KNRUHS Announces 2026 Examination Schedule for Postgraduate Health Sciences Programs
Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), based in Warangal, has officially published the comprehensive examination timetable for the first-year regular examinations of two crucial postgraduate programs: Master of Science (MSc) Nursing and Master of Public Health (MPH) for the academic year 2026. This significant announcement provides students with ample time to prepare for their upcoming assessments.
Examination Structure and Key Details
According to the official notification released by the university, the theory examinations for both programs are scheduled to commence on March 20, 2026. All examinations will be conducted in traditional offline mode at designated examination centers. A notable feature of this examination cycle is the implementation of digital valuation for answer scripts, marking a shift toward technological integration in assessment processes.
University authorities have specified that candidates will be provided with only one answer booklet per paper, with no additional answer sheets available during the examination. This policy emphasizes the importance of planning and concise writing. The schedule for practical, clinical, and viva voce examinations will be announced separately at a later date by the university administration.
MSc Nursing First Year Examination Schedule 2026
The MSc Nursing first-year regular theory examinations will begin on Friday, March 20, 2026. All papers are scheduled from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with candidates required to report to their respective examination centers by 9:00 AM to complete necessary formalities.
The detailed timetable for MSc Nursing examinations is as follows:
- March 20, 2026 (Friday): Nursing Education
- March 23, 2026 (Monday): Advanced Nursing Practice
- March 25, 2026 (Wednesday): Clinical Specialty–I
- March 28, 2026 (Saturday): Nursing Research and Statistics
It is important to note that the Clinical Specialty–I paper encompasses multiple specialized areas including Medical Surgical Nursing, Obstetric and Gynaecological Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Child Health Nursing, and Mental Health Nursing, requiring comprehensive preparation across these domains.
MPH First Year Examination Schedule 2026
The Master of Public Health first-year regular examinations will also initiate on March 20, 2026, following the same timing pattern of 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM for each paper.
The complete MPH examination schedule includes:
- March 20, 2026 (Friday): Introduction to Public Health, Health Policy and Management
- March 23, 2026 (Monday): Social and Behavioral Sciences
- March 25, 2026 (Wednesday): Epidemiology
- March 28, 2026 (Saturday): Biostatistics, Data Management and Demography
- March 30, 2026 (Monday): Environmental and Occupational Health
Essential Guidelines and Instructions for Candidates
KNRUHS has outlined several critical requirements that candidates must fulfill to maintain their eligibility for the examinations. Students must satisfy both attendance criteria and internal assessment requirements as specified by the university regulations. Failure to meet these prerequisites may result in disqualification from appearing for the examinations.
The university will utilize barcode-enabled answer booklets for all theory papers, which will be evaluated through digital valuation systems. This modern approach aims to enhance accuracy and efficiency in the assessment process. Students are strongly advised to meticulously follow all instructions provided by the university regarding examination conduct and procedures.
Regarding examination fees, the university has mandated exclusive online payment through the official portal knruhs.uonex.in. Candidates must complete their fee payments within the prescribed deadlines to avoid any complications in their examination registration process.
This timely release of the examination schedule allows students approximately two years to prepare systematically for their postgraduate assessments, reflecting the university's commitment to transparent academic planning and student support.
