The West Bengal ANM GNM Syllabus 2026 is prescribed by WBJEEB (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board) for the West Bengal ANM GNM 2026 exam on 14 June 2026. The syllabus covers 6 subjects: Life Science, Physical Science, Mathematics, Basic English, General Knowledge, and Logical Reasoning. It is critical to study every topic in the WB ANM GNM 2026 syllabus thoroughly to score high in the 115-mark OMR-based exam. Download the syllabus PDF from wbjeeb.nic.in or read the full subject-wise syllabus below. Also see: WB ANM GNM Previous Year Question Papers for exam pattern and question types.
WB ANM GNM Syllabus 2026 PDF Download: The syllabus PDF is available as per WBJEEB’s schedule. Click here to check and download the official syllabus PDF from wbjeeb.nic.in. The complete subject-wise syllabus is also listed below on this page.
West Bengal ANM GNM Syllabus 2026
How to study the WB ANM GNM 2026 Syllabus?
The best approach is: first read the complete WB ANM GNM syllabus 2026 to understand all topics, then study each topic from standard NCERT textbooks and recommended books. Once a chapter is complete, practise MCQs from that topic. Make short revision notes. After full syllabus completion, solve WB ANM GNM previous year question papers and take mock tests. With the exam on 14 June 2026 and the admit card already released, final revision is the priority.
WB ANM GNM 2026 Exam Pattern Overview
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Total Questions | 100 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 115 |
| Category 1 | 85 questions × 1 mark (–¼ negative marking) |
| Category 2 | 15 questions × 2 marks (no negative marking) |
WB ANM GNM 2026 Subject-wise Syllabus and Weightage
The WB ANM GNM syllabus covers six subjects. Life Science, Physical Science, and Mathematics are based on Class 10 standard. Basic English, GK, and Logical Reasoning are based on Class 12 standard. Approximate subject weightage (based on past papers) is given below.
| Subject | Standard | Approx. Weightage (Questions) |
|---|---|---|
| Life Science (Biology) | Class 10 | ~30–35 questions |
| Physical Science (Physics & Chemistry) | Class 10 | ~30–35 questions |
| Mathematics | Class 10 | ~10–15 questions |
| Basic English | Class 12 | ~10–15 questions |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | Class 12 | ~10 questions |
| Logical Reasoning | Class 12 | ~10 questions |
Life Science (Biology) Syllabus – Class 10 Standard
- Cell: Structure and Function (Cell organelles, Cell division)
- Life Processes: Nutrition, Respiration, Transportation, Excretion
- Control and Coordination (Nervous system, Hormones)
- Reproduction in Plants and Animals
- Heredity and Evolution (Mendel’s Laws, DNA)
- Our Environment (Food chains, Ecosystems, Pollution)
- Human Health and Diseases
Physical Science (Physics & Chemistry) Syllabus – Class 10 Standard
- Light: Reflection and Refraction
- Human Eye and the Colourful World
- Electricity and Magnetic Effects
- Sources of Energy
- Chemical Reactions and Equations
- Acids, Bases and Salts
- Metals and Non-metals
- Carbon and Its Compounds
- Periodic Classification of Elements
Mathematics Syllabus – Class 10 Standard
- Real Numbers, Polynomials, Pair of Linear Equations
- Quadratic Equations, Arithmetic Progressions
- Triangles, Coordinate Geometry
- Introduction to Trigonometry, Heights and Distances
- Circles, Constructions
- Areas Related to Circles, Surface Areas and Volumes
- Statistics, Probability
Basic English, GK, and Logical Reasoning Syllabus – Class 12 Standard
- Basic English: Grammar (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Conjunctions), Comprehension, Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms), Sentence Correction
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs: Indian History, Geography, Science & Technology, Current events (national & international), Health & Nursing awareness
- Logical Reasoning: Number series, Analogies, Blood relations, Coding-Decoding, Directions, Puzzles, Odd one out
Recommended Books for WB ANM GNM 2026 Preparation
The following books are recommended for WB ANM GNM 2026 preparation. Affiliate links (marked) support aglasem.com.
- ANM(R) & GNM 20 Practice Set WBJEEB – Specifically designed for WB ANM GNM exam with practice sets.
- West Bengal Joint Entrance ANM(R) & GNM Important MCQs (5000+ Qs) – Adda247 – 5000+ MCQs covering all subjects.
- Winners ANM(R) & GNM Guide and MCQ Book for WBJEEB 2025 (Category 1 & 2) – Covers both Category 1 and Category 2 question types.
Preparation Tips for WB ANM GNM 2026
- Prioritise Life Science and Physical Science — they form the largest share (~60–70%) of questions.
- Use NCERT Class 10 textbooks as the primary resource for Biology, Physics, and Chemistry sections.
- Solve previous year question papers — download from WB ANM GNM PYQP page to understand question patterns (2022, 2023, 2024 papers available).
- For Category 2 questions (2 marks, no negative marking) — attempt all since there is no penalty for wrong answers in this category.
- Be careful with Category 1 questions — negative marking of –¼ applies; avoid guessing if unsure.
- Practice GK and Current Affairs by reading newspapers and static GK books covering India and West Bengal.
West Bengal ANM GNM 2026
The WB ANM GNM 2026 exam on 14 June 2026 is the gateway to 2-year ANM(R) and 3-year GNM nursing courses in West Bengal. Conducted by WBJEEB, the exam is OMR-based and carries 115 marks. With the admit card already released, focus on completing your preparation from the syllabus. Also see the answer key after the exam (expected ~28 June 2026), and then await the WB ANM GNM result 2026 in July 2026. All the best!
West Bengal ANM GNM Syllabus 2026 – An Overview
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | West Bengal ANM GNM 2026 |
| Full Exam Name | West Bengal Joint Entrance Test for ANM(R) & GNM |
| Syllabus Released by | WBJEEB – West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board |
| Subjects | Life Science, Physical Science, Mathematics, Basic English, GK, Logical Reasoning |
| Exam Date | 14 June 2026 |
| Official Website | wbjeeb.nic.in/anm-gnm/ |
| Similar Exams | Nursing Entrance Exams |
| Courses | 2-year ANM(R) and 3-year GNM |
| Institutes | Govt., Private, Self-financed in West Bengal |
Frequently Asked Questions – WB ANM GNM Syllabus 2026
The WB ANM GNM 2026 syllabus covers 6 subjects: Life Science (Biology), Physical Science (Physics & Chemistry), Mathematics, Basic English, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, and Logical Reasoning. Life Science, Physical Science, and Mathematics are based on Class 10 standard; the rest are at Class 12 level.
Based on previous year patterns, Life Science (Biology) and Physical Science (Physics & Chemistry) together carry the highest weightage — approximately 60–70% of total questions. Candidates should prioritise these subjects in their preparation.
NCERT Class 10 textbooks for Biology, Physics, and Chemistry are the primary resources. For specific WB ANM GNM preparation, use dedicated books like ‘ANM(R) & GNM 20 Practice Set WBJEEB’ and ‘West Bengal Joint Entrance ANM(R) & GNM Important MCQs’. Also practise previous year question papers from the PYQP page on aglasem.com.
The WB ANM GNM 2026 exam has 100 MCQs: 85 questions in Category 1 (1 mark each, –¼ negative marking) and 15 questions in Category 2 (2 marks each, no negative marking). Total marks = 115.
WB ANM GNM previous year question paper PDFs for 2022, 2023, and 2024 are available on aglasem.com at admission.aglasem.com/wb-anm-gnm-previous-year-question-papers/.
If you have any questions about WB ANM GNM Syllabus 2026, please ask in the comments below. All the best for the 14 June 2026 exam!
