Based on 2023–2025 trends, the WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 expected cutoff for OBC-A students is 63–70 marks and for OBC-B students is 65–72 marks out of 115.
The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 exam was conducted on June 14, 2026 by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). The result and official category-wise cutoff are expected around July 2026. Students from OBC-A and OBC-B categories benefit from relaxed cutoff norms compared to General category students, with 10% of total seats reserved for OBC-A and 7% for OBC-B across West Bengal nursing institutes.
- The exam carries a total of 115 marks (100 questions: 85 worth 1 mark each, 15 worth 2 marks each).
- OBC-A students: 10% of seats are reserved; expected cutoff 63–70 marks out of 115.
- OBC-B students: 7% of seats are reserved; expected cutoff 65–72 marks out of 115.
- Ranks are calculated category-wise; your OBC-A or OBC-B category rank determines seat allotment during counselling.
| Direct Link to WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Result and Official Cutoff at wbjeeb.nic.in (Awaited) |
WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Cutoff Overview
The WBJEE ANM GNM cutoff is the minimum mark a student must obtain to qualify for admission to the 2-year ANM (Revised) and 3-year GNM courses in West Bengal. WBJEEB releases separate cutoffs for each category — General (UR), OBC-A, OBC-B, SC, ST, EWS, and PwD — alongside the result. The 2026 exam was conducted on June 14, 2026 in OMR-based format and the official cutoff is expected in July 2026.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) |
| Exam Date | June 14, 2026 |
| Result and Cutoff Expected | July 2026 |
| Total Marks | 115 (100 questions) |
| Exam Mode | OMR-based (offline) |
| OBC-A Seat Reservation | 10% of total seats |
| OBC-B Seat Reservation | 7% of total seats |
| Official Website | wbjeeb.nic.in |
OBC-A and OBC-B Reservation Policy in WBJEE ANM GNM
West Bengal divides OBC reservation into two sub-groups for WBJEE ANM GNM admissions. OBC-A covers the more socially and educationally backward communities and holds 10% of total seats. OBC-B holds 7% of total seats and is designated for communities with a comparatively higher socio-economic standing within the OBC bracket. Both sub-groups receive a 5% relaxation in the minimum 10+2 eligibility requirement — 35% aggregate instead of 40% for General category students.
- Students must hold a valid OBC-A or OBC-B certificate from the competent authority in West Bengal.
- Domicile of West Bengal is mandatory to claim OBC-A or OBC-B reservation benefits.
- WBJEEB prepares separate merit lists for OBC-A, OBC-B, and all other categories.
- Your category rank — your rank within the OBC-A or OBC-B merit list — determines seat allotment during counselling, not the overall rank.
WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Expected Cutoff Marks for OBC-A and OBC-B
The table below presents the expected cutoff marks for WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 across all categories, with focus on OBC-A and OBC-B. These are estimated figures based on 2023–2025 trend data and will be updated once WBJEEB releases the official cutoff in July 2026.
| Category | Expected Cutoff Marks (out of 115) | Approximate Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 72–78 | 63–68% |
| OBC-A | 63–70 | 55–61% |
| OBC-B | 65–72 | 57–63% |
| EWS | 65–72 | 57–63% |
| SC | 58–65 | 50–57% |
| ST | 52–58 | 45–50% |
| PwD | 48–55 | 42–48% |
All figures are expected estimates based on previous year trends. Actual cutoff will be released by WBJEEB at wbjeeb.nic.in/anm-gnm/ alongside the July 2026 result.
Previous Year WBJEE ANM GNM Cutoff Trends
The table below shows approximate previous year cutoff marks for WBJEE ANM GNM based on available trend analyses. These figures are approximate and derived from multiple trend sources; all marks are out of 115.
| Year | General (approx., out of 115) | OBC (approx., out of 115) | SC (approx., out of 115) | ST (approx., out of 115) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | ~74 | ~67 | ~61 | ~55 |
| 2024 | ~66 | ~60 | ~54 | ~48 |
| 2023 | ~64 | ~59 | ~53 | ~47 |
| 2022 | ~67 | ~61 | ~55 | ~50 |
OBC-A cutoffs historically fall 3–5 marks below the combined OBC cutoff, while OBC-B cutoffs are typically at or 1–2 marks above the combined OBC figure. Students scoring at or above the combined OBC cutoff are well-positioned regardless of sub-category.
Marks vs Category Rank: OBC-A and OBC-B Analysis
WBJEEB prepares a separate merit list for each category. Your OBC-A or OBC-B category rank determines seat allotment — only your rank within the sub-category list matters, not the overall rank. The table below shows the expected marks-to-category-rank mapping for OBC-A and OBC-B students in WBJEE ANM GNM 2026, based on previous year patterns.
| Marks Range (out of 115) | Expected OBC-A Category Rank | Expected OBC-B Category Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 85–100 | 1–50 | 1–40 |
| 78–84 | 51–200 | 41–160 |
| 72–77 | 201–500 | 161–400 |
| 67–71 | 501–900 | 401–700 |
| 63–66 | 901–1,400 (near cutoff) | 701–900 (near cutoff) |
| Below 63 | Below cutoff | Below cutoff (if below 65) |
Students scoring 70 marks or above out of 115 in OBC-A or OBC-B have a strong likelihood of securing a seat in a West Bengal government nursing institute. Scoring 78 marks or above significantly improves your chances of getting a preferred college or location during counselling.
Factors Affecting WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Cutoff for OBC-A and OBC-B
Several factors determine where the cutoff lands each year for OBC-A and OBC-B students:
- Total applicants per sub-category: More OBC-A or OBC-B students competing for the same reserved seats pushes the cutoff higher.
- Exam difficulty level: A harder paper reduces the average score and lowers the cutoff; an easier paper has the opposite effect.
- Total intake and seat matrix: Any increase in reserved seats at West Bengal nursing institutes eases competition and may reduce the cutoff. WBJEEB releases the seat matrix before counselling.
- Independent category merit lists: OBC-A and OBC-B have separate merit lists, so each sub-category cutoff is set entirely by performance within that group — unaffected by General or SC/ST scores.
- OMR-based format: No session-wise normalisation is applied. Marks are raw scores, making year-on-year cutoff comparisons straightforward.
WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 OBC Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 cutoff for OBC-A students?
Ans. Based on 2023–2025 trends, the expected cutoff for OBC-A students is approximately 63–70 marks out of 115. WBJEEB will release the official cutoff alongside the result in July 2026 at wbjeeb.nic.in.
Ques. What is the expected WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 cutoff for OBC-B students?
Ans. The expected cutoff for OBC-B students is approximately 65–72 marks out of 115, slightly higher than OBC-A since OBC-B receives a smaller reservation benefit. These are expected figures based on previous year data.
Ques. How many seats are reserved for OBC-A and OBC-B in WBJEE ANM GNM?
Ans. 10% of total seats are reserved for OBC-A and 7% for OBC-B students under the West Bengal government reservation policy for nursing admissions through WBJEE ANM GNM.
Ques. Is the rank for OBC-A and OBC-B students calculated separately?
Ans. Yes. WBJEEB prepares separate category-wise merit lists. Your OBC-A or OBC-B category rank is calculated among students only within that sub-category. Seat allotment during counselling is based on this category rank, not the overall rank.
Ques. When will the official WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 cutoff be released?
Ans. The official cutoff is expected in July 2026, released alongside the result on the WBJEEB portal at wbjeeb.nic.in/anm-gnm/.
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 questions — 85 Category 1 questions carry 1 mark each and 15 Category 2 questions carry 2 marks each. Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies to Category 1 wrong answers only.
Comments