Jharkhand Nursing Entrance Exam 2026 [ANM, GNM & B.Sc Nursing]
The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) conducts the Jharkhand Nursing Entrance Competitive Examination for admission to ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery), GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery), B.Sc Nursing (Basic), and B.Sc Nursing (Post-Basic) courses offered by Government and Private Nursing Institutes across Jharkhand. The entrance examination is conducted every year to provide admission to eligible candidates based on their performance in the entrance test.
The Jharkhand Nursing Entrance Exam 2026 notification has been released by JCECEB. The online application process for ANM, GNM, B.Sc Nursing (Basic), and B.Sc Nursing (Post-Basic) started on 16 July 2026. The last date to apply is 09 August 2026 for ANM & GNM and 02 August 2026 for B.Sc Nursing (Basic/Post-Basic). Candidates should complete the application process before the deadline and carefully check the eligibility criteria, important dates, syllabus, exam pattern, admit card, result, and counselling schedule before applying.
Jharkhand Nursing Entrance Exam 2026: Overview
Candidates can check the important highlights of the examination below.
| Examination Name | Jharkhand Nursing Entrance Competitive Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) |
| Courses Offered | ANM, GNM, B.Sc Nursing (Basic), B.Sc Nursing (Post-Basic) |
| State | Jharkhand |
| Admission Type | Entrance Examination |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Examination Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Official Website | jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in |
Important Dates (ANM & GNM)
Candidates applying for ANM and GNM courses can check the complete schedule below.
| Event | ANM | GNM |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | 15 July 2026 | 15 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 16 July 2026 | 16 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 August 2026 | 09 August 2026 |
| Application Correction | 10–11 August 2026 | 10–11 August 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 19 August 2026 | 19 August 2026 |
| Entrance Examination | 23 August 2026 (10:00 AM–12:00 PM) | 23 August 2026 (2:30 PM–5:00 PM) |
| Answer Key | To Be Announced | To Be Announced |
| Result | To Be Announced | To Be Announced |
| Counselling | To Be Announced | To Be Announced |
Important Dates (B.Sc Nursing)
Candidates applying for B.Sc Nursing (Basic) and B.Sc Nursing (Post-Basic) can check the schedule below.
| Event | B.Sc Nursing (Basic) | B.Sc Nursing (Post-Basic) |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | 15 July 2026 | 15 July 2026 |
| Application Start | 16 July 2026 | 16 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 August 2026 | 02 August 2026 |
| Correction Window | 03 August 2026 | 03 August 2026 |
| Admit Card | 12 August 2026 | 12 August 2026 |
| Entrance Examination | 16 August 2026 (10:00 AM–12:30 PM) | 16 August 2026 (2:00 PM–4:00 PM) |
| Answer Key | To Be Announced | To Be Announced |
| Result | To Be Announced | To Be Announced |
| Counselling | To Be Announced | To Be Announced |
Important Links
Candidates can use the following links to access the latest updates regarding the Jharkhand Nursing Entrance Examination.
| Apply Online (ANM) | Apply Here |
| Apply Online (GNM) | Apply Here |
| Video Guide | Watch Now |
| Apply Online for B.Sc. Nursing (Post-Basic) | Apply Here |
| Apply Online for B.Sc. Nursing (Basic) | Apply Here |
| Get exam updates on WhatsApp | Click Here |
| Official Notification (ANM) | Download |
| Official Notification (GNM) | Download |
| Official Notification (B.Sc Nursing) | Download |
| Short Notification (B.Sc Nursing) | Download |
| Download Syllabus | Available |
| Previous Year Papers | Download |
| Admit Card | To be Announced |
| Answer Key | To be Announced |
| Seat Allotment Letter (PDF) | To be Announced |
| Result Portal | Click Here |
| Jharkhand Exam Portal | jceceb.jharkhandexamprep.com |
| Official Website | jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in |
Application Fee
The application fee varies according to the course and candidate category.
| Category | ANM | GNM | B.Sc Nursing |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / BC-I / BC-II | ₹450 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| SC / ST / Female Candidates | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| PwD Candidates | Exempted | Exempted | Exempted |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, IMPS, Mobile Wallet, and other online payment methods.
Course Duration
Candidates can check the duration of each nursing course below.
| Course | Duration |
|---|---|
| ANM | 2 Years |
| GNM | 3 Years |
| B.Sc Nursing (Basic) | 4 Years |
| B.Sc Nursing (Post-Basic) | 2 Years |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed by JCECEB.
ANM Nursing
- Minimum Age: 17 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
- Passed 10+2 from a recognized board.
- Only Female candidates are eligible.
- Medically Fit.
GNM Nursing
- Minimum Age: 17 Years
- Passed 10+2 with English.
- Minimum 40% aggregate marks.
- Male & Female candidates are eligible.
- Medically Fit.
B.Sc Nursing (Basic)
- Minimum Age: 17 Years.
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English.
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks.
- Medically Fit.
B.Sc Nursing (Post-Basic)
- Passed GNM.
- Registered as RN/RM.
- Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent qualification.
- Medically Fit.
Exam Pattern
ANM
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline (OMR) |
| Questions | 100 |
| Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Medium | Hindi & English |
GNM
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline (OMR) |
| Questions | 150 |
| Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Medium | English |
B.Sc Nursing
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 50 | 50 |
| Chemistry | 50 | 50 |
| Biology | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Selection Process
Admission will be based on the following stages:
- Entrance Examination
- Merit List
- Online Counselling
- Choice Filling
- Seat Allotment
- Document Verification
- Final Admission
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying online.
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Class 10 Certificate
- Class 12 Mark Sheet
- Graduation/GNM Certificate (Post-Basic)
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Income Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply for Jharkhand Nursing Entrance Exam 2026?
Eligible candidates can submit the online application by following these steps:
- Visit the official JCECEB website.
- Select the Nursing Entrance Examination.
- Complete the online registration.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Verify all entered details.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page.
Counselling Process
The counselling process generally consists of:
- Online Registration
- Choice Filling & Locking
- Merit-based Seat Allotment
- Document Verification
- Admission Confirmation
Multiple rounds of counselling may be conducted depending on seat availability.
