The Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur, is the apex body for medical and allied health education in Kerala. Established in 2010, it ensures a uniform syllabus and examination system for all medical, dental, nursing, and paramedical colleges across the state. For the 2026 academic year, KUHS has issued a Revised Tentative Examination Calendar, maintaining strict compliance with NMC, DCI, and INC guidelines to ensure professional standards and timely graduation for healthcare professionals.
About Examinations 2026
The 2026 examination roadmap at KUHS is characterized by high-frequency assessment cycles for various professional years. The Medical Stream is currently focused on the Third Professional MBBS Part 1 exams starting in the first week of January 2026, with the Part 2 examinations tentatively scheduled for June 2026. For the Nursing Stream, the First Year B.Sc Nursing Supplementary examinations are officially set to commence on February 9, 2026. Dental students are undergoing Practical Examinations for the Third Year BDS throughout January 2026. Paramedical and Pharmacy streams (B.Pharm/M.Pharm) follow a similar semester-end or annual pattern, with major Summer sessions typically beginning in May/June 2026.
How to Download Date Sheet
- Visit the official KUHS portal at www.kuhs.ac.in.
- Click on the 'Examinations' menu and select 'Examination Tentative Timetable' for the full year view.
- For specific theory dates, navigate to 'Time Table - Theory' and select your stream (Medical, Dental, Nursing, etc.).
- Look for the latest notification: e.g., 'First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examination February 2026'.
- Download the PDF and cross-verify the QP (Question Paper) Code and session timings (typically 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM).
Expert Tips for Students
- Online Registration: KUHS manages all exam applications via its digital portal. For the February 2026 nursing exams, the online registration window opens in mid-January; ensure your Attendance and Internal Assessment (IA) marks are uploaded by your college principal before the January 24 deadline.
- IA & Attendance: To be eligible for 2026 exams, students must maintain a minimum of 80% attendance and secure the prescribed minimum in internal assessments. Partial appearance is permitted only if attendance criteria are met in all subjects.
- Admit Card Download: Colleges are authorized to download admit cards 4-5 days before the exam date (e.g., February 4 for the February 9 exams). Ensure you obtain a signed copy from your Principal.
Disclaimer: Examination dates are tentative and subject to change based on university circulars. Practical exam timetables are usually released separately by the respective zonal centers. Always verify details on the KUHS official notification board.
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