WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 is a state-level nursing entrance examination conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) for admission to Auxiliary Nursing & Midwifery (ANM-R) and General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) programmes in West Bengal.
The official ANM(R) & GNM 2027 notification is expected to be released in the last week of March 2027. Therefore, the dates and other 2027-specific details should be treated as expected until WBJEEB publishes the official information bulletin.
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WBJEE ANM GNM 2027: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 |
| Full Form | Auxiliary Nursing & Midwifery (Revised) and General Nursing & Midwifery |
| Conducting Body | West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board |
| Exam Level | State level |
| Courses | ANM(R) and GNM |
| ANM(R) Duration | 2 years |
| GNM Duration | 3 years |
| Exam Mode | Offline, OMR-based |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Admission State | West Bengal |
| 2027 Notification | To be announced |
| Official Website | wbjeeb.nic.in |
For 2026, WBJEEB conducted the OMR-based common entrance examination for admission to two-year ANM(R) and three-year GNM courses for the 2026-27 academic session.
What is WBJEE ANM GNM 2027?
WBJEE ANM GNM is a common entrance examination for candidates seeking admission to nursing programmes offered by participating government, private, and self-financed institutes in West Bengal.
The examination covers two programmes:
ANM(R)
Auxiliary Nursing & Midwifery (Revised) is a two-year nursing diploma course. As per the latest eligibility rules, admission to ANM(R) is restricted to female candidates.
GNM
General Nursing & Midwifery is a three-year nursing programme. Both female and male candidates can seek admission, subject to the availability of seats and applicable institutional rules.
WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Expected Timeline for 2027 |
|---|---|
| Information bulletin | To be announced |
| Application begins | Expected March 2027 |
| Last date to apply | Expected April 2027 |
| Correction window | To be announced |
| Admit card | Three or four days before the exam date |
| ANM GNM exam | Tentatively in June 2027 |
| Answer key | To be announced |
| Result/Rank Card | To be announced |
| Counselling | To be announced |
The official 2027 schedule is yet to be announced.
However, the 2026 schedule can be used as a broad reference. In 2026, the application process was initially scheduled from March 25 to April 22, 2026, while the examination was tentatively scheduled for June 14, 2026.
Note: Candidates should not consider the above as the official 2027 schedule. WBJEEB will announce the confirmed dates through its official website.
WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates are expected to fulfil eligibility conditions related to citizenship, West Bengal domicile, age, educational qualification, language, and medical fitness. Based on the latest available 2026 information, candidates must meet the following requirements.
Citizenship
The applicant must be a citizen of India.
West Bengal Domicile
Candidates must be permanent residents of West Bengal. For admission to ANM(R) and GNM, candidates are required to have been permanent residents of West Bengal continuously for at least the last 10 years up to December 31, 2025, as specified for the 2026 admission cycle.
Candidates satisfying the domicile condition must submit the prescribed Domicile Certificate during the admission process. The exact domicile cut-off date for 2027 will be confirmed in the 2027 information bulletin.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognised Board with at least 40% aggregate marks.
- SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B candidates get a 5% relaxation.
- Candidates must have passed English in Class 12.
- Vocational candidates are eligible if they meet the prescribed Healthcare Science/Community Healthcare subject requirements.
- Candidates with the specified West Bengal Higher Secondary (Vocational) qualifications in Community Healthcare/Home Science may also apply, subject to the prescribed conditions.
Age Limit for WBJEE ANM GNM 2027
Candidates must be at least 17 years old. For the 2026 cycle, the minimum age requirement was 17 years as of December 31, 2026.
There was no upper age limit for admission to ANM(R) and GNM under the WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 Eligibility criteria. The exact date for calculating age for the 2027 admission cycle will be mentioned in the official 2027 bulletin.
Gender Eligibility
The gender eligibility differs for the two courses:
| Course | Gender |
|---|---|
| ANM(R) | Female candidates only |
| GNM | Female and male candidates |
The latest rules also note that there are two government institutions for male candidates and a few private institutions for males for GNM.
Language Requirement
Candidates must be able to read, write, and express themselves in Bengali and/or Nepali. This requirement applies to candidates seeking admission through the examination.
Medical Fitness
Candidates admitted to ANM(R) or GNM must be medically fit for the course. A prescribed Medical Fitness Certificate has to be produced at the time of admission.
WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 Exam Pattern
The latest available WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 exam pattern consists of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 115 marks. The question paper has two categories of questions.
| Subject | Category 1 | Category 2 | Total Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Science | 30 | 10 | 40 | 50 |
| Physical Science | 15 | 5 | 20 | 25 |
| Basic English | 15 | — | 15 | 15 |
| Mathematics | 10 | — | 10 | 10 |
| General Knowledge | 10 | — | 10 | 10 |
| Logical Reasoning | 5 | — | 5 | 5 |
| Total | 85 | 15 | 100 | 115 |
The examination duration is 1.5 hours (90 minutes). The paper is conducted in OMR-based offline mode.
Category 1 and Category 2 Questions
Category 1
There is only one correct answer.
- Correct answer: +1 mark
- Incorrect answer: -¼ mark
- Unattempted: 0 marks
- More than one option selected: Treated as incorrect
Category 2
There may be one or more correct options.
- All correct options selected: 2 marks
- Any incorrect option selected: 0 marks
- Partially correct response: Proportionate marks
- Unattempted: 0 marks
The exact marking scheme for 2027 will be confirmed by WBJEEB.
WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 Syllabus
The latest syllabus is divided into six subjects.
Life Science
Life Science is based on the Class 10 level syllabus of recognised Boards/Councils.
Physical Science
Physical Science is also based on the Class 10 level syllabus.
Mathematics
Mathematics follows the Class 10 level syllabus.
Basic English
Basic English is based on the Class 12 level curriculum.
General Knowledge
General Knowledge is based on the Class 12 level standard.
Logical Reasoning
Logical Reasoning is also of approximately Class 12 level. Candidates preparing for 2027 should refer to the official information bulletin once it is released because WBJEEB may make changes to the syllabus or examination structure.
WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 Application Form
The application form is expected to be released online through the official WBJEEB website.
Candidates will generally have to complete the following stages:
- Online registration
- Enter personal details
- Provide academic information
- Enter domicile/category details
- Select examination zones
- Upload photograph and signature
- Upload required documents, if applicable
- Pay the application fee
- Review the application
- Submit the form
- Download the confirmation page
Candidates should carefully enter details such as name, date of birth, parents’ names, and domicile, because some primary registration information may not be editable later.
OMR-Based Examination
The ANM(R) & GNM examination is conducted using a specially designed OMR answer sheet. Candidates are required to completely darken the appropriate answer bubble with a blue or black ink ballpoint pen.
They should avoid:
- Pencil
- Tick marks
- Cross marks
- Dot marks
- Incomplete bubbles
- Overwriting
- Scratching
- Erasing
- White ink
- Marking outside the bubble
Candidates should also remember that an OMR response generally cannot be edited or erased after marking under the prescribed examination rules.
WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 Admit Card
Candidates who complete the application process will be able to download their admit cards from the official WBJEEB portal. The admit card is an important examination document and should be carried to the examination centre in the prescribed format.
Candidates should carefully check details such as:
- Candidate name
- Roll number
- Examination date
- Examination centre
- Reporting time
- Examination instructions
WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 Result and Rank Card
WBJEEB prepares merit ranks based on candidates’ performance in the common entrance examination.
Separate ranks are prepared for:
- ANM(R)
- GNM
The rank is referred to as the General Merit Rank (GMR). Candidates can access their score and rank through their Rank Card. The Board also provides category-wise merit positions for applicable categories. However, the GMR is used for counselling, seat allotment, and admission, while category ranks are primarily provided for information.
WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 Counselling
Candidates who qualify and meet the applicable eligibility requirements can participate in the counselling process.
The counselling process may include:
- Registration
- Candidate login
- Choice filling
- Choice locking
- Seat allotment
- Document verification
- Upgradation, where applicable
- Admission/reporting at the allotted institute
The latest WBJEEB website provides separate counselling information, schedules, and seat-matrix links for ANM(R) & GNM. The exact counselling procedure and number of rounds for 2027 will be announced by WBJEEB.
Documents Required for ANM GNM Admission
Candidates should keep the following documents ready, subject to the requirements specified in the 2027 admission notice:
- Class 10 certificate/marksheet
- Class 12 marksheet/certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate, if applicable
- PwD Certificate, if applicable
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Passport-size photographs
- Valid identity proof
- Rank Card
- Admit Card
- Application/confirmation documents
Candidates should check the official counselling notification for the final document list.
ANM(R) & GNM 2027 Training
After admission, selected candidates must join the training programme at the allotted institute on the notified date. Failure to join within the prescribed period may result in the seat being treated as vacant and allotted to another eligible candidate.
Candidates must also follow the rules and regulations of their training institute. Any violation of prescribed rules or involvement in an unlawful activity may result in disciplinary action, including discharge from the course. For government institutes, the 2026 information specified a stipend of ₹500 per month for ANM(R) trainees for two years, or the amount applicable under prevailing government rules. The 2027 stipend, if any, should be checked against the new notification.
Completion of the training does not automatically guarantee government employment.
ANM vs GNM: Which Course Should You Choose?
| Feature | ANM(R) | GNM |
|---|---|---|
| Full Form | Auxiliary Nursing & Midwifery | General Nursing & Midwifery |
| Duration | 2 years | 3 years |
| Gender | Female | Female and Male |
| Eligibility | Class 12 and prescribed conditions | Class 12 and prescribed conditions |
| Entrance Exam | ANM(R) & GNM | ANM(R) & GNM |
| Admission | Through WBJEEB process | Through WBJEEB process |
Students should choose the programme based on their career goals, eligibility, course duration, and future education/employment plans.
How to Prepare for WBJEE ANM GNM 2027?
Candidates should begin preparation with the prescribed syllabus rather than studying every nursing topic at an advanced level.
Focus on Class 10 Science
Life Science and Physical Science carry the largest share of questions. Candidates should revise their Class 10-level concepts thoroughly.
Practise Mathematics
Mathematics has 10 questions in the latest pattern, so candidates should regularly practise numerical questions.
Improve English
Basic English contains 15 questions. Grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension-related preparation can help.
Prepare General Knowledge
Candidates should follow important national, international, science, health, and current-affairs developments.
Practise Logical Reasoning
Regular practice can improve speed and accuracy in the reasoning section.
Solve Mock Tests
Since the examination is only 90 minutes, candidates should practise completing 100 questions within the available time.
WBJEE ANM GNM 2027: Important Points
- The 2027 notification is yet to be released.
- ANM(R) is a two-year course.
- GNM is a three-year course.
- ANM(R) is for female candidates under the latest rules.
- GNM is open to female and male candidates.
- Candidates need to satisfy the West Bengal domicile requirement.
- The latest pattern has 100 questions for 115 marks.
- The examination is OMR-based and offline.
- There is negative marking in Category 1 questions.
- Separate GMR ranks are prepared for ANM(R) and GNM.
- Admission is followed by the prescribed counselling and document-verification process.
WBJEEB’s official ANM & GNM page currently lists the 2026 application, examination, and counselling information; candidates should use it to track the release of the ANM(R) & GNM 2027 information bulletin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is WBJEE ANM GNM 2027 notification released?
No. The official ANM(R) & GNM 2027 notification has not yet been released. The 2027 dates and final eligibility conditions will be confirmed by WBJEEB.
Q2. What is the duration of ANM and GNM courses?
The ANM(R) course is two years, while the GNM course is three years.
Q3. Is WBJEE ANM GNM conducted online?
No. The latest examination pattern is offline and OMR-based.
Q4. How many questions are asked in the ANM GNM exam?
The latest pattern contains 100 MCQs carrying 115 marks.
Q5. Can male candidates apply for ANM?
Under the latest eligibility rules, ANM(R) is restricted to female candidates, while GNM is open to both male and female candidates.
Q6. Is there negative marking in WBJEE ANM GNM?
Yes. In the latest pattern, Category 1 questions carry a negative marking of ¼ mark for an incorrect response. Category 2 questions have a different partial-marking system.
Q7. What is the minimum qualification for ANM GNM?
Under the latest available criteria, candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 under the 10+2 system and meet the prescribed marks, domicile, age, language, and other conditions.