Candidates who appeared for the OJEE 2026 Basic B.Sc. Nursing exam on May 5, 2026 (Shift 1 – 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM) can refer to this marks vs rank analysis for an estimated rank for scores of 80, 85, 90, and 100 out of 100.

  • The OJEE 2026 Basic B.Sc. The nursing entrance test is for a total of 100 marks (100 MCQs × 1 mark, no negative marking), covering Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and Aptitude for Nursing.
  • May 5 Shift 1 is Day 2's first session and the 4th of 5 total shifts for the BSc Nursing exam. Normalisation is applied across all shifts before the merit list is finalised.
  • Candidates scoring 85 marks or above are expected to rank within the top 500, placing them in a comfortable zone for admission to government nursing colleges in Odisha.
  • Even with a score of 80 marks, the candidate can expect a rank of 500 -1,500.
  • This is well above the government college cutoff of approximately 65 – 70 marks for the General category.
  • The official OJEE 2026 BSc Nursing result and rank card is expected in June 2026 on ojee.nic.in.

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OJEE 2026 May 5 Shift 1 BSc Nursing Marks vs Rank

OJEE 2026 May 5 Shift 1 – Basic B.Sc. Nursing: Key Exam Summary

  • The OJEE 2026 Basic B.Sc. Nursing exam (Shift 1) will be held on May 5, 2026 (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) as Day 2, Shift 4 of 5.
  • The paper will have 100 MCQs carrying 100 marks, with no negative marking, and a total duration of 2 hours.
  • Questions will be asked from Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and Nursing Aptitude, with 20 questions from each subject.
  • The qualifying percentile is 50th for General/UR and 40th for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC candidates.
  • In case of a tie, the rank will be decided based on Class 12 Biology marks, followed by English marks, and then age (older candidate gets preference).

OJEE 2026 Basic B.Sc. Nursing: Marks vs Rank Table – May 5 Shift 1

  • Based on Odisha BSc Nursing exam trends, the table below provides expected rank ranges for scores of 80, 85, 90, and 100 marks (out of 100) in OJEE 2026 Basic B.Sc. Nursing.
  • The government college cutoff has historically ranged between 65–70 marks for General category candidates.
Marks Scored (out of 100) Expected Rank Range Category Standing Admission Outlook
100 1 – 10 Topper Zone Best govt. nursing college – first choice
90 – 99 11 – 200 Excellent SCB Cuttack, MKCG Berhampur, VIMSAR Burla
85 – 89 200 – 500 Very Good All govt. nursing colleges accessible
80 – 84 500 – 1,500 Good Most govt. seats; top private colleges
75 – 79 1,500 – 3,500 Average Private nursing colleges (ONMRC-recognised)
70 – 74 3,500 – 6,000 Below Average Private colleges; limited govt. chances
65 – 69 6,000 – 9,000 Qualifying Range Private colleges; at govt. cutoff borderline
Below 65 9,000+ Low Score Management quota / private seats only
OJEE 2026 Basic B.Sc. Nursing: Marks vs Rank Table – May 5 Shift 1

Note: Rank estimates are based on Odisha BSc Nursing exam trends and OJEE 2025 merit list data. Government nursing college cutoff: approximately 65–70 marks (General). Final 2026 ranks will be published on ojee.nic.in after result declaration.

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Ques. What is the difference in rank between 85 and 90 marks in OJEE 2026 BSc Nursing?

Ans. Based on previous year trends, a score of 90 marks is expected to fetch a rank of approximately 11 – 200, while 85 marks corresponds to a rank of approximately 200 – 500. The rank gap is significant in the high-score zone because fewer candidates score above 85, making each additional mark more impactful at the top of the merit list.

Ques. What subjects should I focus on to score 90+ in OJEE BSc Nursing?

Ans. The OJEE 2026 BSc Nursing paper covers Biology (20 marks), Physics (20 marks), Chemistry (20 marks), English (20 marks), and Aptitude for Nursing (20 marks). Scoring 90+ requires strong performance across all five sections. Biology and Aptitude for Nursing are considered relatively scoring sections, while Physics and Chemistry require thorough Class 11–12 NCERT preparation. English comprehension and grammar carry equal weight and should not be neglected.

OJEE 2026 Basic B.Sc. Nursing: Top Colleges & Expected Cutoffs

  • With an expected rank of 500 – 1,500 for 80 marks, candidates have good chances for government seats.
  • Those scoring 90+ marks (top 200 rank) are in a strong position for top nursing colleges across Odisha.
College Name Type Expected Cutoff Score (General) Location
SCB Medical College & Hospital Government 68 – 75 Cuttack
MKCG Medical College & Hospital Government 65 – 72 Berhampur
VIMSAR, Burla Government 65 – 70 Burla
Shri Ram Chandra Bhanj Medical College Government 62 – 68 Baripada
Hi-Tech Medical College & Hospital Private 55 – 65 Bhubaneswar
KINS – KIIT University Private 55 – 65 Bhubaneswar
SUM Nursing College, SOA University Private 50 – 62 Bhubaneswar
Ispat General Hospital College of Nursing Government-aided 60 – 68 Rourkela
OJEE 2026 Basic B.Sc. Nursing: Top Colleges & Expected Cutoffs

Note: Cutoffs are expected estimates based on 2024–2025 Odisha BSc Nursing counselling data. Official 2026 cutoffs will be released on ojee.nic.in post-counselling rounds.

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Ques. How is the OJEE 2026 BSc Nursing merit list prepared?

Ans. The OJEE 2026 BSc Nursing merit list is prepared by OJEEB based on the total marks scored by candidates in the 100-mark entrance test. Since the exam is held in multiple shifts, normalisation is applied to ensure fairness. Only candidates who score at or above the minimum qualifying percentile (50th for General, 40th for reserved categories) are included in the merit list. The merit list is published in PDF format on ojee.nic.in.

Ques. When will OJEE 2026 BSc Nursing counselling begin?

Ans. The OJEE 2026 BSc Nursing counselling is expected to begin in July 2026, after the result is declared in June 2026. The counselling process will be conducted online and will include registration, web options (choice filling), seat allotment, and reporting to the allotted institution. Candidates must keep track of the schedule on ojee.nic.in.

OJEE BSc Nursing Official Result / Merit List PDFs: Last 3 Years

Year Document Download Link
2025 OJEE 2025 BSc Nursing Result & Merit List View on Official Site – ojee.nic.in
2024 OJEE 2024 BSc Nursing Result & Merit List View on Official Site – ojee.nic.in
2023 OJEE 2023 BSc Nursing Result & Merit List View on Official Site – ojee.nic.in

Note: All PDFs are published by OJEEB on ojee.nic.in. Links updated as official documents are released.

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