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NCLEX Test Centers in India 2026: Official Cities and Booking Guide

Official sources checked September 22, 2026.

Quick answer

India is an official international NCLEX testing country. The July 2026 list checked September 22 includes Chandigarh and locations across northern, western and southern India. Kerala and Kochi are not listed. Use the live NCLEX locator and your confirmed appointment for actual availability and venue details.

At a glance

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West	Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Pune, Surat
North / NCR	Amritsar, Chandigarh, Gurugram, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali, New Delhi, Noida
South	Bangalore/Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad/Hyderabad GHMC
Not listed in checked document	Kerala / Kochi
Source date	July 2026 list, checked September 22, 2026
Appointment availability	Must be checked with Pearson; not supplied here

Read the official city list correctly

The directory below consolidates repeated locations into city/metro labels. Bangalore is commonly called Bengaluru; the source also uses Hyderabad and Hyderabad GHMC. A listed city can contain more than one centre. We do not copy a coaching-centre directory or treat every Pearson testing venue as an NCLEX site. The July document is a dated reference, while the official NCLEX-specific locator and booking confirmation are the practical checks before travel.

Kerala, Kochi and Ernakulam questions

No Kerala or Kochi entry appears in the checked list. Candidates can compare available appointments and travel to listed cities such as Bangalore/Bengaluru and Chennai, without assuming either is always nearest, cheapest or available. Compare rail or air connections, local transport, accommodation, an arrival buffer and change terms using your actual starting point. A local review course is preparation, not proof of an authorised examination centre.

Punjab, Chandigarh and nearby choices

Chandigarh is listed. Punjab candidates can also check the listed Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana and Mohali locations. The broader northern directory includes New Delhi, Gurugram and Noida. Keep the cities distinct when booking; a metro-area label is not a final street address. Do not reserve a trip on the assumption that a centre will have an appointment within your ATT window.

Booking, identification and changes

Obtain ATT after eligibility and Pearson registration, then use official scheduling. India counts as an international testing location for the listed U.S., Canadian and Australian destinations, even when you live in India. Review the international passport and name-match rules; do not assume an Aadhaar card substitutes for the required identification. International appointment changes require contacting Pearson Candidate Services under its current notice rules. NCLEX Online is not launching in 2026, according to NCSBN.

Is there an NCLEX test center in Bangalore?

Bangalore (Bengaluru) is named in the July 2026 official international-centre list checked for this guide. This confirms listed locations, not available appointments. Use the official NCLEX locator, schedule through Pearson after receiving ATT, and travel to the address on your appointment confirmation. Do not assume every Pearson test centre in the city offers NCLEX.

Is there an NCLEX test center in Chennai?

Chennai is named in the July 2026 official international-centre list checked for this guide. This confirms listed locations, not available appointments. Use the official NCLEX locator, schedule through Pearson after receiving ATT, and travel to the address on your appointment confirmation. Do not assume every Pearson test centre in the city offers NCLEX.

Is there an NCLEX test center in Hyderabad?

Hyderabad and Hyderabad GHMC are named in the July 2026 official international-centre list checked for this guide. This confirms listed locations, not available appointments. Use the official NCLEX locator, schedule through Pearson after receiving ATT, and travel to the address on your appointment confirmation. Do not assume every Pearson test centre in the city offers NCLEX.

Is there an NCLEX test center in Delhi?

New Delhi, Gurugram and Noida are separate entries in the NCR area in the July 2026 official international-centre list checked for this guide. This confirms listed locations, not available appointments. Use the official NCLEX locator, schedule through Pearson after receiving ATT, and travel to the address on your appointment confirmation. Do not assume every Pearson test centre in the city offers NCLEX.

Is there an NCLEX test center in Mumbai?

Mumbai is named in the July 2026 official international-centre list checked for this guide. This confirms listed locations, not available appointments. Use the official NCLEX locator, schedule through Pearson after receiving ATT, and travel to the address on your appointment confirmation. Do not assume every Pearson test centre in the city offers NCLEX.

Plan your next steps

Use the official NCLEX-specific locator.
Receive ATT before scheduling.
Compare available cities with realistic travel options.
Confirm the address, date and local appointment time.
Check physical passport, expiry and name match.
Contact Pearson for international appointment changes.

Common mistakes to avoid

Saying Chandigarh has no centre.
Treating a generic Pearson venue as an NCLEX centre.
Publishing guessed dates or live-slot claims.

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Common questions

Is there an NCLEX test center in India?

Yes. India is listed as an official international NCLEX testing country. Eligibility and ATT still come first; availability at a particular centre must be checked through official scheduling. Testing in India does not issue an Indian nursing licence.

Where are the NCLEX Pearson VUE centers in India?

The July 2026 official list includes Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gurugram, Hyderabad/Hyderabad GHMC, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali, Mumbai, New Delhi, Noida, Pune and Surat. Check the live NCLEX locator and your appointment for current venue details.

Is there an NCLEX center in Kerala?

The official July 2026 NCLEX international-centre list checked on September 22 does not list a Kerala location. This is a dated status, not a prediction about future openings. Use the NCLEX-specific locator before planning travel.

Is there an NCLEX test center in Kochi?

Kochi is not listed in the checked July 2026 official NCLEX centre document. A local coaching centre or a venue delivering other Pearson exams is not proof that it offers NCLEX. Confirm through the NCLEX locator.

Where should a nurse from Kerala take the NCLEX?

Compare available appointments and actual travel options to listed locations, including Bangalore/Bengaluru and Chennai. There is no universally cheapest or easiest city. Match the appointment to your ATT, acceptable ID, transport, accommodation and cancellation terms.

Is there an NCLEX center in Chandigarh?

Yes, Chandigarh appears in the July 2026 official NCLEX international-centre list. A listed location does not guarantee your preferred date. Use official scheduling and the appointment confirmation for the current venue and arrival details.

How do I find available NCLEX exam dates in India?

After receiving ATT, use the official Pearson NCLEX scheduling system or Candidate Services. NCLEX is appointment-based; this guide does not publish a guessed annual India exam calendar or claim to show live slots.

Can I change my NCLEX test center after booking?

Changes to international appointments must be made through Pearson Candidate Services and must follow the official notice and fee rules. For an India appointment, check those rules and obtain confirmation before changing travel.

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