WBJEE ANM GNM 2026: Exam Concluded, Answer Key Expected 28 June, Counselling and Cutoff

The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 exam has been conducted today, 14^th June 2026, from 12:00 Noon to 1:30 PM in OMR-based offline mode by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). More than 3,300 seats across ANM(R) and GNM nursing diploma courses in West Bengal will be filled through this state-level entrance test. The latest update is that the exam has been held successfully today, and the WBJEEB is now expected to release the provisional answer key around 28^th June 2026.

• Answer Key: The provisional WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 answer key is expected on 28^th June 2026 at wbjeeb.nic.in. Last year (2025), the model answer key was released within 10 days of the exam.
• Result: The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 result and rank cards are expected in July 2026. In 2025, results were declared in October-November after the exam was held on 19^th October.
• Counselling: Online counselling for around 500 ANM and 2,817 GNM seats is expected to begin in August 2026. Counselling will run in three rounds (Round 1, Round 2, and Mop-Up).
• Cutoff: The category-wise cutoff for ANM(R) and GNM will be released along with the merit list. You should aim for around 60-70 marks out of 115 for General category seats in top government institutes.

What is WBJEE ANM GNM 2026?

The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 is a state-level nursing entrance examination conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). It is held for admission to two diploma nursing courses in government and private institutes across West Bengal for the academic session 2026-27.

The two courses offered through this entrance test are:

• ANM(R) – Auxiliary Nursing & Midwifery (Revised): A 2-year diploma nursing course.
• GNM – General Nursing & Midwifery: A 3-year diploma nursing course.

Only female candidates who are domiciles of West Bengal are eligible to apply. The exam was held today, 14^th June 2026, in OMR-based offline mode. More than 3,300 seats are available across the two courses in colleges across the state. This makes it one of the most sought-after nursing entrance exams in eastern India.

The exam is the gateway for Class 12 pass-outs (or appearing) who want a career in nursing. The merit list prepared after the exam is used for centralised online counselling. Seats are allotted in three rounds based on rank, category, and choice filling.

WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Exam Day Update – 14^th June 2026

The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 exam has been conducted today, 14^th June 2026 (Sunday), from 12:00 Noon to 1:30 PM across designated examination zones in West Bengal. The exam was held in offline OMR-based mode at exam centres notified on the admit card. Reporting time was 10:30 AM. The entry gates closed at 11:30 AM, half an hour before the exam started.

Key things you should know about today’s exam:

• The paper carried 100 MCQs for 115 marks, to be solved in 90 minutes.
• Questions covered six subjects – Life Science, Physical Science, Mathematics, Basic English, General Knowledge, and Logical Reasoning.
• The OMR sheet was bilingual (English and Bengali) and candidates had to darken bubbles using a black or blue ball-point pen.
• Use of any electronic gadgets, including digital watches and calculators, was strictly prohibited.
• You should keep the candidate’s copy of the OMR sheet safe – it helps you cross-check your responses once the answer key is out.

If you have appeared in the exam today, do not lose your admit card. You will need it at every later stage, including for downloading the rank card and during counselling.

Post-exam Timeline – What Happens Next:

• Provisional Answer Key: Expected by 28^th June 2026 on wbjeeb.nic.in.
• Objection Window: A challenge window of 2-3 days will be opened with a fee per question.
• Final Answer Key & Result: Expected in July 2026 after objections are processed.
• Rank Card Download: Available on the candidate portal after result declaration.
• Counselling Registration: Likely to begin in August 2026.

WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Important Dates

The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 important dates are released by WBJEEB on its official portal. With the exam held today, the focus now shifts to the answer key, result, and counselling rounds. You should track these dates closely on wbjeeb.nic.in.

Source: WBJEEB Official Portal

WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Answer Key

The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 answer key will be released by WBJEEB in two stages – provisional and final. The provisional answer key is expected around 28^th June 2026 at wbjeeb.nic.in. You will be able to download it as a PDF file from the candidate portal.

After the provisional release, WBJEEB will open a short objection window. You can challenge any answer by paying a non-refundable fee per question. The fee is around ₹500 per question (refundable if the challenge is accepted). Last year, the objection window stayed open for 2-3 days only.

Steps to download the answer key:

• Visit the official website wbjeeb.nic.in
• Click on the "ANM & GNM 2026" link
• Find the "Provisional Answer Key" download link under Current Events
• Download the PDF and check the responses set-wise (A, B, C, D)
• Use your candidate copy of the OMR sheet to calculate the expected score

You should remember the marking pattern while calculating your score: +1 mark for each correct Category-1 question (85 questions), +2 marks for each correct Category-2 question (15 questions), and –0.25 mark for every wrong Category-1 answer. Category-2 questions carry no negative marking.

WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Syllabus

The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 syllabus covers six subjects. Life Science, Physical Science, and Mathematics are based on the Class 10 (West Bengal Board) level. Basic English, General Knowledge, and Logical Reasoning are based on the Class 12 level. Most of the content is straightforward and follows the WBBSE and WBCHSE textbook patterns.

Life Science:

• Cell biology, tissues, life processes, control and coordination
• Reproduction in plants and animals
• Heredity and evolution
• Human body systems – digestive, respiratory, circulatory, nervous
• Health, nutrition, and common diseases
• Environment, ecosystem, and biodiversity

Physical Science:

• Motion, force, work, and energy
• Light – reflection and refraction
• Sound, heat, and electricity
• Atomic structure, periodic table, chemical bonding
• Acids, bases, and salts
• Metals and non-metals, carbon compounds

Mathematics:

• Number system, polynomials, linear equations
• Quadratic equations, arithmetic progression
• Triangles, circles, coordinate geometry
• Trigonometry and its applications
• Mensuration – areas, surface areas, volumes
• Statistics and probability

Basic English:

• Tenses, articles, prepositions
• Subject-verb agreement, voice change, narration
• Common errors and sentence correction
• Synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitution
• Reading comprehension

General Knowledge:

• Indian history, geography, polity
• Current affairs (last 6-12 months)
• Sports, awards, and honours
• Science and technology in news
• Static GK – capitals, currencies, important days

Logical Reasoning:

• Series – number, letter, alphanumeric
• Coding-decoding, blood relations
• Direction sense, ranking, seating arrangement
• Syllogisms and statement-conclusion
• Non-verbal reasoning – figure series, mirror images

WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 eligibility criteria are set by WBJEEB and the Indian Nursing Council (INC). You should meet all conditions on the cut-off date to be considered for admission. Failing to do so will lead to disqualification at the document verification stage during counselling.

Nationality and Domicile:

• You must be an Indian citizen.
• You must be a permanent resident (domicile) of West Bengal.
• You should have lived in West Bengal continuously for at least the last 10 years.

Gender:

• Only female candidates are eligible to apply for ANM(R) and GNM courses through WBJEE ANM GNM 2026.

Age Criteria:

• Minimum age: 17 years as on 31^st December 2026.
• Maximum age: No upper age limit.

Educational Qualification:

• You must have passed or be appearing in the Class 12 (10+2) examination from a recognised board (WBCHSE, CBSE, ICSE, etc.).
• You should have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects.
• Minimum 40% aggregate marks are required for the General category. SC/ST/OBC candidates need a minimum of 35% aggregate.
• Candidates appearing in Class 12 can apply, but they must produce the passing certificate at the time of counselling.

Medical Fitness:

• You should be physically and mentally fit to pursue the nursing course.
• A medical fitness certificate may be required at the time of admission.

WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Application Process

The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 application process was conducted online between 25^th March 2026 and 22^nd April 2026 (extended). The registration window is now closed. The board does not allow any offline application. For reference, here is how the process works.

Steps in the WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 application:

• Step 1 – Registration: Sign up on wbjeeb.nic.in by entering your name, mobile number, email, and creating a password.
• Step 2 – Application Form: Fill in personal details, academic details, category, and domicile information.
• Step 3 – Upload Documents: Upload a recent passport-size photo, signature, and other scanned documents in the specified format.
• Step 4 – Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or QR Code.
• Step 5 – Confirmation: Take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.

WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Application Fee:

The application fee is non-refundable under any circumstance. You should re-check all details, especially category, before paying the fee.

WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Admit Card

The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 admit card was released by WBJEEB on 4^th June 2026 at wbjeeb.nic.in. Candidates who appeared in today’s exam (14^th June 2026) downloaded their admit cards through the candidate login portal. You should preserve the admit card till the counselling process ends.

How the admit card was downloaded:

• Visit wbjeeb.nic.in and click on the ANM & GNM 2026 link
• Click on "Download Admit Card" under Current Events
• Enter the application number and password
• Verify all details and download the PDF
• Take a clear printout on A4 paper

Details printed on the admit card:

• Candidate’s name, roll number, application number
• Photograph and signature
• Date of birth and category
• Exam date, reporting time, and exam time
• Exam centre name and address
• General instructions and prohibited items

Documents you had to carry along with the admit card on the exam day:

• Printed copy of the WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 admit card
• One original photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, Driving Licence, or Passport)
• Two recent passport-size photographs (same as uploaded in the form)
• Black or blue ball-point pen

WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Seat Matrix & Top Institutes

The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 seat matrix covers more than 3,300 seats across ANM(R) and GNM courses in West Bengal. Around 500 ANM seats and 2,817 GNM seats are filled through this exam. The exact seat matrix is released by the West Bengal Health Department before the counselling rounds.

Top Institutes Offering ANM & GNM in West Bengal:

• College of Nursing, Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research (IPGME&R), SSKM Hospital, Kolkata
• College of Nursing, Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata
• College of Nursing, North Bengal Medical College, Siliguri
• College of Nursing, Burdwan Medical College, Burdwan
• College of Nursing, R G Kar Medical College, Kolkata
• College of Nursing, Calcutta National Medical College
• College of Nursing, Murshidabad Medical College
• College of Nursing, Bankura Sammilani Medical College
• Various District Hospital Nursing Schools across West Bengal

Government colleges have much lower fees (often under ₹10,000 per year). Private colleges may charge between ₹50,000 and ₹1.5 lakh per year. You should choose your colleges during counselling based on rank, location, and fee structure.

WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 Preparation Tips

The WBJEE ANM GNM 2026 preparation is based largely on Class 10 and Class 12 syllabus. With the right approach, three to four months of focused study can help you score well. Here are some tips that work for most candidates, especially those preparing while still in Class 12.

• Stick to the WB Board books: Most questions are based on West Bengal Board textbooks. NCERT books are useful as a backup.
• Focus on Life Science: Life Science carries the highest weightage (around 25 questions). Strong concepts here can give a quick rank boost.
• Practise previous year question papers: Solve at least 5 years of past papers to understand the question pattern.
• Time management: The exam is 90 minutes for 100 questions. You get less than a minute per question, so practise solving mocks against the clock.
• Avoid guesswork in Category-1: A wrong Category-1 answer costs 0.25 marks. Mark only questions where you are at least 70% sure.
• Attempt all Category-2 questions: They have no negative marking and carry double marks.
• Brush up on current affairs: Read a daily news app for the last 6 months before the exam.
• Stay healthy in the last week: Sleep well, eat light, and avoid late-night studies on exam eve.

You should make a short revision sheet for each subject in the last week. This sheet should have all important formulas, definitions, dates, and current affairs items. A quick scan of this sheet on the exam morning can boost your recall.