The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board (WBJEEB) conducts the ANM (Auxiliary Nursing Midwifery) and GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) Entrance Exam for admission to nursing courses in West Bengal. The 2025 exam is scheduled for 29 June 2025, and the application form will be available in April 2025.
Key Details
Exam Name – WB ANM & GNM Common Entrance Test 2025
Conducting Body – West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board (WBJEEB)
Courses Offered – 2-year ANM (revised) & 3-year GNM
Application Mode – Online
Application Dates – April – May 2025 (Expected)
Exam Date – 29 June 2025
Official Website – wbjeeb.nic.in
WB ANM GNM 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:
1. Nationality & Domicile
- Must be an Indian citizen.
- Must have a West Bengal domicile certificate.
2. Age Limit
- Minimum age: 17 years (as of 31 June 2025).
- No upper age limit.
3. Educational Qualification
- Class 12 pass or appearing with minimum 40% marks.
- English must be a subject in Class 12.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak Bengali/Nepali.
4. Gender Requirement
- ANM Course: Only female candidates can apply.
- GNM Course: Both male and female candidates eligible.
WB ANM GNM 2025 Application Process
The online application for WB ANM GNM 2025 will be available at wbjeeb.nic.in. Follow these steps:
Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit Official Website – Go to wbjeeb.nic.in.
- Click on “ANM & GNM 2025 Application”.
- Register – Enter name, DOB, mobile number, and email.
- Fill Application Form – Provide educational, personal, and contact details.
- Upload Documents –
- Scanned photograph & signature (as per guidelines).
- Class 12 mark sheet (if available).
- Pay Application Fee –
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Orphan- ₹300
- General/OBC-B- ₹400
- Submit & Print Confirmation – Save the application number for future reference.
WB ANM GNM 2025 Exam Pattern
The entrance test consists of 100 questions (115 marks) divided into two categories:
Category 1 (85 Questions)
- 1 mark per question.
- Negative marking (¼ deduction for wrong answers).
Category 2 (15 Questions)
- 2 marks per question.
- No negative marking.
Subject-Wise Distribution
| Subject | Category 1 | Category 2 | Total Qs | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Science | 30 | 10 | 40 | 50 |
| Basic English | 15 | – | 15 | 15 |
| Physical Science | 15 | 5 | 20 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 10 | – | 10 | 10 |
| Logical Reasoning | 5 | – | 5 | 5 |
| General Knowledge | 10 | – | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 85 | 15 | 100 | 115 |
Exam Duration: 1.5 hours (90 minutes).
WB ANM GNM 2025 Counselling & Admission
- Merit List will be released after the exam.
- Counselling will be conducted for seat allotment.
- Documents Required:
- Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
- Domicile certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
Conclusion
The WB ANM GNM 2025 exam is a gateway for nursing aspirants in West Bengal. The application form will be available in April 2025, and the exam is on 29 June 2025. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and prepare well for the entrance test.
FAQs on WB ANM GNM 2025
Expected in April 2025.
29 June 2025.
No, only female candidates can apply for ANM.
Yes, ¼ mark deduction for wrong answers in Category 1.
Class 12 pass with 40% marks.