The application process for Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) ANM/GNM 2026 will be released in the month of April. To apply, candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board. Through the JK ANM/GNM exam, students can gain admission to various institutes in Jammu and Kashmir for ANM, GNM, Medical, Pharma Assistant, Lab Assistant, Dental Assistant, Ophthalmic Assistant, and more courses in both government and private colleges. This exam evaluates candidates’ eligibility and competence to undergo professional training in nursing and allied health diploma courses. It provides a fair, merit-based selection process for aspiring candidates to gain admission into these courses for the academic year 2026.
JK ANM/GNM 2026 Important Dates
Check Application Dates in information below:Events Dates Application Opening April 2026 Application Closing Date May 2026 Exam Date June 2026
JK ANM/GNM 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Check eligibility criteria for ANM/GNM diploma courses available below:
| To apply, candidates must have passed Intermediate (10+2). |
| Candidates must have at least 40% marks in English subject to apply. |
| If you have completed 12th grade in the medical stream/non-medical stream or a vocational ANM course, you can also apply for this course. |
| To apply, candidates must be residents of Jammu & Kashmir / Ladakh. |
| Candidates must be physically and mentally health |
JK ANM 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- The candidate must be a resident (domicile) of UT Jammu & Kashmir or UT Ladakh. If from Ladakh, the ST certificate will consider as the domicile certificate.
- The age should be a minimum of 17 years and a maximum of 35 years as of December 31, 2025.
- Educational qualification: 10+2 in Arts (such as Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, etc.) or Science or Health Care Science Vocational stream, with English as a subject and a minimum of 40% marks. only from recognized board.
- Candidates must be physically and mentally fit.
- Candidates appearing for the 10+2 examination in 2026 can also apply, but they must pass the examination before admission; otherwise, their candidature will object to cancel.
- Admissions will conduct only once a year.
JK GNM 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with science passed Out and English Compulsory Subject.
- If candidate has done their Vocational ANM Course from school recoqnised by Indian Nursing Council are eligible to apply.
- Marks Aggregate – 40% in English separately.
- Candidates Must be eligible to apply for NIOS.
- Admissions will conducteonly once a year.
Age Criteria For JK ANM/GNM 2026
To fill out the JK ANM/GNM 2026 application form, your age has determined, and it will be counted as of December 31, 2026. You can see the maximum and minimum age limits in the table below.Maximum Age 17 years Minimum Age 35 Years
JK ANM/GNM 2026 Application Fee
Regarding the application fee, the application fee for all candidates is Rs. 1000/-.
JK ANM/GNM 2026 Document Size – Photo, Signature, Thumb Impression
| Specification | Details |
| Documents to upload | Recent photo, scanned copy of signature, and thumb impression |
| Background of photograph | Light-colored background preferred |
| File format | JPG or JPEG |
| File size | Minimum 10 KB and maximum 50 KB |
| Date of photograph | Photograph must be clicked on or after 01-01-2025 |
| Name and date on photograph | Must be taken with a placard showing the candidate’s name and date of photo capture; if added later, the application will be rejected |
| Clarity of name and date | Name and date must be clear and legible |
| Attire in photograph | No cap or goggles allowed; spectacles are allowed |
JK ANM/GNM 2026 How To Apply
Step-1: To apply, you first need to go to the jkbopee.gov.in website.
Step-2: On the homepage, you will find the link to download the JK ANM/GNM 2026 Application form. The application link is also usually provided there.
Step-3: After that, you need to click on the advertisement link and read it carefully (this advertisement will be made available for download in the information section below soon).
Step-4: Now you need to click on the apply link and register yourself.
Step-5: Students, to register, you will need to fill in your personal important details, which include – name, email, mobile number, educational qualification, age, etc.
Step-6: Next, you will have to upload your documents – such as your photo, signature, 12th marksheet, domicile certificate, etc.
Step-7: Now submit the form – click on the submit button.
Step-8: After clicking on the submit button, save the application form for future reference.
JK ANM/GNM 2026 Exam Centers
| Centres of Examination | Details |
| Exam Centres | Test held at centres specified by the Board in Srinagar, Jammu, Doda, Rajouri, Anantnag, Baramulla, Leh (other than ANM and GNM courses) |
| Centre Allocation | Centres allotted by JKBOPEE; details on Admit Cards |
| Centre Change | No change allowed once allotted |
| Medium of Test | English only |
| Retest Policy | No retest for candidates missing exam on scheduled date |
JK ANM/GNM 2026 Exam Dates
The JKBOPEE (Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examination) J&K Paramedical/ANM/GNM Exam 2026 is conducted in the month of June. The J&K ANM/GNM 2026 admit card will be published on the website 1 to 2 weeks before the exam. Must check the JK ANM, GNM Exam pattern its available in table below.
JK ANM/GNM 2026 Exam Pattern
| Nature of Question Paper | Details |
| Candidate Responsibility | Verify Question Booklet before answering; report any missing, blank, damaged pages to invigilator |
| Total Questions | 120 questions |
| Exam Format | Single paper with four sections: English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology |
| Marks Distribution | Each question carries 1 mark |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours |
JK ANM/GNM 2026 Questions Number – Subject Wise
| Subject | Total Questions |
| English | 20 |
| Physics | 20 |
| Chemistry | 40 |
| Biology | 40 |
J&K ANM/GNM Seats 2025
JKBOPEE had announced 4,136 seats for the GNM course and 110 seats for the ANM course for admissions in the previous year. Based on this, you can estimate the number of seats available in 2026. The exact number of seats will be announced soon. Check Seats in Table Below:Course Government Seats Private Seats Total GNM 408 3,728 4,136 ANM 0 110 110
JK ANM/GNM 2026 Syllabus
| Subject | Topics Covered |
| Physics | Light (Reflection, Refraction), Human Eye and its defects, Electricity and Ohm’s Law, Magnetism, Magnetic effects of current, Domestic electric circuits |
| Chemistry | Basic chemistry concepts relevant to healthcare settings |
| Biology | Human health and disease, Environment, Living organisms fundamentals, Nutrition, Microorganisms, Care of the patient |
| English | Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Communication skills |
FAQs
The application will be released in April 2026 on jkbopee.gov.in.
Candidates must have passed 10+2 with 40% marks in English and be residents of J&K or Ladakh. Age should be between 17 and 35 years.
Minimum age is 17 years and maximum age is 35 years as of December 31, 2025.
Physics (light, human eye, electricity, magnetism), Chemistry basics, Biology (human health, environment), English comprehension and grammar.
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