Jharkhand GNM Nursing Application Form 2026 Released
The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has officially released the Jharkhand GNM Nursing Application Form 2026 for admission to the General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course for the academic session 2026-27.
Eligible candidates can now complete the JCECEB GNM Application Form 2026 online through the official website. The online registration process started on 16 July 2026, while the last date to submit the application form is 09 August 2026.
The Jharkhand GNM Entrance Exam 2026 will be conducted on 23 August 2026 (Sunday) across multiple examination centres in the state.
The admission process will be conducted under the provisions of the Jharkhand Nursing Institutions Management, Admission and Examination (Amendment) Rules, 2024.
Jharkhand GNM Nursing Admission 2026 Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | GNM Entrance Competitive Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) |
| Course | General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) |
| Academic Session | 2026-27 |
| Registration Starts | 16 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 August 2026 |
| Correction Window | 10 & 11 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 23 August 2026 |
| Exam Timing | 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Course Duration | 3 Years |
| Official Website | jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in |
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Jharkhand GNM Nursing Application Form 2026 Important Dates
Candidates should keep the following schedule in mind while applying.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Begins | 16 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 August 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 10 & 11 August 2026 |
| Jharkhand GNM Entrance Exam | 23 August 2026 |
| Admit Card | Expected 4 days before the examination |
Jharkhand GNM Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates applying for Jharkhand GNM Nursing Admission 2026 must satisfy the following eligibility conditions.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 17 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
- Age will be calculated as on 31 December 2026.
- No upper age limit for ANM/LHV candidates.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must have one of the following qualifications:
- Passed 10+2 with English and secured minimum 40% marks from a recognized board.
- Candidates from State Open School or NIOS are also eligible.
- Science stream is preferred.
- Passed 10+2 with English and 40% marks in Vocational ANM Course recognized by the Indian Nursing Council.
- Passed 10+2 with English and 40% marks in Vocational Healthcare Science from a recognized CBSE Board.
- Registered ANM candidates with pass marks are also eligible.
- Candidates should be medically fit.
How to Apply for JCECEB GNM Application Form 2026
Candidates can complete the online application by following these steps:
- Visit the official JCECEB website.
- Click on “All Online Application Submission – JCECEB 2026.”
- Select GNM Entrance Competitive Examination 2026.
- Register using your basic details.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload:
- Passport-size colour photograph (both ears clearly visible)
- Signature
- Left thumb impression
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates are not required to send the printed application form to the JCECEB office.
JCECEB GNM Application Correction Window
Candidates who make any mistake while filling the application form can edit their details during the correction window.
Correction Dates
- 10 August 2026
- 11 August 2026
No correction request will be accepted after the deadline.
Jharkhand GNM Entrance Exam Centres 2026
The entrance examination will be conducted in the following district headquarters:
- Ranchi
- Bokaro
- Dhanbad
- Jamshedpur
- Dumka
- Palamu
- Hazaribagh
Candidates must choose their preferred examination city while submitting the application form.
Jharkhand GNM Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / BC-I / BC-II | ₹900 |
| SC / ST / All Female Candidates | ₹450 |
| PwD Candidates | No Fee |
The fee must be paid online using:
- UPI
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Net Banking
The application fee is non-refundable.
JCECEB GNM Syllabus 2026
The entrance examination will consist of 150 objective-type (MCQ) questions.
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 30 |
| Physics | 30 |
| Chemistry | 30 |
| Biology | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 |
| Total | 150 |
The question paper will be based on the Matric (Class 10) level syllabus.
Jharkhand GNM Exam Pattern 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Language | As per official notification |
Jharkhand GNM Merit List 2026
The merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the entrance examination.
If two or more candidates secure equal marks, the tie will be resolved in the following order:
- Higher marks in Biology
- Higher marks in Chemistry
- Higher marks in Physics
- Higher marks in English
- Older candidate (earlier date of birth)
- Alphabetical order of the candidate’s English name
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Upload a recent colour passport-size photograph without editing.
- Both ears should be clearly visible in the photograph.
- Keep your signature and left thumb impression ready before applying.
- Candidates applying for both ANM and GNM are advised to choose the same examination city so that both exams can be allotted in the same school, if possible.
- Regularly check the official website for admit card, seat matrix, counselling, and other updates.
Why Jharkhand GNM Admission 2026 Matters
The Jharkhand GNM Entrance Competitive Examination is the gateway for admission into government and private GNM nursing institutes across Jharkhand. A GNM qualification opens career opportunities in hospitals, community health centres, nursing homes, government health departments, and private healthcare organizations.
Candidates are advised to complete the registration process well before 09 August 2026 to avoid last-minute technical issues.
FAQs
When did Jharkhand GNM Nursing Application Form 2026 start?
The online application process started on 16 July 2026.
What is the last date to apply for JCECEB GNM 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form is 09 August 2026.
When will the Jharkhand GNM Entrance Exam 2026 be held?
The examination is scheduled for 23 August 2026 (Sunday).
What is the minimum qualification for Jharkhand GNM Admission 2026?
Candidates should have passed 10+2 with English and at least 40% marks from a recognized board.
What is the application fee for General category candidates?
The application fee is ₹900.
What is the duration of the GNM course?
The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course duration is 3 years.
