SSUHS BSc Nursing Entrance Exam 2026 – Online Application, Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Career Journey

The Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS) has officially announced the SSUHS BSc Nursing Entrance Exam 2026 for admission into B.Sc. Nursing courses in government and private nursing institutes across Assam. Candidates who wish to build a career in the healthcare sector can apply for this entrance examination.

The SSUHS Common Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026 will be conducted on 7 June 2026 at multiple exam centres across Assam and selected centres in other North Eastern states. This entrance exam is a gateway for students who want to pursue professional healthcare courses.

The same entrance examination score will also be used for admission into several other health-related programs such as D.Pharm, B.Pharm, and Allied & Healthcare (B.Sc Medical Technology) courses.

Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online application forms until 30 April 2026 through the official SSUHS portal.

SSUHS BSc Nursing Admission 2026 Overview

Below is a quick overview of the SSUHS Nursing entrance examination.

• Name of Exam: SSUHS Common Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026
• Course Name: B.Sc Nursing
• Conducting Authority: Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences
• Academic Session: 2026
• Exam Date: 7 June 2026 (Sunday)
• Exam Type: OMR Based Written Examination
• Exam Duration: 2 Hours
• Total Marks: 100 Marks

Exam Centres

The entrance exam will be conducted in several cities including:

Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Silchar, Jorhat, Barpeta, Tezpur, Diphu, Lakhimpur, Nagaon, Kokrajhar, Nalbari, Dhubri, Shillong, Aizawl, Itanagar, Agartala, Imphal, Dimapur and Gangtok.

Helpline Details

Candidates facing any issue during the application process may contact:

• Helpline Number: 08048794953
• Email: [email protected]

Eligibility Criteria for SSUHS BSc Nursing Admission

Before applying for the SSUHS Nursing Entrance Exam, candidates must ensure they meet the required eligibility criteria.

1. Citizenship

Applicants must be citizens of India.

2. Permanent Residency

For admission into Government Nursing Institutes of Assam, candidates must possess a Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Assam.

3. Age Limit

• Minimum age: 17 years as of 31 December 2026
• Maximum age: 35 years

4. Gender Criteria

• For Government Nursing Institutes, male candidates are not eligible.
• However, private institutes may allow male candidates, so applicants should verify with individual institutes.

5. Colour Blindness

Candidates with colour blindness are also eligible but must wear colour-corrective contact lenses or spectacles.

6. Medical Fitness

All applicants must be medically fit to pursue the course.

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for BSc Nursing must fulfill the following academic requirements:

• Must have passed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) with Science stream.
• Subjects required: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
• Must secure minimum 45% marks combined in Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
• English must be a compulsory subject.

Students from State Open School or the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) with science subjects and English are also eligible.

SSUHS BSc Nursing Entrance Exam Pattern

Understanding the exam pattern is crucial for effective preparation.

• Date of Exam: 7 June 2026
• Exam Timing: 10 AM – 12 Noon
• Duration: 2 Hours
• Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Marking Scheme: 1 mark per correct answer

Currently, no official information about negative marking has been released.

SSUHS CEE 2026 Syllabus and Subject Distribution

The entrance exam questions will be based on Higher Secondary (10+2) Science level.

Students should focus on conceptual understanding and basic theory from their HS science syllabus.

Application Fee

Candidates must pay the entrance examination fee online through the official payment gateway.

Important points:

• Payment mode: Online only
• The fee is non-refundable
• PwD (Divyang) candidates with 40% disability or more are exempted from the fee

The exact fee amount will be updated on the official website.

How to Apply for SSUHS BSc Nursing Entrance Exam 2026

Candidates must complete the online application process carefully by following these steps:

Step 1

Visit the official SSUHS website.

Step 2

Click on “Online Application Form”.

Step 3

Complete the registration process.

Step 4

Login using your registered credentials.

Step 5

Fill in all personal and educational details.

Step 6

Upload required documents such as:

• Passport size photograph
• Signature
• Academic certificates

Step 7

Pay the application fee online.

Step 8

Submit the form and keep a printout for future reference.

Important Dates for SSUHS CEE 2026

Here are the key dates candidates should remember:

Important Web Links for Assam BSc Nursing Admission 2026

Career Path After BSc Nursing

After graduation, candidates can pursue several career paths such as:

• Staff Nurse
• Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Nursing Educator
• Public Health Nurse
• Nurse Administrator

Many graduates also pursue higher education, including:

• MSc Nursing
• Post Basic BSc Nursing
• Hospital Administration
• Public Health

Job Opportunities After BSc Nursing

Qualified nurses are in high demand both in India and abroad.

Employment Areas

Graduates can work in:

• Government hospitals
• Private hospitals
• Nursing homes
• Community health centres
• Military medical services
• International healthcare organizations

Hospitals, research institutes, and NGOs also recruit nursing professionals.

SSUHS Nursing Entrance Preparation Tips

Students preparing for the SSUHS CEE exam should follow these strategies:

1. Focus on NCERT Books

Most questions are based on 10+2 science concepts, so NCERT textbooks are essential.

2. Practice MCQs

Solve previous year questions and mock tests regularly.

3. Time Management

Practice completing 100 questions within 2 hours.

4. Revise Regularly

Revise formulas, biological diagrams, and key concepts frequently.

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