Candidates must complete 12^th class with subjects like Biology, Chemistry and Physics to attend B.Sc Nursing entrance exam organized by Banaras Hindu University. It is compulsory for candidates to score at least 50% marks in HSC (40% marks for reserved group candidates) to apply. The entrance exam comprises objective model questions of 100 numbers from the three main subject areas - Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Only those candidates who are able to score 50% cut off marks in this entrance exam will be selected for counseling process.

Eligibility Criteria for B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam in BHU

Following are the main eligibility criteria to apply for B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam in BHU –

• It is compulsory for candidate to be an Indian National.
• Candidates must complete 12^th class in science stream with Physics, chemistry and Biology as subjects. It is essential to obtain at least 50% marks in HSC (40% marks for reserved categories) to attend the test. Those who are currently studying final year of intermediate level are also eligible to apply, provided they need to submit original 12^th class pass certificates along with mark sheets at the time of admission.
• It is compulsory for candidates to be medically fit while applying for this course.
• The age of candidate must be between 17-25 years.

Exam Pattern for B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam in BHU

The entrance exam comprise of a total of 100 objective model questions, which needs to be completed within the allowed time limit of 2 hours. The syllabus of the written exam include 3 main sections –

Section 1 – Physics – Total number of questions – 25 questions

• Vibrations and Waves
• Electromagnetic Waves
• Units and Measurements
• Electrostatics
• Optics
• Current Electricity
• Modern Physics
• Atoms and Nuclei
• Mechanics
• Light and Sound
• Heat Transfer
• Electronic Devices
• Dual Nature of Matter
• Communication Systems

Section 2 – Chemistry Total number of questions – 25 questions

• The Gas Laws
• Surface Chemistry
• States of Matter
• Polymers
• P -Block Elements
• Organic Chemistry
• Mixtures, Solutions and Solubility
• Important Concepts in Chemistry
• Elements and Compounds
• Electrochemistry
• D -and F -Block Elements
• Coordination Compounds
• Chemical Reactions and Bonding
• Chemical Kinetics
• Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

Section 3 – Biology and Zoology - Total number of questions – 50 questions

• Role of Plants in Human Welfare
• Reproduction in Plant and Animals
• Plant Physiology
• Origin and Evolution of Life
• Mendel’s Law of Inheritance
• Living and Non-Living
• Human Disorders
• Genetic Basis of Inheritance
• Five Kingdom Classifications
• Ecology and Ecosystems
• Cell Theory
• Cell Structure and Function
• Animal Physiology

The total marks allotted for this entrance exam is 400 marks. It is compulsory for candidates to score at least 50% marks to pass the entrance exam. Those who pass the written exam need to attend the counseling process for admission. An online application procedure is followed to apply for this entrance exam. Applications can be submitted online through the official website of BHU.