PNET 2026 Postponed: CENTAC Reschedules Puducherry Nursing Entrance Exam to July 5 Due to NEET UG Re-Exam
Published 17 Jun 20264 min read
The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Government of Puducherry, has changed the date for the Puducherry Nursing Entrance Test (PNET) 2026 to July 5, 2026. The updated schedule was shared on the official CENTAC website, centacpuducherry.in. The test was initially set for June 14, 2026. PNET 2026 is a common entrance exam for admission to BSc Nursing government quota seats. It is used for both government and private self-financing nursing colleges in Puducherry for the academic year 2026-27.The exam is organized by the Board of Examination of Nurses. In an earlier notice on the CENTAC website, it was announced that the BSc Nursing entrance test originally planned for June 14, 2026, had been delayed. A new schedule was released on June 12, 2026, with the updated exam date.
Why PNET 2026 Was Postponed
The reason for the change was the National Testing Agency’s decision to hold a re-examination for NEET UG on June 21, 2026. The original PNET date was too close to this date, and CENTAC adjusted it to prevent overlap for students taking both exams. Many students who are interested in BSc Nursing also appear for NEET UG. The new schedule allows them a two-week break after the NEET UG re-examination.
PNET 2026 Revised Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | CENTAC, Government of Puducherry |
| Examination | BSc Nursing Common Entrance Test (PNET) |
| Earlier exam date | June 14, 2026 |
| Revised exam date | July 5, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Academic year | 2026-27 |
| Seats on offer | 558 Government Quota seats |
| Official portal | centacpuducherry.in |
| Helpdesk | 0413-2655570 / 0413-2655571 |
Who Does This Affect?
The revised date applies to all those who have applied for the PNET 2026 BSc Nursing entrance. CENTAC had already extended the deadline for submitting applications through a notice dated May 27, 2026. Candidates who already have admit cards for June 14 should wait for further instructions. CENTAC will release the updated admit card details on its website closer to the new exam date.
How to Check the Revised PNET 2026 Schedule?
- Go to the official CENTAC portal at centacpuducherry.in.
- On the home page, find the BSc Nursing notifications section.
- Click on the notice about the revised schedule from June 12, 2026.
- Download the PDF file and write down the new exam date and any instructions given.
- Keep a copy of this for reference until the day of the exam.
PNET 2026 Seat Matrix
There are 558 BSc Nursing Government Quota seats available through CENTAC counselling. These seats are in both government and private self-financing nursing colleges in Puducherry. The final seat allocation will happen after the PNET 2026 results and counselling process is completed.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Save the centacpuducherry.in the website on your bookmarks and check it every day until July 5.
- Make sure to note July 5, 2026 (Sunday) as the new exam date for PNET 2026.
- Wait for the notice about the revised admit card before printing any previous admit card.
- Use this extra time to go over the main topics for the nursing entrance exam.
- Have the CENTAC helpdesk contact numbers ready in case you have any questions.