Overview
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has issued the WBJEE ANM(R) and GNM Counselling 2026 notification for candidates seeking admission to nursing programmes in West Bengal. Qualified candidates will be required to complete online registration, pay the counselling fee, submit course and institute preferences, and participate in seat allotment. This is an admission process, not a recruitment drive; therefore, no posts have been announced, while the number of available seats will be shown in the official seat matrix.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) |
| Post Name | ANM(R) and GNM Nursing Admissions 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | Not applicable; admission seats to be notified through the seat matrix |
| Application Mode | Online counselling registration |
| Official Website | wbjeeb.nic.in |
Important Dates
The detailed round-wise calendar should be checked carefully before registration. Candidates must complete every activity within the prescribed window, as late registration or choice submission is generally not accepted.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA — counselling registration schedule to be notified |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates should have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognised board before admission.
- Applicants must satisfy the subject, English-language and minimum aggregate-mark requirements prescribed for the ANM(R) or GNM programme.
- Candidates must have appeared in the relevant WBJEE ANM and GNM entrance examination 2026 and secured a valid rank to participate in counselling.
- ANM(R) applicants must meet the gender-related eligibility conditions specified for that programme. GNM eligibility should be checked separately in the admission bulletin.
- West Bengal residence or domicile requirements, where applicable, must be supported by a valid certificate in the prescribed format.
- Final eligibility will be verified by the allotted institution during document reporting. A provisional allotment does not guarantee admission if the candidate fails verification.
Age Limit
- The minimum age is generally 17 years as on the cut-off date prescribed for the 2026 admission session.
- Candidates should check the notification for the programme-wise upper age limit and the exact date used for calculating age.
- The date of birth entered during registration must match the Class 10 certificate or other accepted proof of age.
Fees
- Candidates must pay the applicable online counselling registration fee through the payment options available on the portal.
- The exact counselling fee, seat-acceptance fee and institutional admission charges will be displayed in the detailed notification or candidate dashboard.
- Bank or payment-gateway charges may apply. Candidates should download and retain the successful payment receipt.
- Fees are normally non-refundable except where the counselling rules specifically provide otherwise.
Selection Process
- Entrance rank and registration: Only candidates with an eligible ANM(R)/GNM 2026 rank who complete counselling registration and fee payment will be considered.
- Choice filling and seat allotment: Seats will be allotted on the basis of rank, category, programme eligibility, submitted preferences and seat availability.
- Document verification and admission: Allotted candidates must accept the seat, pay the required fee and report to the designated institution with original documents within the deadline.
How to Apply
- Visit the official WBJEEB portal and open the ANM & GNM 2026 admission section.
- Select the counselling registration link and sign in using the required credentials, such as application number, roll number, date of birth or password.
- Verify personal, academic, category and contact details. Report any discrepancy through the authorised correction or helpdesk process before proceeding.
- Pay the counselling registration fee online and save the transaction receipt for future reference.
- Review the published seat matrix, participating institutes, programme type, category-wise availability and any service or residence conditions.
- Enter choices in order of preference. Candidates should add an adequate number of realistic options and lock their choices before the deadline.
- Download the locked-choice confirmation and check the allotment result on the scheduled date. If allotted, follow the instructions for seat acceptance, fee payment and reporting.
- Carry the allotment letter, rank card, admit card, Class 10 and 12 certificates, domicile proof, category certificate, identity proof, photographs and other prescribed documents during verification.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Who can participate in WBJEE ANM GNM Counselling 2026?
Candidates who meet the programme eligibility conditions, hold a valid 2026 entrance rank and complete online counselling registration can participate.
2. Is WBJEE ANM GNM Counselling conducted online?
Yes. Registration, fee payment, choice filling and allotment-result publication are conducted online. Physical reporting may be required after allotment.
3. Does registration guarantee an ANM or GNM seat?
No. Seat allotment depends on the candidate’s rank, category, eligibility, preferences and the number
