Established | Type 2020 | Public University
Approved by National Medical Commission (NMC)
Courses Offered UG: MBBS, BDS, B.Sc Nursing, P.B.B.Sc Nursing, B.Sc, BPT, B.Optm 
PG: MDS, M.Sc Nursing, M.Sc, M.Optm, MPT, MOT
Admission Criteria Entrance – Based 
Application Mode Online 
Qualifying Examinations NEET UG, NEET MDS, ABVMU CNET and ABVMU CPET 
Facilities Library, Hostel, Laboratories, Cafeteria, and Gym
Official Website abvmuup.edu.in

ABVMU Courses & Fees 

Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University offers courses in the field of Medicine, Dental, Nursing and Paramedical Sciences. Eligibile candidates are selected based on their merit in the respective entrance examinations followed by the counselling. Detailed information on ABVMU Courses & Fees is mentioned below: 

Course Course Details  Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
MBBS 5 years 10+2 in Physics, Chemistry and Biology from any recognized university. Merit in NEET UG + MCC Counselling 
BDS 4 years
B.Sc Nursing 3 years Merit in CNET + Counselling conducted by ABVMU. 
P.B.B.Sc 2 years
BPT 4 years Merit in CPET + Counselling conducted by ABVMU. 
B.Optm 4 years
MDS 3 years BDS degree from any recognized university.  Merit in NEET MDS + MCC Counselling 
M.Sc Nursing  2 years B.Sc. Nursing / B.Sc (Hons) Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with minimum of 55% aggregate marks. Candidates must be Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife of UP State or any other state recognized by INC.  Merit in CNET + Counselling conducted by ABVMU. 
M.Sc Paramedical Sciences 2 years B.Sc in the relevant field from any recognized university.  Merit in CPET + Counselling conducted by ABVMU. 
MOT 2 years B.Sc. in Operation Theatre Technology / B.Sc. Anaesthesia with minimum
50% aggregate from any recognized university. 
MPT 2 years BPT degree with 6 months compulsory internship with minimum
50% aggregate from any recognized university. 
M.Optm 2 years B.Optm with an aggregate of 50% marks degree from any recognized university. 

ABVMU Admission to MBBS, BDS and MDS is based on merit in NEET UG and NEET MDS respectively. The university conducts Common Nursing Entrance Test (CNET) and Common Paramedical Entrance Test (CPET) for admission to various UG and PG courses in the field of Nursing and Paramedical Courses. Applicants seeking admission to Nursing and Paramedical programs at ABVMU must appear for their respective entrance exams followed by counselling conducted by the university itself. Candidates can access the admission application online on the official website. CNET 2024 and CPET 2024 examination fees are as follows for various categories: 

Categories Examination Fees (INR)
 UR / OBC INR 3000
SC / ST / PwD INR 2000 

CNET and CPET conducted by ABVMU consists of 200 MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) for a total of 200 marks. For every right choice, candidates are rewarded with 1 Marks and there is no negative markings for incorrect response. 

ABVMU Cutoff 2024

ABVMU Cutoff varies for MBBS and BDS courses at different affiliated colleges. Candidates with a valid score in NEET UG must appear for counselling conducted by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). NEET UG 2024 Results are declared and Here is the category-wise NEET UG Qualifying Cutoff 2024 for MBBS / BDS: 

Category NEET UG 2024 Cutoff Percentile  NEET UG 2024 Cutoff Marks
General/ EWS 50 720-164
OBC 40 163-129
SC 40 163-129
ST 40 163-129
General/ EWS- PwD 45 163-146
OBC- PwD 40 145-129
SC- PwD 40 145-129
ST- PwD 40 145-129

ABVMU Affiliated Colleges

ABVMU offers affiliation to many Medical, Dental, and Nursing Colleges. Some of the ABVMU Affiliated Colleges are mentioned below:

ABVMU Affiliated Colleges 
SRC Nursing & Paramedical Institute
Krishna Nursing and Paramedical Institute
St. Mary's College of Nursing
Divine Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Science
Sakshi College Of Nursing And Paramedical Sciences
Nova Institute of Nursing And Paramedical Sciences
I.T.S Dental College

ABVMU Facilities 

Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University provides many facilities to its students, staff, and faculty include 

  • Library: The library at ABVMU consists plethora of books journals and other medical literature.
  • Hostels: A separate hostel for boys and girls is provided on campus with food and cleaning facilities.
  • Laboratories: It is well-equipped to facilitate students with practicals and research activities.
  • Lecture Halls: Air-conditioned lecture halls with a large capacity for seating and new computers for lectures. 

How to Reach ABVMU?

ABVMU located in Lucknow is the nearest point for Railway Station and Bus Station of Gomti Nagar. The university is 25.1 Km away from the Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport. Here are the nearest ways to reach ABVMU: 

Mode of Transportation Distance (Km)
Gomti Nagar, Lucknow Railway Station 5.0 Km
Gomti Nagar Bus Station 4.9 Km
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Amausi, Lucknow 25.1 Km

ABVMU FAQs

Ques. What are the ABVMU eligibility requirements?

Ans. For admission to ABVMU, a candidate must have gotten at least 45% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology on the 10+2 exam from any recognised board in India for general and OBC candidates, and 40% for SC/ST candidates.

Ques. Is Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University a private or Government institution?

Ans. Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU) is a state-run university in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India that was established in 2020.

Ques. Is there any age limit for B.Sc Nursing at ABVMU?

Ans. Candidates must have a minimum age for admission is 17 years on or before December 31st of the academic year.

Ques. What are the documents required to get Admission to ABVMU?

Ans. Candidates must the following documents during the admission process ABVMU:

  • 10+2-mark sheet and a passing certificate
  • Aadhar Card
  • No Objection Certificate
  • Transfer Certificate (if applicable)
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport size photograph
  • Signature 

Ques. What are the qualifying exams accepted at ABVMU?

Ans. ABVMU accepts the merit in the following qualifying exams

  • NEET UG: MBBS, BDS
  • NEET MDS: MDS
  • ABVMU CNET: B.Sc Nursing, P.B.B.Sc Nursing and M.Sc Nursing
  • ABVMU CPET: B.Sc, BPT, BOT, M.Sc, MPT and MOT

Ques. How can I apply for admission at ABVMU?

Ans. Candidates can apply for admission by following the below-mentioned steps:

  • Visit the official website - abvmuup.edu.in.
  • Register and fill out the application 
  • Verify and attach the required documents.
  • Pay the registration fee and submit the application.
  • Candidates are advised to take a printout of the application form for future reference. 

Ques. What is the application fees for ABVMU CNET for various categories?

Ans. ABVMU CNET 2024 examination fees are as follows for various categories: 

Categories Examination Fees (INR)
 UR / OBC INR 3000
SC / ST / PwD INR 2000 

Ques. What are the selection criteria for the MBBS course at ABVMU ?

Ans. Candidates seeking admission to MBBS program at ABVMU are selected based on their merit in NEET UG followed by MCC Counselling.  

Ques. What are the selection criteria for the B.Sc Nursing course at ABVMU?

Ans. Candidates are selected for admission to B.Sc Nursing at ABVMU based on their merit in the CET B.Sc Nursing entrance examination followed by counselling conducted by the university itself. 

Ques. What is the duration of the MBBS Course at ABVMU?

Ans. The MBBS course at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University is 4 years and 6 months followed by 1 year of internship. The total duration of the MBBS course is 5 years and 6 months.

Ques. What is the mode of application at ABVMU?

Ans. Students can access the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University Application Form online on the official website.

Ques. Is there any negative markings at ABVMU CNET and CPET?

Ans. No, there is no negative markings for incorrect choice in CNET and CPET conducted by ABVMU.