Two separate entrance exams, two separate counselling processes, one admission season. If you appeared in either the WB ANM/GNM 2026 exam (June 14) or the JENPAS UG 2026 exam (June 7), you are right now in the most important stretch of the entire year. Results are expected in July. Counselling opens within days of the result. And the window to choose your college and lock your seat is shorter than most families expect.

This guide covers both processes completely — what has happened, what is coming, and how Royal Institute of Nursing and Medical Sciences (RINMS) fits into your choice.

Two Exams, Two Processes – Understanding the Difference

WB ANM/GNM Common Entrance Test 2026: Conducted by WBJEEB on June 14, 2026. This exam is specifically for admission to ANM (Auxiliary Nursing and Midwifery) and GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) courses in West Bengal. Any stream in Class 12 with 40% aggregate. Female candidates only.

JENPAS UG 2026 (Joint Entrance and Merit Test for Paramedical Subjects — Under Graduate): Conducted by WBJEEB on June 7, 2026. This exam covers BSc Nursing and multiple paramedical courses. Requires Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English, 45% aggregate. Female candidates for BSc Nursing.

These are two separate rank cards, two separate choice-filling sessions, and two separate seat allotment rounds. If you sat both exams, you participate in both counselling processes and can receive offers from both.

WB ANM/GNM 2026 – What Happens Next (GNM Admission)

Exam: Held June 14, 2026. Done.

Provisional Answer Key: Released around June 28, 2026. Candidates challenged answers at wbjeeb.nic.in. Final answer key released after review.

Result / Rank Card: Expected in July 2026. Download from wbjeeb.nic.in using application number and date of birth. Note your General Merit Rank (GMR) and category rank if applicable.

Counselling Registration: Opens at wbjeeb.nic.in/anm-gnm/ within weeks of result. Based on previous year patterns, expect August 2026. Register online, pay counselling fee (Rs 300 to Rs 400), fill college preferences.

Choice Filling: Fill government colleges first in order of preference. Then fill your preferred INC-approved non-government colleges including RINMS. Lock choices before deadline.

Round 1 Seat Allotment: August-September 2026. If allotted, pay seat acceptance fee online and report to the college with documents.

Round 2 and Mop-Up: September-October 2026. Many non-government college seats become available in Round 2 if Round 1 allottees do not report. If you did not get your preferred college in Round 1, wait for Round 2.

JENPAS UG 2026 — What Happens Next (BSc Nursing Admission)

Exam: Held June 7, 2026. Done.

Answer Key: JENPAS UG 2026 model answer key was live for challenge at wbjeeb.nic.in. Final answer key expected in late June/early July 2026.

Result / Rank Card: Expected early July 2026. Download from wbjeeb.nic.in using application number and password. General Merit Rank (GMR) determines counselling eligibility.

Qualifying cutoff: 50th percentile (General/EWS). 40th percentile (SC/ST).

Counselling Registration: Opens at wbjeeb.nic.in within days of result — based on 2025 pattern, registration opened within 48 hours of result declaration. Do not miss this window.

Choice Filling: Fill BSc Nursing course + college preferences. Government BSc Nursing seats fill at very competitive ranks (top 400-500 for General category at premium government colleges). RINMS and other quality non-government colleges fill from a wider rank range.

Three rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up.

GNM Eligibility 2026 – Checklist

• Female candidate
• Passed 10+2 (HS) from any recognised board, any stream
• Minimum 40% aggregate (35% for SC/ST/OBC)
• English as a subject in 10+2
• West Bengal domicile (minimum 5 years as on December 31, 2026)
• Minimum age 17 years as on December 31, 2026
• No upper age limit
• Medically fit (certificate required at admission)

BSc Nursing Eligibility 2026 – Checklist

• Female candidate
• Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English
• Minimum 45% aggregate in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC)
• English passed individually
• West Bengal domicile (minimum 5 years)
• Age 17 to 35 years
• Medically fit

Documents Required for Nursing Admission in West Bengal 2026

Prepare these before counselling opens — scanning and uploading happens fast and deadlines are strict:

• 10+2 (HS) marksheet and pass certificate (original)
• WB ANM/GNM 2026 rank card OR JENPAS UG 2026 rank card
• West Bengal domicile certificate (5 years minimum)
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC if applicable)
• Medical fitness certificate (WBJEEB format)
• Aadhaar card
• 8 to 10 recent passport-size photographs
• Bank account passbook (for scholarship applications)

Why Choose RINMS for GNM BSc Nursing Admission in West Bengal 2026

RINMS at Durgapur is one of the strongest INC-approved nursing colleges in West Bengal for 2026-27 admission for three specific reasons that most other colleges cannot match together.

Own hospital access. RINMS has its own hospital plus government hospital tie-ups. Students get structured clinical training from Year 1 in real wards and departments — not just simulations. The quality of clinical exposure at graduation directly affects job placement speed and hospital offer levels.

Scholarship support. RINMS actively assists with 6 scholarship schemes — SVMCM, Aikyashree, Nabanna, Oasis, SNA, and TNAI — plus the WB Student Credit Card. For families from Burdwan, Bankura, Purulia, Birbhum, and Midnapore where financial need is higher, this is a real, practical difference.

Location for western Bengal students. NH-2, Durgapur is reachable from most western and central Bengal districts in 1 to 3 hours. Students from these districts can visit home regularly without long-distance travel. Living costs in Durgapur are significantly lower than Kolkata, which reduces the overall family expenditure.

For students from the Kolkata and Hooghly corridor who want a top nursing college closer to the city, Medisky Nursing Institute at Dankuni (mediskynursing.com) offers two own super-speciality hospitals, 60-seat GNM and BSc batches, INC and WBUHS approval, and all-inclusive hostel at Rs 6,000 per month.

How to Contact RINMS Before Counselling

Call before you fill your choice form. Understanding the fee structure, hostel cost, and scholarship options before locking your college preference helps you make a confident, informed decision.

Phone: +91 8389001575 / +91 8584857767 / +91 9735064082 Email: college@rnc-dgp.com Address: NH-2, Banskopa, Near Toll Plaza, P.S. Kanksa, Durgapur, Burdwan 713212 Website: royalnursing.in

Campus visits are welcomed. Families from outstation districts who plan to visit should call ahead to schedule a guided tour.

FAQ

Q: When will WB ANM/GNM 2026 result be declared?

A: The WB ANM/GNM 2026 result is expected in July 2026 at wbjeeb.nic.in/anm-gnm/. Based on previous year patterns, result is declared 3 to 4 weeks after the exam. The exam was held June 14, 2026. Check wbjeeb.nic.in daily from early July.

Q: When will JENPAS UG 2026 counselling open?

A: JENPAS UG 2026 result is expected in early July 2026. In 2025, counselling registration opened within 48 hours of the result. Keep wbjeeb.nic.in bookmarked and check every day from July 1, 2026.

Q: What rank is needed for admission at RINMS for GNM?

A: RINMS participates in WBJEEB counselling for WB ANM/GNM. Most candidates who clear the qualifying percentile (50th percentile for General category) and select RINMS during choice filling are eligible. Government seats fill at much higher ranks than non-government colleges. Call +91 8389001575 with your rank to discuss eligibility.

Q: Can I apply to both GNM and BSc Nursing at RINMS?

A: No. GNM and BSc Nursing are two separate courses through two separate WBJEEB processes. If you appeared in both WB ANM/GNM 2026 and JENPAS UG 2026, you participate in both counselling processes separately and may receive a seat in either course depending on your rank and choices.

Q: What documents do I need to carry when reporting to RINMS after seat allotment?

A: Original 10+2 marksheet and certificate, WBJEEB rank card, WB domicile certificate, category certificate (if applicable), medical fitness certificate (WBJEEB format), Aadhaar card, and photographs. Do not carry only photocopies — originals are required for verification.

Q: Does RINMS accept students from all districts of West Bengal?

A: Yes, provided the student meets the West Bengal domicile requirement (minimum 5 years as of the year of admission) and eligibility criteria for GNM or BSc Nursing. Students from Burdwan, Bankura, Purulia, Birbhum, Midnapore, Asansol, Jhargram, and all other districts of West Bengal are welcome.

2026-27 GNM and BSc Nursing admissions open at RINMS — INC approved, own hospital, safe hostel, 6 scholarship schemes. Call +91 8389001575 before counselling to discuss your rank and options.