JK Paramedical / ANM GNM 2026 is the state-level entrance examination conducted by JKBOPEE (Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations) for admission to diploma programmes in paramedical, ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife), and GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) courses across government and private institutes in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. Also referred to as the JKBOPEE CET, the examination is open to domicile holders of J&K who have completed Class 10 or Class 12 as per the course-specific eligibility. JKBOPEE releases the admit card, conducts the exam, and publishes the answer key and result on the official website jkbopee.gov.in. This page covers all key details including exam dates, application process, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and counselling. Candidates can also download previous year question papers for preparation.
Latest: JKBOPEE GNM/ANM 2026 provisional merit list (result) has been declared for the CET held on 17 May 2026. Candidates can check their rank at jkbopee.gov.in. Counselling schedule will be notified separately. For paramedical (12th-based) courses, the provisional selection list is also out after the CET held on 18 April 2026.
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JK Paramedical / ANM GNM 2026 — Exam Dates
JKBOPEE released the official notifications for the 2026 admission cycle at jkbopee.gov.in. The paramedical (12th-based) CET was conducted on 18 April 2026, and the GNM/ANM CET was held on 17 May 2026. Application windows have closed; counselling is the next step.
| Exam Event | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| GNM/ANM Notification Released | 14 April 2026 |
| GNM/ANM Application Start | 16 April 2026 |
| GNM/ANM Application Last Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Application Fee | ₹1000 |
| Paramedical (12th-based) CET | 18 April 2026 |
| GNM/ANM CET | 17 May 2026 |
| GNM/ANM Provisional Merit List (Result) | June 2026 (Declared) |
| Paramedical Provisional Selection List | Released (May/June 2026) |
| Counselling Schedule | To be announced by JKBOPEE |
Official Website — All notifications, results, and counselling updates are published at jkbopee.gov.in. Candidates must check this website regularly.
Courses Offered Through JK Paramedical / ANM GNM 2026
JKBOPEE conducts entrance tests for two broad groups of programmes. The paramedical track covers 12th-based diploma courses in allied health sciences, while the nursing track covers ANM and GNM diplomas. Seats are available at both government and private institutes in J&K and Ladakh.
- ANM — Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (2-year diploma)
- GNM — General Nursing and Midwifery (3-year diploma)
- Medical Laboratory Technology — Diploma (12th-based)
- Radiology / X-Ray Technology — Diploma (12th-based)
- Operation Theatre Technology (OTT) — Diploma (12th-based)
- ECG Technology, Dental Assistant, Ophthalmic Assistant, Physiotherapy Assistant, Dialysis Technology, Sanitary Inspector, D.Pharmacy, Pharma Assistant — as notified by JKBOPEE
Eligibility Criteria
JKBOPEE sets specific eligibility criteria for each course category. The candidate must hold a valid J&K domicile certificate to qualify under state quota.
- ANM: Class 10 / Class 12 pass (Science preferred) with minimum marks as per JKBOPEE norms.
- GNM: Class 12 passed with English (Science or Arts stream); minimum qualifying marks as per JKBOPEE.
- Paramedical Diploma: Class 12 passed with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Maths; 50% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
- Minimum Age: 17 years on the JKBOPEE-specified cut-off date.
- Nationality/Domicile: Indian citizen; valid J&K domicile certificate mandatory.
- Reservation: As per J&K Government policy for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, RBA, ALC, and PwD candidates.
Exam Pattern
| Mode | Offline (OMR-based pen-and-paper) |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Question Type | Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Marking Scheme | +1 per correct answer; negative marking as per JKBOPEE norms |
| Subjects (Paramedical / GNM) | Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, General Knowledge |
| Subjects (ANM) | As per JKBOPEE notification |
| Language | English |
| Exam Centres | Jammu and Srinagar |
Syllabus and Preparation
The JK Paramedical syllabus depends on the course track. Candidates should revise NCERT textbooks for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Mock tests and previous year question papers help identify weak areas and build exam-day speed.
Admit Card, Answer Key, Result
JKBOPEE releases the admit card a few days before the exam. The answer key is published within days of the test, followed by an objection window. The result / provisional merit list is declared based on the final answer key. For 2026, the GNM/ANM provisional merit list has been declared and the paramedical provisional selection list is also released.
Counselling and Admission
JKBOPEE conducts online counselling for qualified candidates after the result. The process involves counselling registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and document verification at the allotted institute. Candidates should keep original certificates — 10th and 12th mark sheets, admit card, scorecard, photo ID, category certificate, and J&K domicile certificate — ready for verification.
Application Form
JKBOPEE releases the application form online once the official notification is published. Eligible candidates apply at jkbopee.gov.in by registering, filling the form, uploading documents, and paying the fee (₹1000 for GNM/ANM in 2026) online. The registration number and password must be retained for future logins including admit card download.
JK Paramedical / ANM GNM — Overview
| Name of Exam | JK Paramedical / ANM GNM 2026 |
| Also known as | JKBOPEE CET, JK Paramedical CET |
| Conducting Body | JKBOPEE (Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations) |
| Official Website | jkbopee.gov.in |
| Level of Exam | State Level (J&K / Ladakh) |
| Mode | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Question Type | MCQs |
| Courses | ANM, GNM, Paramedical Diploma (12th-based) |
| Eligibility | Class 10/12 pass; J&K domicile |
| Application Fee (2026) | ₹1000 |
| Language | English |
| Exam Centres | Jammu and Srinagar |
| Type of Exam | Nursing Entrance Exams |
Frequently Asked Questions
JK Paramedical / ANM GNM 2026 is the state-level entrance examination conducted by JKBOPEE for admission to diploma programmes in paramedical, ANM, and GNM courses at government and private institutes in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. Also called the JKBOPEE CET, it is open to J&K domicile holders who have completed Class 10 or Class 12 as per the course-specific eligibility.
The exam covers ANM (2-year diploma), GNM (3-year diploma), and 12th-based paramedical diploma courses including Medical Laboratory Technology, Radiology Technology, Operation Theatre Technology, ECG Technology, Dental Assistant, Ophthalmic Assistant, Physiotherapy Assistant, Dialysis Technology, D.Pharmacy, and more. The exact course list and seat matrix appear in the official notification.
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (for ANM) or Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/English (for GNM and Paramedical) with the prescribed minimum aggregate. Applicants must be Indian citizens holding a valid J&K domicile certificate. Minimum age is 17 years on the JKBOPEE-specified cut-off date.
For 2026: the GNM/ANM application window was 16–29 April 2026 (fee ₹1000); GNM/ANM CET was held on 17 May 2026 in Jammu and Srinagar; provisional merit list was declared in June 2026. The paramedical (12th-based) CET was held on 18 April 2026; provisional selection list has been released. Counselling schedule will be announced by JKBOPEE.
The CET is conducted in offline OMR-based pen-and-paper mode for three hours. The question paper has MCQs covering Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and General Knowledge for paramedical/GNM courses. Each correct answer earns +1 mark; negative marking applies for wrong answers as per JKBOPEE norms. Exam centres are in Jammu and Srinagar.
Yes. Candidates must be domicile holders of Jammu and Kashmir / Ladakh to apply under state quota. JKBOPEE requires a valid J&K domicile certificate during both application and counselling document verification. Candidates from other states are not eligible under this exam.
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