If you appeared in the RUHS Common Undergraduate Entrance Test 2026 and are waiting for the next step, the Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS) has officially released the counselling schedule for session 2026-27. Round 1 registration began on June 16, 2026, and candidates seeking admission to BSc Nursing, Pharmacy, and Allied Health Sciences courses must act immediately to secure their seat.
The exam was held on May 21, 2026, the result was declared on June 2, 2026, and classes for the new session are scheduled to begin from August 17, 2026. The entire process from registration to college reporting is now mapped out clearly for all three rounds.
RUHS CUET 2026: What Is This Exam and Who Is It For?
RUHS CUET is the state-level Common Undergraduate Entrance Test conducted by Rajasthan University of Health Sciences, Jaipur, for admission to undergraduate and diploma programmes in Nursing, Pharmacy, and Allied Health Sciences across government and private colleges affiliated with RUHS and Marwar Medical University (MMU), Jodhpur.
This is only the second time that RUHS has used a single unified entrance test for all three streams together, replacing the four separate examinations that existed earlier. Around 96,000 students appeared for the 2026 exam, competing for admission to courses spread across more than 200 participating colleges in Rajasthan.
As per a government order dated February 15, 2023, 100 percent of seats in all nursing colleges affiliated with RUHS must now be filled exclusively through RUHS CUET. No direct admissions or management quota seats are permitted outside this centralised process.
Complete Round-Wise Counselling Schedule 2026
| Event | Date |
| Round 1 Registration Start | June 16, 2026 |
| Provisional Merit List Released | July 1, 2026 |
| Choice Filling Window | July 4 to July 7, 2026 |
| Round 1 College Allotment | July 11, 2026 |
| Round 2 Registration | July 18, 2026 |
| Round 2 Allotment | July 25, 2026 |
| Round 3 Registration | August 1 to August 5, 2026 |
| Round 3 Allotment | August 8, 2026 |
| Classes Begin | August 17, 2026 |
Counselling registration for Round 1 is already open and will close on July 8, 2026. Candidates must not wait until the last day, as portal traffic increases significantly near deadlines.
Counselling Fee
The counselling registration fee is Rs. 550 per faculty course and is uniform across all categories. This fee is separate from the college admission fee that will be payable after seat allotment. Candidates applying for more than one faculty course will need to pay the counselling fee for each course separately.
Courses Covered Under RUHS CUET 2026 Counselling
Admission through this counselling process covers the following programmes for the 2026-27 academic session.
- BSc Nursing (4-year undergraduate programme)
- Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT)
- Bachelor of Radiography and Imaging Technology (BRITT)
- BSc Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLS / BSc MLT)
- BSc Ophthalmic Technology (BOpht)
- Bachelor of Radiotherapy Technology (BRT)
One important clarification: Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) admissions are processed through NEET-UG 2026 scores and not through the RUHS CUET counselling route. Candidates who appeared in RUHS CUET specifically for BPT should verify the separate BPT admission process on the official RUHS website.
Total Seats Available
The RUHS CUET 2026 exam was conducted for admission to 21,540 seats across various courses, as mentioned in the official notification. Of these, BSc Nursing alone accounts for 9,240 seats across government and private nursing colleges.
The seat matrix follows Rajasthan government reservation norms. Out of the total seats, 85 percent are reserved for bona fide Rajasthan domicile candidates, while the remaining 15 percent are filled on an All India basis. Within all categories, at least 25 percent of seats must be allocated to female candidates as per horizontal reservation rules.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Class 12 in the Science stream. The minimum marks requirement varies by course.
- BSc Nursing: Minimum 45% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
- BPharm and BOT: Minimum 50% marks in relevant Science subjects
- SC and ST candidates: 5% relaxation in minimum marks across all courses
Age Limit
The minimum age for admission is 17 years. There is no upper age limit for RUHS CUET 2026, making it accessible to candidates who may have taken a gap year or who are re-appearing after previous unsuccessful attempts.
Expected Category-Wise Cut-Off 2026
Based on the total number of seats, the number of appearing students, and historical trends, the expected cut-off scores out of 100 marks for RUHS CUET 2026 are as follows.
| Category | Expected Cut-Off (out of 100) |
| General (UR) | Around 62 marks |
| EWS | Around 58 marks |
| OBC | Around 54 marks |
| SC | Around 45 marks |
| ST | Around 41 marks |
Female candidates can expect a slightly lower cut-off than male candidates in the same category due to the horizontal reservation of 25 percent female seats.
How to Register for RUHS CUET 2026 Counselling
The counselling registration process is entirely online. Follow these steps to complete your registration before the deadline.
- Visit the official counselling portal at ruhscuet2026.com or the RUHS official website at ruhsraj.org
- Log in using your RUHS CUET 2026 roll number and date of birth
- Select the faculty course for which you wish to register
- Pay the counselling fee of Rs. 550 online through available payment methods
- Download and save the counselling registration confirmation slip
After the provisional merit list is published on July 1, registered candidates will participate in choice filling from July 4 to 7, selecting their preferred colleges and courses. The system will then generate seat allotments on July 11, 2026, based on merit rank and choices filled.
Documents Required for Counselling and Admission
Keep the following original documents ready along with self-attested photocopies for document verification at the allotted college after seat allotment.
- RUHS CUET 2026 Admit Card
- RUHS CUET 2026 Result Scorecard
- Class 10 and Class 12 original marksheets and passing certificates
- Caste certificate for SC, ST, OBC, MBC, or EWS category (if applicable)
- Rajasthan domicile certificate
- Valid government-issued photo ID proof
- Passport-size photographs (at least six copies)
- Transfer Certificate from the previous institution
An important reminder: no college is legally permitted to withhold original documents as a condition for fee payment or to compel a candidate to stay. If any affiliated college attempts this, candidates should immediately report the matter to the RUHS authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. I registered for RUHS CUET 2026 but missed checking my result. How can I download my scorecard now?
You can download your RUHS CUET 2026 scorecard from the official result portal at ruhscuet2026.com by logging in with your roll number and date of birth. The result was declared on June 2, 2026, and the scorecard remains available on the portal throughout the counselling process. You will need this document during college reporting, so download and save it before beginning the counselling registration.
Q2. If I am not allotted my preferred college in Round 1, can I still participate in Round 2 and Round 3?
Yes. Candidates who do not receive their preferred college or course in Round 1 can participate in Round 2 and Round 3. However, you must re-register for each round separately within the specified registration window. Round 2 registration opens on July 18, 2026, and Round 3 registration runs from August 1 to August 5, 2026. It is important to note that if you accept a seat in an earlier round and then participate in a later round hoping for an upgrade, your original seat may be released. Read the official RUHS counselling guidelines carefully before choosing to float your seat across rounds.
Q3. I am from another state. Can I apply for RUHS CUET 2026 counselling?
Yes, candidates from outside Rajasthan can apply for RUHS CUET 2026 counselling and are eligible for the 15 percent All India quota seats. They are not eligible for the 85 percent seats reserved for Rajasthan bona fide domicile candidates. Candidates from other states must meet the same educational eligibility criteria and will be ranked separately in the All India merit list. Ensure you select the correct domicile category while registering for counselling to avoid disqualification.
Q4. The counselling fee is Rs. 550 per course. If I apply for two courses, do I pay Rs. 1,100 in total?
Yes. The counselling fee of Rs. 550 is charged separately for each faculty course you register for. If you wish to be considered for both BSc Nursing and B.Pharm, for example, you would need to pay Rs. 550 for each, totalling Rs. 1,100. This fee is non-refundable regardless of whether you receive an allotment. Make sure you genuinely wish to pursue each course you register for before completing the payment.
