WBHRB Staff Nurse Grade-II Recruitment 2026: Latest Update
The West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) has completed a major recruitment drive for Staff Nurse Grade-II posts across government hospitals in West Bengal. With over 5,018 vacancies, this is one of the largest nursing recruitment drives conducted by WBHRB in recent years.
Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Staff Nurse Grade-II |
| Total Vacancies | 5,018+ |
| Recruiting Body | West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) |
| Streams | GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) and B.Sc. Nursing |
| Selection Method | Computer Based Test (CBT) conducted by TCS iON |
| Scorecard Released | February 16, 2026 |
| Panel List Status | Published (February-March 2026) |
| Next Step | Counselling / Document Verification (Expected) |
| Official Website | hrb.wb.gov.in |
Panel Candidates List Published
WBHRB has published the panel candidates list for Staff Nurse Grade-II in both streams:
- GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) – Panel list of selected candidates published
- B.Sc. Nursing – Panel list of selected candidates published
Candidates who appeared for the CBT examination should check the WBHRB official website for their name in the panel list. The panel notifications include roll numbers and names of selected candidates.
Scorecards Released
Individual scorecards were released on February 16, 2026. Candidates can access their scorecards along with question-wise response sheets through the WBHRB portal. The scorecard includes:
- Total marks obtained in the CBT
- Question-wise response and correct answers
- Category-wise rank (if applicable)
Selection Process
The selection for Staff Nurse Grade-II was conducted through a Computer Based Test (CBT) managed by TCS iON. The process followed these stages:
- Online application through WBHRB portal
- Admit card download
- CBT examination at designated TCS iON centres
- Publication of answer keys and response sheets
- Scorecard release (February 16, 2026)
- Panel list publication (February-March 2026) – Current Stage
- Counselling and document verification – Expected Next
- Final posting and joining
What to Expect Next
Candidates whose names appear in the panel list should prepare for the upcoming counselling and document verification process. Keep the following documents ready:
- Original educational certificates (Madhyamik, Higher Secondary, GNM/B.Sc. Nursing)
- Registration certificate from West Bengal Nursing Council
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC if applicable)
- Identity proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID)
- Recent passport-size photographs
- CBT admit card and scorecard printout
Recommended Study Materials
For candidates preparing for future WBHRB Staff Nurse examinations, the following resources are helpful:
WBHRB Staff Nurse Exam Guides on Amazon
Important Links
- Official Website: https://www.hrb.wb.gov.in/
- Panel Notifications: Check “Notifications” section on the WBHRB website
- Scorecard and Response: Available under candidate login on WBHRB portal
Last updated: March 18, 2026. Information sourced from the official WBHRB website. Visit hrb.wb.gov.in for the most current updates on counselling dates and document verification schedules.