WB ANM GNM Exam 2025: Exam Dates, Conducting Body, Eligibility, Syllabus

WB ANM GNM Exam 2025 is one of the most popular nursing entrance exams in West Bengal for applicants hoping to pursue a career in the healthcare sector. WB ANM GNM exam is administered by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB), for admission in various Govt./ Pvt./ Self-financed institutes in the State of West Bengal for the academic session, for two years’ Auxiliary Nursing and Midwifery (revised) course and the three-year General Nursing and Midwifery program.

WB ANM GNM Exam 2025 application for the examination must be filled via online mode only and you must not attempt to make any duplicate application.

WB ANM GNM Exam 2025 Highlights

The WB ANM GNM test is administered every year to select eligible students for admission into ANM, GNM and diploma-level courses. Below are the key highlights of WB ANM GNM 2025:

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	WB ANM GNM (Auxiliary Nursing & Midwifery / General Nursing & Midwifery)
Conducting Body	West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB)
Mode of Exam	Offline (OMR-based)
Course Level	Diploma
Total Seats	500 (263 reserved, 237 unreserved)
Minimum Qualification	Class 12 in any stream with at least 40% marks
Medium of Exam	English and Bengali (except English & reasoning sections)
Duration	1 hour 30 minutes
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

What Are the WB ANM GNM 2025 Exam Dates and Important Events?

The WBJEEB has released an official notification with the complete exam schedule which is tabulated down below for candidates:

Activity	Detail
Information Bulletin Published	August 28, 2025
Online Application with Payment of Fees	September 4, 2025 to September 15, 2025 (from 4:00 p.m. onward)
Online Correction & Downloading Revised Confirmation Page	September 17, 2025 to September 18, 2025
Publication of Downloadable Admit Card	October 10, 2025 to October 19, 2025 (Out)
Date of Examination	October 19, 2025 (12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m.)

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Who Will Conduct WB ANM GNM 2025?

WB ANM GNM 2025 is administered by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). The West Bengal Health & Family Welfare Department used to handle admissions, but starting in 2025, WBJEEB took control to guarantee openness and equity.

The Board oversees the counseling process, exam administration, result reporting, and application procedure.

What UG and PG Courses Are Offered Through WB ANM GNM 2025?

WB ANM GNM 2025 exam is administered to offer diploma-level courses and the two main courses are:

1. Auxiliary Nursing & Midwifery (ANM) – A 2-year diploma course focused on maternal and child healthcare.
2. General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) – A 3-year diploma course providing training in general nursing practices.

How to Register for WB ANM GNM Exam 2025?

The registration process for WB ANM GNM 2025 will be conducted online at the official WBJEEB website and only in online mode only. Candidates must register, login and, fill in personal and academic details, upload documents, and pay the application fee to complete the application process.

The WB ANM GNM application fee is tabulated below:

Category	Application Fee
General Category	₹400 + applicable charges
SC / ST / OBC	₹300 + applicable charges

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Step-by-Step WB ANM GNM 2025 Application Process

The step-by-step WB ANM GNM 2025 application process is listed below, and candidates are advised to follow them carefully to complete the application without error:

Step 1: Visit the official website – wbjeeb.nic.in

Step 2: Register by entering personal details and creating a login ID.
Step 3: Fill in the application form with academic and communication details.

Step 4: Upload scanned copies of a recent photograph and signature.

Step 5: Pay the application fee online via Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card.

Step 6: Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

What Is the Eligibility Criteria for WB ANM GNM 2025?

The eligibility criteria of ANM and GNM courses are listed below in detail:

ANM Eligibility

• Gender Restriction: Only female candidates are eligible to apply for the ANM course. This is because the ANM program primarily focuses on midwifery and maternal-child health, which traditionally emphasizes female participation.
• Age Limit: Candidates must be at least 17 years old and not more than 30 years of age as of 31st December 2025.
• Nationality & Domicile: The applicant must be an Indian citizen and a permanent resident of West Bengal.
• Language Requirement: The candidate must be able to read, write, and communicate in either Bengali or Nepali.
• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) in any stream from a recognized board with a minimum of 40% aggregate marks is required, and English must be one of the subjects.

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GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) Eligibility Criteria

1. Gender: Both male and female candidates are eligible to apply for the GNM course.
2. Age Limit: Candidates must be between 17 years and 27 years as of 31st December 2025.
3. Nationality & Domicile: Applicants must be permanent residents of West Bengal.
4. Language Requirement: Candidates must have proficiency in either Bengali or Nepali (reading, writing, and speaking).
5. Educational Qualification: Must have passed Class 12 (10+2) in any stream from a recognized board. A minimum of 40% marks is mandatory with English as one of the subjects in Class 12.

WB ANM GNM Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme 2025

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has issued the WB ANM GNM exam pattern and the exam will be administered offline mode only. WB ANM GNM exam will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions with 1 or 2 marks. 

Particulars	Details
Mode of Exam	Offline (OMR-based)
Duration	1 hour 30 minutes
Total Questions	65
Total Marks	115 Marks
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with 4 options each
Languages of Exam	Bengali & English (except English and Reasoning sections)
Marking Scheme	+1 mark or 2 Marks accordingly for each correct answer, no negative marking

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WB ANM GNM Syllabus 2025

The WB ANM GNM Syllabus 2025 covers topics from Class 10 and 12 level. Major sections in detail are listed below:

WB ANM & GNM Life Science Syllabus

• Cellular Organization
• Diversity of Life Forms
• Fundamental Processes
• Cell Communication and Cell Signaling
• Inheritance Biology
• Development Biology
• Systems Physiology – Plant, Systems Physiology – Animal
• Ecological Principles
• Molecules and their Interaction Relevant to Biology
• Applied Biology, Methods in Biology

WB ANM & GNM Physical Science Syllabus

• Matter: Structure and Properties
• Thermal Phenomena
• Behavior of Gases
• Light, Heat
• Concerns about our Environment
• Current Electricity
• Measurement
• Force & Motion
• Work, Force
• Energy
• Sound
• Chemical Calculations
• Atomic Nucleus
• Atomic Structure: Metallurgy, Ionic, and Covalent Bond
• Inorganic Chemistry in the Laboratory and Industry
• Separation of Components of Mixtures
• Organic Chemistry
• Mole Concept
• Solution
• Acids
• Bases and Salts
• Water
• Periodic Table & Periodicity
• Electricity and Chemical Reactions

WB ANM & GNM Mathematics Syllabus

• Natural Numbers
• Variable
• Geometric Sequence
• Surds
• Like and Unlike Fractions
• Multiplication and Division
• Law of Exponents
• Integers
• Integers on a number line
• Word problems on Decimals
• Fundamental Theorem
• Ratios and Proportion
• Percentages
• Fraction to Decimal
• Whole Number

WB ANM & GNM English Grammar Syllabus

• Adjective Degree of Comparison Rules
• List of One Word Substitution
• Reading Comprehension
• Sentence Rearrangement & Para Jumbles
• Precis Writing
• List of Homophones / Homonyms
• Idioms and Phrases
• Rules for Tenses
• Sentence Correction Questions
• Article Rules
• Direct & Indirect Speech Rules
• Spotting the Error
• Cloze Test, Active and Passive Voice Rules

WB ANM & GNM General Knowledge

• Indian States and Capitals
• Folk Dances of India
• National Tree of India
• List of High Courts in India
• Largest & Smallest State / UT of India
• Union Territories of India
• Neighboring Countries of India
• Dams in India
• National Animal of India
• Top 10 Longest Highways in India
• National Parks in India
• Top 10 Longest Rivers in India
• List of Waterfalls in India
• Wildlife Sanctuaries in India
• Top 10 Longest Bridges in India
• National Symbols of India
• National/ Official Languages in India
• List of National Peaks in India

WB ANM & GNM Logical Reasoning Syllabus

• Puzzles and Arrangements
• Classification
• Syllogisms
• Analytical Reasoning
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Alphanumeric Series
• Venn Diagrams
• Clock/ Calendar
• Data Sufficiency
• Logical Games
• Seating Arrangements
• Order and Ranking. Statements and Conclusions
• Logical Reasoning Set
• Assumptions/ Courses of Action
• Logical Problems
• Statements and Arguments

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WB ANM GNM 2025 Counselling & Admission

The counseling process started on November 15- 19, 2025 and applicants must clear the WB ANM and GNM courses cutoff to qualify for the counselling process.

There are 500 seats in total, with 263 reserved and 237 unreserved seats. The final seat matrix will be published at the time counselling begins.

Step 1: Register online for counselling.

Step 2: Fill in college and course preferences.

Step 3: Upload necessary documents for verification.

Step 4: Pay counselling registration fees.

Step 5: Download the allotment letter after seat allocation.

The WB ANM GNM Exam 2025 is a crucial gateway for students aspiring to build a career in nursing and healthcare services in West Bengal. Conducted by WBJEEB, the exam offers admission to both Auxiliary Nursing & Midwifery (ANM) and General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) diploma courses across government, private, and self-financed institutes.

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