West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) has released the WBHRB Staff Nurse Exam Date 2025 Notice on 15th November 2025 on its official website, www.hrb.wb.gov.in. As per the notice, candidates applied for the Staff Nurse (BSc Nursing) will appear on 21st December 2025, while those applying for Staff Nurse (GNM) will have their exam on 31st December 2025 and 1st January 2026.
WBHRB Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025
To be eligible for the WBHRB Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025, candidates must have completed General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) or Basic B.Sc. (Nursing) recognised by both the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the West Bengal Nursing Council (WBNC).
| WBHRB Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025-Overview | |
| Conducting Body | West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) |
| Post Name | Staff Nurses, Grade II (GNM, Basic B.Sc. Nursing & Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing] |
| Vacancy | 5018 |
| Mode of Exam | Online (CBT) |
| Exam Date | Staff Nurse (BSc Nursing): 21st December 2025 Staff Nurse (GNM): 31st December 2025 & 1st January 2026 |
| Salary | Rs. 39500 |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting/Written Exam/Interview, Document Verification, and Medical |
| Official website | www.hrb.wb.gov.in |
WBHRB Staff Nurse Exam Date 2025 Out
West Bengal Health Recruitment Board will conduct the first stage, a computer-based test (CBT), for Staff Nurse posts. The WBHRB Staff Nurse Exam 2025 for Nursing and GNM is scheduled on 21st, 31st December 2025 & 1st January 2026.
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West Bengal Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
The recruitment process for Staff Nurses has officially started with the release of a detailed notification PDF. According to the schedule, the WBHRB Staff Nurse Exam 2025 will be conducted in 21st, 31st December 2025 and 1st January 2026.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Release | 8th August 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | 13th August 2025 (10 am) |
| Apply Online Ends | 3rd September 2025 (2 pm) |
| WBHRB Staff Nurse Admit Card 2025 | 2nd week of December 2025 |
| Exam Date | Staff Nurse (BSc Nursing): 21st December 2025 Staff Nurse (GNM): 31st December 2025 & 1st January 2026 |
WBHRB Staff Nurse Notification 2025 PDF Out
WBHRB has released the detailed WBHRB Staff Nurse Notification 2025, providing details of registration dates and further details on the official website, www.hrb.wb.gov.in. The detailed notification contains essential information such as the age criteria, educational qualifications, application procedures, selection process, and other recruitment guidelines. Candidates can download the advertisement for both Staff Nurses, Grade II (GNM, Basic B.Sc. Nursing & Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing] from the link attached below.
WBHRB Staff Nurse & GNM Vacancy 2025
West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) has notified a total of 5018 vacancies for Staff Nurses, Grade II (GNM, Basic B.Sc. Nursing & Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing] in the Healthcare Department through the WB Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025. The category-wise vacancy distribution is mentioned in the table below.
| Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC (A) | OBC (B) | UR(PwD) | SC (PwD) | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic B.Sc. Nursing (F) | 431 | 883 | 283 | 421 | 125 | 74 | 10 | 103 | 2330 |
| Post Basic B.Sc. (F) | 96 | 73 | 21 | 35 | 16 | 04 | 01 | 06 | 252 |
| GNM (F) | 763 | 490 | 119 | 255 | 127 | 138 | 18 | 182 | 2092 |
| GNM (M) | 85 | 145 | 46 | 20 | 14 | 12 | 02 | 20 | 344 |
| Total | 1375 | 1591 | 469 | 731 | 282 | 228 | 31 | 311 | 5018 |
WBHRB Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 Eligibility
Candidates interested in applying for the West Bengal Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 must fulfill the eligibility criteria related to their educational qualifications and age limit.
Educational Qualifications
Eligibility Criteria for Basic B.Sc. Nursing & Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing
- Must have passed Basic B.Sc. Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a college recognized by the Indian Nursing Council and State Nursing Council.
- Must be registered as a Female Nurse Midwife with the West Bengal Nursing Council.
- Must know Bengali or Nepali, both spoken and written.
For GNM, the candidate must:
- Have passed General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) from a Nursing Training School recognized by both the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the respective State Nursing Council.
- Be registered as a Female/Male Nurse Midwife with the West Bengal Nursing Council.
- Have knowledge of Bengali or Nepali (spoken).
Age Limit (1/1/2025)
- To be eligible for the Staff Nurse post, candidates must be at least 18 years old. The maximum age limit for applicants is 39 years.
- Married Women (Name Change): If you have a changed surname after marriage and no official document, you can submit:
- Marriage Registration Certificate, OR
- If not available, an Affidavit before a Judicial or Executive Magistrate confirming the name change.
- Age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, and Persons with Disabilities as per government rules.
| Category | Age Relaxations |
| SC / ST | +5 years |
| OBC (A & B) | +3 years |
| PwD | +6 years |
WBHRB Staff Nurse Application Form 2025
The application process for the West Bengal Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 will start on 13th August 2025 at 10 am on the official website of West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB), www.hrb.wb.gov.in. Candidates will fill out and submit their applications before 3rd September 2025 at 2 pm. For the candidates, we will share the link once released on the website.
WBHRB Staff Nurse Application Fee 2025
For the WBHRB Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025, candidates must pay an application fee based on their category. Candidates belonging to the General, OBC, and EWS categories pay a fee of Rs. 210, while candidates from other categories are exempted from any fee.
| Category | Fees |
| General/ OBC/ EWS | Rs. 210 |
| SC/ ST/ PWD | Rs. 0 |
Documents to be Uploaded for WBHRB Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025
Candidates applying for the West Bengal Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 must submit the government-authorised documents for eligibility.
1. Higher Secondary (12th) or Equivalent
- Upload Marksheet(s) (including supplementary, if any) and Pass Certificate.
- Create one single PDF file and upload it
2. Basic B.Sc. (Nursing) & Post Basic B.Sc. (Nursing)
(From a college recognized by Indian Nursing Council & State Nursing Council)
- Upload all years’ marksheets (including supplementary) + Pass Certificate.
- Combine into one PDF and upload. and marking scheme is as follows
| % of Marks | Marks Allotted |
|---|---|
| Up to 54.99% | 35 |
| 55% – 59.99% | 36 |
| 60% – 64.99% | 37 |
| 65% – 69.99% | 38 |
| 70% – 74.99% | 39 |
| 75% – 100% | 40 |
4. Nurse Midwife Registration (West Bengal Nursing Council)
- Must be registered on or before 7th August 2025.
- Upload registration certificate as a PDF.
- Candidates who register after 7th August 2025 are not eligible.
5. M.Sc. (Nursing) (Optional, not mandatory)
- Upload all years’ marksheets and Pass Certificate. The marking scheme is as follows.
| % of Marks | Marks Allotted |
|---|---|
| Up to 54.99% | 1 |
| 55% – 59.99% | 2 |
| 60% – 64.99% | 3 |
| 65% – 69.99% | 4 |
| 70% – 100% | 5 |
Experience Requirements (Not Mandatory)
If you have work experience in Government or Private Health Facility: Select “Yes” in Experience section.
- Upload Experience Certificate(s) issued by Head of Institution with:
- Letterhead
- Seal/Stamp
- Memo No. & Date
Upload all certificates in one PDF file.
WB Staff Nurse Selection Process 2025
The selection process for West Bengal Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 will be conducted in multiple stages:
- Written Examination and Interview: Depending on the number of applications, candidates are shortlisted based on their qualifications required to appear for a written exam.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original documents.
- Medical Examination: Selected candidates will undergo a medical fitness test.
WBHRB Staff Nurse & GNM Exam Pattern 2025
If too many candidates apply, the board will conduct the preliminary test or interview to shortlist candidates for Document verification. Candidates who fill out the form and pay the fee are eligible to appear in the examination.
| Sections | Details |
| Academic Marks (75 Marks) |
|
| Experience Marks (10 Marks) |
|
| Interview + Language Test (15 Marks) |
|
| WBHRB Basic B.Sc. Nursing & Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing Marking Scheme | ||
| Qualification | Marks | Criteria |
| Higher Secondary (12th) or Equivalent | 25 | Based on the percentage of marks |
| Basic B.Sc. (Nursing) | 40 |
|
| Post Basic B.Sc. (Nursing) | 40 | Same marking slabs as Basic B.Sc. (Nursing) |
| Registration as Female Nurse Midwife (WBNC) | 0 | No marks given, but mandatory to upload |
| M.Sc. (Nursing) (Optional) | 05 |
|
| Diploma in Clinical Speciality (Minimum 1 year) (Optional) | 05 | Full 5 marks given for valid diploma |
| WBHRB GNM Marking Scheme | ||
| Qualification | Marks | Criteria |
| Higher Secondary Examination or its equivalent | 30 | Based on the percentage of marks |
| General Nursing and Midwifery course from any Nursing Training School, recognized by both INC and the respective State Nursing Council | 40 |
|
| Registration as Female/Male Nurse Midwifery from West Bengal Nursing Council |
00 | No marks given, but mandatory to upload |
| Diploma in Clinical speciality (Minimum 1 year) | 05 | Full 5 marks if applicable |
Language Test: Your language skills will be tested through a dictation test on the day of the interview, If you fail the dictation test, you will not be allowed to continue with the interview.
WBHRB Staff Nurse & GNM Salary Structure
Selected candidates for Staff Nurse & GNM posts will get a monthly salary of Rs. 39,500 and will also get extra perks and allowances like HRA, DA, and medical allowance, as per the 7th Pay Commission.
| Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Rs. 29,800 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Rs. 5,364 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Rs. 3,576 |
| Medical Allowance (MA) | Rs. 500 |
| Other Allowances | Rs. 260 |
| Total | Rs. 39,500 |
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