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WBJEE JEPBN 2025 will be conducted on 12 July 2025 as decided by WBJEEB. Its application form will release soon. The Joint Entrance for Post Basic Nursing (JEPBN) is a State level Nursing entrance exam organized by WBJEEB, also known as West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board. The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) is responsible for conducting the Joint Entrance for Post-Basic Nursing (JEPBN). This state-level nursing entrance exam aims to facilitate admission to Post Basic B.Sc Nursing courses in colleges across West Bengal.
The official website for the examination is wbjeeb.nic.in. Access essential JEPBN study materials such as syllabus, question papers, and exam pattern, and stay updated on the latest news related to registration, admit cards, answer keys, and results on the official website.
WBJEE JEPBN 2025 exam date has been announced.
WBJEE JEPBN
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WBJEE JEPBN 2025 Exam Date
| Exam Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Release of application form or Start of registration | As per WBJEEB |
| Last date to apply | As per WBJEEB |
| Issuance of WBJEE JEPBN admit card 2025 | As per WBJEEB |
| WBJEE JEPBN 2025 exam date | 12 Jul 2025 |
| Release of answer key | As per WBJEEB |
| Announcement of WBJEE JEPBN result 2025 | As per WBJEEB |
Eligibility Criteria
The candidate must pass (10+2) level examination from any recognized Board and must
pass the GNM course from the Institute recognized by Indian Nursing Council and obtained
registration/RNRM certificate from the State Nursing Council of any State of India.
(A) Upper age limit:
i. WB State Govt Employee: The Nursing Personnel must not be more than 53 years of
age on the last date of application.
ii. Others: No upper age limit (including ESI and Central Govt. employees).
At the time of admission, the candidates presently employed by the West Bengal State Govt.
will have to follow the then applicable TR rules of the WB State Govt.
(B) Work experience:
The candidates presently employed by the West Bengal State Govt. must have at least 3
years’ qualifying uninterrupted/ regularized experience in Govt. service as on the last date
of application.
Work experience is not essential for others (including ESI and Central Govt. employees).
JEPBN Application Fee
- Application fee : Rs. 3000/- (Rupees three thousand only), plus the Bank’s service charges, if applicable.
- Mode of Payment : Through online Net Banking/ Debit Card/ Credit Card/ UPI/QR Code only.
- The fee once paid is not refundable under any circumstances.
JEPBN Exam Pattern
The WBJEE JEPBN exam pattern outlines details such as the mode of examination, key topics, distribution of questions, and the marking scheme. The most recent exam scheme is available on wbjeeb.nic.in.
To familiarize yourself with the pattern and types of questions, it is recommended to practice with Previous Year Question Papers (PYQPs) and sample question papers for JEPBN. Additionally, engaging in mock tests for WBJEE JEPBN is an effective way to acquaint yourself with the exam pattern.
The exam pattern is as follows
| Part in Question Paper | Topics | No. of Qs |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | Anatomy, Physiology, Sociology, Psychology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Nutrition, Pathology | 40 Questions |
| Part B | Foundation of Nursing, Medical Surgical Nursing, Paediatric Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Obstetrical Nursing, Community Health Nursing | 60 Questions |
- Mode of Exam – The exam is a Offline OMR Based Test test.
- Question type – The questions are MCQs.
- Number of Questions – There are 100 questions in the WBJEE JEPBN.
- Total Marks – Maximum marks in the JEPBN is 100.
- Exam Duration – The entrance exam is of 90 Minutes.
- Language of Question Paper – The question paper is in language English.
Marking Scheme –
- Candidates get +1 marks for correct answer.
- And negative marks is -1/4 for incorrect answers
Contact Details
Official Website is wbjeeb.nic.in.
West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board
DB – 118, Sector – I, Salt Lake City
Kolkata 700064
Toll free No.- 1800-1023-781, 1800-1234-782 (Extn. No.- 2)
Examination Helpdesk: -1800-1023-781, 1800-1234-782 (Extn No. – 2)
Email: [email protected]
WBJEE JEPBN – An Exam Overview
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | JEPBN |
| Full Form of JEPBN | Joint Entrance for Post Basic Nursing |
| Organizing Body | WBJEEB |
| Full Form of WBJEEB | West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board |
| Level of Exam | State |
| Type of Exam | Nursing Entrance Exam |
| Official Website | wbjeeb.nic.in |
| Courses Where Admission is Through JEPBN | Post Basic B.Sc Nursing |
| Colleges Where Admission is Through JEPBN | Colleges in West Bengal |
| Minimum Educational Qualification | 10+2 with GNM, and registration / RNRM certificate |
| Mode of Exam | Offline OMR Based Test |
| Type of Questions | MCQs |
| Number of Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Marking Scheme | +1, -1/4 |
| Exam Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Subjects in Question Paper | Anatomy, Physiology, Sociology, Psychology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Nutrition, Pathology; Foundation of Nursing, Medical Surgical Nursing, Paediatric Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Obstetrical Nursing, Community Health Nursing |