JEPBN 2026: Joint Entrance Examination for Post Basic Nursing (JEPBN) 2026

Joint Entrance Examination for Post Basic Nursing

Joint Entrance Examination for Post Basic Nursing (JEPBN) 2026

JEPBN 2026
[Joint Entrance Examination for Post Basic Nursing 2026]
conducted by West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB)
Admission to Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing Course, 2026

WBJEEB will conduct an OMR-based Common Entrance Test (JEPBN-2026) for admission to the academic session 2026-27 in the Post Basic Nursing (PBN) course in Colleges/Institutes in the State of West Bengal.

Tentative date to start Online Application: 01/04/2026 (Wednesday) Tentative date of Examination: 07/06/2026 (Sunday)

Once an application is received, it will be assumed that the candidate agrees to all terms and conditions, rules and regulations stipulated in the Information Bulletin and in the relevant notice(s) published by the Board for the said purpose.
Any application not in compliance with the conditions specified in the Information Bulletin is liable to be rejected.

Important Instructions for Online Application

1	Application for the examination must be done online only. No printed application form is available.
2	Ensure filling the genuine application form available online only at www.wbjeeb.nic.in / www.wbjeeb.in.
3	Do not attempt to make any duplicate applications.
4	It is essential to have a valid mobile number and a unique, valid email ID. All future communications by the Board will be sent to the registered mobile number and email ID. WBJEEB will not be held responsible for non-receipt of any communication due to wrong/non-existing / non-functional / changed mobile number / email ID or due to any network interruption.
5	Once the registration details, i.e., name, father's name, mother's name, domicile and Date of birth are entered and submitted, this information cannot be changed/modified/edited under any circumstances. Also, the information must match exactly with the school/college admit cards, marksheets, certificates, photo identity cards, caste/category/income/EWS certificates, etc. (as applicable), which a candidate has to produce at the time of entering the examination hall, during counselling/admission and registration with the University/Council, etc.
6	Do not share your application number or password with anyone. The Board will not be held responsible if any candidate commits a mistake which may result in negative consequences.
7	Upload a scanned copy of the photograph and signature as per the instructions provided in the Information Bulletin. If any candidate receives an SMS/email regarding a discrepancy in the photograph/signature, they must take corrective action immediately, within 1 day. Admit cards will not be issued if these images are illegible and thus not acceptable.
8	If any information other than name, father's name, mother's name, domicile, and Date of birth given in the application needs to be corrected, the candidate can rectify it only within the notified 'Correction Period’. The Board cannot and will not make or allow any correction thereafter.
9	Application fees are Rs. 3,000/- (Rupees three thousand only), plus the Bank’s Service Charges, if applicable, payable by Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI/QR Code only. The fee once paid is not refundable under any circumstances. Do not wait for the last day to make a fee payment to avoid payment failure by the Bank or EPG.
10	Keep copies of the confirmation page and admit card in safe custody.
11	Candidates are requested to visit the Board's website (www.wbjeeb.nic.in / www.wbjeeb.in) regularly to stay updated on the latest information.
12	Appearing for the examination and even obtaining a rank do not guarantee admission. The applicable rules at the time of counselling will determine the allotment and admission criteria. Candidates must be aware of the latest rules and criteria for admission to different universities/institutions, as well as other specific criteria issued by the Government/Regulatory bodies from time to time. The Board will not be responsible in any way if any candidate fails to become aware of regularly updated information.
13	For any query regarding the examination, contact: Officer on Special Duty West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board RUPANNA DB-118, Sector–I, Salt Lake City, Kolkata-700064. Examination Helpdesk: 1800 123 4782 (Extn. No.-2) Email: info@wbjeeb.in

Pattern of question papers

The paper will contain 100 questions. All questions will be Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs), with four answer options each, only one of which is correct. The paper is 90 minutes long. The questions will be in the English language only.

Syllabus

The paper will be based on the GNM syllabus and will have two parts as follows. The topics and number of questions of the two parts are given below.
a) PART-A: Anatomy, Physiology, Sociology, Psychology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Nutrition, Pathology – 40 Q
b) PART-B: Foundation of Nursing, Medical Surgical Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Obstetrical Nursing, Community Health Nursing – 60 Q

Eligibility and academic qualification criteria for appearing in JEPBN-2026 (As intimated by the concerned Authorities)

Eligibility criteria for application for JEPBN-2026

Citizenship: Applicant must be a citizen of India.
Applicant must be a domicile of West Bengal.
Gender: Male/Female

Eligibility criteria for admission
For any further information, candidates must follow the instructions of the Nursing Directorate, Dept. of H&FW, Govt. of W.B.
The candidate must pass (10+2) level examination from any recognised Board and must pass the GNM course from the Institute recognised by the Indian Nursing Council and obtain registration/RNRM certificate from the State Nursing Council of any State of India.

Upper age limit:

- W.B. State Govt Employee: The Nursing Personnel must not be more than 53 years of age on the last Date of application.
- Others: No upper age limit (including ESI and Central Govt. employees).
At the time of admission, candidates presently employed by the West Bengal State Govt. will have to follow the then-applicable TR rules of the W.B. State Govt.
Work experience:
The candidates presently employed by the West Bengal State Govt. must have at least 3 years' qualifying uninterrupted/regularised experience in Govt. service as on the last Date of application.
Work experience is not essential for others (including ESI and Central Govt. employees)

Note:
- 'Pass' means passing in both theory and practical, separately where applicable
- 'Pass' means completion of all requirements of the course, including completion of internship (where applicable), before admission
- 'Any recognised Board' means the Boards/Councils listed and published on the WBJEEB website.

CONTACT:
1800 123 4782 (Ext. No.-2) (Examination Helpdesk)
033 7156 4345 (Reception)
info@wbjeeb.in

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Published By: Sahadeb

Published On: 30 Mar 2026

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