Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has released an official notification for B.Sc. Nursing (Basic/ Post-Basic), ANM and GNM Entrance Competitive Examination 2026 for admission in B.Sc Nursing, ANM and GNM Course to the academic year 2026-27. Eligible candidates may apply online through the official JCECEB website jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in from 16th July 2026 till the last date application submission 09th August 2026 (02nd August 2026 for BSc only) for Jharkhand BSc Nursing, ANM and GNM Entrance Competitive Examination 2026.
Get an instant breakdown of eligibility, category-wise vacancy distribution, syllabus highlights, and preparation strategy tailored for this notice.
Pay close attention to the application deadlines as they are staggered: B.Sc Nursing applications close on August 2nd, while ANM and GNM remain open until August 9th. A common mistake candidates make is mixing up the fee structure, specifically for the ANM course, which has a discounted rate of Rs. 400 compared to the standard Rs. 900. Ensure your age is calculated accurately as of December 31, 2026, as any discrepancy here often leads to candidature rejection during document verification.
| Course | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| BSc Nursing (Basic) | 10+2 Class passed with Science [PCB] & English Core/ English Elective with aggregate of 45% marks from recognized board under AISSCE/ CBSE/ ICSE/ SSCE/ HSCE or other equivalent Board. Student appearing in 10+2 examination in Science conducted by National Institute of Open School with 45% marks. Student shall be medically fit. |
| BSc Nursing (Post Basic) | 10+2 or equivalent examination from recognized university OR passed 10+1 in or before 1986. Obtained a Certificate in General Nursing and Midwifery and registered as R.N.R.M. with the State Nurse Registration Council. |
| ANM | The minimum educational requirement shall be 10+2 recognized by CBSE/ ICSE/ SSSCE/ ISCE or a recognized equivalent examination. Angawadi, Asha workers and Trained Dias for admission to ANM course in Government Multipurpose Health Worker Training Schools/ ANM schools shall be relaxed from 35 years to 42 years. Student shall be medically fit. Only female candidates are eligible for ANM course. |
| GNM | 10+2 with English and must have obtained a minimum of 40% at the qualifying examination and English individually from any recognized board. Candidates are also eligible from State Open School recognized by State Government and NIOS recognized by Central Government. However Science is preferable. 10+2 with English having 40% of marks in vocational ANM course from the school recognized by Indian Nursing council. 10+2 with English having 40% of marks in Vocational Stream-Health care Science from a recognized CBSE board/Centre. Registered ANM with pass mark. Student shall be medically fit. |
Follow these verified steps to fill out the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board online form:
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