Scoring 90 marks out of 115 in WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 places you in a strong position, with an expected rank in the range of 150 to 250, giving you good admission chances across most participating GNM and ANM colleges in West Bengal.

The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 exam, conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB), carries a total of 115 marks. A score of 90 represents approximately 78% of the total and consistently places students ahead of the general cutoff threshold. Based on 2024–2025 result trends, students in this score band have secured seats in both government and private nursing institutions.

  • WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 total marks: 115 (85 questions × 1 mark + 15 questions × 2 marks).
  • 90 marks is approximately 78.3% of the total score.
  • Expected rank for 90 marks: 150 to 250 (based on 2024–2025 trends).
  • Students in this rank range have strong chances in government and private GNM colleges and ANM programmes.
  • WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 result is expected on 2 July 2026; rank card will be available at wbjeeb.nic.in.
Direct Link — WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Result and Rank Card (Expected 2 July 2026)

WBJEE ANM GNM 2026: Total Marks and Exam Structure

Understanding the scoring structure is essential before interpreting any marks figure. The WBJEE ANM GNM exam is OMR-based with 100 MCQ questions split across two categories, and a total of 115 marks — not 100.

Exam Detail Description
Total Questions 100
Category 1 (1-mark questions) 85 questions × 1 mark = 85 marks
Category 2 (2-mark questions) 15 questions × 2 marks = 30 marks
Total Marks 115
Negative Marking — Category 1 ¼ mark deducted per wrong answer
Negative Marking — Category 2 No penalty for wrong answers
Exam Mode Offline (OMR sheet)
Duration 1 hour 30 minutes
Subjects Covered Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Basic English, General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning

A score of 90 out of 115 indicates strong performance across subjects with minimal negative marking impact. Students reaching 90 marks typically have answered most Category 2 questions correctly, since these carry higher marks with no penalty.


90 Marks: What Rank to Expect in WBJEE ANM GNM 2026

Based on 2024–2025 result trends, a score of 90 marks in WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 is expected to fetch a rank in the range of 150 to 250. Historical data shows that scores in the 115–110 band produce ranks of 1–5, and scores of 105–109 fetch ranks of 6–19. The 90–94 mark range, based on score distribution trends, consistently falls in the 100–250 rank zone overall.

Your exact rank will depend on the total number of students who sit for the 2026 exam, the difficulty level of the paper, and the score distribution across all test-takers. Years with a harder paper tend to lower the average and push a given score like 90 to a better rank; easier papers have the opposite effect.


WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Marks vs Rank Table

The table below shows expected rank bands for all major score ranges based on 2024–2025 result trends. All figures are expected estimates and will vary in 2026 depending on paper difficulty and applicant pool.

Marks Scored (out of 115) Expected Rank (Based on 2024–2025 Trends)
115 – 110 1 – 5
109 – 105 6 – 19
104 – 100 20 – 50
99 – 95 51 – 100
94 – 90 101 – 250 (expected)
89 – 85 251 – 400
84 – 80 401 – 650
79 – 75 651 – 1,000
74 – 70 1,001 – 1,500
Below 70 1,500 and beyond

Admission Chances and College Options at 90 Marks

With an expected rank of 150–250 for 90 marks, you have strong admission chances across most GNM and ANM colleges in West Bengal. The WBJEE ANM GNM seat matrix includes approximately 500 ANM seats and over 2,800 GNM seats at participating institutions across the state. At a rank in the 150–250 range, a significant portion of these seats remains accessible.

Top government nursing schools in Kolkata and at large district teaching hospitals typically fill within the top 50–100 ranks. Government colleges in other districts and quality private nursing institutions remain open to students in the 150–250 rank band. The table below gives a general picture of admission outcomes at different rank levels.

Rank Range Expected Admission Outcome
1 – 50 Top government GNM and ANM schools; most competitive institutions
51 – 150 Government nursing colleges in major cities and large districts
150 – 250 (your expected range) Government and reputed private GNM/ANM colleges; wide choice of seats
251 – 500 Private nursing colleges; some government seats may still be available
501 – 1,000 Mainly private colleges; limited government options
Above 1,000 Private colleges; seat availability varies by round and category

Category-wise Rank and Seat Availability

WBJEEB prepares separate merit lists for General (UR), SC, ST, OBC-A, and OBC-B categories. Students from reserved categories with 90 marks can expect a significantly better category rank, improving their chances for reserved seats. Always use your category rank — printed on the official rank card — when evaluating your seat choices during counselling.

Category Expected Admission Outlook with 90 Marks
General (UR) Competitive; expected rank 150–250 overall; strong chances in most government and private colleges
SC Strong chances; category rank likely within top 50–100; most government seats accessible
ST Very strong chances; smaller applicant pool in this category; likely top 30–60 category rank
OBC-A / OBC-B Good chances; reserved seats available at most participating institutions

Factors That Affect Your Final Rank

A rank predicted from past trends can shift between years. Understanding what drives this helps you read the 2026 result accurately when it is declared.

  • Total applicants: A larger cohort spreads the rank distribution, meaning the same score competes harder and may fetch a slightly lower rank than in a smaller year.
  • Paper difficulty: An easier paper pushes average scores up, compressing rank differences in the mid-score range where 90 marks sits.
  • Negative marking impact: Category 1 carries a ¼ mark deduction. Students who attempted many Category 1 questions aggressively may land close to 90 on net, increasing competition density around this score band.
  • Seat matrix changes: Any increase in total participating colleges or sanctioned seats improves admission prospects at a given rank without changing the score-to-rank relationship.
  • No score normalisation: WBJEEB does not normalise scores for the ANM GNM exam. Raw marks directly determine rank order, so there is no adjustment to account for across the exam cycle.

WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Marks vs Rank FAQs

Ques. What is the total marks for WBJEE ANM GNM 2026?

Ans. The total marks for WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 is 115. The exam has 100 MCQ questions — 85 carry 1 mark each (85 marks) and 15 carry 2 marks each (30 marks), totalling 115 marks.

Ques. What rank can I expect for 90 marks in WBJEE ANM GNM 2026?

Ans. Based on 2024–2025 result trends, 90 marks in WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 is expected to fetch a rank of approximately 150 to 250. The exact rank will depend on the exam difficulty level and total number of students who appear in 2026.

Ques. Is 90 marks a good score in WBJEE ANM GNM 2026?

Ans. Yes, 90 out of 115 (approximately 78%) is a high score. Students in this range have consistently secured admission in government and private GNM colleges and ANM programmes based on past year result trends.

Ques. Can I get a government nursing college with 90 marks in WBJEE ANM GNM 2026?

Ans. With an expected rank of 150–250, many government nursing colleges in West Bengal are within reach. Premier government institutions in Kolkata typically close within rank 100, but district-level government colleges and reputed private institutions remain accessible in the 150–250 rank range, based on 2024–2025 trends.

Ques. When will the WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 result be declared?

Ans. The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 result is expected on 2 July 2026. Students can download their rank card from the official website wbjeeb.nic.in once it is published by WBJEEB.

Ques. How is the rank calculated in WBJEE ANM GNM 2026?

Ans. Rank is based on total marks scored. Category 1 questions (1 mark each) carry ¼ negative marking for wrong answers; Category 2 questions (2 marks each) carry no penalty. WBJEEB does not apply score normalisation — raw marks directly determine rank order across all students.