GNM Admission 2026 - Assam GNM Entrance Examination

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must fulfill any one of the following:

• Passed 10+2 with English and secured minimum 40% marks from a recognized board
• Candidates from State Open School / NIOS are also eligible
• Preference will be given to candidates with Science background
• 10+2 with Vocational ANM course (40% marks)
• 10+2 with Vocational Stream (Health Care Science)
• Registered ANM candidates are also eligible

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 17 years (as on 31 December 2026)

Other Requirements

• Must be an Indian citizen
• Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) required for Govt institutes
• Candidate must be medically fit

Entrance Examination Details

• Exam Date: 28 June 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
• Exam Centres: Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Silchar, Jorhat, Barpeta, Tezpur, Diphu, Lakhimpur, Nagaon, Nalbari, Dhubri & Kokrajhar
• Question Type: Objective (OMR Based)
• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100

Subject-wise Marks Distribution

• English – 50 marks
• Mathematics – 25 marks
• General Science – 25 marks

Other Exam Rules

• No negative marking
• Questions available in English & Assamese
• OMR sheet must be filled in English only

Application Fee

• Fee must be paid online only
• Fee is non-refundable
• PwD candidates (40% disability and above) are exempted from fee

Merit List & Selection Process

• Selection will be based on Entrance Examination marks
• In case of tie, preference will be given in the following order: Higher marks in English Higher marks in General Science Higher marks in Mathematics HSLC subject marks (if required)

Reservation Policy

• Reservation of seats will be as per Assam Government norms
• Final seat distribution will be notified by Directorate of Health Services, Assam

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website given in the table below
2. Click on GNM Entrance Examination 2026 link
3. Register using basic details
4. Fill the application form carefully
5. Upload required documents
6. Pay application fee online
7. Submit and save application number & password

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Important Instructions

• Keep a record of Application Number & Password
• Admit card will be available online only
• No need to send documents offline
• Verification will be done during counseling

Conclusion

The GNM Entrance Examination 2026 is a great opportunity for candidates aspiring to build a career in nursing. Interested applicants should complete the application process within the deadline and prepare well for the entrance exam.